Are you pregnant and planning to visit Walt Disney World or Disneyland? First, we want to say congratulations! Next, we know planning for a Disney World vacation can raise a LOT of questions! And as an expectant mother you probably have a ton of concerns! You might be wondering if it’s even worth going.

Baby Care Center and First Aid signage

Planning for a baby is such an exciting time but can be stressful if you’re also organizing a trip to Disney World or Disneyland. Going to Disney while pregnant is no small feat, so we’re here to help!

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Sure, there are some rides that you’ll have to skip but if you love the stores, shows, theming, food, mocktails, and characters, then you should have a good time!

Walt Disney World and Disneyland for Expectant Moms

If possible, plan your trip for a less crowded time of year. Avoid major holidays, holiday long weekends, spring break, summer, or basically any time most people would have off for vacation. The least crowded times are typically early and late January, early to mid-February, September after Labor Day, and early November!

And if you can plan accordingly, skip the summer heat!

Pace Yourself

Plus, being pregnant kind-of forces you to slow down a bit (if you’re a “do it all” type person typically on Disney trips!) and enjoy parts of the park you might otherwise speed by. Enjoy a snack or two you’ve never had and check out some shows. (And maybe plan fun things to do when you come back with a baby in tow!)

Avoid swollen feet and lightheadedness by pacing yourself appropriately. We highly recommend taking a rest back at your resort during the hottest part of the day. This is a great chance to take a nap, rest your feet in your air-conditioned room, or cool off at the pool.

BoardWalk pool

Break up your day by watching shows or enjoying a table service meal.

Frozen Sing-Along

Visit the Baby Care Center (there’s one in each park!) for a quiet respite.

Baby Care Center

You might even get the chance to talk to new moms!

Just make sure you have a plan and take time to rest throughout the day.

Click here to see our video about the best places to relax and recharge in Disney World!

Stay Hydrated

Staying hydrated in Disney World is CRITICAL. As you stroll through Disney World, you’ll likely notice water fountains in many spots, and while those can be useful to fill up your water bottles, proper water bottle refill stations (sometimes called hydration stations) can be even BETTER.

For an extra flavor boost, infuse your bottle with fresh fruit!

Water Bottle Refill Station

For peace of mind, know that if you are feeling unwell, there are First Aid Centers in every park.

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Restrooms

Knowing where the nearest restrooms are will alleviate some stress! Before arriving, download the Disney World or Disneyland mobile app, so that you can quickly find the bathroom locations.

Inside the restroom

It might also help to grab a park map to locate the closest restrooms.

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What to Pack

You’ll want to bring comfy shoes and maternity clothes as well as a hat to keep the sun off your face. Your park bag should be lightweight and stocked with healthy snacks. Don’t forget crackers and ginger chews to soothe an upset stomach. Pack a reusable water bottle and visit any quick service restaurant or refill station for free water.

Onesie

Leave room for souvenirs, especially baby clothes!

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Walt Disney World

A Walt Disney World trip requires pre-planning, and you’ll want to do some extra research if visiting while pregnant.

Accommodations

You’ll want to stay at a resort that is close to the parks so that you can return for a mid-day break. This is especially important during the summer months when the heat and humidity really sizzle every afternoon.

We suggest any of the Magic Kingdom monorail hotels — Polynesian Village, Grand Floridian, or Contemporary.

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

For a value resort, try Art of Animation or Pop Century since you’ll be able to use the Disney Skyliner to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

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Disney World Rides That Are Not Pregnancy Safe

There’s still a lot to do if you’re pregnant! You just can’t ride some of the rides. Keep in mind, Disney World does cater to families — that means a lot of SMALL children. So, more rides than you think are 100% preggers safe! You just might be holding off on whipping around on a roller coaster ’til those 9 months are up!

Expedition Everest

Here are the rides Disney says guests cannot ride while pregnant:

Magic Kingdom

Big Thunder Mountain
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Space Mountain
Splash Mountain
The Barnstormer
Tomorrowland Speedway

Hollywood Studios

Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Rise of the Resistance
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
Slinky Dog Dash
Star Tours
Tower of Terror

Animal Kingdom

Avatar Flight of Passage
DINOSAUR
Expedition Everest
Kali River Rapids
Kilimanjaro Safaris

EPCOT

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Mission: SPACE
Test Track

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Pregnancy Safe Rides

That’s right, there are attractions in Disney World that you can still ride while pregnant. Obviously, rides like Tower of Terror and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind aren’t included on that list. However, some of the attractions Disney says you can ride while pregnant may surprise you.

Remember, we are not doctors and if you have questions or are worried, you may want to speak with your doctor before riding anything at Disney World. These are just the attractions that Disney says are ok and are not ok to enjoy while pregnant.

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You can still ride things like “it’s a small world,” Spaceship Earth, or Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway.

Take a look at the attractions Disney says you can still enjoy while pregnant:

Magic Kingdom

Astro Orbiter
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
Carousel of Progress
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Haunted Mansion
“it’s a small world”
Jungle Cruise
Mad Tea Party
The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
PeopleMover
Peter Pan’s Flight
Pirates of the Caribbean
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid
Walt Disney World Railroad

Hollywood Studios

Alien Swirling Saucers
Toy Story Mania

Animal Kingdom

Na’vi River Journey
TriceraTop Spin
Wildlife Express Train

EPCOT

Frozen Ever After
Gran Fiesta Tour
Journey Into Imagination With Figment
Living with the Land
Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure
The Seas with Nemo & Friends
Soarin’ Around the World
Spaceship Earth

And remember, just because Disney says the ride is okay, doesn’t mean that it’s best for your personal situation. Maybe you hate spinning or going around in circles — if so, skip those attractions. Perhaps you would have a difficult time getting in and out of a ride vehicle (Astro Orbiter, I’m looking at you!).

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Disneyland

With only two parks, a Disneyland vacation is a bit easier to plan. Still, you’ll want to know what to anticipate, especially when visiting during a pregnancy.

Accommodations

Stay as close to the parks as possible so that mid-day breaks are feasible. We recommend Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa as it has an entrance directly into Disney California Adventure!

Grand Californian Lobby

Plus, the dining and shopping options at Downtown Disney are right outside the hotel!

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Disneyland Rides That Are Not Pregnancy Safe

Disneyland has also assembled an Expectant Mothers Advisory list.

Space Mountain in Disneyland

These rides should be avoided:

Disneyland

Autopia
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Chip ‘n’ Dale’s GADGETcoaster
Hyperspace Mountain
Indiana Jones Adventure
Matterhorn Bobsleds
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Space Mountain
Splash Mountain
Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Disney California Adventure Park

Goofy’s Sky School
Grizzly River Run
Guardians of the Galaxy
Incredicoaster
Radiator Springs Racer

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Pregnancy Safe Rides

That’s right, there are attractions in Disneyland and Disney California Adventure that you can still ride while pregnant.

Alice in Wonderland

The following rides are approved:

Alice in Wonderland
Astro Orbitor
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters
Casey Jr. Circus Train
Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes
Disneyland Monorail
Disneyland Railroad
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage (although it may be difficult to get in/out)
Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition
Golden Zephyr
Haunted Mansion
Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind
“it’s a small world”
Jessie’s Critter Carousel
Jumpin’ Jellyfish
Jungle Cruise
King Arthur Carrousel
The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure
Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters
Mad Tea Party
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Mark Twain Riverboat
Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree
Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Monster’s Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue
Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride
Peter Pan’s Flight
Pinocchio’s Daring Adventure
Pirates of the Caribbean
Pixar Pal-A-Round
Redwood Creek Challenge Trail
Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin
Sailing Ship Columbia
Silly Symphony Swings
Snow White’s Enchanted Wish
Soarin’ Around the World
Storybook Land Canal Boats
Toy Story Midway Mania
Turtle Talk with Crush
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room
WEB-SLINGER: A Spider-Man Adventure

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And remember, just because Disney says the ride is okay, doesn’t mean that it’s best for you. Maybe you hate boats or are just feeling queasy at the thought of them — if so, skip those attractions.

As you await the arrival of your baby, a Disney vacation can be a wonderful time to unwind as long as you go prepared and pace yourself.

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