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• Nurse your infant at the first sign of hunger. You and the baby will be calmer, and you
will attract much less attention if you feed the baby before he or she gets fussy and
screams at the top of his or her lungs.
• Wear comfortable clothes. While you can access the Baby Care Centers at any time,
there is nothing wrong with nursing your infant in a calm, shady spot anywhere at Walt
Disney World or at the pool of your hotel. A dress with buttons in the front and a small
baby blanket to put over your shoulder will do the trick. A large T-shirt that allows the
baby to nurse “from under” is another option. In case you feel self-conscious, remember
that Florida was the first state to protect breast-feeding in public by law in 1993.
• Pick a quiet place to nurse your baby.
• Adequate rest is another must. Schedule several breaks into your day and go back to the
hotel for a nap.
• Make sure you plan regular healthy meals. A nursing mom, much like an expecting
mother, has increased nutritional needs. In addition to eating a well-balanced diet and
drinking plenty of fluids, it is always a good idea to take along some snacks.
• It is hot in Florida, and while it is important for all visitors to drink lots of water, it is
crucial for nursing moms, so stay hydrated!
• Schedule a down day into your trip. If you have older children, let Dad take them to the
park while you stay behind with the baby. A day of rest works wonders.
• If you plan on a parent's evening out, consider pumping milk for later use or supple-
menting breast milk with a bottle of formula.
• Nursing is exhausting, and so is touring Walt Disney World. Fatigue can reduce milk
flow. Get enough rest and don't stay up past your bedtime. The night of a nursing mom
is already short. Leave the park whenever you feel tired and get enough sleep.
• A bath and a massage calm most fussy babies and are good for mom as well.
We also suggest reading
Baby Massage: A Practical Guide to Massage and
Movement for Babies and Infants
, by Peter Walker.
REMEMBERING
Your
TRIP
1.
Purchase a notebook for each child and spend some time each evening recording the
events of the day. If your children have trouble getting motivated or don't know what to
