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[Groupichik66]

I will be going on a cruise in a little over a month with my 8 month old...

 

I know she can't participate in any thing(kids programs) and cannot go in the pool- we are bring a blowup plastic pool for her, Is there any advice on what else I will need to bring to ensure everyone has a good trip?

 

We are driving to the pier so overpacking isn't a problem...

 

Do I need anything special for the crib? Her feeding seat?

 

What other special stuff should I bring?

 

I have cruised many many times before but this will be my first time with a baby........

 

Thank You

[jp2001]

I cannot help you as I have no kids but I was wondering where you would put her pool? Do you have one of those full suite with the biggest balcony available?

 

NCL Dawn, December 2003

[zimmerjulie]

I would make sure to bring your baby tylenol, teething medicines, gas relievers, etc., if you use them. Anything specialized for baby might be hard to find in the onboard store or in port.

 

Also, don't forget any items that aid in getting her to sleep...pacifier, special blankie, teddy bear, etc...you will want to have those handy

 

These things in addition to the necessessities, of course: diapers, wipes, ziploc bags (usefull for SO MANY cruising applications), special food, drinks, etc.

 

 

We cruised with our youngest daughter when she was 8 months old. It was sort of a "working vacation" Although we missed a few of the shows, etc, we all had a ball and made some wonderful memories.

 

You might budget an extra 10 minutes to get anywhere on the ship. If your experience is anything like ours, you will be stopped multiple times by crewmembers wanting to lavish attention on the baby, ask questions, etc. They were very friendly and very happy to see a little one.

 

They did have high chairs available in the dining rooms, so we didn't need any special feeding seat. The high chairs were quite old-looking on the Sea, but they did the job. Must have been comfortable, because one night our daughter fell asleep face down on the tray.

 

You might want to check out some special sunscreens for babies and test them on her skin before you go. One of our daughters turned up allergic to most sunscreens, with none of the rest of us having any trouble.

 

Have a wonderful time!

Julie

[zimmerjulie]

nina,

I think we have a knack for writing our posts at the exact same time (at least over the past few days).

 

If I don't talk to you before your cruise, have a great time, too.

Julie

[ninafromct]

Julie, I'm actually doing some last minute checking on some port questions I posted and haven't even packed yet, yikes! Nothing like a little pressure to get your rear in gear though...the boys are so excited to spend the week with their younger cousins, whom they rarely get to see except for cruises and our summer trip to the beach in South Carolina, so I'm sure we'll have a good time no matter what.

 

Thanks for the well wishes,

Nina

 

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[Suebee]

I dont think you said which ship...but I saw babies in the infant pool on the Star. In fact, there were 4 kid pools and a kid jacuzzi. 2 of the pools were thigh high on an adult and had slides. 1 pool was slightly deeper and larger. the last one was less than knee high and had a little toddler slide. There were LOTS of babies there.

 

I bet the other newer ships have this same set up. I dont think the older ones would have such a nice set up.

 

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[bratsuzy]

you do know they wont even babysit for you at all "(

 

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[Groupichik66]

-I am going on the Dawn out of NY on 5-16...

 

Yes I know- babies get nothing on the cruise- that is why I only had to pay the port charges and taxes....I don't think I would be comfortable with them watching her anyway(grandma is traveling with me, and my brother so I think between the 3 of us we can trade off on baby duty )

 

On the family board they said and so did NCL when I asked that babies that are not potty trained are not allowed in ANY pool. Hopefully I will find a small deck space to set up the baby pool because I know she loves the tub at home.

 

Thank you for the packing suggestions...I just know I am going to forget something....

[mbisson]

I'm not sure how you'll get water to the pool.

 

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[shoreguy]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by mbisson:

I'm not sure how you'll get water to the pool.

 

-Monte

 

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[jp2001]

I think the same thing, I don't know how you will put water in or out the little pool.

 

NCL Dawn, December 2003

[shoreguy]

Out is easy - all the open decks have a drainage system along the out edge. Where do you think the rain and the spilt drinks go

 

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[davy jones]

The beer helment sounds like a plan.

 

You might want to pack a snad bucket for playing on the beach. That can double as a pool filling tool.

 

Don't the ship's staff clean the open decks with hoses? That means there are faucets somewhere. Find a spot near one. Better yet, find a helpful crew member and tip accordingly.

 

Don't worry about forgetting something. You will remember the big stuff. Any small things that you might forget can be purchased in Florida.

[ZoneHPH]

ok fine so you addressed the logistics of "how to fill" and "how to drain".

 

but how will you inflate? (i had no idea they made those things that small).

 

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[Groupichik66]

Blow....

 

I was always told I was full of hot air.....

 

 

actually I was thinking of bringing one of the air matress pumps(the little ones)....

 

I really didn't think about how I would fill it up,but I am sure they must have faucets somewhere since they are always washing down the decks.

[Kuppykat]

I'm sure one of the staff will help you to fill the pool, I really don't think it will be such a big deal.

There were many babies the week we were on the Dawn and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. You stated you are going with other family members so at least you will have some help.

As far as packing goes the only suggestion I have is after all the essentials are packed slip in an extra dose of "patience" and I know your family will have a most enjoyable vacation.

 

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[Hochhauser]

There's usually a shower near the pool. Maybe you can pull it in the shower then drag it out full.

[jp2001]

but PLEASE don't drain it into the shower or anywhere else than INTO the drain because I wouldn't like to walk in your baby wee!

 

NCL Dawn, December 2003