The Babymoon: Making It Great

Many couples are now going on something that has been termed a babymoon. Some time before the child is due, the couple plans a special vacation for themselves to get away, prepare for what is in store, and reaffirm their love for one another. This can be a very special time for expecting couples. Here are some tips to make it a success.

One of the most popular books for pregnant mothers has been What to Expect When You’re Expecting. Of course, the question implied in the book’s title can be easily answered by anyone who has ever had a baby or known anyone who has: a complete loss of freedom and time. Certainly, the sacrifice is worth it for millions of couples around the world, but it is a very real sacrifice and it can spell doom for couples who don’t know what they’re getting into. As a preemptive strike against this inevitable turn of events, many couples are now going on something that has been termed a babymoon. Some time before the child is due, the couple plans a special vacation for themselves to get away, prepare for what is in store, and reaffirm their love for one another. This can be a very special time for expecting couples. Here are some tips to make it a success.

First of all, get the timing right. The first trimester of pregnancy can be unpleasant for many women. It involves getting used to having a foreign body inhabit your system and begin taking nourishment from you. It frequently involves feeling sick in the mornings and it usually comes with a lot of mixed feelings about the ensuing months. The third trimester, too, can make it difficult to enjoy anything as sprawling as a vacation. That’s why the second trimester is the perfect time to plan your babymoon.

Remember that this is supposed to be a relaxing getaway, not a vacation that Clark Griswold and his family would plan. This is the time to relish sleep. This is the time to appreciate each other and have long talks about nothing in particular. Filling your days with an event calendar defeats the purpose somewhat. You will be forced to schedule for the foreseeable future. Take this time to enjoy not having to do much of anything.

Finally, let your doctor in on your plans. Your obstetrician should be a big part of every step of your pregnancy, including your babymoon. That certainly doesn’t mean he has to come along, but he should be made aware of what you are planning to do and where you are planning to go in case he has any advice for you to take with you on the trip.

A babymoon can be the perfect way to get away from the stresses of everyday life and focus on each other and the beautiful gift that is soon to come into your lives. Take the time out and enjoy it; you won’t have many opportunities in the coming years.