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....that my flight to my 10-day Budapest birthday trip takes off. My doctor said I shouldn't go but Delta wouldn't refund my tickets, they'd only give me another set of tickets that I'd have to use before August 30. DH said that if I could squeeze it out that we could go to you-know-where with them, but I'm reluctant to plan anything before Henway's born, and even then----he'll be really small, I'll need extra time off work, we'd HAVE to stay at an Epcot resort, what if he doesn't travel well, August is HOTTTT, what if we're exhausted, afraid to spend the munny, etc.
Still, I checked into renting points for four days at BWV which wouldn't be that bad if I got the right deal. I dunno, I just hate the thought of those ticket$ going to wa$te, and there's really no other place to go. DH even said that he only wanted to go to WDW because it's safer than, say, staying at a DL Good Neighbor hotel (traffic) and then said "Darn you for getting me all into Disney, you did this to me!" I think I'm going to wait until after he's born to give it more thought. What do you think?
Traveling with a newborn can be really easy, and it can be really hard. At least you're already familiar with WDW so that helps I'd wait until after he's born to see what kind of rhythm/routine you get in to before making any decisions
Disney makes it a lot easier to visit the parks with an infant. Their baby stations are always nice and cool. They have great rocking chairs and couches to sit and nurse or just rest. The changing areas have big tables to change them on and there's products for sale, like diapers, if you run out! It's a lot different from being able to do it without little ones tho...you'll need to take more breaks to cool off and more naps at your resort. So if you think of it as a relaxing trip, where you're not going to be upset by not being able to see and do everything, you'll be alright!
I had to cancel a trip in the fall because my midwife said I couldn't fly at the time. Delta first said they would just give me a credit for a ticket that I had to use within one year of when I purchased the original. Then I got a letter from Delta (after I faxed a note from my midwife to them) saying they would refund the entire purchase price. I guess they go on a case by case basis and mine was for domestic travel, so maybe that is what made the difference.
I've flown with a 6 week old before and it was no big deal. Actually, she was so much easier to fly with at 6 weeks than she was at 16 months! Travelling with an infant can be as difficult or easy as you make it. If you're a nervous parent to begin with, then its going to be a bit rough. If you're laid back and just go with the flow, I don't think you'll have any trouble.
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I flew when my DS was only 2 weeks old. He was a trouper. He flew again at 3 months and again he did great! I think the best suggestion is to see what kind of sleeper you got and go from there. The motion of vehicles soothes most infants.
I'd also try with the note from the doctor beyond the phone level. The people on the phone usually have strict guidelines. But Delta is not going to want to "anger" a customer, either. What have you got to lose?
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1. Try to get a letter from the doctor
2. If you get one - fax to Delta and ask for a refund again
3. If they won't refund - ask for a longer extension on the "must use by" date
4. August is hot - but the parks are open later - and with a stroller or sling - I think you could do it - as long as you plan on lots of inside ACed things and breaks.....
I can't even tell you guys how many different times and ways I've gotten in touch with Delta and attempted to get in touch with them, let's just say it's a maddening process and they have seen 2 notes from my doctor (first one wasn't good enough) and that I don't appear to be in the refund dept, just credit transfer. Since it's due to a medical reason they were able to extend the use for 30 days (Was July 31, now Aug 30) and waive the $200 transfer fee. My BP honestly can't handle to deal with them again. :
Wait till after Henway is born before dealing with Delta again. That way you can decide if you want to purchase for August, or a later date, with the doctor's note ready at hand. Pat would say, "it ain't over till it's over", so I would not worry about the refund, yet.
WOW, tough decision. If you have a Csection that will be difficult. Good luck on your decision. But I agree that traveling with an infant is much easier than a toddler.
Traveling with an infant - easy.
But, you need to remember that you CAN NOT put sunscreen on a baby under 6 months, and they are still working on regulating their body temp - he should be okay with a sunshade on the stroller (make sure it has airflow), a snap on fan, and little clothing. Keep blankets handy for going into buildings.
I know you hate the idea of losing your money, and going to WDW is perfectly feasible. But if you can't or don't for some reason, remember the reason that you're not going is this wonderful gift you're being given, and HE far outweighs any price tag you could put on a lost trip.
Traveling with a newborn can be really easy, and it can be really hard. At least you're already familiar with WDW so that helps I'd wait until after he's born to see what kind of rhythm/routine you get in to before making any decisions
I would wait until he's born then make my decision. It'll be to hard to make a big decision like this not knowing what life is going to throw at you after he's born. I understand the plane ticket situation. They only gave you until August to use them? I would try to get them to extend the 'use by date' if you can. Talk to someone else there and tell them your situation, maybe, just maybe, someone will help you. Good luck!!
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My doctor said I shouldn't go but Delta wouldn't refund my tickets, they'd only give me another set of tickets that I'd have to use before August 30. DH said that if I could squeeze it out that we could go to you-know-where with them, but I'm reluctant to plan anything before Henway's born, and even then----he'll be really small, I'll need extra time off work, we'd HAVE to stay at an Epcot resort, what if he doesn't travel well, August is HOTTTT, what if we're exhausted, afraid to spend the munny, etc. 
I think I'm going to wait until after he's born to give it more thought. What do you think?
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Since it's due to a medical reason they were able to extend the use for 30 days (Was July 31, now Aug 30) and waive the $200 transfer fee. My BP honestly can't handle to deal with them again. 
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