Many guests often ask us if it’s safe and/or enjoyable to visit Disney World while pregnant. The short answer is yes- women who are pregnant during most trimesters can still have an amazing vacation to Disney! Many guests even travel to Disney World for pregnancy announcements and gender reveals. Although there will be limitations on which rides, food, and drinks pregnant guests can enjoy, there is so much to do at the parks and resorts that are enjoyable even while pregnant at Disney World.
We have several contributors at Disney Dose and Mickey Visit who have been pregnant at Disney World during their first, second, and third trimesters. In this article we will go over everything guests can enjoy at the Disney World parks while pregnant. This includes the biggest question – which rides and attractions can I enjoy if I am pregnant at Disney World?
We have compiled a complete list of all rides, attractions, and entertainment guests can enjoy while pregnant at Disney World. We also share our best tips and recommendations on how to make the trip as comfortable, safe, and fun as possible!
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Pregnant at Disney World – Rides and Attractions
Pregnant guests are typically surprised to find there are plenty of amazing Disney World rides and attractions that are safe. Although expecting mothers will have to avoid roller coasters and intense thrill rides such as Tron Lightcycle / Run, there is still plenty to do at each of the Disney World theme parks.
Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom is probably the best park to visit if you are pregnant when it comes to the most available things to do. The only thing we would caution is that Magic Kingdom is a large park and requires a lot more walking. Therefore, it's important to take breaks, stay hydrated, and follow our other tips that we'll go over more later on. We recommend Magic Kingdom for guests in their second trimester at Disney World since they will likely have less morning sickness symptoms and more energy to explore the large park.
The following rides at Magic Kingdom are safe for expecting mothers:
- Astro Orbiter
- Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant
- Haunted Mansion
- “it’s a small world”
- Jungle Cruise
- Liberty Square Riverboat
- The Magic Carpets of Aladdin
- Main Street Vehicles
- Peter Pan’s Flight
- Pirates of the Caribbean
- Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
- Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
- Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid
- Walt Disney World Railroad
- Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress
Additionally, pregnant guests can enjoy the shows, parades, character meet and greets, and entertainment throughout Magic Kingdom. This includes:
- Country Bear Jamboree (Closed for Refurbishment)
- Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade
- The Hall of Presidents
- Mickey’s PhilharMagic
- Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor
- A Pirate’s Adventure – Treasures of the Seven Seas
- Swiss Family Treehouse
- Tom Sawyer Island
- Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room
- Casey’s Corner Pianist
- The Dapper Dans
- Let the Magic Begin Welcome Show
- Mickey’s Magical Friendship Fare Show
- Enchanted Tales with Belle
- Meet Ariel at Her Grotto (Based on the animated film)
- Meet Characters from Aladdin in Adventureland
- Meet Cinderella and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall
- Meet Daring Disney Pals as Circus Stars at Pete’s Silly Sideshow (Donald and Goofy)
- Meet Dashing Disney Pals as Circus Stars at Pete’s Silly Sideshow (Minnie and Daisy)
- Meet Mickey at Town Square Theater
- Meet Mirabel at Fairytale Garden
- Meet Princess Tiana and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall
- Meet Winnie the Pooh and Tigger at The Thotful Spot
- Character Greetings near Buzz Lightyear’s Star Command (Buzz Lightyear, Stitch, Chip ‘n' Dale, and others)
- Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade
- Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade
- Happily Ever After Nighttime Spectacular Fireworks Show
EPCOT
EPCOT also has several rides pregnant guests at Disney World can enjoy. These rides include:
- Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros
- Journey Into Imagination with Figment
- Living with the Land
- Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure
- The Seas with Nemo & Friends
- Spaceship Earth
Additionally, all guests can safely enjoy the following shows and experiences at EPCOT:
- Advanced Training Lab
- The American Adventure
- American Heritage Gallery
- Awesome Planet
- Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along
- Bijutsu-kan Gallery
- Bruce’s Shark World
- Canada Far and Wide in Circle-Vision 360
- Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival
- Disney’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure
- Dreamer’s Point
- Gallery of Arts and History
- House of Whispering Willows
- ImageWorkd – The “What If” Labs
- Impressions de France
- Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana
- Kidcot Fun Stops
- Leave a Legacy
- Mexico Folk Art Gallery
- Project Tomorrow: Inventing the Wonders of the Future
- Reflections of China
- SeaBase
- Stave Church Gallery
- Turtle Talk With Crush
- Command Performance
- Entertainment at Canada Mill Stage
- Entertainment at Germany Gazebo
- JAMMitors
- Matsuriza
- Music of Mexico
- Rose & Crown Pub Musician
- Sergio
- Voices of Liberty
- Meet a Friend from the Hundred Acre Wood in the United Kingdom
- Meet Alice in the United Kingdom
- Meet Anna and Elsa at Royal Sommerhus
- Meet Asha Near World Showcase Plaza
- Meet Belle in France
- Meet Beloved Disney Pals at Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival
- Meet Disney Friends Near EPCOT Main Entrance
- Meet Donald Duck in Mexico
- Meet Figment Inside ImageWorks
- Meet Joy Inside ImageWorks
- Meet Mulan in China
- Meet Princess Aurora in France
- Meet Princess Jasmine in Morocco
- Meet Snow White in Germany
- Luminous The Symphony of Us Nighttime Spectacular
Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom is another great park to visit for pregnant guests. Although there are not many rides suitable for expecting mothers, the park is very calm, easy to navigate, and can still be very enjoyable and safe. Suitable rides for pregnant guests at Animal Kingdom include:
- Na’vi River Journey
- TriceraTop Spin
- Wildlife Express Train
The other attractions and entertainment available for all guests at Animal Kingdom include:
- Affection Section
- The Animation Experience at Conservation Station
- Conservation Station
- Discovery Island Trails
- Fossil Fun Games
- Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail
- It’s Tough to be a Bug!
- Maharajah Jungle Trek
- The Oasis Exhibits
- Wilderness Explorers
- Animal Encounters: Winged Encounters – The Kingdom Takes Flight
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entertainment (Flotillas)
- Feathered Friends in Flight
- Festival of the Lion King
- Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!
- Harambe Village Acrobats
- Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe
- Meet Favorite Disney Pals at Adventurers Outpost (Mickey and Minnie)
- Viva Gaia Street Band!
- Donald’s Dino-Bash! – Meet Donald, Chip, Dale, Daisy
Hollywood Studios
Many assume Hollywood Studios isn't a pregnant-friendly park due to their high intensity rides. However, this is simply not true! Hollywood Studios has rides, attractions, entertainment, and more for all guests, even if they are expecting. Below is a list of all the rides that are safe for pregnant guests at Hollywood Studios:
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
- Toy Story Mania
Other attractions and entertainment at Hollywood Studios that all guests can enjoy, whether or not they are pregnant, include:
- Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy
- Muppet*Vision 3D
- Star Wars Launch Bay
- Star Wars Launch Bay Theater (Temporarily Unavailable)
- Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie
- Walt Disney Presents
- Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage
- Disney Junior Play and Dance!
- For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
- Green Army Drum Corps
- Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
- First Order Searches for the Resistance
- Meet Ariel at Walt Disney Presents (Based on the live action film)
- Meet Disney Junior Pals at Animation Courtyard (Doc McStuffins, Vampirina, Pluto, Fancy Nancy)
- Meet Disney Stars at Red Carpet Dreams (Minnie and Mickey)
- Meet Edna Mode at the Edna Mode Experience
- Meet Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight
- Meet Pixar Pals at Pixar Plaza
- Meet the Toys in Toy Story Land (Buzz, Woody, Jesse)
- Meet Star Wars Characters at Star Wars Launch Bay (BB-8, Chewbacca, Darth Vader)
- Fantasmic!
- Wonderful World of Animation
- Disney Movie Magic
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Tips for Visiting Disney World While Pregnant
While there is plenty to do while being pregnant at Disney World, expecting mothers should always consult with their doctor before visiting Disney World to ensure both mother and baby remain safe and healthy. Although Disney World has much to offer even while pregnant, there are still certain risks associated with walking around a theme park, especially on consecutive days.
Our biggest tips to help make trips to Disney World while pregnant more enjoyable include:
Pack Comfortable Clothing and Supportive Shoes
Although we cover a lot in our packing list guide for a Disney World trip, guests who are pregnant need to take extra precautions while packing. We can't stress enough how important it is to choose clothes that are comfortable versus fashionable. We highly recommend athleisure as it is the most comfortable, supportive, and helps combat central Florida's unpredictable weather. Especially for guests in their third trimester at Disney World, comfortable clothing will be very important.
Additionally, shoes are also important for all guests traveling to Disney, but especially those who are pregnant. Although you may already have your favorite, our top recommended shoes for Disney trips can be found here. Even if you are only in your first trimester at Disney World, shoes can be such a big difference and help make the trip more enjoyable.
Choose a Convenient Resort
We know there are many options when it comes to choosing a place to stay for any Disney World trip. If you are visiting Disney World with other children, be sure to check out our favorite Disney World resorts for toddlers and babies. There are many things to consider if you are planning a trip to Disney World while pregnant such as resorts with convenient transportation, resorts that offer suites or have kitchens, or are located on Disney's monorail or Skyliner.
Regardless, make sure you choose a resort that works for you and isn't too much of a hassle. We also recommend requesting a room that is on the first floor or is near the lobby/bus station so that you do not have a long walk to your room.
Essential Supplies – Vitamins, Sunscreen, Snacks, Etc.
We always recommend bringing extra supplies to your resort room and in your theme park bag for anyone pregnant at Disney World. This could include prenatal vitamins, supplements, or medications. It's also so important for expecting mothers to bring sunscreen and moisturizers for skin protection, especially in Florida. Lastly, Disney's bag policy permits small snacks, drinks, and reusable water bottles. We highly recommend bringing extra snacks and water to ensure proper nutrition and hydration for long days in the park.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is worth going to Disney World while pregnant. Although expecting mothers won't be able to ride certain attractions or drink alcohol, there are still many things to do at Disney World even while pregnant. Specifically, shows such as Festival of the Lion King at Animal Kingdom or Fantasmic! at Hollywood Studios are worth the trip and can be enjoyed by all guests.
No, pregnancy is not considered a disability at Disney World, and expecting mothers cannot qualify for the DAS program to skip the lines. This is mainly because pregnant guests can use scooters or wheelchairs in order to comfortably navigate the park without having to skip the lines.
Magic Kingdom is the best park to visit when pregnant because it has the highest number of rides and attractions that expecting mothers can experience. However, Magic Kingdom is also a very large park, and therefore pregnant guests should make sure to stay properly fueled, hydrated, and take breaks when needed.
