A babymoon is exactly what it sounds like – one last trip as just the two of you before life gets a lot louder. It’s become one of the most popular ways for expecting couples to mark the transition into parenthood, and for good reason: once the baby arrives, “just the two of us” gets a lot harder to schedule.
If you’re starting to plan one, here’s what actually matters.
When Should You Take a Babymoon?
Most healthcare providers point to the second trimester – roughly weeks 14 through 28 – as the easiest window for travel. Morning sickness has usually eased up by then, energy levels tend to be higher, and there’s less restriction on activity than in the third trimester. That said, every pregnancy is different, so it’s worth checking with your own provider before booking anything, especially if you’re traveling any real distance.
What to Look for in a Babymoon Destination
The best babymoon spot isn’t necessarily the fanciest one – it’s the one that asks the least of you. A few things worth prioritizing:
- Easy travel distance. Long flights or full-day drives add fatigue you don’t need. A shorter trip closer to home often beats a bucket-list destination right now.
- Comfortable, quiet lodging. Look for rooms designed for rest, not just for photos – good mattresses, blackout curtains, minimal stairs.
- Flexible food options. Cravings and aversions can be unpredictable. A place that can accommodate both is worth more than a packed restaurant scene.
- Low-key relaxation built in. A prenatal massage, a slow breakfast, a porch with nothing scheduled – these matter more on a babymoon than they would on a typical trip.
What to Pack for a Babymoon
A few often-overlooked essentials:
- Compression socks, especially for any car or plane travel
- A pregnancy pillow or travel-size support pillow
- Snacks you actually want, not just snacks that are available
- Your prenatal vitamins and any paperwork your provider recommends carrying (insurance card, due-date documentation)
- Comfortable shoes – more comfortable than you think you’ll need
Babymoon Activities That Are Actually Enjoyable Right Now
This isn’t the trip for zip-lining or all-day hikes. It’s the trip for:
- A prenatal massage
- Short, easy walks
- Maternity photos somewhere pretty
- A slow dinner with no agenda
- Stargazing, if you’re somewhere rural enough to see them
The goal isn’t to do more – it’s to do less, on purpose.
A Babymoon Closer to Home: Cedar Crest Lodge
If you’re looking for a babymoon that doesn’t require a flight, Cedar Crest Lodge in Pleasanton, Kansas was built around exactly this kind of slow, unhurried stay. Our Babymoon Package includes:
- Your choice of room for a one- or two-night stay
- A full breakfast each morning
- A cheese, nut, and fresh fruit plate on arrival
- A 60-minute Pre-Natal Swedish Massage for the mother-to-be
- A goodie basket for the mother-to-be
- The option to turn your single massage into a Couple’s Massage in our on-site spa.
Babymoon FAQs
Is it safe to travel during pregnancy for a babymoon? For most healthy pregnancies, yes – particularly during the second trimester. It’s always worth confirming with your own healthcare provider first, especially if you have any pregnancy complications or are traveling a significant distance.
What’s included in Cedar Crest Lodge’s Babymoon Package? The package includes an arrival snack plate, a 60-minute prenatal massage, and a goodie basket – with the option to add a couple’s massage. You add this to any room of your choice. The room includes breakfast each morning and dinner each night,
Can my partner get a massage too? Yes – the package can be upgraded to a Couple’s Massage so you’re both included in the relaxation, not just the mother-to-be.
Ready to plan your own slow weekend before the baby arrives? [Book the Babymoon Package] or reach out and we’ll help you find the right dates.