Michigan Babymoon Vacation

Sporting creative names like "Last Hurrah", "Bundle of Joy" and "Bliss Before Baby", this babymoon vacation package is one of the hottest trends in travel today.

What is It?

For many expecting couples, taking a pre-baby getaway has moved to the top of the pre-baby to-do list. According to a survey by BabyCenter, a popular online resource for new and expectant parents, 59% of new parents have taken a babymoon and more than two million babymoons are taken by U.S. parents-to-be each year.

The term "babymoon" was coined by British author and childbirth educator Sheila Kitzinger. Originally, it was defined as the period of time after a baby's birth that the family spends alone together, to facilitate bonding between parents and baby. In recent years, the meaning of the word "babymoon" has grown to include the pre-baby getaways taken by expecting parents. The travel industry has jumped on the bandwagon by creating wonderful, upscale vacation packages that cater to parents-to-be.

When planning a babymoon vacation, most couples are simply looking for relaxation, quality time together and a little bit of pampering. Babymoons tend to be a bit more indulgent than regular vacations and most babymoon packages feature at least a few indulgences for the expecting parents.

Top Tips

Here are some tips for planning your perfect babymoon.

- Consult the doctor – Ask your doctor if there are any medical concerns you need to consider and verify that it is ok for you to travel. If your babymoon includes international travel, consult with your physician regarding preventive measures such as vaccines and region-specific travel precautions.

- Savor the downtime - For a truly enjoyable babymoon, savor the downtime rather than filling the pre-baby vacation with nonstop activities or tours. Couples should seize the opportunity to sleep-in, linger over dinner and read a book by the pool – all things that become more remarkably more difficult to do with a little one in tow.

Need more romantic babymoon vacation ideas? Check out BabymoonGuide.com for more ideas and tips on romantic vacations and babyymoon destinations worldwide!

Some Options

We found two Bed and Breakfasts with great BabyMoon packages in Michigan! See Monroe Manor Inn in South Haven or Canterbury Chateau in Brighton.

Enjoy your Pre-Baby Fun!

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