There’s so much to do before a baby arrives: birthing classes to attend, work schedules to plan, so many things to buy. Is there even time to think about getting away? Yes, there is. A few quiet days to focus and mentally prepare for the marathon of infant care ahead may be just what the doctor ordered.
So, seek some relaxation before your family changes forever. Here are four creative ideas for a “babymoon” (plus one idea for life after baby!).
Seattle-based freelance writer Gemma Alexander focuses on the intersection of parenting and the arts. When she’s not writing for ParentMap, she blogs at gemmadeealexander.com and tweets at @gemmadeettweet.