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Disney as a Single Dad
Posted on 2/21/22 at 11:32 am
Posted on 2/21/22 at 11:32 am
Recently divorced and looking to take the kids to Disney. I have a 9 year old and an almost 6 year old. They have each been before, when I was still with my ex wife. They were 6 and 2 at that time. The visit was pretty easy then because the two-year-old could not do a whole lot. So one of us would ride swap with the older kid while the other kept my youngest.
Just wondering what the best way to tackle Disney would be now as a single Dad. I know the common sentiment is going to be don't do it but I really want my youngest daughter to get to experience Disney like her older brother did at his age.
Are we going to be limited in what we can all do together? I know there are several 3 seat rides. Is my oldest old enough to ride as a single on some rides while I sit next to the youngest?
I know these are pretty vague questions but any suggestions are welcomed.
Just wondering what the best way to tackle Disney would be now as a single Dad. I know the common sentiment is going to be don't do it but I really want my youngest daughter to get to experience Disney like her older brother did at his age.
Are we going to be limited in what we can all do together? I know there are several 3 seat rides. Is my oldest old enough to ride as a single on some rides while I sit next to the youngest?
I know these are pretty vague questions but any suggestions are welcomed.
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Posted on 2/21/22 at 11:51 am to Hat Tricks
Yeah you seem to be on track. I think you are over worrying it as long as your 9 year old will play along and understand that you can't leave your 6 year old behind to take her on the "bigger" kids rides.
Go for it and have a great time. Those are solid times to go as they are still young but beyond needing a nap.
Go for it and have a great time. Those are solid times to go as they are still young but beyond needing a nap.
Posted on 2/21/22 at 11:56 am to Hat Tricks
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Are we going to be limited in what we can all do together?
that really depends on your 9 year old. My parents let my brother and I run rough shod through Disney when I was 12 and he was 9. I get that it was a different time back then (90s). If he can handle sitting alone, he will be fine. Also, he needs to realize, Space Mountain and other few coasters may not happen this trip.
The other option is to bring a cousin his age so they can be a pair or see if your folks want to go/group trip with family.
Posted on 2/21/22 at 12:07 pm to Hat Tricks
I did something similar a few years ago while my wife was at a conference. It was different because of ride limitations but also gave us a chance to explore and do some of the things that get overlooked when you are focused on the rides.
Also a good time to do character dining because you only get stuck with 1 adult charge.
Also a good time to do character dining because you only get stuck with 1 adult charge.
This post was edited on 2/21/22 at 12:15 pm
Posted on 2/21/22 at 12:20 pm to Hat Tricks
Find a single mom with similar age kids and go together? 
Posted on 2/21/22 at 12:32 pm to CoachChappy
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My parents let my brother and I run rough shod through Disney when I was 12 and he was 9. I get that it was a different time back then (90s).
Eh, stick a couple of Airtags on them and let them go
There's enough iPhones roaming around Disney that they'll constantly update.
Posted on 2/21/22 at 12:45 pm to GetCocky11
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Eh, stick a couple of Airtags on them and let them go
That's not the worst idea. Posted on 2/21/22 at 7:44 pm to GetCocky11
We went as kids a few times we had to meet at a certain place each park at 6pm and then we would eat and spend the afternoon together. This was before cell phones. I we did that stuff now days my parents would be in jail. I was 8 and my best friend ripping through the park we each got a 50.00 a day and we got to keep the change.
Posted on 2/22/22 at 8:13 am to Hat Tricks
Why are y’all saying the 6 year old “can’t” ride some rides?
Last year we took my then 5 year old (month before she turned 6) and she rode everything except Everest.
Granted she’s always been tall for her age so that may be an issue. But you may be able to do everything if your younger one is adventurous and tall enough.
Last year we took my then 5 year old (month before she turned 6) and she rode everything except Everest.
Granted she’s always been tall for her age so that may be an issue. But you may be able to do everything if your younger one is adventurous and tall enough.
Posted on 2/22/22 at 8:33 am to SLafourche07
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Why are y’all saying the 6 year old “can’t” ride some rides?
I guess my concern would is any rides that might require an accompanying adult for the 6 year old. Would my 9 year old need one too or is he going to be good to go by himself on most rides.
Posted on 2/22/22 at 2:03 pm to SLafourche07
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Why are y’all saying the 6 year old “can’t” ride some rides?
You may be right, but also not all kids like roller coasters especially young ones or other rides like Soarin can scare them. All depends on the kids.
Posted on 2/22/22 at 3:07 pm to Hat Tricks
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I guess my concern would is any rides that might require an accompanying adult for the 6 year old.
Pretty sure all the rides in disney are height restricted, not based on age.
Height requirement list
You can basically just plan it off from here.
I would consider partnering with another adult(s) w kids. That way if there are rides your youngest can't/won't do, you can ride share so one adult stays with her while the other rides with the older kids; then the other adult can ride once you get off w some of the other kids. Never know when she might freak out right before you get on the ride
Posted on 2/22/22 at 4:29 pm to Hat Tricks
Do you have a teenaged niece or nephew that you could borrow for the price of a free trip?
Posted on 2/22/22 at 10:18 pm to Hat Tricks
Im in the same situation as you except twin 9 year olds. My 7 year old is 46” so I knew there are some things he cant ride. I was more worried about one of them being scared to ride something and then none of us could ride so I invited my mom and paid her way since she already helps a lot. I’ve run into the issue before of one kid refusing to do something and basically holding the rest of us hostage
Posted on 2/23/22 at 7:22 am to Hat Tricks
Just because you are a “single dad” doesn’t mean you have to do Disney alone with the kids. Invite a grandparent, older niece/nephew, or other trusted person to help you out. Or better yet, a “nanny” 
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