Disney with a toddler

We have travelled many times to Disney World, but this was our first time taking our 2 year old with us. To say I was excited was an understatement. Some people told us we were crazy to take a toddler on a 9 hour flight, but anything to see the mouse! Having plently of entertainment is key when flying with a young child. I bought lots of brand new toys to keep her entertained along with a bag full of snacks.

The key to doing Disney with a toddler is to not get upset when things don't go to plan. There were so many times when I found myself having to take a step back and say 'Let's go back to the room for a rest'. Because it can become too much for young children, and I think as adults we sometimes forget that as we just want to make the holiday as magical as possible. I was so excited to get a family picture with Mickey Mouse, but as soon as Willow saw him she burst into tears and from then on she wouldn't go near any other characters! Maybe next time!!

My favourite moment was on It's a small world. Willow spent the whole time pointing and looking around her with a massive smile. I didn't watch the ride - I just watched her face gleeming, and that to me is the Disney magic. For the first time I saw it through someone else's eyes and it was pure magic.

We are going back again for her third birthday in April and we will just take each day as it comes. We might even get a family picture with Mickey!