New York with Babies
New York and babies aren’t exactly a match made in heaven but having a baby shouldn’t stop you from going to New York City, as you’ll discover a new side of this fantastic city.
My first concern when heading there last week with my 10-month-old was transportation. You would be insane to rent a car in a city that is dominated by aggressive drivers and yellow cabs. Taking the bus proved a little unwieldy, as you are expected to fold up your stroller to get on the bus, but to my surprise cabs were a lot more laid back about taking babies than I had expected. Although we ended up walking most of the time, it was a relief to know we had a viable option if needed.
The highlight of this last trip were not the fantastic dining experiences or wandering aimlessly from shop to gallery through the Village but, rather, the playgrounds in Central Park. I had never noticed this before but there are play grounds every few meters in Central Park. In fact, there are 21 playgrounds in this one park! Also, on the Sound end, right by 5th Ave. is a Children’s Zoo. I just love wandering aimlessly through this park and seeing where I end up after each turn. I’m still amazed that a place can be so serene and be stuck in the middle of Uptown Manhattan. The perfect escape from the crowds and the shopping when traveling with a baby.
