Are you expecting a child soon? Planning to welcome a new family member is an all-encompassing endeavor, with emotional roller coasters and an entirely new level of busyness. One of the best things you can do during the process is plan a babymoon, and we can help.
What is a babymoon?
The term "babymoon" has gained popularity in recent years as expectant parents see the value of traveling together before welcoming the baby. More and more more couples are recognizing the importance of taking a break and cherishing their time together before the whirlwind of parenthood begins. You're probably taking the birth classes, having a baby shower, creating a nursery, and starting a college fund, but have you planned a way to make sure the two of you stay connected? A babymoon allows you to relax, having meaningful conversations about becoming parents or adding another child to the family, and connect as a couple before your focus temporarily shifts to the baby.
Why is a babymoon important?
A babymoon offers quite a few benefits to expectant parents. Even if it seems like a tight squeeze on the budget while you're financially preparing for a baby, there are plenty of ways to make a quick getaway affordable. You don't have to take an expensive international vacation to enjoy the benefits of getting away together. These are some of the reasons we think it's worth prioritizing:
Time to Connect
A babymoon provides a precious opportunity for couples to strengthen their bond before the arrival of their little one. This time allows for deep conversations, shared experiences, and moments of intimacy that may become more challenging to find once the baby arrives. Bonding and connecting before the intensity of labor, delivery, and postpartum will set you up for success.
Relaxation and Stress Relief
Pregnancy can be physically and emotionally demanding, even in the healthiest of circumstances. This is only magnified if you've had any medical challenges. A babymoon offers you a chance to relax and unwind. This relaxation is not only beneficial for the expectant parents but also for the baby, as reduced stress on the mother can positively impact fetal development.
Creating Memories
The babymoon becomes a cherished memory that couples can look back on fondly. These shared experiences create a strong foundation for the journey ahead, reminding parents of their love and commitment to each other during the challenges of parenthood. You might even decide to plan a photoshoot on your getaway to create a tangible memento.
Planning Your Babymoon in Indio, CA
The choices for where to plan a babymoon are virtually endless. If you want something that isn't too far from home, but still provides that getaway experience, consider Indio. Part of the Greater Palm Springs area, it offers you the sunshine, shopping, dining, and entertainment the region is famous for. And we've got the perfect place for you to stay!
Our luxury Indio vacation rental, the Brooklyn Penthouse, has a long list of amenities to make your babymoon comfortable:
- 40 foot saltwater pool with tanning ledge and lounge chairs
- Outdoor kitchen with Thor BBQ, pizza oven, and more
- Outdoor living space with HDTV
- Lawn games
- Putting green
- Movie theater
- Game room
- Gourmet kitchen
Wondering what there is to do on your babymoon in Indio? We have some ideas:
- Relax at one of the many spas nearby, indulging in a prenatal massage, a day by the pool, or other pampering.
- Located in nearby Desert Hot Springs, Two Bunch Palms is renowned for its natural hot mineral springs. Soaking in these therapeutic waters can be incredibly soothing for pregnant women.
- Visit the iconic Joshua Tree National Park and enjoy breathtaking desert landscapes, unique rock formations, and stunning starry nights.
- Indio is known as the "Date Capital of the World," and a visit to Shields Date Garden is a must. Couples can take a leisurely stroll through the date groves, learn about the history and cultivation of dates, and enjoy a refreshing date shake. Some midwives and OBGYNs even say eating dates in the third trimester helps support a healthy delivery!
- Enjoy some of Indio's amazing restaurants. Indio and the surrounding area boast a diverse culinary scene.
- Plan a child-free shopping spree! The El Paseo Shopping District in nearby Palm Desert is perfect for leisurely shopping and strolling. You can buy some special outfits for baby as a meaningful and practical souvenir.
Ready to book your trip to Indio? Check the availability of the Brooklyn Penthouse.