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Updated June 2024
I took 5-month-old A to her fourth baseball game at Wrigley Field on Tuesday night, and I have lost count how many games 4-year-old V has been to since joining our family. Most of the time I have gone to the games without my husband because he works during them. I’ve learned a thing or two about how to successfully attend a ballgame with two kids and still have a good time. The key is being prepared!
I’ve already shared my tips for taking a toddler to a baseball game, so I’m focusing now on my tips for taking a baby to a baseball game:
- Invest in Hearmuffs. Noise-canceling hearing protection has been a lifesaver for me. It allows my baby to not get startled and she can even nap despite the cheering and yelling that goes on at the stadium.
- Use a baby carrier. I have the Baby K-tan and I love it, but any baby carrier will do as long as you’ve tried it before and it’s comfortable. If your baby is young enough he or she will probably nap in it.
- Dress appropriately. It rained during one of the games, so I made sure we had extra baby clothes and blankets. I also made sure to bring hats for all of us and a mini umbrella hat. (Umbrellas aren’t allowed but I have a giveaway umbrella hat that I would have used.) If it’s hot, a portable fan is nice to have, too. You can try a neck fan for yourself or a mini one to keep your baby cool.
- Arrive late or leave early. I typically do either or both. I like to arrive at the ballpark after a couple of innings have passed so most people have taken their seats by then. One note about doing this is that there always seems to be someone in my seat that I have to ask to move. I also try to leave early, depending on how the baby is doing, to beat the crowds and traffic.
- Hang out in Gallagher Way. You can always take a break and head to the lawn to chill. Lots of kids are there and you can watch the game on the big screen.
- Bring snacks and water (and milk/formula).
- Look up the location of the family restroom(s) before you go. If you want a better place to change diapers or breastfeed, go to the first aid room. There is air-conditioning and you can relax for a bit. From the Cubs website: The Advocate Health Care First Aid station is located behind home plate on the main concourse on the first-base side of the Marquee Gate.
- Try to buy seats on an aisle for easy entry and exit. Also, if it’s a warm day/time of year, try to buy a seat under shade. Note: Age 2 and under do not need their own ticket, but if you want them to have their own seat it might be worth the ticket price. It’s up to how you think they would do.
- Stick to day games. We went to a night game and it was significantly more challenging, but doable.
- Relax. Take your time and enjoy yourself!
Have you been to a sporting event with little ones? How did it go?
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