Baby’s First Baseball Game: How to Make it Easy
A Guide to Keeping Baby’s First Baseball Game Fun for Everyone
I did not do any research before I took my baby’s first baseball game. Unfortunately, once I got there I realized I should have done some research to save myself some stress. This guide is to help you have a better experience at baby’s first baseball game!
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You cannot bring a full-size stroller into the ballpark. However, you can bring an “umbrella” stroller that can fold up to fit under your seats. I would leave the stroller at home for the day but if you are out and about prior to the game there are options. Most ballparks in big cities have lockers you can rent close to the ballpark for storage. Usually, you can look at the specific ballpark’s website to see if they offer lockers.
Headphones
JL was around 9 weeks old when took him to his first Red Sox game. I did not have headphones for him to protect his ears from the loud announcements. Luckily, the guest services desk at Fenway had some we could sign out and borrow for the game. They were a little big for him but they protected his ears and as soon as I got home I ordered these for him. I ordered the baseball themed headphones for JL but there are plenty of options!
Baby carrier
I recommend bringing some type of baby carrier to free up your hands for peanuts or whatever it is you like to enjoy! Also, to keep you from getting too tired after holding a baby for several hours.
Personally, we preferred the backpack style carrier as we felt it helped distribute the weight better. Additionally, my husband and I could easily take it on and off to trade who was wearing him.
I chose to wear a cloth wrap for my baby’s first baseball. These are great for discreetly nursing in my opinion but they do have a bit of a learning curve when putting them on. Be sure to practice at home prior to arriving at the baseball field. Also, be careful when putting it on at the ball field if you are short like me because the end can drag the ground as you’re putting it on. Gross!
*Of note: you are not supposed to put your baby forward facing until 6 months of age. Unfortunately, we were unaware of this. Luckily, JL has no signs of hip dysplasia. This blog is intended to help you learn from my mistakes!
I chose to wear a cloth wrap for my baby’s first baseball. These are great for discreetly nursing in my opinion but they do have a bit of a learning curve when putting them on. Be sure to practice at home prior to arriving at the baseball field. Also, be careful when putting it on at the ball field if you are short like me because the end can drag the ground as you’re putting it on. Gross!
I tried several different cloth wrap carriers and the ones I tie myself were my favorite as I tie them to fit my body. Therefore, they help prevent back strain.