Disneyland: view from the stroller

I love Disneyland. My son is still too small to really understand all that is happening around him. Going through the park, one sees a veritable sea of strollers and child paraphernalia. However, you'd be surprised how few attractions there really are for the tiny people. Young children can, of course, find infinite attractions for their amusement, but that isn't so for those still finding their feet. So, what do you do in the park with your tiny creature? Here are my suggestions, based on explorations.

Before I begin, I'd also like to comment that there is a parent station at the end of Main Street, next to the photography store and hot dog cart. They have high chairs, a room for nursing, and a nice diaper changing area. If you've forgotten something your little one needs, they probably also have it here.

Shows and Parades:

There are assorted shows and parades. Alex managed to sleep through the Sound-sational parade, which is quite impressive considering it is comprised of lots of music and drums. There is a story-telling stage next to the castle if your critter likes to sit still for more than a couple minutes. The Jedi show in Tomorrowland requires a bit more patience, as does the Aladdin storytelling area next to the Jungle Cruise. Next to the Toon Town Train Station, there is a larger stage. Currently, it is showing Mickey & the Enchanted Lamp.  There are lots of songs from different Disney movies, plus bubbles drop from the sky! The Golden Horseshoe in Frontier Land has food and a show, but it was a little louder than my son appreciated. Alex did however enjoy the Disneyland Band going down Main Street.
We stayed one evening for Fantasmic and the fireworks. Alex did well for awhile and wasn't really startled or scared by any of Fantasmic. However, he did lose patience; I think the main problem was just how long we waited around for Fantasmic to start. After food and a diaper change in the quiet, well-lit children's center, we went out to watch fireworks. That, I think, was just too late for our small critter. We were pretty much in front of the castle. Once we got to Tomorrowland and it wasn't right in his face, he did a little better, but the little guy was tired out by then!

If I've missed anything you think toddlers would enjoy, please feel free to comment and I'll make the addition. I've only included restaurants that have something else going on in them, but if I've missed an attraction, let me know.

More lands coming soon!!!