To keep the euphoria of the big day alive, a honeymoon to Italy is the perfect blend of cultural locales, stunning beach scenery, and a mouthwatering foodie vista. If the wedding coincides with a pregnancy, merge the honeymoon into a ‘babymoon’, which is the phenomenon that’s taken the internet by storm, meaning the final trip expectant parents take before the birth of their child. With the Mum to be heading on a sober journey, Italy had to be up there with one of the best spots in the world to not miss the limoncello; that’s just some extra room for pizza! After all, you’re feeding for two.
Here is everything you need to know, for a honeymoon in Italy with a bump on board.
The Best Time to Visit Italy whilst Pregnant
The majority of Italy is known for its traditional Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and hot dry summers. But with such a huge expanse of landscape, from mountainous regions to long coastlines, there are various micro-climates to be found across the country, making any time work for pregnancies.
If you’re dreaming of a countryside retreat down the rolling hills of the central Tuscany region, temperatures can reach extreme levels in peak summer months. Especially when in the third trimester of pregnancy, this could be bordering on too hot, so why not consider a Spring break within the greenery? If a cityscape is a perfect way for you to enter married life and soon-to-be parenthood, Rome in February could boast the ideal weather for breathable sundresses and picnics, but without reaching too hot for walking among the history-ridden architecture.
The Best Things to Do in Italy whilst Pregnant
For a pregnancy, it’s most vital to ensure the Mum-to-be can remain comfortable, whilst still enjoying the romance of the Italian charm. Here are some great ways you can still embrace the quintessence of the country, with ‘baby on board’:
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Head down South to the stunning Amalfi Coast and see awe-worthy villages of colour and dramatic clifflines. There are plenty of flat paths within the villages here to embark on scenic strolls.
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The Vatican City is the world's smallest country just outside Rome and houses a meticulously landscaped garden for a greener walk. Once the little one arrives, you can tell them how they visited the world’s smallest country, before they were even large enough to be out of the womb!
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Embrace honeymoon feels with a spa stay. The perfect mix of romantic ambiance and self-care to relax the Mum to be. QC Terememilano in the city of Milan, is world-renowned for its weather-replicating facilities, aiming to embrace the spa-like features that ‘mother nature’ can provide. Escape the hustle and bustle of a city break, with a spa stay.
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Relax on a gondola ride, the traditional way to see the ornate charm of Venice.
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Research a pregnancy-friendly cooking class in the culinary capital. From pizza and pasta making to tiramisu whipping, there are romantic classes across the city portfolio, perfect for newlyweds.
Where to Stay in Italy whilst Pregnant
A babymoon combining the actual post-wedding holiday with the one before becoming a bigger family, requires all the essentials of other romantic honeymoons in Italy, with indulgent amenities and a serene setting. Whether your perfect honeymoon break embraces a few Italian regions, or it’s a single destination extravaganza, gaining a local guide can help ensure you’re embracing the most luxurious time. Gain a private honeymoon tour to still keen romantic of just you and your other half, and this can also ensure the pregnancy is always considered in every day of activity.
The Best Places to Visit in Italy whilst Pregnant
Pregnancy doesn’t mean a limited volume of places to visit in Italy. For a city retreat that’s flat enough to leisurely amble around in the shoulder seasons’ (Spring and Autumn) neutral climate, Venice’s narrow streets are majority flat, making it the perfect destination for slow sightseeing. Maybe you’ll even find some baby bits for when the newborn comes along! Venice is a haven of boutique shops selling handmade crafts and treasures.
For a relaxing seaside escape, Lake Garda is home to a range of beaches surrounded by lush greenery. To get high up, there is a cable car that heads to the hilltops and offers breathtaking views across the lake and surrounding Alps. The Malcesine-Monte Baldo car is known for being a comfortable, gentle retreat up. Head to local restaurants and trattorias for traditional Italian cuisine and fresh vegetables to fuel the both of you. Find the perfect afternoon spot to perch around the lake and get engrossed in your babymoon read.
What to Pack for a Trip to Italy whilst Pregnant
Packing for any destination is a minefield, but it’s valuable to recognise it will be even harder with a bump in tow! Think of all your traditional packing essentials, plus all the pregnancy vital bits, from records to prenatal vitamins. Both during travel and whilst away, comfortable clothing is more important than ever, as well as supportive shoes and pregnancy-safe skincare and makeup products. It’s vital to understand the differences in travelling during pregnancy and ensure all your required documents fit the criteria you need. All this is ultimately what will ensure the best babymoon!
Summary
Italy is no novice to romance and is the perfect place for a honeymoon or babymoon alike. Capture the joy of Italian embodiment just before the arrival of new life into the world! Perfectly safe for pregnancy travels, Italy awaits.
