Ah, New York City, famously known as the city that never sleeps, a mantra that new parents in the Big Apple take quite literally, but for entirely different reasons.
Suddenly, your whirlwind of Broadway shows, late-night speakeasies and avant-garde art exhibitions comes to a screeching halt, right? Wrong.
We aren’t sharing the best playgrounds or the softest changing tables here.
Oh no. This is about dragging your adorable bundle of joy into your pre-baby adventures because, let’s face it, your social life shouldn’t have to crawl just because you’re now pushing a stroller.
From art galleries where cries blend with abstract expressionists to bistros where foodies-in-training get their first taste of the city’s culinary delights, we’re navigating the Big Apple with a baby on board, sharing adult activities to do with your newborn.
Who said adulting with an infant can’t be fun?
Stroller around the museum
The Brooklyn Museum takes baby-friendly to an artistic level with its Stroller Tours, perfect for parents and their tiny art critics aged 0–24 months.
As you navigate through the galleries, art appreciation becomes a multisensory experience with touchable objects, songs and a chance to engage directly with the masterpieces.
It’s an inviting space where the youngest museumgoers and their caregivers can connect, both with art and each other.
Breastfeeding is welcomed, ensuring a comfortable environment for all.
Remember, single strollers only make it easier to enjoy the museum’s wonders without worry.
Get fit with your peers
Parenthood might have changed your pace, but Fit4Mom ensures it doesn’t slow you down.
With various classes across Bergen, Wayne, Rockland, Westchester County and Metuchen-Westfield, you can pick from Stroller Strides, Stroller Barre or Strides 360.
Each 60-minute session is designed to cater to moms at any fitness level, offering a mix of strength, cardio and core training while entertaining your little ones.
Whether pushing a stroller or sprinting through mom life, these workouts are about building a community as strong as your post-baby body.
Don’t forego the movies
Nitehawk Cinema and Alamo Drafthouse welcome new parents to enjoy the latest films without having to book a sitter.
With special screenings for adults with infants at Nitehawk every Tuesday afternoon and Alamo for All’s sensory-friendly shows, parents can enjoy movies with the comfort of knowing baby noises are part of the experience.
These screenings are designed with parents and babies in mind, from reduced sound levels to brighter lights, making moviegoing a stress-free outing. Infants are welcome, and older children can join at all ages show times, ensuring the whole family gets in on the fun.
Get work done
Workplayce uniquely caters to new parents craving a blend of productivity and community, offering a welcoming atmosphere right from the newborn stage.
Initially, the communal workspace acts as a sanctuary for parents seeking to step out of the house, providing a vibrant environment where families with infants can relax and work.
As babies grow into toddlers and beyond, Workplayce continues to support working parents with childcare services available five days a week for children aged 15 months to 6 years, including full-time, part-time, after school and upcoming weekend options.
With quiet work zones featuring soundproof booths and private conference rooms amid Zen garden-like spaces, parents can balance professional obligations and family life.
Take over a restaurant
New moms groups in NYC, spanning Brooklyn to Jersey City, offer a vibrant support network.
Beyond lively discussions and parenting tips, these groups often extend their camaraderie to local cafes and eateries.
Imagine taking over a section of a trendy restaurant or a cozy café, with other moms and babies, without a worry about the side-eyes from other diners.
It’s a chance to enjoy a meal, share experiences, and make new friends in a baby-friendly setting conducive to adult conversation.
