3.10.2014

Drew's First Movie

We did it. We jumped on the Frozen bandwagon as Drew's first movie and, just like everyone warned me, that d@mn song is completely stuck in my head. I guess that's par for the course with Disney movies though.

Back to my point of this post. Drew is SUCH a good kid, but he is a talker... like constant chatterbox. During shows at home he narrates and likes to discuss everything that's going on. This is the only reason we hadn't been to a real movie yet. I was hoping that since Frozen had been out forever there wouldn't be many people still attending meaning less people to piss off if he jabbered through the entire thing. Wrong. It was a fairly full theater, but thankfully he did pretty well!


And in case you're thinking of taking your toddler to a movie, here are my tips for a successful trip:

  - Make sure the toddler is well rested. We went right after nap when he was still a bit sleepy and calm.
  - Get a gynormous popcorn. Like, the biggest they offer. This will keep your toddler from talking.
  - Sit in the back. This way you're toddler isn't too close to other people the screen.
  - Bribe the kid to pee right before the movie starts to give yourself a nice window.
  - Practice whispering for an entire week in advance, but understand you'll still shush them 79 times.

All in all, it went really well for us and I'm excited to see more with our little guy!


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30 comments:

  1. ShelliMarch 10, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    I love your tips! Especially the popcorn one!

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  2. TiffanyMarch 10, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    This is so cute! Wasn't that an amazing movie?

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  3. Amanda | Kids and CabernetMarch 10, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    Welcome to the Frozen bandwagon!! Wasn't it a great movie?! I can't wait for it to come out on BluRay :) my daughter is the same - a little chatter box, but she's quiet as a mouse in the movies. That was also a concern of mine.
    Love your pictures!! xo

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  4. Life HappensMarch 10, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    Drew looks like he's in popcorn heaven! I am debating if I want to take Matthew to see the Lego movie. Thanks for the tips. I definitely like the practice whispering for a week before we go. I'll let you know how it goes!

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  5. ShannonMarch 10, 2014 at 9:58 AM

    Great tips. Taylor got her first taste of popcorn when we watched Frozen the other night, so now she associates the two and wants to watch Frozen over and over...just to get popcorn.

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  6. Desiree MackeMarch 10, 2014 at 10:28 AM

    That tub of popcorn is almost as big as Drew - HA!
    I think it will be awhile before we brave the theater, but I'm tucking your tips away for that far off day. :)

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  7. SarahMarch 10, 2014 at 10:53 AM

    That picture of Drew giving the guy his ticket...OMG adorable!

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  8. BridgetMarch 10, 2014 at 10:55 AM

    I still haven't gotten Emily to even be interested in a movie at home! He looks so cute sitting in the theater!!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 10, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    Awe! Glad he had a good time, I loved Frozen!

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  10. Sarah @ The Not Quite Military WifeMarch 10, 2014 at 11:25 AM

    I can't believe that he is old enough to go to movies!! Glad you guys had such a good time!

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  11. V @ X-tremely VMarch 10, 2014 at 12:03 PM

    Your tips are hilarious! Glad that it went well! There is no way I will be taking Xavier to the movies any time soon! My kid would be the one running all around during the movie instead of sitting calmly and watching it :(

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  12. Hilary @ Peanut Butter SpoonfulsMarch 10, 2014 at 12:04 PM

    We haven't braved a theater yet because I worry about the squirmies. It hadn't even crossed my mind that B would talk the entire time and annoy everyone! He is a big chatterbox as well. Thanks for the tips! I'm still really temped to jump on the Frozen bandwagon too, I think we are the last ones left who haven't seen it.

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  13. StephanieMarch 10, 2014 at 12:12 PM

    I'm glad you guys had a successful trip! Love all the tips! I'd love to see Frozen, but I don't think Rosen is quite ready for the movie theater. I'll probably wait until she's around Drew's age.

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  14. JennOveyMarch 10, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    Henry is totally anti-movies. They have free mini-shows at the science center that we are members of and he can't sit for more than 10 minutes without being over it. Maybe one day. Glad that you guys had a successful adventure though!

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  15. JenMarch 10, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    How fun! I am so glad that he did well.

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  16. Lauren @ Here We GeauxMarch 10, 2014 at 12:36 PM

    Too cute! Good ideas for taking a toddler to their first movie.

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  17. ~Anchored In Christ~March 10, 2014 at 1:14 PM

    I'm gonna have to watch Frozen b/c i hear it's good and I've seen clips and heard that addicting song. Glad things went great. :D and what great tips for parents who plan to take their kids to the movies.

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  18. JulieMarch 10, 2014 at 1:36 PM

    Thanks for all the tips! It seems like everyone and their dog is seeing Frozen for their toddler's first movie. Now I'm super curious and want to see it too haha.

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  19. JennyMarch 10, 2014 at 2:01 PM

    Now I want a tub of popcorn like NOW! hmm maybe I'll jump on the frozen band wagon and order the digtial copy and have some popcorn with Callie after her nap. :) So glad he did well. I haven't taken Callie to the movies and I think I would likely wait until she's older like Drew's age just to be sure she could sit still. :) Thanks for the tips!

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  20. AmyMarch 10, 2014 at 3:27 PM

    How fun!! I can't wait to take Jackson to his first movie. I think he's still a little too young yet, but I'm glad Drew's first trip was a success.

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  21. todellMarch 10, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Our Theater has a bucket you can buy and reuse for a whole year (it's washable) it's a great deal, then we take a small brown bag or cup for Emma to have and hold! So glad you enjoyed the movie (we love it and can't wait for the DVD to come out!)

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  22. AnonymousMarch 10, 2014 at 4:03 PM

    So cute! The popcorn bucket is almost his size! Awww :)

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  23. Sarah March 10, 2014 at 4:57 PM

    Yay! We just went two weekends ago to bring Aubrey. SO much fun!

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  24. Courtney [Sweet Turtle Soup]March 10, 2014 at 8:24 PM

    haha, laughing at your tips! I am no where near brave enough to take Aria. I've seen babies younger than her do great, I don't think I have that type of baby. Mine is the not sitting still kind.
    He is too cute with his huge popcorn!!

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  25. Kenzie SmithMarch 11, 2014 at 12:33 AM

    Aw how fun! Love the tips you shared :D My son is quite the chatterbox too when it comes to watching movies.

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  26. Lizzie @ This Happy LifeMarch 11, 2014 at 7:49 AM

    We looooove Frozen! That is so fun you guys took him! We love taking Brayden to the movies :)

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  27. UnknownMarch 11, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    HOOJ popcorn :D! He is so cute, glad he enjoyed :)
    x
    Lara Lizard

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  28. AshleyMarch 11, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    Look at him with that bucket of popcorn!! Soo cute!! Glad you enjoyed the movie!!!

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  29. Julie @real housewife of cleMarch 12, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    I think my son was 3 when we decided to take him to the movies and I was fairly happy with his behavior.
    That bucket of popcorn is bigger than your son. Too cute.

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  30. NatalieMarch 17, 2014 at 8:22 PM

    I took Nolan to Planes after it was our for awhile, and he did great...glad Drew did so well!

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