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An escape before parenthood

Central American caves, waterfalls, hair-raising drives—and everywhere, children

We decided to call our winter getaway late last year a babymoon, which Wikipedia defines as “a vacation taken by a couple that is expecting a baby, in order to allow the couple to enjoy a final trip together before the many sleepless nights that usually accompany a newborn.”

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