Morocco

Holidays by Destination Africa Morocco Attitudes to Children 

Moroccans love children so much they may want to kiss yours. Little children may even queue for the privilege of kissing a toddler or baby, though this is less likely in bigger centres. Even there though children may open doors by humanising you, placing the entire family in the category of those deserving of special treatment.

Buggies

Rarely used, not least because of lack of paving. A backpack or sling makes manoeuvring easier when walking in the country and in towns, keeping the child entertained while sightseeing. It can also be useful to protect little ones from an overwhelming amount of attention.

Breastfeeding

A Moroccan mother reports this the norm and therefore common even on buses or while working in the souks, so there should be no problem in public.

Babysitting

Given some hours' notice most large hotels can lay this on, usually with a female member of staff who will probably speak French but possibly not English. Children however seem to sense that they are liked. Prices in a Marrakech hotel are around Dh50-100 per hour.

Baby Stuff

Except in the larger northern towns even UHT milk is rare so if with a little one who wants milk, you might like to take your own. It's heavy but if your child has a seat you can use their luggage allowance. Shopping on the spot you may need help locating grocery stores as they often forego shop signs. Some shops stock dried milk (around Dh40 per pack), and disposable nappies (10 small Pampers Dh40, larger Dh65) but it is easier to take them from the UK as supply is not guaranteed. Also usefully bought in advance are snacks like digestive biscuits or crackers.