A baby, a rv, moving ever few months, and working from the rv adds up to a nightmare in mind. If you are dead set I would look at something that is a bunkhouse so you have a second room to use as an office or baby room.
5th wheels have more room. Class A is easier to move. If you’re moving frequently I would go with the class A towing a small car. That’s what we did and we’re happy with it.
Bunk house is key. We found one with a slide-out bunk room that folds up into a 2nd dinette. 31’ long, fits most places we want to go so far. Works very well for us.
5th wheel toy hauler would have a lot more space to convert to an office, but then you’re getting very big and very heavy.
Class A towing a small car also looks like a good set up! If I had the money to buy the class A I want with a still very reliable engine that’s what I’d do too 🤗
Agree. You will need to move around once camped, and that car will do fine. 5th wheel means your tow vehicle will be heavy duty, not really a daily driver or something you want to put miles on.
Damn a lot of people are giving you advice about everything except what you asked for. A fifth wheel is going to have the most space and possibly a washing machine which you'll probably want. I think you'll want the space, particular for some audio privacy.
I can imagine!! We try to stay further south. But Oklahoma in december/january was in the negatives for a few days so we just planned ahead. Also prepare for weather with skirting and heater under the rv as needed.
My kids are 3,6,&9. Weve been in our fifth wheel for 5 years so weve had kids in all stages of baby-hood in this camper. Instagram.com/lifewithpockets has photos of the adjustments weve made over the years to make this rv work with kids.
We have a RoadWarrior 427. It has a big open living room and nice sized kitchen and the “garage” has a set of bunks in it with all the kids stuff. We went with this vs a bunk room because of the living room layout, we could fit a fullsize washer/gas dryer in the garage and it has the side porch for our german shepherd. We bought in 2018 and there are a few “better” options out now that we would consider if we had to replace it.
Browse instagram for #fulltimefamilies you’ll get a better sense of actual families on the road and not just reddit opinions.
This should be at the top. These people have lived it.
We've never full timed, but we have RVed on long trips with lots of kids and with babies.
If I were going to full time a top priority would be space for the kids to sleep that is relatively private. This could be a bunk bed with curtain or doors, a separate room, an over cab for older kids, or anything else to seperate them from the main living area. Early on a pack in play may be your best bet so keep that in mind as well.
Class A are great for mobility but are higher cost per square feet of living area than travel trailer.
Your better off with travel trailer. Fifth wheel models have great features, but tend to require larger capacity truck to move.
What kind of vehicle do you have? A nice 1 ton club cab truck will cost more than your travel trailer.
If you have a pickup, shop for something it can handle.
We are leaning more towards the fifth wheel. I currently have a F-350 diesel so we would not need to purchase a vehicle. It also seems the fifth wheels have more “rooms” where the Class A’s are just a big open space.
We just pulled the trigger on a 41 foot Alliance Paradigm fifth wheel with a loft bed for my 4yo and a multi-purpose room that will be an office/bedroom for my 18mo when the time comes. We looked at everything and this really was the best fit for us. Meets our needs AND has the space to live full-time comfortably.
Given the truck that you already have it’s a no-brainer. Get the fifth wheel. Safe journeys and see you out there!
I’ve seen people convert the back of it into a full room for a child. It’s pretty cool. I would love living in an RV with my daughter. Not sure why people are giving you a hard time. Obviously you’ll need a decently sized one. And if it doesn’t work out it’s not like you’re fully committed to it forever.
Hey! We have similar situations! My husband and I have been full time RVers for 8 years. We also have a dog and cat. We move every 4-6 months. I work out of the RV. We have loved it overall but it can be a lot of ups and downs. You have to be good at rolling with the punches. And there is definitely a learning curve at first.
We have a 5th wheel. Montana 3721RL. 5th wheels give you more space and are less expensive than a Class A. Generally less maintenance costs also. But they require a larger and more expensive vehicle to tow with. You’ll likely need a one ton truck at minimum.
Our floor plan has space for a full size washer/dryer which is hugely beneficial if you can get it. Combo units suck and going to a laundromat regularly is a pain. We also have a residential sized refrigerator, which again is so worth having.
We’ve done a lot of customizing to make our RV work best for us. Lots of trial & error. Lots of learning, frequently the hard way. But we’re well seasoned in this lifestyle now and wouldn’t trade it. Let me know if I can answer any questions for you now or anytime in the future!
We have a Grand Design Reflection 311BHS and love it. We are getting ready to full time in it with our three year old. Send me a DM if you have any questions about it.
Me and my partner both work from the fifthwheel and have two dogs and a cat.
If you get a fifth wheel in the 42 foot range with a midbunk you'll have ample room for a crib/baby room in the bunk room and you can have a desk in there. I currently have the desk in there with a couch and dog crate. You could remove the couch for crib space if needed.
There's "tons" of room, especially if only one of you is working and needs desk space.
Tons in air quotes of course cause it's all small still lol
Lol, I wish I could get you in contact with my sister.
She and her husband had a baby in June and moved into an RV with their three Rottweilers when it was like 3 months old.
She'd know but is pretty much unreachable at this point.
If you already have a capable truck, a fifth wheel is probably the best bang for your buck.
The two things I'll say about the Class are:
1. If it's hissing it down with rain when you get to the campsite, you can just throw the sides out and sleep.
If you, your better half, and your baby are in a 5th Wheel, you're all gonna get wet.
2. When it's time to reverse in, t'other half is going to be outside directing you, and your babe may be providing musical accompaniment. The class A may take you less time.
Regardless, neither a fifth or A is a bad choice.
Enjoy!
Similar situation for my family as we are gearing up to hit the road in the very near future with our two kiddos (4yo and 18mos). Wifey works remote and we also have a dog so getting the right model was super important.
After doing a lot of research and going to see a bunch of different options (toy hauler, fifth wheel, class A, destination trailer, etc.) we decided on a fifth wheel with a midbunk.
The midbunk room will be an office for the mrs to handle meetings in and a bedroom for my 18mo once we swap out the sofa for an ikea bed. The 4yo is getting the loft bed, or as he calls it, “his hidey hole”, which was also a huge deciding factor in going the fifth wheel route. I wanted my kids to love the layout as much as we did so the loft bed became a necessity.
My number one recommendation is to try and get inside as many different styles and layouts as you can before making a decision. We were almost certain that a toy hauler was the best option but after comparing a few of them to the fifth wheels our tune changed pretty quickly.
Layout is king so make sure it is the right one and works for you and your family no matter what. Best of luck, and get out there!
No problem! After a lot of back and forth with multiple dealers we ended up pulling the trigger on a 2023 Alliance 390MP. We were very, VERY close to going with a Grand Design 378MBS (which we loved) but alas, no hidey hole, no deal.
There are some differences between the two but nothing big enough, at least for us, to warrant giving up the loft bed for my little guy.
This could be an awesome experience. Tons of logistics and hurdles, but that is life.
You haven't provided many details, and those details influence what is best.
Assumptions: 2 years full time followed by sticks and bricks for school, 8 sites a year, full hookups, 5k+/month budget, ...
Buy a gently used 5th wheel. This way you will not get killed on resale in 2 years. Go as big as you can. You are going to want the space. Dont worry about driving it and the truck to tow it. Instead, you can hire that part out. Local dealers can help you or you can just ask around at the RV park. Someone will be willing to do it for cheap. Buying a big truck, or a class A, to drive 1 day a month is not a good investment. This will also allow you to have two cars. This means one of you can be working at a coffee shop and the other can be on an adventure with the baby.
If you need the space, and you probably will, you could use one car to pull a small cargo trailer. Fitting two cars, a 5th wheel and a trailer on your site will be tricky, but you could make it work. You could even fit the cargo trailer out as a 3 season office.
Whatever size/class you choose, good insulation is key, whether you plan to stay in warm areas or not, when it's Hot, it helps to keep the inside cool, and when it's not, keeping warm is important !
I've traveled and camped all My life, in everything from pup tents to family campers, weekends to seasonsl/permanent... get as much space as your budget, driving/towing skill and other allow. Slides are great, until they break, like most gadgets/extras...
From experience, extra jacks/stands are a very good investment, especially with slides or longer rigs. Awnings are great for shade and outdoor space when it rains. Maintainence is crucial, especially full time ! Vent caps/covers are highly recommended !
Have you considered how you will handle medical care for the baby? Typically they are seen multiple times in the first few years for checkups and so on, and it’s really best for the same people to be doing those as they develop an understanding of what is normal for your baby.
So this person is asking for specific RV advice and instead you offer parenting advice, assuming it’s something they haven’t thought of?
Some people’s kids…. so rude 🤬
Lol you mfers are all toxic. Maybe they were speaking from firsthand experience!?? Ya know, maybe they were this person a few years ago and learned the hard way.
No, they're just rude cunts apparently 🤷
This is Reddit, and more specifically an RV specific sub, not a parenting advice one. There are LOADS of subs for parenting advice, including parenting while travelling… as travel with youngins is common.
Staying on topic is a skill learned both in general life and in higher education.
Calling people “cunts” is a special skill.
Have a deserved day 🙏
And that's an excuse to be a cunt?
Ignore it. Maybe they had good intentions and are from somewhere that advice like that is normal in their culture cause it is, shocker, the internet 🤯
That’s awesome. I appreciate the positive comment. My wife and are are very outdoorsy type people and we have taken our 10 month old daughter on multiple trips already. We understand full time RV’ing is not for everyone but we do not want to have regrets when we are older.
Good luck with the new pup!
They are asking for specific *full time* RV advice and things like medical care are major full time RV issues. Given the sheer number of people who post here who are completely clueless about any of the practical difficulties, I am not willing to assume that some random person has done their due diligence thinking about the practical details when the person who suffers most if they have not is an innocent child who has no say in being dragged around the country.
Don’t listen to these people 👇. OP is like oh we are outdoorsy people blah blah… when you have a child it’s about them going forward till you die. Not about what you want for yourself.
Since you asked me directly. The answer is YES. Specially as young as your kid is. It’s not always about fun and seeking out new things. Kids need care…. Extremes care. They are too young, little to no immunity against anything. They need constant vigilance. They need space, quietness and so does the parent. They need tons and tons of things… clothes and feed etc. They need regular doctors visits. YOU both need to be rested enough to take care of a kid…. Specially when (not if) the kid is now well…. And they are not well all the time until they are past 2-3 years.
RV maintenance and upkeep and a truck will take away time from both of that NO parent has. I have a class C and two toddlers so I am not talking out of my arse.
But you do what you do. My response was to a concerned parent alerting you of the need of critical medical care and people were calling then “rude”.
IMO Minimum length Trailer or living space should be 24 feet. Thats the right weight, and usually has separate bedroom area. U will need a space to have a play pin.
I work from a camper frequently. Almost everywhere we went was an internet issue even with unlimited hot spots, it wasn't enough connectivity. Just something to think about and plan for.
The best RV to live in with a baby is more about the layout than the class.
For example, (I don't have kids but,) I would suggest something with a room that can be turned into an office, a place to put the baby's crib in the living room, and a loft for when the kid is old enough to sleep there. This can be had on Travel Trailers, 5th Wheels and Class As.
The big question is how will you travel. If you are constantly moving, Class As have a huge advantage because the suspension on the passenger area is the same as on the living area. I live in an older 5th Wheel, and the suspension on the trailer requires that I plan for how the trailer will ride when I move things. Sometimes that does not work (my last move cause the bottom to fall off one of my cabinets), but I move only a few times per year, so I plan for it.
(This YouTube video illustrates it well, but keep in mind their "before" is already upgraded: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knG7L7VTeeY ).
Also, a Class A/Toad is much more expensive to insure than a 5th Wheel/Truck, but with the price of trucks these days the truck payment (and day to day gas) may offset that savings.
Having said that my best advice is to look at buying used so that you can limit the loss if you buy the wrong RV and decide you want to get out of that. The biggest regret I see is when new RVers are forced to choose between taking a major loss to replace or living in a home they don't like.
No kids here, but been full timing for 7 yrs. Got a “new” 2008 trailer this year and it’s a 38’ fifth wheel (Raptor) toy hauler from a family with three kids (with another on the way!) We just have two dogs and work from home.
The garage is converted to main bedroom, the front (was) converted to bunk room - now our office, and the main living area is very comfy. They added sliding doors to separate the rooms. Plus a small bathtub is great for kids/pets.
It’s spacious imo, many NYC’ers visit and say it feels bigger than their apartments. I think the hardest thing is keeping it warm enough if planning on boondocking and not using a million gallons of propane. Otherwise we use electric when on shore power. High ceilings and garage doesn’t feel that well insulated. Plus having a truck as a vehicle is nice for pet/kid emergencies.
Best of luck! I know it’s not the “norm” 🙄 but I know SO many people who raise kids on the road their whole lives and the kids are usually mature, independent, and helpful.
A baby, a rv, moving ever few months, and working from the rv adds up to a nightmare in mind. If you are dead set I would look at something that is a bunkhouse so you have a second room to use as an office or baby room.
Yes that makes sense. It looks like fifth wheels have more options for a dedicated office space.
5th wheels have more room. Class A is easier to move. If you’re moving frequently I would go with the class A towing a small car. That’s what we did and we’re happy with it. Bunk house is key. We found one with a slide-out bunk room that folds up into a 2nd dinette. 31’ long, fits most places we want to go so far. Works very well for us. 5th wheel toy hauler would have a lot more space to convert to an office, but then you’re getting very big and very heavy.
Class A towing a small car also looks like a good set up! If I had the money to buy the class A I want with a still very reliable engine that’s what I’d do too 🤗
Agree. You will need to move around once camped, and that car will do fine. 5th wheel means your tow vehicle will be heavy duty, not really a daily driver or something you want to put miles on.
I daily drive my diesel and love it.
Damn a lot of people are giving you advice about everything except what you asked for. A fifth wheel is going to have the most space and possibly a washing machine which you'll probably want. I think you'll want the space, particular for some audio privacy.
I just bought a fifth wheel and it came with a washing machine and the privilege is BONKERS. I loooooove it!!!!!! So amazing.
😂 a washer and dryer were the first things we added to ours when we got it. 100% must have.
VERY tricky in the winter though. I’m in northern Canada!
I can imagine!! We try to stay further south. But Oklahoma in december/january was in the negatives for a few days so we just planned ahead. Also prepare for weather with skirting and heater under the rv as needed.
My kids are 3,6,&9. Weve been in our fifth wheel for 5 years so weve had kids in all stages of baby-hood in this camper. Instagram.com/lifewithpockets has photos of the adjustments weve made over the years to make this rv work with kids. We have a RoadWarrior 427. It has a big open living room and nice sized kitchen and the “garage” has a set of bunks in it with all the kids stuff. We went with this vs a bunk room because of the living room layout, we could fit a fullsize washer/gas dryer in the garage and it has the side porch for our german shepherd. We bought in 2018 and there are a few “better” options out now that we would consider if we had to replace it. Browse instagram for #fulltimefamilies you’ll get a better sense of actual families on the road and not just reddit opinions.
This should be at the top. These people have lived it. We've never full timed, but we have RVed on long trips with lots of kids and with babies. If I were going to full time a top priority would be space for the kids to sleep that is relatively private. This could be a bunk bed with curtain or doors, a separate room, an over cab for older kids, or anything else to seperate them from the main living area. Early on a pack in play may be your best bet so keep that in mind as well.
Class A are great for mobility but are higher cost per square feet of living area than travel trailer. Your better off with travel trailer. Fifth wheel models have great features, but tend to require larger capacity truck to move. What kind of vehicle do you have? A nice 1 ton club cab truck will cost more than your travel trailer. If you have a pickup, shop for something it can handle.
We are leaning more towards the fifth wheel. I currently have a F-350 diesel so we would not need to purchase a vehicle. It also seems the fifth wheels have more “rooms” where the Class A’s are just a big open space.
If you already have that truck, then get the 5th wheel, no contest.
We just pulled the trigger on a 41 foot Alliance Paradigm fifth wheel with a loft bed for my 4yo and a multi-purpose room that will be an office/bedroom for my 18mo when the time comes. We looked at everything and this really was the best fit for us. Meets our needs AND has the space to live full-time comfortably. Given the truck that you already have it’s a no-brainer. Get the fifth wheel. Safe journeys and see you out there!
I’ve seen people convert the back of it into a full room for a child. It’s pretty cool. I would love living in an RV with my daughter. Not sure why people are giving you a hard time. Obviously you’ll need a decently sized one. And if it doesn’t work out it’s not like you’re fully committed to it forever.
Hey! We have similar situations! My husband and I have been full time RVers for 8 years. We also have a dog and cat. We move every 4-6 months. I work out of the RV. We have loved it overall but it can be a lot of ups and downs. You have to be good at rolling with the punches. And there is definitely a learning curve at first. We have a 5th wheel. Montana 3721RL. 5th wheels give you more space and are less expensive than a Class A. Generally less maintenance costs also. But they require a larger and more expensive vehicle to tow with. You’ll likely need a one ton truck at minimum. Our floor plan has space for a full size washer/dryer which is hugely beneficial if you can get it. Combo units suck and going to a laundromat regularly is a pain. We also have a residential sized refrigerator, which again is so worth having. We’ve done a lot of customizing to make our RV work best for us. Lots of trial & error. Lots of learning, frequently the hard way. But we’re well seasoned in this lifestyle now and wouldn’t trade it. Let me know if I can answer any questions for you now or anytime in the future!
We’re on year 2. 8 years!!! Damn!!!
We have a Grand Design Reflection 311BHS and love it. We are getting ready to full time in it with our three year old. Send me a DM if you have any questions about it.
Me and my partner both work from the fifthwheel and have two dogs and a cat. If you get a fifth wheel in the 42 foot range with a midbunk you'll have ample room for a crib/baby room in the bunk room and you can have a desk in there. I currently have the desk in there with a couch and dog crate. You could remove the couch for crib space if needed. There's "tons" of room, especially if only one of you is working and needs desk space. Tons in air quotes of course cause it's all small still lol
Lol, I wish I could get you in contact with my sister. She and her husband had a baby in June and moved into an RV with their three Rottweilers when it was like 3 months old. She'd know but is pretty much unreachable at this point.
If you already have a capable truck, a fifth wheel is probably the best bang for your buck. The two things I'll say about the Class are: 1. If it's hissing it down with rain when you get to the campsite, you can just throw the sides out and sleep. If you, your better half, and your baby are in a 5th Wheel, you're all gonna get wet. 2. When it's time to reverse in, t'other half is going to be outside directing you, and your babe may be providing musical accompaniment. The class A may take you less time. Regardless, neither a fifth or A is a bad choice. Enjoy!
Similar situation for my family as we are gearing up to hit the road in the very near future with our two kiddos (4yo and 18mos). Wifey works remote and we also have a dog so getting the right model was super important. After doing a lot of research and going to see a bunch of different options (toy hauler, fifth wheel, class A, destination trailer, etc.) we decided on a fifth wheel with a midbunk. The midbunk room will be an office for the mrs to handle meetings in and a bedroom for my 18mo once we swap out the sofa for an ikea bed. The 4yo is getting the loft bed, or as he calls it, “his hidey hole”, which was also a huge deciding factor in going the fifth wheel route. I wanted my kids to love the layout as much as we did so the loft bed became a necessity. My number one recommendation is to try and get inside as many different styles and layouts as you can before making a decision. We were almost certain that a toy hauler was the best option but after comparing a few of them to the fifth wheels our tune changed pretty quickly. Layout is king so make sure it is the right one and works for you and your family no matter what. Best of luck, and get out there!
Thank you for all of this great advice! Would you mind sharing which make and model you went with?
No problem! After a lot of back and forth with multiple dealers we ended up pulling the trigger on a 2023 Alliance 390MP. We were very, VERY close to going with a Grand Design 378MBS (which we loved) but alas, no hidey hole, no deal. There are some differences between the two but nothing big enough, at least for us, to warrant giving up the loft bed for my little guy.
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Lol understandable. Yes we for sure are gonna need something that is a good size.
This could be an awesome experience. Tons of logistics and hurdles, but that is life. You haven't provided many details, and those details influence what is best. Assumptions: 2 years full time followed by sticks and bricks for school, 8 sites a year, full hookups, 5k+/month budget, ... Buy a gently used 5th wheel. This way you will not get killed on resale in 2 years. Go as big as you can. You are going to want the space. Dont worry about driving it and the truck to tow it. Instead, you can hire that part out. Local dealers can help you or you can just ask around at the RV park. Someone will be willing to do it for cheap. Buying a big truck, or a class A, to drive 1 day a month is not a good investment. This will also allow you to have two cars. This means one of you can be working at a coffee shop and the other can be on an adventure with the baby. If you need the space, and you probably will, you could use one car to pull a small cargo trailer. Fitting two cars, a 5th wheel and a trailer on your site will be tricky, but you could make it work. You could even fit the cargo trailer out as a 3 season office.
Whatever size/class you choose, good insulation is key, whether you plan to stay in warm areas or not, when it's Hot, it helps to keep the inside cool, and when it's not, keeping warm is important ! I've traveled and camped all My life, in everything from pup tents to family campers, weekends to seasonsl/permanent... get as much space as your budget, driving/towing skill and other allow. Slides are great, until they break, like most gadgets/extras... From experience, extra jacks/stands are a very good investment, especially with slides or longer rigs. Awnings are great for shade and outdoor space when it rains. Maintainence is crucial, especially full time ! Vent caps/covers are highly recommended !
My thoughts: this won't end well.
Have you considered how you will handle medical care for the baby? Typically they are seen multiple times in the first few years for checkups and so on, and it’s really best for the same people to be doing those as they develop an understanding of what is normal for your baby.
So this person is asking for specific RV advice and instead you offer parenting advice, assuming it’s something they haven’t thought of? Some people’s kids…. so rude 🤬
Lol you mfers are all toxic. Maybe they were speaking from firsthand experience!?? Ya know, maybe they were this person a few years ago and learned the hard way. No, they're just rude cunts apparently 🤷
This is Reddit, and more specifically an RV specific sub, not a parenting advice one. There are LOADS of subs for parenting advice, including parenting while travelling… as travel with youngins is common. Staying on topic is a skill learned both in general life and in higher education. Calling people “cunts” is a special skill. Have a deserved day 🙏
And that's an excuse to be a cunt? Ignore it. Maybe they had good intentions and are from somewhere that advice like that is normal in their culture cause it is, shocker, the internet 🤯
Yes. The internet is an amazing place.
Yes, it is. I don't just have to listen to the local idiots anymore. Now I get you and all the rest chiming in too 🥰
Love it ☺️ Have a very Texan day 🤗
Lol I wasn’t gonna say it so thank you.
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That’s awesome. I appreciate the positive comment. My wife and are are very outdoorsy type people and we have taken our 10 month old daughter on multiple trips already. We understand full time RV’ing is not for everyone but we do not want to have regrets when we are older. Good luck with the new pup!
So no, you haven’t.
They are asking for specific *full time* RV advice and things like medical care are major full time RV issues. Given the sheer number of people who post here who are completely clueless about any of the practical difficulties, I am not willing to assume that some random person has done their due diligence thinking about the practical details when the person who suffers most if they have not is an innocent child who has no say in being dragged around the country.
Don’t listen to these people 👇. OP is like oh we are outdoorsy people blah blah… when you have a child it’s about them going forward till you die. Not about what you want for yourself.
Are you implying the child’s life will be worse living in an RV when they are young?
Since you asked me directly. The answer is YES. Specially as young as your kid is. It’s not always about fun and seeking out new things. Kids need care…. Extremes care. They are too young, little to no immunity against anything. They need constant vigilance. They need space, quietness and so does the parent. They need tons and tons of things… clothes and feed etc. They need regular doctors visits. YOU both need to be rested enough to take care of a kid…. Specially when (not if) the kid is now well…. And they are not well all the time until they are past 2-3 years. RV maintenance and upkeep and a truck will take away time from both of that NO parent has. I have a class C and two toddlers so I am not talking out of my arse. But you do what you do. My response was to a concerned parent alerting you of the need of critical medical care and people were calling then “rude”.
Yes. Young babies have significant needs that will be difficult to meet in a full time RV lifestyle.
Not going to lie, this idea sounds like my absolute worse nightmare. Uffda
None. You cannot safely or legally have a carseat in an RV
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Read any carseat manual.. ANY of them
Think about floor plan, rent, rent, rent and then you will know. We used outdoorsy and while some money and out of the way, it etted us a great fit.
IMO Minimum length Trailer or living space should be 24 feet. Thats the right weight, and usually has separate bedroom area. U will need a space to have a play pin.
I work from a camper frequently. Almost everywhere we went was an internet issue even with unlimited hot spots, it wasn't enough connectivity. Just something to think about and plan for.
The best RV to live in with a baby is more about the layout than the class. For example, (I don't have kids but,) I would suggest something with a room that can be turned into an office, a place to put the baby's crib in the living room, and a loft for when the kid is old enough to sleep there. This can be had on Travel Trailers, 5th Wheels and Class As. The big question is how will you travel. If you are constantly moving, Class As have a huge advantage because the suspension on the passenger area is the same as on the living area. I live in an older 5th Wheel, and the suspension on the trailer requires that I plan for how the trailer will ride when I move things. Sometimes that does not work (my last move cause the bottom to fall off one of my cabinets), but I move only a few times per year, so I plan for it. (This YouTube video illustrates it well, but keep in mind their "before" is already upgraded: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knG7L7VTeeY ). Also, a Class A/Toad is much more expensive to insure than a 5th Wheel/Truck, but with the price of trucks these days the truck payment (and day to day gas) may offset that savings. Having said that my best advice is to look at buying used so that you can limit the loss if you buy the wrong RV and decide you want to get out of that. The biggest regret I see is when new RVers are forced to choose between taking a major loss to replace or living in a home they don't like.
No kids here, but been full timing for 7 yrs. Got a “new” 2008 trailer this year and it’s a 38’ fifth wheel (Raptor) toy hauler from a family with three kids (with another on the way!) We just have two dogs and work from home. The garage is converted to main bedroom, the front (was) converted to bunk room - now our office, and the main living area is very comfy. They added sliding doors to separate the rooms. Plus a small bathtub is great for kids/pets. It’s spacious imo, many NYC’ers visit and say it feels bigger than their apartments. I think the hardest thing is keeping it warm enough if planning on boondocking and not using a million gallons of propane. Otherwise we use electric when on shore power. High ceilings and garage doesn’t feel that well insulated. Plus having a truck as a vehicle is nice for pet/kid emergencies. Best of luck! I know it’s not the “norm” 🙄 but I know SO many people who raise kids on the road their whole lives and the kids are usually mature, independent, and helpful.