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bunny
I was sold on getting a graco travel system but my friend insists a peg perego one is worth it. Just want to know what you think, it just seems like its way too much money (but then again, it might be really good)! Money i may spend on other baby stuff. What strollers do you recommend and why?
Thanks everyone!!!
Answer
Hey Bunny! The Graco is nice. The Peg Perego is also very nice. Kind of similar to buying cars, ie a Toyota vs a Lexus. (Sort of). I think that the best advice I could give you is to think about when/where you will use it. I live in the sticks, and primarily use mine for the Mall, brief walks, as well as special outdoor events. Other than that, we used to carry (sling, backpack, etc). My son is 2 now, and I can hardly keep him in it. My daughter who is 7 would still ride if we let her (LOL).
I found that investing in a stroller that isn't gi-normous, but has the durability of a larger stroller was key for me and my needs.
Basically I went on the hunt for a really "suped up" umbrella stroller. I found the Combi and although it's exactly what I was looking for, it did have some limitations: I had to buy an extra cup holder, it wasn't meant for teeny tiny infants (again I wore mine), and the basket underneath is too small to my liking. Mine was easier to schlepp in and out of the car with a baby in arm, etc. Plus my car didn't have the storage space for a stroller system.
Now if you live in the city and plan on using it everyday, all the time, definitely invest in a sturdier, bigger model. Especially if you plan on walking with the baby in the stroller a lot.
Try and pick a model that will grow with you child, so you don't have to buy another one later.
I will say that I LOVED the Snugride carseat (even though we used it for only 4 months) it was a lifesaver when my son had GERD, and he used to sleep well in it!
BTW, if you can still find them, Britax made carseats for Fisher Price at a fraction of the sticker price. (I last saw it on Albeebaby.com, you may only find them in secondary markets now- such as ebay and amazon)
Good luck...
Boy or girl?????
:)
Hey Bunny! The Graco is nice. The Peg Perego is also very nice. Kind of similar to buying cars, ie a Toyota vs a Lexus. (Sort of). I think that the best advice I could give you is to think about when/where you will use it. I live in the sticks, and primarily use mine for the Mall, brief walks, as well as special outdoor events. Other than that, we used to carry (sling, backpack, etc). My son is 2 now, and I can hardly keep him in it. My daughter who is 7 would still ride if we let her (LOL).
I found that investing in a stroller that isn't gi-normous, but has the durability of a larger stroller was key for me and my needs.
Basically I went on the hunt for a really "suped up" umbrella stroller. I found the Combi and although it's exactly what I was looking for, it did have some limitations: I had to buy an extra cup holder, it wasn't meant for teeny tiny infants (again I wore mine), and the basket underneath is too small to my liking. Mine was easier to schlepp in and out of the car with a baby in arm, etc. Plus my car didn't have the storage space for a stroller system.
Now if you live in the city and plan on using it everyday, all the time, definitely invest in a sturdier, bigger model. Especially if you plan on walking with the baby in the stroller a lot.
Try and pick a model that will grow with you child, so you don't have to buy another one later.
I will say that I LOVED the Snugride carseat (even though we used it for only 4 months) it was a lifesaver when my son had GERD, and he used to sleep well in it!
BTW, if you can still find them, Britax made carseats for Fisher Price at a fraction of the sticker price. (I last saw it on Albeebaby.com, you may only find them in secondary markets now- such as ebay and amazon)
Good luck...
Boy or girl?????
:)
Ergo baby carrier vs. babyhawk mei tai?
Anna
I don't really like the backpack look of the ergo, and the mei tai looks more appealing to me, which one is more comfortable? do you recommend one over the other?
thanks
Answer
Ooh - tricky one! Some mums like one or other, some like either.
I like the Ergo because the buckles make it quick to put on, no long straps to drag on wet winter ground while tying (though tucking straps MT straps into your belt works while putting it on), padded waist helps transfer weight onto the hips so likely to be able to carry for longer (eg. 3-4 years old).
Babyhawk - lots of colourful options, more curvy mums often find them more comfotable with no buckles to dig into large boobs, pack up smaller due to less rigis waist.
Resale value is great on both slings so if you feel you've gone with the wrong one you'll recoup your money OK.
Perhaps check out if you have any sling enthusiasts locally so you can try them both on, or maybe a local sling lending library to try before you buy. Check out the link - might ne of help - certainly reviews somewhere on the site.
Ooh - tricky one! Some mums like one or other, some like either.
I like the Ergo because the buckles make it quick to put on, no long straps to drag on wet winter ground while tying (though tucking straps MT straps into your belt works while putting it on), padded waist helps transfer weight onto the hips so likely to be able to carry for longer (eg. 3-4 years old).
Babyhawk - lots of colourful options, more curvy mums often find them more comfotable with no buckles to dig into large boobs, pack up smaller due to less rigis waist.
Resale value is great on both slings so if you feel you've gone with the wrong one you'll recoup your money OK.
Perhaps check out if you have any sling enthusiasts locally so you can try them both on, or maybe a local sling lending library to try before you buy. Check out the link - might ne of help - certainly reviews somewhere on the site.
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