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tender_hea
trying to find a travel system for first baby-- can't figure out what to get. Graco, evenflo, safety first? any help is appreciated. needing one that can recline and is easy to get into a compact car. ANY IDEAS?
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I'm pretty happy with my Graco travel system, but this particular stroller is a bit bulky when folded.
Go online to Target, Wal-mart, etc or another place you can buy travel systems and read the reviews! It helped really me when I was trying to find one.
Here's the one I got: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Graco-FlipIt-Travel-System-Emery/13060515
It says it's not sold in stores but the Wal-mart in my area had it on clearance for $80! Ridiculous! There's nothing wrong with the travel system though..they were just clearing out and rearranging the store.
I'm pretty happy with my Graco travel system, but this particular stroller is a bit bulky when folded.
Go online to Target, Wal-mart, etc or another place you can buy travel systems and read the reviews! It helped really me when I was trying to find one.
Here's the one I got: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Graco-FlipIt-Travel-System-Emery/13060515
It says it's not sold in stores but the Wal-mart in my area had it on clearance for $80! Ridiculous! There's nothing wrong with the travel system though..they were just clearing out and rearranging the store.
Recent mommies: what are the best baby slings, all in one strollers, and baby bath tubs/showers?
Adje J
I'm going to be a new mommy in March. My hubby and I are trying to finish up our registry, but can't seem to decide on a few last items. Any recent mommies out there have some recommendations on these items: baby slings (comfortable, easy to use preferably), a stroller that also has the baby carrier and car seat holder, and the easiest to use baby bath tub/shower center?
Thanks for the input!! :)
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Slings- I can't recommend one brand because every mom is different and every baby is different.
I would NOT recommend a travel system. Most babies outgrow the carseat very quickly, and if they don't outgrow it, they are too heavy to lug around. Plus, with a baby being born in March, it'll be awfully warm to have your baby in the car seat in the stroller during the summer. I'd get a Graco infant seat and then get a really good stroller. Peg Perego infant seats are good, as are Chicco and Britax. I'd steer clear of Evenflo, Safety 1st, and Cosco (including Eddie Bauer) because they're junk. Some strollers come with infant seat attachments, but I do not recommend a Graco stroller. They're bulky and become squeaky pretty quickly. I am in love with my Maclaren stroller. They're pricey but last FOREVER (we're talking used daily with multiple kids) and still looks new after several years. The Maclaren link I gave you comes with an infant seat attachment if you really want a travel system feel to your stroller. You also can't go wrong with a Peg Perego. I'd try to find something small and compact so it doesn't take up a ton of room at home or in the car. Here are some strollers that I have used and like and they have good reviews, too!
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3572977
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3446845
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3458517
As for a baby tub--just get your basic plastic tub. You don't want one with a mesh liner because it is just a breeding ground for mold and bacteria.
EDIT: The Bugaboo stroller is fantastic--it's my favorite, but it's SO expensive. If you have a higher budget, the Uppa Baby is a close second, but still double the cost of the Maclaren.
If you get a carseat with a 30 lb weight limit, it won't fit in the seat part of the shopping cart and you'll have to use the entire basket which kind of defeats the purpose.
Also, don't get a head support insert or anything that doesn't come with the seat--just roll up a receiving blanket and place around baby once baby's in the car seat. It's never safe to put anything between baby and the seat itself because it can interfere with the seat in a crash.
Slings- I can't recommend one brand because every mom is different and every baby is different.
I would NOT recommend a travel system. Most babies outgrow the carseat very quickly, and if they don't outgrow it, they are too heavy to lug around. Plus, with a baby being born in March, it'll be awfully warm to have your baby in the car seat in the stroller during the summer. I'd get a Graco infant seat and then get a really good stroller. Peg Perego infant seats are good, as are Chicco and Britax. I'd steer clear of Evenflo, Safety 1st, and Cosco (including Eddie Bauer) because they're junk. Some strollers come with infant seat attachments, but I do not recommend a Graco stroller. They're bulky and become squeaky pretty quickly. I am in love with my Maclaren stroller. They're pricey but last FOREVER (we're talking used daily with multiple kids) and still looks new after several years. The Maclaren link I gave you comes with an infant seat attachment if you really want a travel system feel to your stroller. You also can't go wrong with a Peg Perego. I'd try to find something small and compact so it doesn't take up a ton of room at home or in the car. Here are some strollers that I have used and like and they have good reviews, too!
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3572977
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3446845
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3458517
As for a baby tub--just get your basic plastic tub. You don't want one with a mesh liner because it is just a breeding ground for mold and bacteria.
EDIT: The Bugaboo stroller is fantastic--it's my favorite, but it's SO expensive. If you have a higher budget, the Uppa Baby is a close second, but still double the cost of the Maclaren.
If you get a carseat with a 30 lb weight limit, it won't fit in the seat part of the shopping cart and you'll have to use the entire basket which kind of defeats the purpose.
Also, don't get a head support insert or anything that doesn't come with the seat--just roll up a receiving blanket and place around baby once baby's in the car seat. It's never safe to put anything between baby and the seat itself because it can interfere with the seat in a crash.
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