what type of stroller travel system is best?

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 just got the Eddie Bauer Travel System...any reviews?

CLK8

Before I decide to keep it... anyone know anything about it's safety or do you have it? I can't find any reviews.

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It depends which model you have. They make a lot of different kind of travel system with different features.

These might help:

http://www.epinions.com/pr-Eddie_Bauer_Aluminum_Travel_System_01-754-HML/display_~reviews

http://www.epinions.com/Eddie_Bauer_Lightweight_Travel_System_01_750_AFD_Stroller/display_~reviews

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/customer-reviews/B0009HLSSM/ref=cm_cr_dp_pt/104-8408705-3702361?ie=UTF8&n=165796011&s=baby-products#customerReviews

http://www.shopping.com/xPW-Eddie-Bauer-Aluminum-Travel-System-01-754-HML

Good luck

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Travel system? Stroller? Car seat? Convertable car seat??? Help!?

Q. My husband and I are overwhelmed with choices. We are both graduate students and expecting our first baby in August. We need a stroller and we need a car seat, but we are puzzled. Is the travel system a must have item? Can we just buy a stroller and a convertable car seat? Do we have to bring a car seat in the hospital when the baby is born? Then, does it have to be a car seat for babies or we can use a convertable car seat? I hope I'm making sense. :) Thank you so much for your help!!!

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First off let me say go with GRACO no matter which type of carseat u choose!!! They have a great selection, super safety ratings, and nice prices!

I always had the infant seats for my babies because u can take them out and into stores or any other place u need to go. U can set them down and have both hands free, plus u can move the baby without waking them! As far as travel systems you can get the set if u really like the pattern and save a little money too. U dnt have to buy a travel system though just get a car seat now cause u DO need one to leave the hospital (convertable or infant it dsnt matter). U can always get a stroller later.

Convertable car seats are nice but just don't offer the versitility that the infant seats do, plus when u take the baby out of the car you'll have to hold her because u have no where to set her. U can use the infant seats on store carts but their not the cleanest and sometimes the don't even have them! U could get the infant carrier and use it until the babys around 10 or 11 months then switch to a convertable one, just make sure u keep it facing the rear until ur little one is a year old.

Good luck with ur new baby!!! If go to gracobaby.com ull find all the info that u need, that's where I got mine!

Are travel systems worth the money?

Q. I am due April 3rd, with my first child. I do not go out often now. I doubt that I'll go out more after the baby is born... :) Anyway, I was wondering if the travel systems are worth it, or if there's something else that would be better. Any advise would be appreciated.
Thanks!

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You'll need a car seat and a stroller, but if you're going to spend the money, just get a really good car seat that will last. Get a Britax Marathon or a Sunshine Kids Radian 65 or 80. These will hold your child in the rear facing position (safest position) in a 5 pt harness (safest harness on the market) until 33 or 35 lbs, respectively. Then, it flips around to be a forward facing seat using a 5 pt harness until 65 or 80 lbs respectively. It'll save you a lot of hassle in the long run and you'll only need to purchase 1 seat for your child instead of 3.
Infant--Graco Snugride $80
Convertible: Graco Comfort Sport- $80
Booster--Graco Turbo Booster-$40

So, that is 200 dollars for seats that are not top of the line and top safety rated. In fact, boosters do little to save your child in a crash, yet kids as young as 3 yrs and 30 lbs are approved in many states to use them. You couldn't pay me to put a 3 yr old in one.

1 convertible for 65-80 lbs
Marathon: $270
Radian 80-$280
Both get top safety ratings and are the best on the market

I don't tend to like Graco or Evenflo strollers or car seats. Plenty of moms will say to buy Graco because they get good safety ratings, so I'll probably get a thumbs down. I will agree, that they do get good safety ratings for their price bracket. However, if safety is important, it's worth it to spend some extra money to insure your child's safety. In terms of car seat purchases and being safest here is the breakdown of brands from lowest quality to highest:
Safety 1st
Cosco (Jeep is Cosco)
Evenflo
Graco
Baby Trend
Chicco
Peg Perego
Mia Moda
Britax
The above is for infant seats.

Evenflo and Graco strollers tend to be squeaky and bulky. They have a lot of perks like cupholders, snack holders, big storage baskets, and if that's important to you, then go with one. Personally, I like strollers that are lightweight and easy to push. I love the Skate and Pilko by Peg Perego, the Britax Vigour looks amazing--I've never used it, although people who do use it swear by it.

I have never found moving a baby from car to stroller to be a major issue, as the car seats don't really get a lot of air flow through the plastic, so if it's summer and hot outside, your baby will be sweating like crazy if sitting in a car seat in a stroller. I'd rather have the baby be more comfy in the stroller. If you want stroller suggestions, feel free to email me!

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Taking my truck on a 2,000 mile trip?

I'm making a round trip that's gonna add up to about 2,000 miles and I'm taking my 93 Explorer, it's only got 53K Miles on it and seems to be running fine. What all should I check to make sure it won't break down on the way? I won't have a ton of money on me to get it fixed if anything goes wrong.
Jesse, are they free? And do you think they'd lie to me like alot of car places do so they can get $$$? lol

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Lets start with MY Car Travel Checklist:

1. Planning your road trip close to the summer months is nice, but if you're going during July and August, be prepared for crowds at the national parks and other popular destinations and make your reservations early. Camping Check List
2. Service your car and have a mechanic ok your car for the long trip.
3. Bring tools, extra fan belt, quart of oil, gallon of water, Hand Wipes, flash light, tire pressure gauge (check tire pressure often), car manual, garbage bags, tire chains if expecting snow, matches, can opener, pillows, babies special items, Vector Power Inverter, cooler & picnic items. Picnic Tips Picnic Supplies Folding Table & Folding Chairs
4. Check your spare tire and make sure you use your car jack to make sure it works & if all the cars tires can be removed.
5. Have a Road Emergency Kit with jumper cables and a gas can. Survival Books
6. Each person should have there own set of car keys. Don't forget a Portable First Aid Kit, and some Sun Screen & Lip Balm.
7. Buy a Rand McNally 2010 The Road Atlas and maybe buy Driving Software to find campgrounds and points of interest along your chosen route. Try a Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Automobile Navigator but also have maps just in case the GPS stops working but also to verify the routes your taking because GPS systems are not perfect.
8. Find out if there are any special events happening along your route that you might want to see or avoid. News Papers Events
9. American Automobile Association (AAA) is a good place for resources. If you become a member you might be able to get some discounts at certain places. Automobile driving links to check for road closures and safety tips
10. Make reservations to campgrounds or Hotels if needed.
11. Make a list of things and gear that you might need. Recommended Gear.
12. A few days before you leave, pack your car with all your gear to see if everything will fit.
13. Follow the rules and regulations of the places you are visiting and always be nice to the small town locals.
14. Make a Travel Check List.
15. Cell Phone & charge cord. Check with your cell phone provider to see if you have coverage in the places you are visiting. Write down and input emergency phone #s into your cell phone of the places you're visiting, hotel phone #, tour group phone #, car rental phone # & the airlines 800 # in case of flight changes, embassies, police, hospitals & your doctor to name a few.
Travel Cell Phones and GPS Rentals Wireless solutions for over seas
16. Leave plenty of extra time on your trip to be spontaneous. Try to avoid driving in congested areas during rush hour traffic.
17. Driving long distances is tiring so take breaks and share the driving. Also bring things to entertain yourselves, like music, games, toys for kids and a journal to write about your trip. Bring a camera too.
18. Bring your sense of humor and be prepared to get under each others skin because not sleeping good, not eating good and being out of your comfort zone makes everyone a little more susceptible to irritations from travel mates. So be aware that this is usually unavoidable even on short trips. Talk about these moments before you leave. Stay safe and stay in control. Enjoy.

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Home networking guide for gaming please help.?

Q. I am looking for a guide to setup an awesome home network for my house and I am also an avid online gamer. I just bought a house and I want to do it right with the fastest speeds I can get. I am not extremely tech savvy but I know the basics. If anyone can please help or point me in the right direction I would appreciate it. thanks!

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For serious gaming or video streaming your best bet is a direct Ethernet connection. Ethernet is unaffected by wireless interference and will give you a rock solid, stable network connection.

Wireless connections are not good for systems used for online gaming. Wireless signals are affected by many factors including distance, wall density, electrical interference, directional antenna range, etc.

By nature, interference in wireless systems causes problems with smooth, consistent speeds. Your latency (ping) may be 30 ms and wireless interference could cause it to spike to 200 ms or more.

For online gaming low latency is very important.

Latency is the delay (ping time) in milliseconds that it takes the signal to travel to the server and back. The lower the number the better, but you'll definitely want a ping time of under 120 ms or you'll have major problems. Ideally you want less than 80 ms ping to the gaming server.

Ping time depends on distance and number of connections. Your connection may have to be routed through 15 or 20 hops (different locations) to reach the gaming server.

That being said,

What you really need is a fast, low latency Internet provider (ISP).

Depending on what types of Internet services are available in your area, a fast cable or fiber plan would be my first choice.

Your Internet bandwidth is shared among all of the users of your LAN. So any bandwidth others are using will be deducted from the total WAN (Internet) bandwidth that is available to you.

In simple terms, the more users you have the more speed will be required. Streaming video, such as Netflix and Hulu require a lot of bandwidth. Here are the minimum recommendations from Netflix. https://support.netflix.com/en/node/306

It does little good to have a super fast home network connected to a slow Internet connection.

Remember, A super fast wireless router or Ethernet connection does not make your Internet faster.

A router connects two separate networks and manages the traffic between them.

The router connects your local group of computers and devices known as the LAN with the Internet, commonly called the WAN or Wide Area Network.

WAN (Internet) speed is determined by your ISP and is measured in Mbps.

For example, If you pay for a 3 Mbps Internet connection, you will get 3 Mbps.

No router, WiFi or Ethernet connection will change your 3 Mbps Internet speed. This connection bandwidth is shared by your entire LAN via your router.

If you have a 3 Mbps Internet plan and one user is utilizing 2.5 Mbps of the bandwidth to stream a Netflix movie that only leaves 0.5 Mbps for all of the rest of the users on the LAN.

Fast wireless routers and connections are designed to stream large files on your LAN quickly. The high speed routers permit fast transfer of files between devices connected to your LAN, however WAN speed is still limited by your ISP. The only way to Improve your Internet speed is to upgrade your plan or switch to a faster ISP.

Dual band routers have multiple wireless radios enabling broadcast on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands simultaneously. Using the 5 GHz band cuts down on interference from cordless phones and microwave ovens.. Not all devices can use the 5 GHz frequency. Many laptops and other devices only operate at 2.4 GHz. Thus the need for dual band routers.

You should try to centrally locate your wireless router or gateway up high and away from dense walls and electrical and 2.4 GHz wireless interference such as microwave ovens, cordless phones, baby monitors, etc.

Wireless routers are fairly inexpensive. http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=wireless%20router&url=search-alias%3Daps&sprefix=wireless%20ro%2Caps%2C490&tag=excharge-20

I run a ISP review site and blog, a couple of popular high power routers that my visitors have recommended are,

ASUS RT-N66U Dual-Band Wireless-N900 Gigabit Router - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006QB1RPY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B006QB1RPY&linkCode=as2&tag=excharge-20

The Amped Line which includes Wireless routers, wireless extenders, and wireless access points. http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-brandtextbin=Amped%20Wireless&linkCode=ur2&node=172282&tag=excharge-20

As far as the brand goes, the brand is not as important as the model. Some manufacturers release a good model but the next is crap. I would look at the Amazon reviews of models that interest you. Even if you don't buy from Amazon the reviews will tell you a lot about which models to avoid. Look for at least 15 or more reviews with a 4 star or better rating. Read a few and see if they sound like the particular model will work for your application.

Good Luck...

Baby Shower and Registry question?

Q. I have a baby registry and pretty much everything in there is the cheapest I can find from $7 to $30. I probably wont know some of the people invited, so should I let them know I am registered or just my family and friends? What if I send out the invites to everyone with a small note that says:
"Gifts not required. However, if you feel so inclined and need an idea feel free to visit our registry at Walmart" or something like, "Gifts not required, but if you want to get one and need some ideas check out our registry at Walmart"
And the registry would say, "Thank you for taking the time to visit our registry. Please don't feel obligated to get anything as your presence is the best gift" Or any combination of the 3.
I don't want to sound like I don't want anything but I also don't want to come off as tacky or greedy. Also, what should I add to the registry or not add to the registry. Thanks in advance.
Im not throwing my baby shower, Im just doing the invitations.

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When you registered they should have given you registry card. You include those in your invites. So people know where you are registered. Some people will buy you things that aren't on your registry, but most people buy you what's on there. I wouldn't put a note on the inside that says anything about gift not required. A baby shower is meant for people to buy the new expecting parents what they need for the baby. People realized that. If they don't want to buy you something, they won't. I added everything to my registry. Just in case someone wanted to buy it for me, you never know. Like, my grandma and 2 great aunts are going in of the bedding together (that was $180.00). Plus, at Babies R Us, whatever you don't get off your registry close to your due date, you get a 1 time 15% off. So I did everything, in case someone doesn't get me the more expensive things, most likely won't, but then I can get it cheaper. I added diapers, wipes, bedding, sheets, plain white onesies, a few toys, pack and play, travel system, bouncy seat, swing, all the decor for the room, mattress, bibs, bottles, bath stuff (baby tub, shampoo, first aid kit, thermometer), baby monitor, everything. A place like Babies R Us, gives you a guide to what you should register for (you can get the list online). They told me register for 3-5 gifts per person invited. Hope I helped! My shower is this weekend!

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where can i find baby bedding and a travel system stroller for under 200.00?

Q. i cant find anything in my price range

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I bought my daughters bedding for $30 at a consignment store! :D. Walmart has some bedding sets under $200. Try once upon a child, thrift stores, and yard sales. You can buy carseats used to, you just need to read the date on the side sticker. Carseats are only good for 6yrs. Dumb I know.

Where can I find car seat/stroller travel systems for girls that are NOT pink and under $200?

highgoals2

Where can I find car seat/stroller travel systems for girls that are NOT pink and under $200?
I live in northern Indiana. I can order online (for stores that offer online purchases)

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Things to consider. Why? I mean, except for transporting your baby in the car, a car seat should not be used for things like riding in the stroller, or on shopping carts, or things like that. It comes from the studies done in the last year or so that shows that a baby left to sleep or sit in an inclined position for too long can get into an oxygen lowered state. Ie, it's not good for them to be in an inclined position like a car seat for longer than 2 hours full in a day, until they're older than about 6 months old.

Now, since recalls done on strollers are far less than recalls done on car seats, you can get the stroller from someone selling second-hand (just doublecheck recall lists) and get a better car seat. The Chicco brand stroller, for instance, lays flat, making it usable from newborn on up. :) On Ebay, I can see a few for under $100 (make sure they say fully reclining.) I'm sure you could find some at Craigslist as well. :) Otherwise, you could consider using a baby chest carrier for the first few months until your baby is old enough (3-6 months) to sit at a slight incline, then you can get a stroller that nearly reclines all the way.

If you do that, my favorite travel system is the Baby Trend, at least to recommend to people. It's under $200, the car seat is one of the top safety rated (though the buckles are a pain in the neck I'll warn you now), and the stroller is a jogger that you can use as a stroller. I LOVE ours. They recline far enough back for about 2+months, so I wouldn't put a newborn in it, but if you can last the 2 months then it lasts to 40lbs. Only negative is that the basket is only rated to carry 5lbs, so you can't bring a huge diaper bag with you (or if you do you have to carry it.)

Shoot though. If you're dead set on a travel system, you can always find someone selling the stroller that goes with a travel system, buy that for a cheaper price, and then use the rest of the money to get the car seat, and get it cheaper that way. But I'm not a fan of travel systems. To me it seems like it ropes folks into thinking a baby should sleep in the car seat and it's just not safe.
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If you sold your used Travel System how much did you charge?

Q. I am selling my Baby Trend Gabriella travel system. This thing was expensive! We bought it new and its in great condition but it is used. So we paid nearly $400 for the set! I was thinking $75? It this reasonable?

Thanks!
I must add its in perfect condition. I washed the pads and wiped it down. There isnt a mark or stain on it!

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When selling my no longer wanted, used items. I tend to divide the new retail price in half, and then move it up or down according to condition.

$75 is a steal, but you don't want to go too much higher, as those looking for used, will buy a cheaper system brand new, rather than pay more for a pricier used model.

I'd probably list it around $125, as it's worth more than $75, but I'm just not certain you could get the full $200 for it, when you can buy a cheaper set up, brand new for under $200.

Baby jogging stroller suggestions?

tampopo

I am a first time mom. I like to run and be active, so I want to get a stroller that accommodates newborn/infant/toddler (to save money) that I can jog with.
Do I need a head support for newborn/infant? Or would I have to get a set that goes with a carseat for newborns (will they be supported enough just with a head support?
Pricewise I am looking to spend about $200..

I was looking at "Baby Trend Expedition LX Jogging Stroller - Gracie" at babies r us but wasn't sure if that would be ok for newborn..?

I'm so lost, I need help!!

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Hi and Congratulations on your upcoming birth! I hope I can help you out getting the best stroller for your active lifestyle.

The Baby Trend Expedition LX is a good choice for all you mentioned. It can take a car seat as well when your baby is under six months old.

I do, however, want to emphasize that you should not jog with a baby until they have full head and neck control, which is a minimum of 6, preferably 8 months of age.

With that said, I'd like to suggest another stroller in your price range that is well within your budget: an InStep Safari or Grand Safari.

InStep Safari strollers are compatible with major brands of infant car seats, such as Chicco, Graco and Baby Trend, so you can turn this into a travel system.

The InStep official website has the Safari listed at a suggested retail price of $129.99 and the Grand Safari is $169.99.

Take a look at the link below that gives you a full review and accurate information about each Safari model with all the features you get, photos and testimonials, as well as where to find the best price.

I hope that this helps you in your search. Carefully compare the Safari with the Baby Trend Expedition - both are excellent choices.

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Neutral bedding/travel system that goes together?

Mom of 7 b

I am expecting twins in about 4 months, and we need to start getting ready for the babies. We have decided that we are not going to find out the sex of the babies. We are wanting neutral bedding. I have looked online at Babies R Us, and can not find anything that has the same bedding and travel system strollers that go together. I would really appreciate it if you would help me on this.

Thanks so much!
I care because people that I know will probably go into the babies nursery and then ask me why I don't have a same travel system to match it! I'm not the one who is picky, it is my husband who is...

Please no more rude comments!

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LOL..I second Mystic!!

Why in the world do you care if the bedding and travel system matches??

"I care because people that I know will probably go into the babies nursery and then ask me why I don't have a same travel system to match it!" WTF?? What kind of friends do you have?? Nobody cares! I sure as heck didn't ask my friends why the nursery didn't match the stroller!

I honestly don't think that they make bedding that matches
strollers.

How in the world are you having twins in 4 months? That means you are 5 months pregnant. Looking at your previous questions, you were due with your 3rd on 8-20-08. Which is only 4 months ago. 4 months + 4 months=8 months. Last I checked pregnancies last 9 months +. You must have gotten pregnant in the hospital while delivering your 3rd child.
I smell a troll....

Twins......stroller help?

Q. I am looking for a double stroller travel system for twins. Do they make the double stroller that fits both car seat carriers at the same time? I have been looking every where for one that does that and all I can find is the kind the only fits in front not back.

Does anyone know if the car seat on a double stroller fits in the front and back?

I hope I explained correctly.

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Hi I'm a mim if twin girls 6mos old and I have the baby trend snap and go and it adjust to almost any car seat and two car seats fit at one time it is so light weight and durable i call it the cadillac of strollers and I would be lost without it steers really good cause i'm a pretty bad driver but this does it with ease and it fold up easily to.I love like i said I'd be lost w/out it. I bought it online at target you most likely will have to by online cause most stores only carry the one for one car seat. but i paid $100 and got free shipping. so happy hunting hope i helped.its not side x side if thats what u wanted.

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Australian or NZ mothers, need advice on capsule/pram combos?

Sarah T

We are expecting for the second time around, and this time we would like to invest in a travel system, as last time around we were forever waking our little man taking him out of his car seat.

Our first pram failed us miserable by FOLDING UP! when we were walking our son and hit a crack in the footpath, the pram was proven faulty and we got our money back, but used the money to buy a 6 month + stroller (as he was 5.5 months at the time of the incident, we didn't feel the need for another pram.)

I was just wondering what are some suggestions available in Australia ( I say NZ too, because we have relatively similar stock across the board)

We were thinking the SteelCraft Strider Plus, but they are coming a bit hard to come by, we went to Baby Bunting to look at one the other day, and I was practically pushed out of the way, just so someone could swipe the last one! We do have few options to get this pram if we wish, but I just wanted to know what sort of other options there are.

Money isn't a huge issue (Don't get me wrong, we are FAR from 'well off' but after TTC for so long, we were able to save enough to get a nice little nest egg) although if I'm being honest, I'm still a tightward at heart, and usually end up opting for the cheaper option lol.

We arent huge fans of the SteelCraft cruiser system...was a little bit strange to us!!

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The Steelcraft travel systems are all very similar- the reason the strider plus is such a big thing is because it has the extra seat available so that you can put a second child underneath.

Another option is the Hipod travel system available from Target (colorado pram or aspen stroller and delta capsule)
Safety First has a nice travel system, but if you can't find one of the pram frames (you have to buy the seats and capsule separate) there are other options for using a safety first capsule.
Valco does a travel system in combination with Safety First- you buy the pram, capsule and have to get a travel system adaptor kit.

I would actually go with the Safety First or Valco System- the reason being is that the capsule has a upper weight limit of a full three kilograms higher than the steelcraft ones. The Hipod System is a good cheap one too and like the safety first and valco systems the capsule is rated to 12kg.

The easiest to buy is actually the Hipod system as nearly ALL target stores stock it.
The Valco offers the most choice with pram styles- most of the more expensive Valco prams can have the Safety first seat attached to them.
I'll provide a couple of links so that you can look over my thoughts on travel systems- one of them will be my favourite store for baby stuff.
I've also noticed as I added the links- the store now has several other travel systems in- the phil and ted one has all the features of the strider and a better reputation to boot.

TRAVEL HELP! doing it Solo! NEED ANSWERS!?

Q. I have a 16month son and 3month old daughter.
I am flying to Australia soon from NZ i was wondering if there are any mothers out there that have been in this situtation. That has doen it solo.

Any tips. Or advise . PLEASE help.
What will i need. etc etc. ?

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It's perfectly normal to be anxious about traveling with little ones--you'll be just fine though!

Make sure to allow plenty of time for everything. Arrive to the airport at least 2 hours early so that you'll have time for check in and security, plus any toilet breaks before boarding.

When you first arrive, ask the person at the front desk about flying with your two children. They should be able to help you with any questions that you have.

Pack a carry-on bag full of stuff to keep your 16 month old occupied and your 3 month old happy. Although you will have an entertainment system on the plane for yourself, your kids may not be able to see it well. A portable DVD player or laptop might be a good idea, along with some movies. I've seen many parents put a movie on for their children and it seems to work great!

Here's a check off list to help you with your carry-on bag for the kids:

- Nappies (diapers)

- Snacks (small crackers, sultanas/raisins, bananas, baby food, etc.)

- Baby formula, bottles, and a sippy cup for your 16 month old.

- A Pacifier

- DVD player/laptop along with a couple movies

- Change of clothes for both your kids (in case they get their clothes messy)

I'd suggest making another check off list for packing. It'll help keep you organized and alleviate some of your stress!

You may also have to bring a car seat for your 3 month old, depending on NZ's air travel rules. I would suggest calling the airport or looking online about that first.

One more thing: Bring passports for everybody as well as a sheet of paper containing your flight numbers, gate numbers, etc. along with phone numbers of where you're staying. If it's a hotel, the address of that as well. Charge your mobile phone up too before you leave.

You'll be fine, just allow plenty of time and try to enjoy yourself! I recently talked to a mother who flew from the U.S to Australia alone with her two kids aged 3 and 6 months. She was nervous, but did just fine.

Cheers!

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What is the average cost of a baby crib, blankets, and stroller?

fled

Several baby blankets and an average crib and stroller? Thanks.

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I'm in Canada, and actually, Zeller's is having an awesome deal right now.
Travel System (car seat and stroller) only $99, and it's soooo pretty (pink flowers). And some others for like $150. Usually like $200, though (for the travel system).
I got my crib and mattress given to me, but usually $150-$200 is enough for both.
Blankets..depends. Again, here, Zeller's has a pack of 4 for only $10. I also found some really cute ones at the dollar store, $2 each.

Can i bring my Baby from Canada to US?What are the requirements?

Vic

Ok i am US citizen and have gf in canada which get pregnant and we have beautiful baby girl,can i bring my baby to visit her grandma into US,will i be in trouble?And what are the requirements in order to get in here in US, she is 1 week old now.

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Are you going by Air? If so then the baby would require a Passport, it should also be 6 weeks old before it starts flying so that it does have a better immune system.

If you are traveling by Land or Sea then the baby would require the birth certificate, nothing more than that.

You yourself need a Passport, Passport ID card, NEXUS card to go by Air. If going by land or sea then the same or and Enhanced Driver's License.

Anyway you are traveling if the mother is not with you then you will require a Power of Attorney to cross the border without the other parent. She will need one as well to travel without you.

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where to buy babystuff! UK only.?

Kim -due F

So i'm looking in the only places i can think off
mothercare- which is nice but dear
asda - none
Tesco - OK
Argos - Ok

these are for the pram and that - can anyone suggest other places for me to browze. thanks :)

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babies r us! which is part of toys r us - i have bought my entire nursery there, and my travel system - car seat, pram etc - they have some fantastic deals!!!

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What kind of Stroller do you prefer?

K-Rock

I am a first time mom expecting in June and I have heard a lot of different things about strollers. I would like to know do you prefer a 3 wheel stroller (jogger) or a 4 wheel stroller and why? Thanks

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I personally prefer the three wheeled all terrain strollers like Jeep Liberty and BOB strollers because of the front swivel wheel that has the option to lock straight.

I had a Jeep Liberty Urban Terrain with my son because I liked getting out everyday and walking briskly for my exercise.

However, it is a big stroller and my son didn't like it when he was a smaller infant. I wore him in a Snuggli during his very early months, and he finally began enjoying his stroller by the time he was about a year old.

Fortunately most of these all terrain three wheeled strollers have adapters that you can use to put your car set in, turning it into a travel system. However, you cannot jog with this stroller when you have the car seat installed. You must wait until baby has the head and neck strength and stability before taking him or her out on anything more than a stroll.

If I had the budget, I would may have gotten the BOB Revolution, but I liked the basket and other storage options on the Jeep Liberty better.

So bottom line: Three wheelers!

Jogging stroller versus travel system â pros and cons, & what about hiking?

Woodland H

Iâm thinking of getting a jogging stroller to use on our local hiking trails here. Has anyone ever hiked on trails using a jogging stroller? Or is it just meant for dirt roads & that type of terrain? What is it like hiking? Oh also, do jogging strollers come w/ the infant car seat? Does the basket underneath have ample storage compared to a travel system stroller?

What else are the pros & cons of jogger vs travel system? TIA!

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Our Jogging Stroller turns by lifting the front wheel, which is a hassle to use for strolling around town, so we've got a variety of different types of strollers. I've used the jogging stroller on trails and mostly mulit-use paths (paved and dirts paths for biking and walking), never used it for hiking back country and while it's easier to push, I would think it would be unstable for hiking purposes (if the trails are bumpy and have obstacles).

The jogging stroller really isn't great for babies that aren't sitting up yet, it doesn't come with a special infant seat and we much preferred a standard stroller when our little guy was an infant (he could recline and sleep, plus the shade bonnet was bigger to protect him from the sun.

We opted not to get a Travel System, and it's worked out great. We've never had a problem with getting the baby in and out of the carseat to the stroller, and it's less gear to carry around. Car seats are in the cars permanently and we only used our infant seat carseat in shopping carts for a few months.

All in all, the jogging stroller is not getting used much at all, I prefer using the Kolcraft Contours stroller for our little guy. I suggest you visit some stores and see the different types personally, then shop on line to maybe save some money.

Hope this helps!
Best Wishes!

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baby shower registry question?

Meridith

I am working on thinking about having a baby shower. I don't plan on knowing the sex of the baby, and I don't want a lot of things i will never need. My plan is to have the bare minimum when the baby comes home from the hospital. So, I know I will need a car seat, diapers, and some clothes, but what else could you have not lived without with your brand new baby? I am planning to just buy things as I need them so I don't have a lot of wasted money and extra stuff. Thanks!
Thanks... I am not throwing myself a baby shower, but I am registering for gifts for one. Thank you very much. Also, I am not an idiot. I know that I need to be able to feed and provide for a baby. I was looking for the essentials, and trying to week out the gimmicky things that no one ever uses, but everyone buys. Just want to save some money.

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Skip the cutesy dressy outfits. Baby is too young at this age to wear them and, odds are, they will be ruined by spit-up, diaper blowouts and formula/breastmilk anyway. You will save A LOT of money by waiting until baby is older to get those outfits.

Also...since you are probably having your baby at the beginning of winter. You could probably hold off on the stroller for a bit. If you do get one....save some money and get the travel system that has both car seat and stroller. Baby won't go in stroller very easily without car seat that sits in it, anyway.

Skip the cute nursery bedding set. You can't use the quilt on baby....and the sheets are overpriced. Instead, maybe, invest in some nice wallhangings SEVERAL crib sheets (at least five) and lots of receiving blankets (great for baby...swaddling, burp cloths, etc....).

Skip the mobile until baby is a bit older. They don't really look at those until the are about 4-8 weeks old. Go for one that has bright, primary colors and contrasting patterns....the cute pastel ones aren't very stimulating for them.

PERSONALLY....I didn't like the Boppy (breast feeding pillow). I found that a large King Sized pillow worked better and was more adjustable. Get a King Sized Pillow and save some $$!!!

Diaper Genie....nothing is ever going to cover up the smell of poop. Just get in the habit of wrapping individual diapers up in plastic shopping bags and emptying your trash can about twice a day.... PLUS the liners are ridiculously expensive!!

Changing Table....I changed my babies in their crib, on our bed, on the floor. Changing tables are just not neccesary. Besides....I always felt safer about baby being on the big bed, the low floor and her safe crib.

Skip the baby oil.....it's nasty, greasy stuff. You'll never use it. If you want to give massage to your baby just get the Johnson's Massage gel. It's cleaner and easier to get off of baby afterwards!!

I make diaper cakes and only use PREMIUM diapers in them....however, with my 2nd daughter I gave the WalMart PARENT'S CHOICE brand a whirl. Guess what? They work better than Pampers or Huggies on my daughter. I save A LOT of money buying these diapers instead of the expensive ones and they do not leak. I have heard good things about White Could and Target brand, as well. So....you may want to test some store-brand diapers out on your new baby. You'll be amazed how much money you can save in a year. (For me....I had TWO in diapers at the same time for a year and a half. Switching to store brand saved me $1000.00, at least (no joke!)). WARNING, though....don't buy the grocery store generics though. THOSE tend to be really inferior.

Skip the diaper bag....you'll get one at the hospital. It's black and basic but amazingly useful.

Basics you SHOULD get:
Receiving Blankets (I'd get at least 10)
Crib Sheets (I'd get at least 5 sets)
Hooded Towels (at least 2)
Onesies, Onesies, Onesies (get at least 10...maybe 15 your baby will LIVE in these!!)
Footed pajama/sleepers/rompers. So nice!!! At least 4 pairs of these for the new baby....especially if born during cold month.
Soothing CD for baby...heartbeat sounds works wonders to calm baby if he/she tends to be fussy.
Gas Drops....Mylicon drops. Great for a fussy baby that can't get the hang of burping (a gas bubble can keep EVERYONE up for hours in the middle of the night!!)
Baby Bjorn front Carrier Type Thing....GREAT for trips to the grocery store. You can get these for less than $20.00 these days...your hands are free to shop and baby is happy being so close to you. I used this on my youngest daughter until she was almost a year old....SHE LOVED IT!!!

HOPE THIS HELPED!!

Looking for the best Travel System?

Korin

Can some one give me some brands that they like for travel systems? I really like the 3 wheel ones and black,green and gray colors. The price being under 300.00 would be nice. Please help I'm so tired of reading reviews and changing my mind!
Thanks! BTW I'm due Oct 3rd :)

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I have a graco and love it! The car seat fits a baby up to 32 lbs witch is a huge plus. My daughter loves the sitting in her car seat. The stroller is nice and easy to fold, you can use one hand! also when folded the tray and all the parts baby touches is inside so they don't touch the ground. also, when we got our car seat check the lady from children's hospital said that the car seat is top of the line and will be very sturdy in a car accident
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3224013

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Travel Systems for babies??

ejcamp21

Does anyone know which travel systems are really nice right now? I'm just wondering if any one has seen any good ones.

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after the report came out about car seats and safety issues... i returned the travel system i had purchased and bought the baby trend flex loc travel system from target.com. i couldn't find it in the store. it was like 200. i think but it got the highest ratings. we've received it and i love it. it also has great reviews online at target.com and the colors are great. the material... you will love. you can just wipe whatever right off.

Whats the best travel system,?

Q. in your opinion? i want to have one, but need advice on people with them or anything just to know what you like best. If you have a website or anything that would be useful. It will be a boy and i want something tan or brown with blue or green.

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I have the Graco travel system and I love it. The car seat comes with two bases and the stroller works great. It's a big system, but I found it held a giant diaper bag, the baby and lots of drinks and snacks.

Graco also has one of the highest safety ratings.

This is the one I have: http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3420746

It comes in browns and blues.

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