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"Kim E." wrote in message a.net... In article , says... Kim E. wrote: I am trying to figure out what kind of stroller i want, or if i even need one right away for an infant. Here is some info, pls give me your opinion/advice!: -I plan to get a baby Bjorn or wrap to carry the baby for the first few months. -I plan to buy an infant carrier that doubles as a car seat -I do not have sidewalks where I live -I can't imagine carrying around one of those heavy looking strollers that goes with the travel system (you can hook the infant carrier into it, like Graco makes) -I would love an ultra lightweight stroller to use from 6 mo - 3 yrs but am concerned about stability (tipping over). What do you have, if you don't have sidewalks? Gravel roads, grass, dirt and ditches. What are you going to be using the stroller for? We spend a fair amount of time in a rural area, and like our jogging stroller for that -- the big wheels mean we can take it on dirt roads. It's very stable, but it certainly isn't lightweight. I'm not sure what I will be using it for - the occasional trips to the store and going for walks where there are dirt or grass paths. I think I'd prefer a front carrier while the baby is little and a back carrier into toddlerhood, but friends and family seem to keep saying that I'll need a stroller. -kim Front carrier I agree baby bjorn is great. I bough mine brand new and have used it a heap of times. Im actually thinking of selling mine as I no longer need it. As with back carries, Put a 15 kg bag of potatoes on to your back for a few hours. After doing this day in and day out, Im sure you will want a stroller. I found I more I carry my children the more back problems I have. I carn't offer adive on strollers as I dont use them much now my children are older. I use either my double stroller or I use a supermarket trolley when at the shops. Nic |
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Whatever you can find at a garage sale or consignment shop. I think my kids
spent about five minutes total in a stroller so I'm glad I never bought an expensive one (the first one I got was a shower gift!) "Kim E." wrote in message a.net... I am trying to figure out what kind of stroller i want, or if i even need one right away for an infant. Here is some info, pls give me your opinion/advice!: -I plan to get a baby Bjorn or wrap to carry the baby for the first few months. -I plan to buy an infant carrier that doubles as a car seat -I do not have sidewalks where I live -I can't imagine carrying around one of those heavy looking strollers that goes with the travel system (you can hook the infant carrier into it, like Graco makes) -I would love an ultra lightweight stroller to use from 6 mo - 3 yrs but am concerned about stability (tipping over). thanks! -kim edd 7 aug 04 |
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Kim E. wrote in message ia.net...
I'm not sure what I will be using it for - the occasional trips to the store and going for walks where there are dirt or grass paths. I think I'd prefer a front carrier while the baby is little and a back carrier into toddlerhood, but friends and family seem to keep saying that I'll need a stroller. -kim Well, then you could just wait until you feel the need (if/when) and then get one. At that point you'd probably have a much better idea of what you'd use it for and what qualities you need. And if you never feel the need, you didn't spend the money! I'm more of a sling/backpack gal myself, but there are definitely times the stroller is nice to have. When eating out it can be handy when a highchair isn't an option. For longer walks it's nice not to carry the weight the whole way. When I expect her to fall asleep while we're out it's nice for her to be able to continue her nap in the stroller on our return. It has a really good rainguard which has come in handy a few times. We recently moved to an upstairs apartment and hardly ever use our stroller anymore because it's just such a pain to lug up and down, but we still love it and find it very useful when we do need it. Kate and the Bug, 11 months |
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I have a Pliko3 by Peg Perego and I love it!. The car seat fits into the
stroller and Alexandra has hours of sleep in there. It is very slim and light in weight but sturdy at th esame time. The stroller itself folds like an umbrella stroller and it's very easy to carry around. It fits perfectly in the trunk of the car and it comes with a wonderful cover for the sun. I also have the Baby Bjorn, but sometimes you really want to rest your back and the stroller works like a charm. Love -- Nicky Proud mamma to Alexandra (03/22/2004) |
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Kim E. wrote in t:
What are you going to be using the stroller for? We spend a fair amount of time in a rural area, and like our jogging stroller for that -- the big wheels mean we can take it on dirt roads. It's very stable, but it certainly isn't lightweight. I'm not sure what I will be using it for - the occasional trips to the store and going for walks where there are dirt or grass paths.**I*think I'd prefer a front carrier while the baby is little and a back carrier into toddlerhood, but friends and family seem to keep saying that I'll need a stroller. In your situation I would look at options for strollers *before* the baby is born, but you can leave actually buying it until you need it. If you know which model you want, you may find a second hand bargain beforehand. I don't know what your physique is like, but my babies got too heavy for *me* to sling around sometime between two weeks and six months. The other problem you may find is people who would be willing to look after the baby for you, but who don't want to/are unable to use a sling. For example, if you often go on shopping trips with other people. -- Penny Gaines UK mum to three |
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Coccinella wrote:
SHUT THE **** UP AND LISTEN: When buying a stroller; it's all well and good to buy one that folds up easy into your land raping SUV and all that happy horse ****, but the need for the suv in the first place is crap, as I can fit 3 kiddie seats in the back of my saturn. Get a stroller that is NOT a menace to everyone's shins at the mall, the grocery store and all those other places it doesnt belong. Better yet, leave the brats at home when you shop. You have your orders |
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On Wed, 12 May 2004 13:37:42 GMT, "Coccinella"
wrote: I have a Pliko3 by Peg Perego and I love it!. The car seat fits into the stroller and Alexandra has hours of sleep in there. It is very slim and light in weight but sturdy at th esame time. The stroller itself folds like an umbrella stroller and it's very easy to carry around. It fits perfectly in the trunk of the car and it comes with a wonderful cover for the sun. I also have the Baby Bjorn, but sometimes you really want to rest your back and the stroller works like a charm. Love I just got a Pliko Trek and agree with Nicky that the Plikos are great. Mine weighs about 16 lbs, folds like an umbrella and has a carrying handle on the side. I *think* (hope) it's narrow enough to fit through an airport x-ray. It's very stable even with shopping bags and a diaper bag on the handles, and is very easy to steer even with one hand (which I understand can be a problem with umbrella-type strollers). The wheels are large and rugged enough that I can use it easily on gravel, dirt, bark mulch, grass, etc - today I even managed to use it on sand! Also, it's VERY easy to fold and unfold. I practiced doing it in the store while holding DS (6 months, 18 lbs) in one arm and it was the easiest of all the models I tried. The other things I looked for that were selling points for me were that it came with a rain cover as well as a very good sun canopy, a sturdy cup holder for me, a tray for DS that swings open and is removable (for when he's a toddler and wants to climb in and out), a fully reclining seat so he can sleep in it easily and also so I can put our carseat in it ( a Graco, not a Peg Perego), a five-point harness, and a basket. I highly recommend any of the Peg Perego Plikos, but especially the Trek, if you can afford them. That's their only drawback - mine was on sale for CDN$289. But I figure that it's worth it in the long-run since I use it every day. I do have a Bjorn (which is just way too hard on my back now), a sling (which I find very useful for quick grocery trips or going to/from the car or laundry room when I have my hands full but I can't use it comfortably for long periods), and a backpack (which I LOVE but I just don't find it practical for all situations). I agree with others' advice to wait until the baby's here to decide on a stroller if you can since you'll know much better then what you need. Katie |
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