"Taking walks with your new baby is one of the simple joys of motherhood. A stroller is a necessity for these ramblings around the neighborhood or, especially in cold weather, the mall. There are so many different styles available that it's worth shopping ahead of time and "test-driving" as many types as you can to see what fits your needs best. For example, if you live in a city apartment, an easy-to-fold style might be best for you to store or get on the bus. On the other hand, if long, suburban rambles are on your to-do list, a stroller with a sturdier frame and plenty of storage pockets might be just right."
Of course I already have the stroller picked out. As you saw in my last blog, I have a travel system picked out. It comes with the stroller and the car seat. Below are more details of the stroller, and more reasons why I want it!
The Graco Alano Travel System ($179) is stylish, feature-friendly and ready for all of your adventures. The complete Graco Alano travel system includes the Carina stroller and the top-rated Graco SnugRide infant car seat. The Carina car seat has a convenient stay-in-car adjustable base.
Carina Stroller Features:
•Holds child up to 50 lbs. for years of comfortable strolling
•Deluxe padded seat with multi-position recline keeps baby comfy
•Convertible 3 or 5-point harness grows with your child
•1-hand, self-standing fold closes easily, no bending necessary
•Lockable front swivel wheels with suspension for superior maneuverability
•Extra-large, drop-down storage basket
•Basket lets you reach in without disturbing your reclined child
•Parent tray with storage and 2 deep cup holders for on-the-go convenience
•Child tray with cup holder pivots for no-fuss stroller entry
•Use only household soap and warm water; never use bleach
Review: We LOVE this set up! 03/25/2011
This is the best car seat and stroller combination for the price. Not only is it very cute, but the car seat base makes taking baby in and out of the car a breeze. You simply pull the red handle in the back of the car seat to release. It also works the same in the stroller. You can connect the car seat to the stroller until baby is big enough to ride in the stroller without the seat. The car seat also holds on well to most* shopping carts. I love this! I highly recommend this set up. The stroller is great. It has 2 cup holders, a bottom for storage, and a plastic window so if baby is covered, you can see her.
The ONLY problem we've had with this is putting the stroller together. It takes patience and a little elbow grease. I recommend two people doing it together to get it done more efficiently. The hardest part of putting the stroller together is connecting the cup holders.
We've had this set since October 1st, 2010. We first put our daughter in it December 4th, 2010 and have used it almost everyday since.
The Spree Graco Travel System ($159) adds style and convenience to explorations with your baby. The complete travel system includes the Spree stroller and the top-rated Graco SnugRide infant car seat. The Graco Spree car seat has a convenient stay-in-car adjustable base.
Ashford Stroller Features:
•Holds child up to 50 lbs. for years of comfortable strolling
•Rear-facing for infants up to 22 lbs. and 29"
•Deluxe padded seat with multi-position recline keeps baby comfy
•Convertible 3 or 5-point harness grows with your child
•1 hand, self-standing fold closes easily, no bending necessary
•Lockable front swivel wheels with suspension for superior maneuverability
•Extra-large, drop-down storage basket
•Basket lets you reach in without disturbing your reclined child
•Spree Graco Travel System stroller features a parent's tray with storage and 2 deep cup holders for on-the-go convenience
•Child's tray with cup holder pivots for no-fuss stroller entry
•Use only household soap and warm water; never use bleach
Review: I Love it! Worth it! 09/03/2010
I love this travel system. It is way cute and looks just like the picture (which I am always worried about). We are having a girl, but I think it works for a boy as well. My husband had no problem putting it together. It only took like 10 minutes tops! We haven't used it yet but we have put it through a couple test by shaking and rocking it side to side, up and down and it's pretty sturdy! It's easy to open and close (one handed). It's not that heavy either. I was really shocked and pleased with this product AND price. I would totally recommend it to others!
So, these are basically the same exact systems in different colors so I don't know why there is a price difference. Obviously I chose one for a boy and one for a girl. I love that the car seat snaps into the stroller. The second review says this is done easily. It also seems to fold pretty easily.
I love how big the basket is and I love that there are cup holders on top for my husband and I. We always have a bottle of water or, in my husband's case, a cup of coffee so these cup holders will come in handy.
I'm looking forward to testing these strollers out at the store. I found them at Wal-Mart and they are surprisingly affordable. You can also get the high chair, playard and swing to match the pattern so that's what I'm going for. 20 more days until I can add one of these to my registry!
Next Topic: #16. Lights & Sounds
Essential Gear for Baby's First Six Weeks
Of course I already have the stroller picked out. As you saw in my last blog, I have a travel system picked out. It comes with the stroller and the car seat. Below are more details of the stroller, and more reasons why I want it!
The Graco Alano Travel System ($179) is stylish, feature-friendly and ready for all of your adventures. The complete Graco Alano travel system includes the Carina stroller and the top-rated Graco SnugRide infant car seat. The Carina car seat has a convenient stay-in-car adjustable base.
Carina Stroller Features:
•Holds child up to 50 lbs. for years of comfortable strolling
•Deluxe padded seat with multi-position recline keeps baby comfy
•Convertible 3 or 5-point harness grows with your child
•1-hand, self-standing fold closes easily, no bending necessary
•Lockable front swivel wheels with suspension for superior maneuverability
•Extra-large, drop-down storage basket
•Basket lets you reach in without disturbing your reclined child
•Parent tray with storage and 2 deep cup holders for on-the-go convenience
•Child tray with cup holder pivots for no-fuss stroller entry
•Use only household soap and warm water; never use bleach
Review: We LOVE this set up! 03/25/2011
This is the best car seat and stroller combination for the price. Not only is it very cute, but the car seat base makes taking baby in and out of the car a breeze. You simply pull the red handle in the back of the car seat to release. It also works the same in the stroller. You can connect the car seat to the stroller until baby is big enough to ride in the stroller without the seat. The car seat also holds on well to most* shopping carts. I love this! I highly recommend this set up. The stroller is great. It has 2 cup holders, a bottom for storage, and a plastic window so if baby is covered, you can see her.
The ONLY problem we've had with this is putting the stroller together. It takes patience and a little elbow grease. I recommend two people doing it together to get it done more efficiently. The hardest part of putting the stroller together is connecting the cup holders.
We've had this set since October 1st, 2010. We first put our daughter in it December 4th, 2010 and have used it almost everyday since.
The Spree Graco Travel System ($159) adds style and convenience to explorations with your baby. The complete travel system includes the Spree stroller and the top-rated Graco SnugRide infant car seat. The Graco Spree car seat has a convenient stay-in-car adjustable base.
Ashford Stroller Features:
•Holds child up to 50 lbs. for years of comfortable strolling
•Rear-facing for infants up to 22 lbs. and 29"
•Deluxe padded seat with multi-position recline keeps baby comfy
•Convertible 3 or 5-point harness grows with your child
•1 hand, self-standing fold closes easily, no bending necessary
•Lockable front swivel wheels with suspension for superior maneuverability
•Extra-large, drop-down storage basket
•Basket lets you reach in without disturbing your reclined child
•Spree Graco Travel System stroller features a parent's tray with storage and 2 deep cup holders for on-the-go convenience
•Child's tray with cup holder pivots for no-fuss stroller entry
•Use only household soap and warm water; never use bleach
Review: I Love it! Worth it! 09/03/2010
I love this travel system. It is way cute and looks just like the picture (which I am always worried about). We are having a girl, but I think it works for a boy as well. My husband had no problem putting it together. It only took like 10 minutes tops! We haven't used it yet but we have put it through a couple test by shaking and rocking it side to side, up and down and it's pretty sturdy! It's easy to open and close (one handed). It's not that heavy either. I was really shocked and pleased with this product AND price. I would totally recommend it to others!
So, these are basically the same exact systems in different colors so I don't know why there is a price difference. Obviously I chose one for a boy and one for a girl. I love that the car seat snaps into the stroller. The second review says this is done easily. It also seems to fold pretty easily.
I love how big the basket is and I love that there are cup holders on top for my husband and I. We always have a bottle of water or, in my husband's case, a cup of coffee so these cup holders will come in handy.
I'm looking forward to testing these strollers out at the store. I found them at Wal-Mart and they are surprisingly affordable. You can also get the high chair, playard and swing to match the pattern so that's what I'm going for. 20 more days until I can add one of these to my registry!
Next Topic: #16. Lights & Sounds
Essential Gear for Baby's First Six Weeks
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