by Jen Stoddart
If you are a mom or dad who loves to jog or power walk - and you have two young children - it's not easy to get you exercise sessions. Now might be the time for you to consider a double jogging stroller for your family.
A double jogger will be lightweight and have a fixed front wheel. The fixed front wheel is ideal for jogging, because it provides the stability and straight tracking that you need.
Making a decision on which stroller is best for you is not a simple choice. There are many factors to consider. Here are the top 10 factors to keep in mind.
1. Wheel type. The way that jogging strollers assure a smooth ride and an easy push for the runner/walker is the large wheels. The wheels on your stroller should be 16" in diameter and they should be similar to a bicycle tire - air filled tires and spoked wheels.
2. Comfort for passengers. Part of a smooth ride for your baby is having them be as comfortable as possible. The seats for your babies should be padded and ideally be made of a lightweight, breathable fabric. Make sure the seats recline so that baby can have a nap while you jog.
3. Flexible Handlebar. You want to make sure that the stroller is easy to push for anyone - no matter what their height is. If you think that people of differing heights will be regularly using the stroller to walk or jog, then look for one that has a flexible-height handlebar. Being able to adjust the height of the handlebar anywhere from 39" to 43" will make it comfortable for anyone of any height to push the stroller.
4. Lightweight - you don't want to be hauling and running with a double jogger stroller that is inefficiently built. The lighter the better. Look for a running stroller that is 35 pounds or less.
5. Long lasting. Today's strollers will either be welded aluminium frame construction or will be constructed of metal tubes connected with plastic joints. Look for one that has a welded aluminium frame - it will be more expensive, but they are noticeably lighter and much sturdier than strollers with metal tube frames. Also, look for a stroller that has wheels made of alloy - they are lighter and rust-resistant - compared to steel wheels.
6. Safety - the most important aspect of your purchase is acquiring a baby jogging stroller that is safe for your babies. Look for one that has a five-point harness for each of the seats. This will keep your children secure in the stroller when out for a walk or a jog.
7. Brakes. Look for a stroller that has both a hand-brake which will be located on the handlebar and a foot brake which will be a bar positioned near the rear wheels. The hand-brake is use to stop the stroller while in motion and operate just like a bicycle brake. The foot brake is used to hold the stroller in place when you are stopped.
8. Sun canopies. Sun canopies on strollers are there to protect your kids from the damaging rays of the sun. With a double stroller there should be two separately-operated canopies. Each of them should be independently positioned so that each of the riders is protected from the sun being in their face.
9. Can be folded and stored by one person. There will be times when it will just be you and your kids - and you'll want to be able to fold it yourself with no hassles. The stroller when folded down should be small enough so that it fits into the trunk of your car. There will be times when you'll want to condense the stroller down to its smallest possible size - so make sure that the stroller you decide on has easy to take off and easy to put on wheels.
10. Stroller capacity. You'll want a stroller that can hold up to 100 pounds of passenger weight. If not you run the risk of not getting enough use out of the investment you made in the stroller.
FREE e-book and checklist Choosing a Baby Double Jogging Stroller is jam packed with ideas when buying a double jogger stroller. BabyTravelPlanet is in Canada. They sell Dreamer Design Jogging Strollers to customers in Canada and USA.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Staying Active During Pregnancy - 5 Great Tips
by Jen Stoddart
Being pregnant can be tough - especially if you are used to being active. I know how tough it can be because I experience the difficulty of trying to stay fit even while pregnant.
When I became pregnant with my first child, almost two years ago, I decided that I wanted to continue my active lifestyle. I had always been an active person. I loved to run, walk, swim, and canoe, amongst other things. I thought that if I continued to be active through my pregnancy, I would just increase the chances that I would have a healthy pregnancy and baby.
I was caught by surprise by how tired I was during the pregnancy - and as I started to put a few extra pounds on it became easier and easier to `pass` on any form of exercising. It was long that I decided I was going to make a promise to myself to get back to being active for as long as possible while I was expecting our son.
Here is my advice for keeping active during your pregnancy...
1. No time like the present. If you are still in the first part of the pregnancy try to get active right away. It may be as simple as an evening walk through the neighbourhood. The sooner you start the easier it will be as you progress through your expectancy.
2. Have your partner commit to help you be active. Your partner doesn't have to participate in the physical activity with you, but they should be supportive of the time you need to be active, as well as encouraging you to be active as regularly as possible.
3. Most of us know people or have family members that enjoy running, swimming or walking. Invite one or two of them to join you on a regular basis to exercise with you. My dad and I became running partners. Each week we would identify three days that we would run together - and we both kept the schedule. We would run 5 km. together. Knowing that someone else has your exercise time in their schedule makes it very difficult to `bail-out` on exercising.
4. Set goals. Losing weight should not be a goal you set for yourself in pregnancy, because weight gain is healthy and very important for you and the baby's well being. Instead set goals like: participate in a road race, participate in a fundraiser that involves being active (like a walk-a-thon), or be active 3 times a week, for at least 30 minutes each time. This will help keep you motivated to keep going, even on those days you would rather have a nap.
5. Mix it up. Maybe today you will swim some laps at the local YMCA; and then tomorrow you will take a brisk 30 minute walk through the neighbourhood; and maybe later in the week take an hour-long bicycle ride. Try different things - they are all beneficial and it reduces the boredom of doing the same activity over and over again.
FREE e-book and checklist Choosing a Baby Double Jogging Stroller is jam packed with ideas when buying a double jogger stroller. BabyTravelPlanet sell LittleLife Toddler, Infant Travel Beds to customers in Canada and USA.
Being pregnant can be tough - especially if you are used to being active. I know how tough it can be because I experience the difficulty of trying to stay fit even while pregnant.
When I became pregnant with my first child, almost two years ago, I decided that I wanted to continue my active lifestyle. I had always been an active person. I loved to run, walk, swim, and canoe, amongst other things. I thought that if I continued to be active through my pregnancy, I would just increase the chances that I would have a healthy pregnancy and baby.
I was caught by surprise by how tired I was during the pregnancy - and as I started to put a few extra pounds on it became easier and easier to `pass` on any form of exercising. It was long that I decided I was going to make a promise to myself to get back to being active for as long as possible while I was expecting our son.
Here is my advice for keeping active during your pregnancy...
1. No time like the present. If you are still in the first part of the pregnancy try to get active right away. It may be as simple as an evening walk through the neighbourhood. The sooner you start the easier it will be as you progress through your expectancy.
2. Have your partner commit to help you be active. Your partner doesn't have to participate in the physical activity with you, but they should be supportive of the time you need to be active, as well as encouraging you to be active as regularly as possible.
3. Most of us know people or have family members that enjoy running, swimming or walking. Invite one or two of them to join you on a regular basis to exercise with you. My dad and I became running partners. Each week we would identify three days that we would run together - and we both kept the schedule. We would run 5 km. together. Knowing that someone else has your exercise time in their schedule makes it very difficult to `bail-out` on exercising.
4. Set goals. Losing weight should not be a goal you set for yourself in pregnancy, because weight gain is healthy and very important for you and the baby's well being. Instead set goals like: participate in a road race, participate in a fundraiser that involves being active (like a walk-a-thon), or be active 3 times a week, for at least 30 minutes each time. This will help keep you motivated to keep going, even on those days you would rather have a nap.
5. Mix it up. Maybe today you will swim some laps at the local YMCA; and then tomorrow you will take a brisk 30 minute walk through the neighbourhood; and maybe later in the week take an hour-long bicycle ride. Try different things - they are all beneficial and it reduces the boredom of doing the same activity over and over again.
FREE e-book and checklist Choosing a Baby Double Jogging Stroller is jam packed with ideas when buying a double jogger stroller. BabyTravelPlanet sell LittleLife Toddler, Infant Travel Beds to customers in Canada and USA.
Baby Carriers - 5 Reasons Why Baby Wearing Is So Popular
by Jen Stoddart
More and more moms and dads world-wide are doing it. Are you? Wearing your baby that is.
Baby slings and baby carriers are taking families by storm - they are the newest 'must have' baby gear. And leading the way are famous people like Brad and Angelina - they both wear baby carriers.
You can find them in all shapes and forms - the one you choose will depend on your lifestyle. They are fashionable, functional and built for comfort. You can choose a back frame carrier for outdoor adventures, a sling for out-and-about in the city, and a wrap style for being close to your baby.
The sale of baby carriers has grown in leaps and bounds in the past few years for a wide range of reasons. Here are 5 reasons why baby wearing is so popular - maybe you want to join the in-crowd?
1. Flexibility. Today's moms and dads are multi-taskers - they have to be to get everything done that they want to get done. It is hard to accomplish everything if you are holding your baby much of the day the old traditional way (that is, without a carrier). A carrier provides the flexibility to free your hands so that you can look after baby and at the same time accomplish other tasks.
2. Comfort. Baby carriers are comfortable for both the baby and for the parent carrying the child. Once you get used to wearing the carrier and see how comfortable they are to wear for you and your baby you will probably wear your carrier a fair bit. Today's modern carriers are ultra comfortable since they are designed to distribute weight across the shoulders and back of the person doing the carrying which greatly enhances the comfort.
3. Long period of use. Since a carrier can be used for a toddler (great on day-long adventures to the zoo) and they can also be used for newborns (depending on the type of carrier) people can get a long period of use from their carrier.
4. Soothing to baby. It's a well known fact that babies love to be held - holding them increases their contentment - and the more content the less they tend to cry. Carriers (especially sling and wrap styles) are built for holding baby close to you. It feels good for baby and it also feels good for you!
5. For moms that are breastfeeding their baby a sling carrier makes it easy to breastfeed anywhere with the confidence of knowing that the sling is providing mom and baby with privacy. Baby carriers that you can buy usually have a generous amount of fabric in the "hammock" where the baby is held so that it is very easy to breastfeed on both sides just by moving baby from one side to another without having to take baby out of the wrap
If you are a celebrity-watcher - and now a days who isn't then you'll know that movie stars, athletes and others of the famous set are wearing their babies in baby carriers. People are wearing the carriers because they look good - but more importantly because they are so practical and comfortable.
And it's not just mom anymore. More and more celebrity dads and the not-so-famous dads are getting in on the convenience and joy of carrying their child in a carrier.
BabyTravelPlanet - free ebook and checklist Baby Carriers for Wearing Your Baby. BabyTravelPlanet offers free tips and help for travel with baby and they sell Heart2Heart (heart 2 heart), BabyTrekker (Baby Trekker), LittleLife (Little Life) baby carriers to Canada and USA
More and more moms and dads world-wide are doing it. Are you? Wearing your baby that is.
Baby slings and baby carriers are taking families by storm - they are the newest 'must have' baby gear. And leading the way are famous people like Brad and Angelina - they both wear baby carriers.
You can find them in all shapes and forms - the one you choose will depend on your lifestyle. They are fashionable, functional and built for comfort. You can choose a back frame carrier for outdoor adventures, a sling for out-and-about in the city, and a wrap style for being close to your baby.
The sale of baby carriers has grown in leaps and bounds in the past few years for a wide range of reasons. Here are 5 reasons why baby wearing is so popular - maybe you want to join the in-crowd?
1. Flexibility. Today's moms and dads are multi-taskers - they have to be to get everything done that they want to get done. It is hard to accomplish everything if you are holding your baby much of the day the old traditional way (that is, without a carrier). A carrier provides the flexibility to free your hands so that you can look after baby and at the same time accomplish other tasks.
2. Comfort. Baby carriers are comfortable for both the baby and for the parent carrying the child. Once you get used to wearing the carrier and see how comfortable they are to wear for you and your baby you will probably wear your carrier a fair bit. Today's modern carriers are ultra comfortable since they are designed to distribute weight across the shoulders and back of the person doing the carrying which greatly enhances the comfort.
3. Long period of use. Since a carrier can be used for a toddler (great on day-long adventures to the zoo) and they can also be used for newborns (depending on the type of carrier) people can get a long period of use from their carrier.
4. Soothing to baby. It's a well known fact that babies love to be held - holding them increases their contentment - and the more content the less they tend to cry. Carriers (especially sling and wrap styles) are built for holding baby close to you. It feels good for baby and it also feels good for you!
5. For moms that are breastfeeding their baby a sling carrier makes it easy to breastfeed anywhere with the confidence of knowing that the sling is providing mom and baby with privacy. Baby carriers that you can buy usually have a generous amount of fabric in the "hammock" where the baby is held so that it is very easy to breastfeed on both sides just by moving baby from one side to another without having to take baby out of the wrap
If you are a celebrity-watcher - and now a days who isn't then you'll know that movie stars, athletes and others of the famous set are wearing their babies in baby carriers. People are wearing the carriers because they look good - but more importantly because they are so practical and comfortable.
And it's not just mom anymore. More and more celebrity dads and the not-so-famous dads are getting in on the convenience and joy of carrying their child in a carrier.
BabyTravelPlanet - free ebook and checklist Baby Carriers for Wearing Your Baby. BabyTravelPlanet offers free tips and help for travel with baby and they sell Heart2Heart (heart 2 heart), BabyTrekker (Baby Trekker), LittleLife (Little Life) baby carriers to Canada and USA
Saturday, August 23, 2008
7 Steps to Getting the Right Toddler Travel Bed for Your Child
Don't lose sleep trying to decide which Toddler Travel Bed is right for your child. It used to be when parents took their kids overnight to grandmas that grandma and grandpa had a second-hand crib that the toddler could sleep in. Or when traveling on vacation parents would rely on some crummy old crib setup by the hotel.
We know that parents want their little ones to be safe and comfortable when they are away from home - but it is not always easy. It just takes one night away from home when your son or daughter cries all night because the bed they are sleeping in just isn't comfortable for them. Or, you see the bed that has been set up for them to sleep in - and you just know that it is not safe. The solution may be to get a toddler travel bed for your child - there are many options available - here are our tips to help you choose one that is best for you and your child.
1. Lightweight - make sure that the bed is light enough to carry. When you are travelling with your toddler think about strategies to keep your load light. One way to do this is to buy a travel bed that is light. It should certainly weigh less than 6 pounds or under 3 kilograms. The lighter the better.
2. Easy to carry and load into your car. The bed you select should have its own travel case and when packed away it should be no larger than 24x8x8(in.) or 60x20x20(cm.). No matter where your travels with your child take you - on a plane on a cruise ship or to grandpa's house you have to carry all the gear and it all has to fit into tight spaces - like your car trunk or as checked baggage on a plane. A small, compact bed will help with this.
3. Easy to set up - the last thing you want is when you get to your destination is having to fumble in setting up the bed for your child. It should be a simple process to set up and a simple process to fold it back up again when you are finished. Set up time and fold up time should take less than 1 minute, and it should be able to be done by one person.
4. Easy access to your child - being able to reach in to pick up your child with ease should be a prime consideration when purchasing a toddler travel bed. Look for one with a zip down side panel that can be lowered for quick access to your toddler.
5. Mesh panels for good air flow. When travelling the room your child may be sleeping in may be stuffy. Choosing a bed with mesh panels on the side will maximize the amount of air circulating past your child helping to keep your son or daughter comfortable during their sleep-time.
6. Light and comfortable mattress. The mattress in a toddler travel bed can sometimes be heavier than the bed frame itself. Look for a travel bed that comes with a foam mattress - it will be both comfortable for your child and lightweight to carry.
7. Warranties. Think of the purchase of a toddler travel bed as an investment in your family's peace, happiness and safety. Make sure that the bed you purchase will be used for many years. Bed manufacturers of well built beds will provide a life time guarantee - make sure that your bed has this kind of guarantee. In addition, the retailer that you buy from is important as well. If you get the bed home and it is not what you expected - will the retailer take it back - with no arguments or difficulties?
If you travel (even to the relatives) a couple of times a year having a toddler travel bed will make it so much easier for you and your family. We think that it is an essential piece of baby gear. If you a considering a travel bed for your toddler daughter or son refer to these seven tips when making your purchasing decision.
FREE downloadable book and reference list Baby Travel Tips and Advice is jam packed with information about baby travel. BabyTravelPlanet - FREE tips and articles on baby travel. They offer baby items such as LittleLife (Little Life) Travel Beds
We know that parents want their little ones to be safe and comfortable when they are away from home - but it is not always easy. It just takes one night away from home when your son or daughter cries all night because the bed they are sleeping in just isn't comfortable for them. Or, you see the bed that has been set up for them to sleep in - and you just know that it is not safe. The solution may be to get a toddler travel bed for your child - there are many options available - here are our tips to help you choose one that is best for you and your child.
1. Lightweight - make sure that the bed is light enough to carry. When you are travelling with your toddler think about strategies to keep your load light. One way to do this is to buy a travel bed that is light. It should certainly weigh less than 6 pounds or under 3 kilograms. The lighter the better.
2. Easy to carry and load into your car. The bed you select should have its own travel case and when packed away it should be no larger than 24x8x8(in.) or 60x20x20(cm.). No matter where your travels with your child take you - on a plane on a cruise ship or to grandpa's house you have to carry all the gear and it all has to fit into tight spaces - like your car trunk or as checked baggage on a plane. A small, compact bed will help with this.
3. Easy to set up - the last thing you want is when you get to your destination is having to fumble in setting up the bed for your child. It should be a simple process to set up and a simple process to fold it back up again when you are finished. Set up time and fold up time should take less than 1 minute, and it should be able to be done by one person.
4. Easy access to your child - being able to reach in to pick up your child with ease should be a prime consideration when purchasing a toddler travel bed. Look for one with a zip down side panel that can be lowered for quick access to your toddler.
5. Mesh panels for good air flow. When travelling the room your child may be sleeping in may be stuffy. Choosing a bed with mesh panels on the side will maximize the amount of air circulating past your child helping to keep your son or daughter comfortable during their sleep-time.
6. Light and comfortable mattress. The mattress in a toddler travel bed can sometimes be heavier than the bed frame itself. Look for a travel bed that comes with a foam mattress - it will be both comfortable for your child and lightweight to carry.
7. Warranties. Think of the purchase of a toddler travel bed as an investment in your family's peace, happiness and safety. Make sure that the bed you purchase will be used for many years. Bed manufacturers of well built beds will provide a life time guarantee - make sure that your bed has this kind of guarantee. In addition, the retailer that you buy from is important as well. If you get the bed home and it is not what you expected - will the retailer take it back - with no arguments or difficulties?
If you travel (even to the relatives) a couple of times a year having a toddler travel bed will make it so much easier for you and your family. We think that it is an essential piece of baby gear. If you a considering a travel bed for your toddler daughter or son refer to these seven tips when making your purchasing decision.
FREE downloadable book and reference list Baby Travel Tips and Advice is jam packed with information about baby travel. BabyTravelPlanet - FREE tips and articles on baby travel. They offer baby items such as LittleLife (Little Life) Travel Beds
Mom and Dad-10 Steps for Choosing the Best Baby Jogging Stroller
Purchasing a jogging stroller is no walk in the park! It used to be that strollers were designed for gentle walks in the neighbourhood. Now, parents are jogging and even inline skating with the stroller at a quick clip. If you have a young child, and you or your partner jog, inline skate or power-walk to stay in shape, you have probably considered a jogging stroller for your family - and no doubt have realized that deciding on the best one can be a difficult decision. Here is help for you to choose one that best fits your lifestyle and budget.
1. Lighter the better. The stroller you choose should weigh less than 25 pounds. Strollers are made with either aluminum frames or metal tube frames. The lightest ones are those that have an aluminium frame. Not only are aluminum frames much lighter but they are also stronger and longer lasting.
2. Bicycle style 16 inch wheels. All three of the wheels (two in the back and one in the front) should be spoked, air-filled, 16 inch wheels very similar to a bicycle tire. To be effective when running you want the stroller to run smoothly over any surface. These types of wheels are the most effective size and style for an easy ride for your child and a great run or walk for dads and moms.
3. Seating comfort. Many babies love to nap during their parents run. The stroller seat should tilt back at a 25 percent angle to make it easier for baby to sleep. In addition, the material in the seat should be a light weight fabric that breathes making it comfortable for baby especially on warmer weather days.
4. Protect your baby from the sun. Any jogging stroller that you consider will have a sun canopy. You want to make sure that the sun canopy is fully flexible so that it can be positioned to block out the sun`s rays so that no matter which way your baby is facing they are protected. You should not have to clip a blanket to the stroller for protection. The last thing you want is direct sun into your son or daughter`s face causing potential harm to them, and making the baby uncomfortable which will eventually lead to crying and fussing.
5. Keep your baby safe. When making your choice about any baby equipment safety is always the number 1 consideration. Jogging strollers are built for speed - so you want to make sure that your stroller will stop when you want it to. The most reliable method for stopping a stroller when it is on the move is a hand brake - much the same as those used on high-end bicycles. Your stroller should also have a foot brake for when the stroller is parked. Make sure that your child is safe and secure in their seat. Choose a stroller that employs a five point harness system. They are the safest and are easy to use.
6. Compact for storage. It should be easy to fold by one person with very little effort. If you plan on putting it into your car`s trunk its folded dimensions should be no greater than 45 in. x 25 in. x 18 in. To make it fold even smaller look for wheels that easily can be removed with a push of a button.
7. If people of different heights will be jogging with the stroller make sure that the handlebar height is adjustable. If you or your partner both plan on using the stroller and if one of you is noticably taller than the other you want to be sure that the stroller handlebars adjust in height so that you will both be comfortable when using the stroller. Strollers with this feature will have a button in the handlebar making this adjustment easy - even on the fly.
8. Make sure the baby will not outgrow the stroller. The stroller is not just for use for a year. You want to make sure that you maximize its use over several years. Make sure that the seating area is large enough for your child as they grow (it should be 24 or 25 inches high in the seating area) and make sure that the stroller is rated to handle your child`s weight as they get older (look for a weight rating of up to 80 pounds).
9. Buy with confidence. If you bring the stroller home and try it out and it just isn`t what you expected it to be, make sure that the retailer will provide a full refund without any arguing. And if there are problems down the road make sure that there is a good long term warranty from the manufacturer. A solid manufacturer`s warranty is 5 years on the frame and 1 year on all other parts of the stroller.
10. They cost as little as $280 and can be over $1,000. Don`t overpay, and don`t pay for the branding of the stroller. List the features and benefits that are most important to you. Keep in mind that the purchase will provide many years of benefits to you and your family. Then look for the least expensive stroller that meets those features and benefits. In all likelihood you can purchase one for $280 or slightly higher.
Use this list of ten things to do to list which stroller features are most important to your family. Then use your list to help you to purchase the stroller that best meets your needs.
FREE downloadable book and checklist Choosing a Baby Jogging Stroller is jam packed with things to consider when buying a jogger stroller. BabyTravelPlanet - FREE tips and articles on baby travel. They sell baby items such as Dreamer Design Baby Jogging Stroller
1. Lighter the better. The stroller you choose should weigh less than 25 pounds. Strollers are made with either aluminum frames or metal tube frames. The lightest ones are those that have an aluminium frame. Not only are aluminum frames much lighter but they are also stronger and longer lasting.
2. Bicycle style 16 inch wheels. All three of the wheels (two in the back and one in the front) should be spoked, air-filled, 16 inch wheels very similar to a bicycle tire. To be effective when running you want the stroller to run smoothly over any surface. These types of wheels are the most effective size and style for an easy ride for your child and a great run or walk for dads and moms.
3. Seating comfort. Many babies love to nap during their parents run. The stroller seat should tilt back at a 25 percent angle to make it easier for baby to sleep. In addition, the material in the seat should be a light weight fabric that breathes making it comfortable for baby especially on warmer weather days.
4. Protect your baby from the sun. Any jogging stroller that you consider will have a sun canopy. You want to make sure that the sun canopy is fully flexible so that it can be positioned to block out the sun`s rays so that no matter which way your baby is facing they are protected. You should not have to clip a blanket to the stroller for protection. The last thing you want is direct sun into your son or daughter`s face causing potential harm to them, and making the baby uncomfortable which will eventually lead to crying and fussing.
5. Keep your baby safe. When making your choice about any baby equipment safety is always the number 1 consideration. Jogging strollers are built for speed - so you want to make sure that your stroller will stop when you want it to. The most reliable method for stopping a stroller when it is on the move is a hand brake - much the same as those used on high-end bicycles. Your stroller should also have a foot brake for when the stroller is parked. Make sure that your child is safe and secure in their seat. Choose a stroller that employs a five point harness system. They are the safest and are easy to use.
6. Compact for storage. It should be easy to fold by one person with very little effort. If you plan on putting it into your car`s trunk its folded dimensions should be no greater than 45 in. x 25 in. x 18 in. To make it fold even smaller look for wheels that easily can be removed with a push of a button.
7. If people of different heights will be jogging with the stroller make sure that the handlebar height is adjustable. If you or your partner both plan on using the stroller and if one of you is noticably taller than the other you want to be sure that the stroller handlebars adjust in height so that you will both be comfortable when using the stroller. Strollers with this feature will have a button in the handlebar making this adjustment easy - even on the fly.
8. Make sure the baby will not outgrow the stroller. The stroller is not just for use for a year. You want to make sure that you maximize its use over several years. Make sure that the seating area is large enough for your child as they grow (it should be 24 or 25 inches high in the seating area) and make sure that the stroller is rated to handle your child`s weight as they get older (look for a weight rating of up to 80 pounds).
9. Buy with confidence. If you bring the stroller home and try it out and it just isn`t what you expected it to be, make sure that the retailer will provide a full refund without any arguing. And if there are problems down the road make sure that there is a good long term warranty from the manufacturer. A solid manufacturer`s warranty is 5 years on the frame and 1 year on all other parts of the stroller.
10. They cost as little as $280 and can be over $1,000. Don`t overpay, and don`t pay for the branding of the stroller. List the features and benefits that are most important to you. Keep in mind that the purchase will provide many years of benefits to you and your family. Then look for the least expensive stroller that meets those features and benefits. In all likelihood you can purchase one for $280 or slightly higher.
Use this list of ten things to do to list which stroller features are most important to your family. Then use your list to help you to purchase the stroller that best meets your needs.
FREE downloadable book and checklist Choosing a Baby Jogging Stroller is jam packed with things to consider when buying a jogger stroller. BabyTravelPlanet - FREE tips and articles on baby travel. They sell baby items such as Dreamer Design Baby Jogging Stroller
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