Reviews (20)

Highly Recommended!
I registered for this car seat on a recommendation from my boss who had purchased one for his son a year earlier. I checked out the ratings on it on conusmerreports.org and it got the highest safety rating. I know our daughter Reagan, is safe and secure in this seat. The headrest part doesn't work well for us but that is such a measly thing when you know your child is safe and secure.

Definitely Recommend This Seat!!!
We absolutely LOVE this car seat.The print is beautiful.It attached in my Ford Expedition without any problem.It also safety secures to the carts/buggies at most of the grocery stores that I go to.We also have the coordinating stroller and the car seat securely attaches directly to that too.We wanted a "girly" car seat and this one fit the bill perfectly.Wish they made a "big" car seat in this same print as my daughter will soon be out of this one.(Didn't know until my pediatrician told us that children should be moved out of infant carrier car seats when they reach 20 pounds OR 26 inches long; we never knew about the length limit with our son.)

Graco Windsor Car Seat
We are first time parents and concerned about getting the best for our daughter.I have always liked Graco products and specifically searched for them.We purchased the car seat, stroller and swing in the Windsor pattern.Most items that you find are dark blue or brown and more for a boy than a girl.When we saw this pattern we fell in love with it.The car seat is great, but like several other people have stated, the carrying handle is a little hard to move up and down.The other drawback is the head support insert.It is too big for my newborn.We purchased the swing and it had an additional headrest insert, but not one for the carseat.The carseat does not recline very far back in my car, so the insert is necessary, but does not support her as well as I would like.I would recommend this car seat, or any of the Graco SnugRide seats to every new parent. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats    3. Infant Car Seats   

Reviews (58)

Great seat but you can get it for a better price
The family i nanny for bought me britax roundabout and it is a great car seat. It has a very secure attachment with the use of a seat belt if latch is not an option and the sholder straps are easy to adjust when needed.

Another website www.albeebabycarriage.com has the round about for $164-169 depending on what fabric pattern you want. This site also has the Marathon for $189-214. Great seat highly recommended just shop around before buying

This is a great car seat.
This is a great car seat. I have one other and a Bodyguard booster seat. They are expensive, but so is my cargo in my opinion.

Equipped with the LATCH system which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children. This Anchor system is wounderful feature, it makes installation so much easier, especially if you ever have to switch the seat into another car that is also equiped with the anchor points. Some vehicles don't have the anchor points which would require the standard seatbelt installation.

These anchore are 2 locking devices, one on each side of the car seat which clip install into metal loops which are factory installed on some vehicles inbetween where the back of the seat and the bottom of the seat meet. You can feel them or see them if you dig or spread the cushion. Check your service manual for the location.

You simply push the achors and snap them into position. Then just kneel on the car seat and pull the tethers tight. removing is a simple push of a button.

The Versa-Tether, which keeps the seat from tilting forward or backward is a nice additional safety feature. Again, with vehicles built with the tether anchors installed. You don't need to use the anchors but if you can it helps anchor the seat.

The seats are rather large, make sure they fit before you just buy one. You can do that by testing one with a local retailer. I've found that getting a comfortable reclining angle while rear facing to be harder. It's easier forward facing, but those are based on my own vehicles, that can vary so again, you should try before you buy.

I'm overall very happy.

Great fit, wonderful seat
When my 4 month old boy outgrew his carrier car seat, we were ready to go out an buy a new one.Being that we live in Northwest Kansas, there are not a lot of options for places to purchase new seats nearby.The one we were able to find within a 40 mile radius of our town did not fit in our Ford Focus without the passenger seat being moved completely forward.When this was done, NOONE could sit there.We were not happy with this, so we drove the 200 miles to Denver to Babiesrus and found the ONLY seat that would fit rear-facing in our car.It just so happened that it was the Roundabout.The drive home was one of the easiest we have had with our son.He loves his seat.Not only does it fit our car, but it is a perfect fit for him.We had two opptions that weekend, buy a $200 car seat, or buy a new car.The car seat is great!!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats   

Editorial Review

The aptly named "Entertainer" Exersaucer is designed and arranged to provide an absolute maximum level of distraction and amusement for whatever tiny tot happens to be plopped down in the middle of all the intensity. It sports a huge variety of toys and doohickeys to bat, twirl, whirl, fold, spin, and otherwise engage in as well as 50 different sounds that can be activated by any number of methods. Some parts are detachable for use in playtime on a rug or in the car seat and the whole contraption folds relatively flat for travel. To some kids this will be heaven as they will busily play all day with all that is set before them while others might find it to be a bit overwhelming. We found the Entertainer to be easily assembled and easily collapsed. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

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Finally my hands are free!
My baby is the type that needs to be held or she begins to whimper.I was against buying an entertainer because we have a small place and I was afraid I'd have no where to put it.I began to watch my 2.5 month old really like to bounce, sit up, and reach for stuff and thought, you know, maybe we can put the coffee table upstairs and make some room for one.I still had my doubts that it would buy me anything in the long run.I was dead wrong.

After reading reviews, I decided on this exersaucer because of the bright colors and activities.You can also bounce with this one too plus it's stationary so I don't have to worry about her ending up elsewhere in the house like the ones with rollers.Once we got it home, my husband put it together and did mention that it took some patience to assemble.We found it to be very sturdy and solid.My baby was almost 3 months by the time we bought it and put her in it.We surrounded her body with towels so she could sit upright.At 3 months old she already is bouncing in it, playing with the roller, and she just located the electronic music/abc/shape/counting book and had a blast pushing the buttons.At the age she is, I do not leave her unattended at all though because she can't sit up on her own just yet...but I highly recommend if you are going to pay this much money for an exersaucer, get it while they are about 2 months + ..don't wait until 6 months.I'd say it keeps her busy for a good 20 to 30 mins, it varies.That is pretty long for this age.

Another plus is that it folds up and has a carry handle to pack off to grandma's.Some people mentioned that the dye comes off on one of the toys, I haven't experienced that yet but I plan on making sure she doesn't have her best clothes on just in case it does happen when she figures out how to put them in her mouth.I can't imagine that they would use a dye that would be toxic to babies on a baby toy.Evenflo is a household name and is a good solid baby brand.

All in all, it's definitely worth 100 bucks and I consider myself a scrooge on our one income household!I bought everything else used...so this was our splurge toy.

Always entertained!
We went looking for the exersaucer ultra only to find out that was being discontinued.My husband and I hemmed and hawed at this one because of the price.We put our daughter in it at the store and she went nuts but we thought it was because it was new--that was 3 months ago.She loves it.She has learned to pull on the toys to get music and she will bounce like she is in her jumper when she gets excited.She can sit in it for a good hour and stay very entertained.One plus is that it can grow with her as she is tall for her age.A life saver for me-I can finally eat a decent breakfast!

A GREAT BUY!
My husband and I took a great deal of time with purchasing our exersaucer.We shopped around for weeks.Eliminating others one by one.Finally we decided on this one.One, it has lots of features.You can remove the little book feature and have it go to the floor, high chair, wherever you want.The toys can be removed, once your little angel is bored with some of the toys you can inter change them with others ... and if you have an evenflo stroller the toys can go from the exersaucer to the tray of your stroller.It plays lots of sound effects and songs.The main thing is that it teaches your angel letters, numbers, shapes and colors.So this exersaucer is fun and educational.A definite great purchase.Thank you Evenflo! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Play Centers    3. Stationary Entertainers    4. Walkers   

Editorial Review

A good portable crib is an item that belongs squarely on any parent’s "gotta have" list and this Graco model is one of the best. It’s patterned in nicely muted pale green and beige and features mesh walls along the side so parent and baby can see one another. This model includes other thoughtful features not found in all portable cribs: a detachable bassinet, a toy bar with soft teddy bear faces that attach to a hanging canopy, and battery-powered vibration and music options. But the true test of any portable crib is, of course, how portable it truly is. We’re happy to report that it was a breeze to take apart and put back together. While travel with very young children is always unpredictable, everyone is bound to rest easier if this crib is packed along. --John Moe ... Read more

Reviews (157)

I LOVE THIS PACK N PLAY!
This pack n play rocks. My baby loves it. I used it in my bedroom the first couple of months after she was born instead of a cradle or regular bassinet. The bassinet features are great espeically the vibration, my baby loves it! It's not too hard to assemble and pack up either. I just wish it all fit into the carring bag a little easier. All in all, this is a great pack n play and I recommend it!

This is great
I got this from my parents as a gift and I love it. It has everything on it that I wanted and its easy to pack up and store. The only thing I found that I didn't like was the chaging part he rolls and its very cold even with a blanket on it so we don't use it we change him on the floor. But over all its a great product and it last I suggest it for all mothers too be.

Can't wait to use it for baby #2
This was a great choice for our little one who is now 2 years old.We have a second on the way, and I know we will get the best use out of it again.In the beginning it was used mainly for a changing table downstairs, but the best thing about it was packing it up and taking it on trips.The baby loved to sleep in it with the little night lite and vibrating mat along with the music to play, she always felt at home when we traveled.Can't wait to pull it out again. We even have had family use it for their little ones when they visited us!Great all around buy! ... Read more

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Reviews (58)

PLEASED MOTHER & CHILD
This car seat is amazing.Not only do I feel like my child is safe, but my child loves being in it.I have been using this car seat since my daughter turned one, she is now 27 months and we both love it.She loves the way she sits up high and has plenty of room for her drink and a small container of food.I love the fact that I know that she is very well protected.Some people complain that the seat is to bulky but it truley protects the child.My brother is a fireman and truely thinks that this is one of the safest car seats out there.Yes it is expensive but can you ever put a price on a childs life?So spend the money and feel good that your child is well protected.

Best Seat
This is a great car seat. I have one other and a Bodyguard booster seat. They are expensive, but so is my cargo in my opinion.

Equipped with the LATCH system which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children. This Anchor system is wounderful feature, it makes installation so much easier, especially if you ever have to switch the seat into another car that is also equiped with the anchor points. Some vehicles don't have the anchor points which would require the standard seatbelt installation.

These anchore are 2 locking devices, one on each side of the car seat which clip install into metal loops which are factory installed on some vehicles inbetween where the back of the seat and the bottom of the seat meet. You can feel them or see them if you dig or spread the cushion. Check your service manual for the location.

You simply push the achors and snap them into position. Then just kneel on the car seat and pull the tethers tight. removing is a simple push of a button.

The Versa-Tether, which keeps the seat from tilting forward or backward is a nice additional safety feature. Again, with vehicles built with the tether anchors installed. You don't need to use the anchors but if you can it helps anchor the seat.

The seats are rather large, make sure they fit before you just buy one. You can do that by testing one with a local retailer. I've found that getting a comfortable reclining angle while rear facing to be harder. It's easier forward facing, but those are based on my own vehicles, that can vary so again, you should try before you buy.

I'm overall very happy.

Hate it!!
The base is open bottom so it is hard on leather seats. The lock off clip has borken twice and had to be replaced. The cover (stars and stripes/american flag) faded terribly after first wash in cold water. I've had a Big Cat Roundabout for 5 years and still madly love it. I just got a Big Cat Roadster to replace this and will be selling the marathon on a popular auction site. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats   

Editorial Review

Activity mats are a staple baby item in most households. They provide a safe, fun, and educational environment where your little one can lie or sit, and play. Tiny Love's award-winning deluxe mat depicts a riot of happy animals. Elephants, monkeys, giraffes, and even birds will charm your baby who will love the round mirror, squeaky bird, crinkly elephant ear, and pullable giraffe tail. Also included are four plastic rings that can hang from the crossbars, each one with a different plush animal attached to it providing more stimulation and activities. Hidden in one corner of the playmat is a small plastic box housing a switch and speaker. Move the switch to Mozart to hear 10 continuous minutes of music and to light up the three flowers on the mat. Switch to Nursery Tunes for shorter snippets of three popular songs. The mat and its arches fold up nicely, and the entire gym snaps together and travels easily. --Pam Lauer ... Read more

Reviews (283)

what a fun gym!
our munchkin, and our friends munchkins, all seem to have a blast in this gym. i love that it comes with a mirror (i just wish it could be removed to be played with and/or attached to crib), great sounding classical and nursery music (activated by switch or baby), lights (baby loves to stare at) and cute animals that we occassionally attach to the stroller and take along with us. so versitle, what a fun gym!

A definite must for all mom's and babies!!!!!
My son really enjoys this, and so do I.It keeps him and I entertained for a long time!

Our newborn loves this
He loves looking in the mirror, playing with the hanging toys and listening to the music.Our son is 6 weeks old and we play with him a lot on this mat with the music playing so I'm kind of impressed that we haven't had to change the batteries yet.The bright colors and different textures are fun to watch my son explore but he loves playing with that little kid in the mirror the most! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Baby and Infant   

Reviews (38)

Easy to use
I've been very happy with my Snugride infant seats.The covers are easy to pull off and throw in the wash, and the straps are easy to adjust.

Two issues:

1.The reason I give these seats only 3 stars is that we originally tried to install the bases in our sedan, but couldn't get them to fit properly (tight) in the rear (bucket-style) seats.The manual gives no insight as to how to adjust for this.Given that most family cars no longer have a flat bench seat, I find this disappointing.

2.This comment has nothing to do with the actual seats.It's more a general comment - some info I wish I had had upfront as a new mom of twins.Had I known that babies quite often outgrow these infant seats by 6-8 months, I would have seriously considered buying a convertible seat.Yes, we would have sacrificed the convenience of the carrier, but it was quite a shock when we realized we needed to shell out the money for new seats after only 7 months.

Great Car Seat
I'm glad I picked this one.I did so after reviewing it in the Baby Bargains book.My co-workers gave this to me for a gift.I wish he could use it longer, but he's already getting heavy to carry at 13 pounds.I use it with the Combi Perfect Match System Ultra Savvy Stroller.I don't care for the Graco Strollers.It works perfectly w/ my stroller!!

Consumer Reports #1
I am a member of Consumer Reports and this infant seat was rated #1 for safety.Safety should be a number one priority for every car seat.I am going with the consumer reports and buying this infant car seat. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats    3. Infant Car Seats   

Editorial Review

Younger, active families will appreciate this multi-baby transport system. Built ergonomically and to withstand bumps, the tandem stroller opens or compresses (and locks) in one, push-button step. A detachable carry seat (no more than 25 lbs. recommended) pops out of the stroller's seat base with ease. Smaller, functional amenities include removable footrests and trays, with cup holders; a large mesh basket below the length of the stroller; a parent tray with a larger cup holder; and other compartments, including one on the handlebar for storing keys, cell phones or wallets. As well, the front seat reclines about 45 degrees; just make sure the back-seat rider isn't a kicker. The seatbacks are a bit thin, yes, but the panels inside them are padded and comfortably stiff. Some adult construction is required, and if done correctly (e.g. knowing how the seatbelts should be threaded) the stroller will offer sturdy transport for years.Diane Beall ... Read more

Reviews (31)

Loved demoing this stroller
We ended buying this system after trying the Ivy League Graco duo glider and the Evenflo stroller at BRU.We had no intention of purchasing a travel system since we already have a carseat, but I just fell in love with this system and compared to the other strollers, it was the best buy.First of all, I love how this system collapses.I have a compact car and need a compact stroller.This collapses beautifully and is lightweight for me to lift, and it's no bigger than my Graco Clarion stroller (that I adore and will miss after constant use for 2 years!!).I just didn't like the Ivy League look, it didn't have the comfortable feel this one has.I prefer the squeeze-bar seat recliner vs. the tabs in the Ivy League...that's the reason why we ended up paying more money for the Clarion too!The Evenflo stroller we looked at was gorgeous (same type of coloring) but looks was all it had....when I collapsed it I couldn't believe it wouldn't collapse anymore!
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Anyway, so far I'm happy.If it's as nice as our Clarion, I'll be thrilled,The only thing I DON'T like is the accessibility to the basket when the baby's carseat is in the back seat, but other than that I cannot believe how HUGE the basket is!

This is beautiful and snazzy and functional and worth the money.

LIFESAVER FOR TWINS
I am a mother of 6 mo. identical twin boys and while pregnant, my husband and I were looking for a stroller that would fit two infant carseats on it.This was it!We found no other stroller like it and it already came with one infant carrier with base, so we only had to buy one infant carseat.When we would go out, putting both of them in the stroller while in their infant carriers was so much more convenient than carrying their carriers ourselves. Now they are older and they still like it.I like the cupholders for me and them and the detachable cupholder trays for them are convenient also.However, it is a bit pricey and it's not that good over rough ground and it does take up quite a bit of trunk space. It is heavy, but it folds up pretty easily and when the back seat is reclined all the way, it is hard to reach the basket underneath, but hey what stroller is actually perfect?Overall, it is a great investment to make for twins.

Very close to getting 5 stars!!
I have a 13 month old and a 2 month old preemie.I have been using this stroller for a couple of weeks now and I LOVE it.
I test drove a few double strollers at BRU before selecting this one.Unlike the others, this one is a breeze to steer, even one handed, and very easy to fold with a little practice.
Folded, it fits nicely into the smallish trunk of my Pontiac Grand Prix and it is suprisingly light weight.
There are only 2 minor issues that prevent me from giving it 5 stars.
1.When an infant carrier is in the back position it is difficult to get items into and out of the cargo basket.
2.There is on side support for a napping front seat child to lean against.

In spite of it's minor flaws, I love this stroller. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers   

Reviews (272)

A great buy!
We have loved this travel system.It is a little bit lighter than some of the others, which was its first appeal.The pattern is pretty, and is one of the few that isn't blue or black.The infant seat was easy to use and the directions for installation were clear.The stroller goes everywhere with us.It is easy to fold up and handle.Everyone who pushes it comments on how effortless it is, despite being loaded down with bags and a baby.The seat is easy to adjust with one hand while the baby is in it.Having the clock is nice, but the thermometer is never accurate if you are out in the sun.My only real complaint is that the tray hits the ground as you fold it up unless you are careful.Mine has some scratches on it because of that.

Love it ...
I love the fact that the car seat can fit right onto the stroller.Sooooo convenient.My son loves everything about it as well.I love the little storage compartment on the top of the stroller - nice place for your car keys, I love the cup holder - encourages me to drink more water, love the mesh holder on the back - good place for wallet or purse or toys even, love the little window on the cover - that way if my son wakes up I get to see if he's awake without him having to see me because if we happen to make eye contact there's no chance that he might fall asleep.Eye contact is the fastest way to wake up a baby ... interesting huh?I love the basket underneath the stroller - great for carrying diapers, wipes, sunblock, extra baby clothes, spit up rag, place for me to store my sweater if I get to hot on a walk, it even fit my over the shoulder diaper bag.Once we switched to the back pack diaper bag it wouldn't fit anymore, but that's okay with me. There's just so many great features that I could keep talking about but this review is getting pretty long as it is anyway. But I will say that one of the best features that I love about this travel system is how it compacts for easy storage.When you're like us and don't have one of those nifty vans with the fold down seats, you just appreciate things that compact easily.I strongly recommend this travel system.

So so...
I was pregnant with my first baby at the time I bought this and didn't really know what to look for.One of the things that sold me was the fact that I could pull up a flap and the stroller turned into sort of a bassinet.LOVED that part!I also loved the way the carrier worked with the stroller.The issues didn't start until baby could ride in the stroller without the carrier.Here's what I found to be annoying.

1)The restraint belt is WAY too far forward so on an infant or small toddler, the belt hits the child on her knees or thighs.Because of this I have to constantly check to make sure she's not hanging out or stuck.

2)That wonderful flap that converted the stroller into a "bassinet" is now a problem.When you're not using the stroller that way you must fold the flap down.And in doing that it creates a high spot so that when baby is reclined all the way down her tushy is higher than her chest and head.

3)I don't like the way her legs just dangle but I think most strollers are like that, it seems they don't make the seat come out far enough.

4)Folding is not fun at all!The tray hits the floor and eventually gets all scratched, if you try to catch it you hurt your back.Good for long day trips or strolls around your neighborhood, not running errands.

Other than that it rides VERY smoothly and seems to be constructed pretty well-not cheaply.No rattles, squeaks or anything like that.It feels pretty solid.It has a nice big canopy.The seat has three recline positions. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Travel Systems   

Features

• Third person action gameplay consisting of a series of lightsaber battles against a variety of uniquely challenging enemies including droids, humans and Jedi.
• Live the most exciting moments from the movie and follow the films tragic conflict through the perspective of Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
• Master both the light and dark sides of the Force using dozens of different lightsaber attacks and upgradeable combos.
• Devastating Force powers including Force stun, Sith Lightning and Jedi Mind Trick.
• Battle in over 16 levels across four movie worlds including the planet Corusant, the sinkhole planet of Utapau and the volcano world of Mustafar.

Reviews (27)

Real Letdown
Anyone who has played Battlefront knows why this is a letdown.Dual player coop mode has only four scenes!! Four!I really expected much more.Graphics are great but it's mindless and lacking in tactics.

What a drag
I am a big fan of the Star Wars video games, but this one is a definate let down.The game is mindless and simple with very few even challenging parts.The game took almost no time to complete and left me feeling ripped off after only a few hours of playing.The game was more about pimping the movie by showing actual movie footage, than by giving the game substance and meat.If you want a movie preview this is your game, if you want a game keep shopping.What a drag.

Side Scrolling Game In 2005?
Why in the year 2005 are they still making side scrolling games? The reason older games used this format was because of inferior computer capabilites.Yet now in the year 2005 they make a side scrolling game.This game is ok if you like side scrolling old-school technology. You cant see the enemies coming at you until there right on you,but it doesnt matter because the game is easy.I wish it was a third-first person game with tons of detailed & different light saber & force moves.This game just plays too outdated for my taste. But many kiddies who werent born to experience old-school gaming now get a chance in this game.This game could of been better.But its just another lame movie based video game. It was rushed into production and released just before the movie to live off of hype. This game wont have lasting appeal or playability. Except for the versus mode.I think Bounty Hunter on PS2 & Republic Commando Xbox are far superior games. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Star Wars (Starwars)    2. Video Games    3. Xbox (x box)    4. Microsoft    5. Action    6. Adventure   

Editorial Review

The Deluxe Jumperoo is both fun and functional. Tikes up to 25 pounds can jiggle or jump around inside the colorful, cushioned seat, and then receive a cheerful light show accompanied by music in response. Simple, tactile toys also aid hand-eye and sensory development as they entertain. The spidery design--which folds in for easy storage--allows it to be free-standing without fitting into a doorway. Movement is somewhat restrained, as the Jumperoo is outfitted with dense springs that resist over-enthusiastic jumpers. The seat cushion is machine-washable, and the seat has five different positions that accommodate kids up to 30-32 inches. Lastly, underneath the electronic console is a convenient snack tray so kids won’t have to be pulled from the seat just to eat Cheerios. Requires adult assembly and 3 AA batteries. --Diane Beall ... Read more

Reviews (553)

The best product we bought!
The Deluxe Jumperoo was the best product we bought to keep our baby entertained.She has been in it practically everyday since she was three months old (she is eleven months now!).It is great exercise and the toys in front are fun.Now that she is crawling and close to walking, I can count on it to keep her safe and in one place (and happy) if I need a few minutes to start dinner or do a job.The adjustable height has been great since my baby is very tall.The seat comes up high on the chest so that even small babies have lots of support.It was easy to assemble and is easy to clean.I feel that it is safer than doorway jumpers, and if you have an open floorplan those are not really an option anyway.The one thing I would warn about is that it does take up a lot of room.The legs are widespread to keep it stable, and it cannot be folded up or unassembled without some trouble.I honestly don't know what we would have done without it!

FUN FUN FUN BUT.......
This was one of the best investments we made for our son.He had so much fun jumping and swinging.I do reccomend this for new parents.However, please be extremely careful that the legs are spread all the way apart.If they are not your child WILL fall over.The locking system on ours was not working properly, and our son fell forward, more than once.We thought the problem was the legs.It turns out it was a combination of both the locking system and the space of the legs.We did call fisher price to let them know, and they did take care of the problem.

What a great toy for your infant
My daughter loved this toy. At first she was new to it and didn't do anything.But, once she understood it she was bouncing all over all the time.Whe had the bouncer that attached to the door frame, she didn't use it much.The Jumperoo is a great toy.My daughter doesn't use it any more (since 1 year old), but she still plays with the music kanga that attaches to the jumperoo. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Play Centers    3. Stationary Entertainers    4. Walkers   

Editorial Review

Are you looking for a new Pokemon challenge? With a focus on continuing the story, Pokemon Emerald brings together elements and characters from Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire. Emerald is the third adventure to take place in the Hoenn region, and it features all new areas and exciting new plot twists.

In Pokemon Emerald, your character is an aspiring Pokemon Trainer and new inhabitant of Littleroot Town. You'll enter the neighborhood amid a truckload of boxes, eager to explore your new environment. Eventually, you'll stumble upon a challenge that forces you to select from three Pokemon -- Torchic, Mudkip or Treecko. Once you decide, you can begin your quest to become the world's greatest Pokemon Trainer.

If you've played the Ruby or Sapphire installments, you'll recognize many of the locations in Emerald. Although familiar, quite a lot has changed in Emerald. The most exciting addition is Battle Frontier. No matter how well you think you know Hoenn, you will always discover something entirely new. Plus, you may even encounter a new Gym Leader in your journeys.

You are up against stiff competition in Emerald. Team Magma and Team Aqua once again look to disrupt the peaceful civility of Hoenn. Unlike Ruby and Sapphire, both gangs have set up camp in this adventure. That means you'll be facing double-the-evil, double-the-clever, scheming plans. To really spice things up, Emerald has added sightings of the rare Pokemon Rayquaza. The plot thickens!

The Battle Frontier of Pokemon Emerald brings together seven battle facilities. Each area provides a unique battle experience. Special Trainers called Frontier Brains head each facility and they will test every aspect of your combat skills. Your victories will be memorialized in the form of Frontier Symbols, and you must defeat the Frontier Brain at each location several times in order to earn your awards.

With new locations like Battle Dome, Battle Arena, Battle Factory, and Battle Pike, Pokemon Emerald will throw you awesome new twists and challenges. The new adventure in Hoenn is full of adventure and has plenty of opportunities to hone your battle skills. Just keep your composure, explore the island, and you can become the world's greatest Pokemon Trainer. ... Read more

Features

• For use on the GameBoy Advance or the GameBoy DS

Reviews (16)

If you didn't get Ruby or Sapphire, this is a must-buy
Pokemon 3.5 (Emerald Version.) An updated version of the third installment in the Game Boy Pokemon RPG series.

Nintendo's Pokemon franchise became a massive success in its native Japan relatively quickly. Although it took the franchise a little longer to catch on in America, it finally did catch on, and when it did, it took the nation by storm. Pokemon games and products sold like crazy, despite the fact that the franchise was virtually unrecognized in America at its time of release. By 2003, the phemonenon was pretty much dead in America, but still, Nintendo went ahead and released the two latest adventures in the series, Ruby and Sapphire. Two years later, the revised Emerald version was released. Read on for my review.

PROS:
-THIS GAME GIVES YOU MORE OF THE SAME MONSTER CATCHING AND BATTLING ACTION THAT YOU HAVE GROWN TO LOVE IN THE FIRST AND SECOND GAMES. To put it simply, if you liked the first game, it's quite unlikely that you won't like this one.
-THE GAME GRAPHICS ARE DRASTICALLY IMPROVED OVER THOSE OF THE PREDECESSOR TITLES. In this game, the graphics are not only improved, but the game is also optimized to make usage of the Game Boy Advance's thirty-two bit technology. It's nothing earth-shattering, but it's as good as a Game Boy Advance game like this can look! And YES, the Emerald version makes graphical improvements over Ruby and Sapphire. Nothing earth-shattering, but it's noticable.
-IT'S NOT JUST A REHASH OF EARLIER GAMES. Although the game uses the same general formulas, the game is entirely new, and the world is much larger this time around. Even after you beat the game, there is still a ton of stuff to do, like capture all of the creatures in the game and train new monsters. The game even introduces the concept of two-on-two battles!
-NINTENDO DESIGNED THIS GAME WITH PLAYER CONVENIENCE IN MIND. Remember how in the first games you had to go through all those menus just to use an item (like your bike or fishing pole?) Well, in this game, you can set the select button to use an item! This really comes in handy and speeds up the general flow of the game.
-TONS OF NEW CREATURES AND ABILITIES. Many of the old Pokemon are gone, but there are tons of new ones! And some of the new ones are pretty damn cool. Needless to say, there are new legendary ones as well.
-YOU CAN TRADE WITH POKEMON RUBY AND SAPPHIRE, AND FIRE RED AND LEAF GREEN . This is necessary to complete your Pokedex, since no one game has every creature.
-THE GAME REUSES THE CONCEPT OF BREEDING POKEMON. If you get a male and a female Pokemon together at the Daycare center, they just might lay an egg! This concept is necessary to get many of the "baby" Pokemon in the game.
-YOU CAN NOW GET GROUDON AND KYOGRE IN ONE GAME! BOTH of these creatures are now available in a single game, at level seventy each no less! And YES, Rayquaza is still available for catching (the cover should give that away), as are Latios and Latias.
-BATTLE FRONTIER. This is the major addition to Emerald over the early Pokemon 3 releases, and it's a damn good addition to the game.

CONS:
-YOU CAN'T TRADE WITH THE OLDER GAMES (Game Boy Color and before)! This is a huge problem which is the major reason the game doesn't get a five-star rating in my book.
-MANY OF THE PROBLEMS THE OLD GAMES HAD WERE NOT FIXED FOR THIS GAME. Examples of this include not being able to rename Pokemon you get in trades, not being able to unlearn HM moves on your own, and the general pace of the game moving too slow.
-CONSIDERABLY MORE DIFFICULT THAN EARLIER GAMES. Chances are you're a gamer who is looking for a challenging portable RPG, but in many ways this game is TOO difficult. It seems that no matter how much you level up your monsters, it just doesn't seem to be enough in many places.
-THE MYSTERY EVENT/EON TICKET CONCEPT IS FLAWED. Why, you ask? YOU NEED AN E-READER FOR THEM! And, to say the least, the E-Reader is a rip-off! Why didn't Nintendo find another way to incorporate these elements into the game?
-WHY DOESN'T THIS GAME USE THE TIME OF DAY AND DAY OF THE WEEK SYSTEM THAT THE PREVIOUS GAMES USED? This was one of the best things about the previous games, and I am disappointed not to see it here.
-WHY DO YOU HAVE TO PLAY THROUGH THE WHOLE GAME TO GET TO THE BATTLE FRONTIER!? This was a huge disappointment, since I've already essentially played through the game already in my older Ruby and Sapphire games.

OVERALL:
Pokemon 3 is a damn fine RPG, even if it doesn't quite top Pokemon 2. If you have a Game Boy Advance, this is an excellent game to add to your collection. A little word of advice - you can NOT get all of the Pokemon in one game, so if you get Ruby, you might want to make sure a friend owns or will buy Sapphire, or vice versa. Also, these games are compatible with the Fire Red and Leaf Green, you may want to get them too (or know someone who does.) Either way you look at it, Pokemon 3 is a damn good portable RPG. And if you're gonna get one version of it and don't already have Ruby or Sapphire, get Emerald.

Don't waste your money if you have Ruby/Sapphire
Okay, it's fun.Can't deny that. And yes, there are a few new features.However, unfortunely it's mostly the same old Ruby/Sapphire game recycled.If this were a PC game, they would have released it as an add-on to the original for half the price, not as a whole new game.
Save you money and wait for the next series to begin instead.

emerald
hi bought this game last week and i finshed it today i put 4 stars because its like ruby and sapphier exept some places but over all it dezervs 5 starshint....for those who have this game and finshed it go to the safari zone and walk there u will notest that pokemons from silver and gold verion will be there exampel like milktank and todile and lots andlots of pokemon will be there (beating the elit 4 is requiered)

sorry about my spelling iwas writing fast
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Subjects:  1. Role Playing Games (Game, RPG, RPGs, CRPG, CRPGs)    2. Strategy (Strategic)    3. Video Games    4. Nintendo Game Boy Advance (Gameboy)    5. GBA    6. Action    7. Adventure   

Editorial Review

Bauer's convertible car seat is designed for safety, comfort, versatility, and style. For comfort and safety, the seat features a four-point seat belt harness (the LATCH system, but it is also UAS and SAU-system approved), which provides security with or without a car's belt system. The chair also has 3-position reclining, and adjustable head/neck and armrests. For versatility, the convertible Tech Elite has three-in-one seat positioning. It accommodates rear-facing positions (for babies 1-12 months, minimum 19 inches), front-facing (for toddlers up to 24 months, or up to 40 pounds), and booster seating for kids up to 100 pounds, or 52 inches. For style, the all fabric surface employs muted, soothing colors that also look good in your nicer cars. A matching, detachable pillow and cup holder are included, along with a 52-page owner's manual that makes a good tutorial for today's mobile family Diane Beall ... Read more

Features

• 4-point harness
• 3-position, reclining seat
• Detachable pillow
• Cup holder

Editorial Review

This is a happy, noisy toy that should amuse most toddlers. Everything that can be touched reacts in some way, from a trombone-playing frog to a book that sings the alphabet. Our favorite is the colored keyboard that sings each color you press. The tabletop can be placed on the floor for those still in the crawling phase, or can sit on the included legs for a sturdy surface and leaning spot for little ones who are new to walking. If there is any fault with the Learning Table, it may be that it has too many features: each element of the table reacts in two different ways, depending on whether it's in Learn Mode or Music Mode. (Modes are switched by flipping the page of the book mounted in the center of the table.) Though this means more fun stuff for kids to hear, the mode concept is not one that they can be expected to understand, and the effect of the toy's inconsistent reactions is likely to be confusion. --David Stoesz ... Read more

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Great toy!
My daughter got this table for Christmas when she was 6 months old. She wasn't standing yet so we took the legs off and put it on the floor for her to play with. She's been playing with it everyday since. She's now 11 months and still loves it.

Best table toy ever!!!
We bought our daughter this toy about 3 months ago and she still just loves it.She is 9 months old and it is one of her favorite toys.There are many different things to do.If your baby loves music like mine this is the toy for you.It has also been great to help her learn to pull up on.It's a great toy!!!

still loving it!
MY DAUGHTER REC'D THIS TOY FORCHRISTMAS-SHE IS NOW 15 MONTHS OLD, AND STILL PLAYS WITH IT EVERYDAY!THERE ARE SO MANY DIFFERENT THINGS TO PLAY WITH ON THE TABLE!I LOVE THAT, WITH THE TURN OF A PAGE, YOU CAN SWITCH FROM ABC'S TO MUSIC! ... Read more

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Editorial Review

It can sometimes be a little bit tricky to find a stroller that is strong, durable, and spacious for long walks while also being lightweight and manageable enough to handle easily in a variety of settings. This solid touring stroller from Graco strikes a nice balance, featuring excellent mobility and handling in our informal test while also being well appointed with features like a spacious lower storage basket, one-hand collapsibility, and four-position recline in the 40-pound capacity seat. Other niceties include toy and cup holders for the passenger (no cup holders for you, Mom and Dad—sorry) and a combination clock and thermometer. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

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The Best Stroller Ever!
This stroller was not my initial purchase. I also started with an evenflo, that had little function for a baby. This stroller has everything. The basket feature is great and the position of the seat is great and the best two features are the tinted window and the storage for mom and dad. I would and do recommend this stroller to everyone. I work for a major baby retail store and have played, demonstrated, and used them all and I can tell you this is the best ever made! My daughter is now 14 months old and I have been using this for a year and no wheel problem at all!

Love this Stroller!
We have really enjoyed this stroller.The print is beautiful.

It is a little heavier than some other strollers that we looked at but still light enough that I can easily get it up and down out of the back of my full size SUV.My husband has serious back problems so I do all the carrying and lifting.The weight was of concern for me.

We have used it almost everywhere we go.It's easy to roll and maneuver even on the ground outside.

We have the coordinating car seat that clips to it as well and it has been very helpful while our daughter is small.We can take her straight out of the car still in her car seat and directly attach it to the stroller.The car seat attaches very securely to the stroller.

This stroller opens and closes easier than any one I've ever used before.You only need one hand to close it and the front tray does NOT scrub on the ground when you close it as several of the other strollers we looked at do.

It has plenty of room in the underneath basket for anything we take with us or buy while we are out.The only problem we've ever encountered with it was that the underneath basket is sometimes hard to let down to open but I think we are usually just in a hurry and doing it wrong.We also used the stroller to pile all our luggage on at a hotel once to carry it in and it worked for that too!The cup holders and sunglasses holder are awesome.

The fact that it tells you the temperature is also VERY helpful.It helps you determine if you need to seek shade, shelter or a blanket for your baby.Once when we were outside, we looked at the temperature and realized that it was 101 degrees so we immediately took the baby inside!We didn't realize it was that hot.

We would definitely recommend this stroller.

a good buy
i have the same quattro tour stroller by graco only in the central park pattern. it works great with the matching infant snugride carseat. The large sized basket is nice because i have a large diaper bag, and i can still fit one or two shopping bags in the basket, plus, you can easily drop it down, so you can access it even if the seat is reclined. It also folds down nicely, and the fact that the food tray doesn't touch the ground is nice, however, the red plastic latch that hooks the stroller together when folded broke off after a few months of use. It is also very smoothe riding and easy to steer. My one complaint about the stroller is although it's large size is nice for storage, it is a pain pushing it through stores. i have been through many stores where i couldn't fit it in the aisles (even kids and baby stores, including gymboree!) so, that's one thing i wish i had thought
of . But other than that, it is a great stroller and a good buy. One last note is that some graco quattro tour patterns have a 5-point harness (which is better and safer) and a few patterns don't. that might be something to look at when picking out a pattern. ... Read more

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A Must Have!
This is the best thing, other than the car seat it self. My husband and I both work. I take our daughter to daycare in the AM and he picks her up in the PM so the extra base is a must and an AWESOME idea. This saved us a lot of money, but most important we still have the safety of Graco's Snugride.

Very versatile
This car seat works well for my busy routine.It's lighter than other brands, not as bulky as other seats, and (most people don't know this) WORKS WITH OR WITHOUT THE BASE!!! This helps if you're ever car-pooling or using another car.That's right, the base it just an extra "snap'in" convenience.

Best invention of all time.......
I have to say that I want to thank Graco for thinking of the parents!!!

This is probably the most innovative invention that anyone could have made.I love the fact that we don't have to move the base from car to car every time we change cars.This also saves us from having to buy a second seat for convenience.

Also, I love that I can just unlatch the carseat from the base and carry her inside in the seat.It keeps the seat from getting cold in the winter time since you can take it inside with you!

Everyone should have one!!! ... Read more

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Great Buy, definitely worth the money
My daughter was only 6lbs 10 oz when she was born, so I had to wait a little bit to be able to put her in this because she was too small.I was recovering from a c-section anyway, so I wasn't in too much of a hurry.At first I thought that carrying her in the Baby Bjorn would be a problem because of my incision, but when I tried it out I discovered that the carrier holds the baby up high enough that it wasn't even an issue.I used this a lot for the first few months because I had limitations on what I could lift (nothing heavier than the baby) and hauling the 40 pound stroller out of the car or using the infant carrier were out of the question.So, when I wanted to go for a walk, I put her in the Baby Bjorn.I also used it when I had to run errands.I would take her out of the car seat and put her in the Baby Bjorn.She loved being in it as long as I was moving.And when she got big enough to turn around and face forward in it she really loved it.I was able to use it for quite some time because she is a pretty light kid.I used it for going on hikes, too.Although I only recommend doing this for fairly easy hikes as having a baby on the front of you sort of throws your balance off on hills or in loose dirt and you don't want to risk falling.The Baby Bjorn is very comfortable and very easy to get the baby in and out by yourself, though I recommend doing it sitting down until you get good at it so you don't risk dropping the baby.It holds up really well, too.Mine is still as good as new and I plan to use it again for my next baby, which is due in about 5 months.

First time mum and I can't live without it!
The Baby Bjorn is extremely well designed and it has been one of the most useful things we registered for. My daughter is cranky in her stroller and in the infant car seat but she loves being toted around in the Baby Bjorn. I take her for a walk every evening and she just loves looking around and the rocking motion. She even naps in it if I'm shopping and she's no longer interested in the sights! I am sooo glad we paid the $90 for it. It's been a life saver!

I can imagine that once the baby is over 15 lbs, he/she may have to graduate to a backpack or something else but till they are too heavy, this is THE way to carry a baby!

Nicely crafted
I am extremely pleased with the Baby Bjorn carrier, especially since I got it off the internet at a $40 difference than BabiesRUs sells it for.It works (but I don't recommend long walks in the park with it, starts to hurt my back if I have it on too long), it's aesthetically pleasing to the eye, and it's easy to put together. ... Read more

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I love this PNP!
My 9 month old identical twin sons just outgrew their other PNP's. WE saw this at BRU and just had to get it! That was about 3 weeks ago and the PNPS (Pack N Play SPort) is now a perminant edition to our den! We use this outside to give our twins a safe and sanitary area to play, or we use it in the house for safty reasons. Our sons do have a playroom, but I really dont consider this a "toy tent". The canopy really protects our sons from not only the sun, but from bugs and from wind. It is very easy to set up, and the same goes for taking down, its extremely lightweight and great for traveling! Its also a nice place to store toys for our sons, just a few softer ones though. We keeps some stuffed animals and blankets in the PNPS when its in the den and we leave the little door open, its one of our twins favorite nap area. It has room to fit both of them comfortably, and like the other reviewers I really like that theres no weight limit! Its super easy to clean, just wipe it down, and I did make an extrapad out ofa quilt (traced the outline of the "floor" and then sewed around it and cut... worked great!) because the bottom is a little hard. Its made of a very durable nylon and I cant imagine it ripping. This also comes in a few other colors which you can see on Graco.com. I really love this PNPS, its super easy to bring it wherever we go, its a great for naps, and makes a great tent and a toybox, its not too big to fit in a smaller space and its great for multiple children. Its also a safe and sanitary outdoor playarea for your pool, deck, beach, park, parties, non-babyproofed friends home, or even your hotel room! I definatly recomend this PNPS for everyone who has younger children!

Great for outdoor fun!
We do have a PNP (Ivy League) but this PNP sport is great! It is just everything all the positive reviews say it is! My son is going to be 9 months old soon, and he is VERY small and very prone to illness, so I like him being protected outside...

First of all convinience. This PNP is SOOOO easy to fold and unfold, takes less than a minute to do! It is super light weight and really great for traveling, even better than my other PNP! The canopy protects my "bald" son from those powerful UV rays on one side, and the other side is mesh to keep it circulated. The material is very durable and can easily take the abuse of a young retriever mix. It isnt too huge, but cold fit probably two toddlers in it comfortably. It comes in a variety of colors (we have the olympic sport though) and they are all very pleasing to the eye. There is also no wieght limit, this is perfect because I anticipate using this for years to come. The little hatch is great for my crawler when this is in the family room, and I can see him eventually utelizing this playpen as a "tent". The material is very easy to wipe up, and it doesnt form stains either. The walls are high enough to contain a standing toddler without the shade also, and it was very hard for my best friends 2 1/2 year old CLIMBER to escape, which she didnt manage to do! It fits very nicely in my trunk and this will serve many purposes, the park, the deck, barbeques, indoor parties, "baby sitting", the beach, the pool ANYWHERE you want this to be is perfect. I keep it out all the time in my family room because it has alot of room for Jamie to play and it can hold alot of toys, we really can use this as a toybox, (we have toychests in the playroom and his room already) the less clutter in the family room the better! I would NOT recomend you purchasing this for an infant because it is not like a standard PNP, its MUCH MUCH differnt, only wiht the same perfect quality and durability!

I too made a vinyl casing and filled it with cotton to form a cushioning place for my son since he very often naps in here, but that really wasnt too much of a hassel. I would recomend this to anyone with a baby, its just so useful!

Perfect, we LOVE it
I have 20 month old identical twin boys, we have had these since they outgrew their Ivy League print PNP's, since about 14 months old. Its now a cute tent in our family room,though we have the mega-land pop up tents for real fun play, these are really for naps, travel, and outdoor use, although they are always out unlike the other tents and we keep blankets and pillows in them too.

* It sets up VERY VERY easily, same goes true for taking down
* Holds two kids easily (our twins are in the 27th percentile though)
* Very cute pattern
* The sunshade is VERY protective, mesh and solid and it folds to the side for E-A-S-Y storage
* NO WEIGHT LIMIT!!!
* Perfect for naps
* While its inside, we leave the little hatch open, its a great tent and my boys love playing in it when the canopies up
* Very easy to transport, fits very well in the back of ANY trunk
* Very easy to wipe up a litte mess, though I do wish there were an extra pad, (my MIL made one though, sewed it up and its nylon and filled with cotton, very soft)
* Perfect for the pool, beach, park or if you have older kids too, a sports game
* We can "lock" our boys in it if we dont want them to go anywhere (like at the beach and pool)
* EXTREMELY light weight, and very easy to carry
* Very stable, the wind wont knock it down
* It comes in more prints, just not on amazon

This PNP is great, we constantly use it and its still going strong, very useful and VERY much loved! ... Read more

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