Reviews (57)

JUST GREAT
My son is only 2 1/2 months and he loves this puppy!!! he just look at it and laugh a lot!!! it's just a great toy that helps to stimulate the babys sense

Great DOG!!
I love this toy, the only thing that I have a problem with is that some of the features are too close together.But other than that I highly recommmend it.

Daugher Loves Her Puppy
We bought this for our 15 mo. old daughter and she really enjoys her puppy.It's one of the toys that she goes back to throughout the day. We've had it for several months and had no problem with the ear breaking as some other reviews have stated.There are many different songs/games- I see this as something she willplay with for a long time.It's not her #1 favorite toy (That's the Laugh and Learn House- it is THE BEST!) but she does really like it and plays with it quite often. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Stuffed Animals    2. Animals    3. Teaching Toys   

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The best jumper by far
My son (now 18 months) LOVED his bumper jumper.He jumped in it from about 5 to about 8 or 9 months.We had a johnny jumper before this one and did not like it at all.The spring on this bumper jumper is nice and quiet, unlike the johnny jumper which was noisy.The bumper jumper spring is also a lot more springy, making it easier to jump.Another plus on the bumper jumper is the bumper and tray surrounding the jumper, which make it easy to get the baby in and out of the jumper.I loved being able to move the jumper from room to room to keep my son with me as I did housework or took a shower.Once he started getting around on his own more, however, my son did not want to be confined in the jumper (or anything else for that matter!).

My 4 Month Old LOVES It!
My son is actually jumping in his Bumper Jumper as I write this, and believe me, I've never heard such a happy baby!He's laughing so hard and squealing in delight!He was in it for well over an hour yesterday, and slept so well last night.
I was concerned about getting him a doorway jumper in fear that he'd squish his little fingers between the jumper and the door frame, but the Bumper Jumper has a padded bumper (thus the name) all around the rim.I also love the fact that the height is adjustable.With a 16 pounder, he weighs it down pretty much, and I can just adjust the height.
The jumper is surprisingly quiet.He jumps really high, and aside from the little noises the springs make, it's relatively quiet.
Lastly, the patterns and colors are great... very cute!
I'd definitely recommend this to any parent! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Bouncer Seats    3. Doorway Jumpers   

Editorial Review

This interactive learning toy will grow along with your infant. There are two modes: one for infants and "lie-down" play and the other for older babies and "sitting-up" play. Lie-down play consists of a musical mode and a learning mode. In learning mode your baby can listen to the "Hello World Song" sung in five languages while watching the bright primary colors of the motorized mobile whirling away. In music mode your baby will hear over 10 minutes of music from around the world. For sitting-up play, detach the mobile and your child will be ready for some of the following hands-on learning activities: spin the world ball to hear "hello" in five languages, play peek-a-boo with the mirror, spin the animal roller to hear animal names, colors, and counting. These same buttons will play songs in the music mode, the most impressive of which was the world vocal chorus we heard when we opened the mirror. Thoughtful and engaging, this toy should hold your child's interest for a long time. Requires four "AA" batteries (not included). --Megan Sullivan ... Read more

Reviews (87)

My 2 month old loves it!
My 2 month old daughter just loves this. We also have the Baby Einstein Activity Gym, however, it doesn't really interest her. This Gym keeps her attention and she just loves the different songs/tunes.I would highly recommend this over any of the activity mats.

My 9 wk old daughterand 2 yr old nephew love it.
My daughter love's this. She and the dog love looking up at the mobile. The music keeps her attention and I love that it has all the different languages.My 2 year old nephew loves this also. It coverts easy for a toddler and he loves the touching, spinning and button pushing.All in all I think it is a pretty good learning toy.

Mama's Other Little Helper
We bought the Leapstart Gym for my now 19mo when she was about 6 months old.It took her a little bit to be interested in it, as it does with some toys, but when she finally 'got it' she loved it!Easy to move into the sitting up mode - though I had no idea what to do with the mobile then - ?It was great to sit her in front of it and be able to do something without worry of her crawling over to me.She used it to pull up on when learning to stand and it stayed in place - didn't topple over as some toys for that age will.When she started walking she didn't seem to be very interested in it for awhile (at 1 year), but the last couple of months - (17-19) now that she is getting more verbal she is playing with it again.
I like the different languages and the ability to control the volume.I think I've only replaced the batteries twice in just over a year?But I've always turned it off at night. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Baby and Infant    2. Toddler    3. Learning    4. Electronic Learning Aids (ELA)    5. Electronic    6. Music    7. Hand-Eye Coordination    8. Electronic Learning Aids    9. Activity    10. Musical   

Reviews (3)

Amazing
I am a new mom and I was having the toughest time putting my little son to sleep! I tried swing, holding him would help but my arms would start to give up on me, baby carriers worked great when I walked with my son in it (but cant walk the whole day now), BUT this bouncer SAVED ME! He loves it :) From the moment I put him in there, my six week old son has been sleeping better. It works like a charm, and it only takes one D battery (buy the rechargable ones), compared to my swing that takes FOUR D batteries! MY BEST PURCHASE SO FAR.

Great Bouncer
I bought this bouncer in a simmular patern (linkadoos) for my nephew and he loves it. After he was born it was the only way his mom could put him down durring the day because he always wanted to be held. This bouncer is truly a life saver. I would recomend this bouncer to anyone who is expecting a baby or anyone who takes care of a baby.

SO EXCITED!
I just registered for this, and as a former nanny, this has everything you need in a bouncer, plus the blanket is a great feature. This is not a item (the bouncer) that you need to spend a lot of money on, spend money on the swing...but these things are great when you need a shower, just strap your baby in and wash up quicky!
I cannot wait to get this for my little boy! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Bouncer Seats   

Editorial Review

When it comes to musical instruments, the drum is arguably one of theeasiest to play: just give it a smack. Fortunately, LeapFrog has created a drumthat's sure to provide ongoing delight. It's an electronic instrument with fourdifferent settings. When set to "ABC," each pat of the drum displays a letter onthe drum's top while a friendly voice says the letter out loud. The letters aresequential, so the drummer learns the alphabet. The "123" option works in asimilar way. There are also options for musical notes and a traditional drumsound. An off control and two volume settings will be welcomed by parents whoare sure to hear this drum being played with repeatedly. If the young drummerpauses for a while, the friendly voice plays a little song or asks to be playedwith again. --John Moe ... Read more

Reviews (360)

great drum!
our little munchkin started to play with this drum on his own immediately (he's six months). i love that it's easy for him to play with, it lights up, counts numbers and the alphabet, simon says, etc. so worth the money (although i payed $25 at buy buy baby in nyc).

Leapfrog Songs
Yes, they're all the same.Once you have one toy, you have all of them.All the Leapfrog toys have the same songs.I would spend your money in one of the more expensive Leapfrog toys, and forget buying the rest, unless you love listening to the songs over and over and over.However, I do like the Leapfrog learning toys.Please, Leapfrog, invest your money in more/different songs and sounds!

Good for those learning to sit
We received this as a gift for our son when he was around 5 1/2 months and starting to sit alone. He really enjoyed it initially and I like the fact that it would respond to his thumping even if it was upside down or on it's side.

However, I do agree that it turns itself off way too quickly and it is a tad repetitive. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Electronic Learning Aids (ELA)    2. Electronic    3. Musical    4. Electronic Learning Aids    5. Learning    6. Preschool    7. Musical Instruments    8. Drums    9. Music    10. Percussion    11. Baby and Infant    12. Toddler    13. Activity   

Reviews (16)

Perfect Jogger for twins
We hadn't thought it neccesary to get a jogger at first, until once our twin boys were born and we found that we couldnt use the MT TWIN for running! We realized other strollers were great (Aria MT twin) but they werent as good for runs, the beach and rough terrain/weather. This particular double stroller fit our then 13 month old twins perfectly, they werent squished. The seats reqline, making it nice for those early morning dog walks. The bar infront of them is some big hit, they love holding onto it and sort of pushing their feet off it, its also adjustable. Speaking of adjustable, the handle bar is too! Thats great for when my husband is rollerblading down the boardwalk with the twins or just down the street! The brakes are like bicycle breaks, they are very easy to use, and they work well. The basket is very nice, it holds a decent amount, and like the previous reviewer said, you dont need to take it off when you fold it, you just have to be careful. There are also storage pockets on the backs and sides of the canopies. The Canopies cover our babies well, much better than the Aria Twin does, so we use this one more on "sunny" days. The wheels handle different terrain well also, gravel, boarwalk, sand, grass, anything and its up to the challenge. The rainhood CAN roll up to the canopies if you are in fear of rain, and than easily roll down and snap under the footrest. The stroller folds very easily in the back of my range rover with just popping off the back wheels. It steers VERY well, I never feel like I am fighting it, and thats very important while running or with rollerblades on. The stroller actually DOES fit through a standard door way... YEY! Our now 20 month old twins love this stroller and dont mind going out for a walk in the morning, as long as its in the double trouble! I wouldnt suggest you using this as an all the time stroller, it doesnt manuever well through a mall scene and things like that, but its great for recreational purposes. My boys, my husband and I all love this jogging stroller

Tike Tech fits our double trouble tots!
I have had my fair share of experience with double jogggers. I used to have a different one which did NOT fit the bill, but here are some reasons why the Tike Tech Double Trouble Stroller does!

* ALOT of pockets and storage. The basket is optional and I love that there are pockets to store extra trinkets on the backs and sides of the canopies
* Spacious seating! I cant tell you how annoyed I was (and my twins were) with how SQUISHED they were in their other jogger, not in the tike tech!
* Individual reqlining seats, VERY nice for a fussy 3 year old(s) or a sleepy 8 month old(s)
* 5 pt. saftey harness! Many MANY strollers STILL do not have a 5 pt. harness, especially if you are running, a 5 pt. harness is not compensatable!
* The bar in the middle is great, my 3 year olds love to hold on to it, and all of the kids try to put their feet up on it! It is also great to attach link-a-doos and other small toys (and it also adjusts!)
* The stroller DOES fit through a standard doorway!!! AMAZING
* The foot rest is good, my 3 year olds enjoy stamping their feet and I am sure that my 8 month olds will too!
* The rainsheild is great, It can roll up onto the canopy for when not in use, and when you need it you just roll it down and clip it under the foot rest
* The basket does NOT need to come off when you fold it, just be careful!
* The back wheels easily snap off and the whole jogger fits into the back of my SUV, and I dont have to bring down the 3rd row seating! (which I need for 2 sets of twins!). I also fully anticipate stocking this stroller and all the other beach neccesities in the trunk when the time comes
* The adjustable handle bar is nice, good for adjusting for tall of shorter people, or for if your rollerblading, or just however you feel comfortable!
* This is a very durable stroller and can easily go down/over curbs, ride on mulch, grass AND sand, without a hassle!
* I can easily push this stroller and walk the dogs! GREAT

JUST SOME ADVICE-
I would NOT recomend you using this as a mall/shopping stroller, it is meant for active or outdoor activities and rough terrain, yet I do see it very possible to bring it to an airport! (I just prefer my Aria MT Twin for things like that!) Though this stroller is great for family outings, I put the 8 month olds in the stroller, the 3 year olds ride their kettrikes with daddy and I can even walk the dogs too!

EXPERIENCE!!!
The first day I brought home the double trouble was a drizzly day and it was pretty windy. I was so excited and REALY wanted to try it out, and the rainsheild of course, (I wanted to know that in the event of a down pour while we were jogging that it would work!) And my twins were eager to try it out too! I had my daughter (3 years) BUCKLED into the seat and I was fixing her twin brothers jacket. The brakes were on as well, thank god! There was a little cheap disney bike on the drive way as well as the stroller and a HUGE gust of wind blew the bike down the driveway into the street! The stroller just sort of skidded a little bit and wobbled but DID NOT TIP! And it didn't give way to the wind and go into the street. Now heres the part that always makes me VERY greatful when I think about it, as soon as the bike wound up in the street a car turned the corner, needless to say the bike was totalled! THANK GOODNESS FOR TIKE TECHS BRAKES AND STABILITY OR MY LITTLE GIRL COULD HAVE ENDED UP LIKE THAT BIKE!!

I HIGHLY RECOMEND THIS JOGGER!

Wonderful Double Stroller
I recently purchased the maroon version of this stroller in January for a trip with my 2.5 year and 4 month old kids. I did a lot of researching double stroller and/or alternatives to single strollers (i.e. kiddy boards) as well as writing to the company to ask some questions.Since I live in Alaska and need to fly out to visit family - I wanted something that I could travel with and use as jogging/outdoor stroller.Here are some things you might like to know:

PROS:
* It really does fit through a standard doorway - we were all amazed!
* My kids love to ride in it and sleep!The reclining seats are faboulous!!!I put a head support in the seat for the baby and she did great!
* The rain canopy that comes with it works well but doesn't fold very well on the top - you just have to pile it up or take off completely once it stops raining.
* The stroller responded very well with a full load and gear. It also was well balanced with just one kid in the stroller - no tipping or pulling to one side.
* The wheels come off very easily.
* The simple folding mechanism is great.
* Overall I'm impressed with the workmanship and the company.They responded very quickly to all my questions.

Cons:
* Even though it doesn't have a drink/parent tray - the pockets can hold water bottles, etc... and I just hung a bag on back handle.
* The top canopy is short towards the rear....Since my two year old is little this wasn't a big issue...but could be if you have a tall kid.
* It does take up room - we have a Subaru Outback and it can fit in back with wheels on/folded - but it's tight.Works better to have wheels off.

Final thoughts:
I recommend you purchase the stroller bag (from other sites) for traveling with the stroller - keeps the stroller together and has great strapes for hauling the stroller.Plus you can stuff other gear into the bag and still be under the 50 pound rule at the airport :)

We got a lot of use out of this stroller in a short period.Because it doesn't have lots of plastic parts - we've been able to use it in the cold and on snow plowed streets as well.I look forward to getting several years of use out of it and selling my single jogging stroller.




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Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Jogging Strollers   

Features

• Babies 0-5 months are carried sling-style
• Babies 6-18 months sit upright
• Easily adjusts to fit both parents
• Face-to-face design encourages bonding
• Sporty design with storage pockets

Reviews (21)

great with practice
This is great for my 5 month old son.I tried and tried when he was born to use it but he got lost in it and would get upset (He was 10 pounds, 22 inches when he was born).Now that he prefers sitting up, again with some practice, he loves sitting in this sling.He will sit in it for hours and be happy as can be. I highly recommend it for this age!

Not good for newborns
This sling was too deep for my newborn son.I'm a fairly tall mom---5' 7" and my baby was also fairly long - 21 inches at birth and 7lbs 6.8 oz.When I placed my baby in this sling, it completely swallowed him.It was difficult to adjust the sling and uncomfortable to carry the baby hanging so low in the sling's pouch.I think this carrier is probably better for bigger and older children.I found another sling called the Maya wrap that was great for a newborn and for an older child.The Maya wrap is the about the same price as the Premaxx sling carrier, but it is easier to use and much more versatile.Plus, the Maya wrap comes in a variety of colors and patterns.You can find more information about the Maya wrap at www.mayawrap.com.The only reason I gave the Premaxx sling a 2 rating is because I liked the bold orange and red color.

great when they are small
I used this alot in the first few weeks after my son was born...but it is definitely NOT the most comfortable sling.Once he started to weigh more, the strap just dug into my shoulder.I have since purchased another sling that I cannot live without.Check them out on kangarookorner.comThey have adjustable fleece slings that are sooooo comfortable for both you and baby! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear   

Reviews (59)

Great buy
I live in a studio apt. with limited space and this is perfect for me. I love the storage on the bottom I keep all my sons blanketsand sheets in there. It is just the right size and fits snuggly in the corner. I do however have the same problem as another mom. My son likes to scoot himself diagionally and ends up sleeping with his face against the wall. But his nose does not press against it and the walls are ventilated so I dont worry to much. I have cats and the canopy works perfect in keeping them out of the sleeper. The sheets are very pricey at about 15$ each one of my complaints. I like the fact that the matress has a wipeable surface. It is so much easier to clean. I would recommend this product to anyone; as well as grandparets who are looking for something when thier grandkids come to visit.

I was not impressed
In theory, this is a wonderful product.However, I had two problems.

To start, the product came with only one set of sheets, and Babies-R-Us did not sell the sheets.I ordered some additional sheets from Arm's Reach, and they sent my order confirmation, containing my complete credit card number and expiration date, to me in an unencrypted e-mail.I had to cancel the credit card.I explained this to Arm's Reach and used a different credit card to purchase the sheets.

The mattress was very firm and my son did not like to sleep on it.If I could get him to fall asleep, sometimes I could transfer him to the co-sleeper without waking him, but I would frequently fall asleep before he would.

When my son did fall asleep in the co-sleeper, he would scoot around, and sometimes his nose ended up pressed against the padded edge that was next to my bed.This made me uncomfortable, but I figured that it was safer than having my son in the bed with me.

Other than these three problems, I liked the co-sleeper.

Great product and idea.
Definitely love this bassinet.I'm able to nurse and return my newborn to it without getting out of bed.I also like being able to check on her while in bed or if she has her pacifier fall out and needs it put back in.Her Ocean Wonders Aquarium only goes for a couple minutes and then needs to be restarted so that's nice to just lean over also.The bassinet comes with 1 sheet and then we bought additional sheets from BabiesR'Us that fit it just fine. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Baby and Infant    2. Nursery    3. Furniture    4. Gear    5. Playards   

Features

• 2004 JPMA Innovations Award winner
• 6-position height, adjustable booster seat
• Easy, compact folding mechanism with carrying handle
• Deep, supportive design with energy-absorbing headrest
• Seat-Saver base, flip-up armrests and cup holders

Reviews (4)

MY SON LOVES THIS SEAT!!
AFTER TONS OF RESEARCH, I RECENTLY REPLACED MY SON'S BOOSTER (THE EDDIE BAUER HIGH BACK) WITH THE COMPASS B500. I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THIS SEAT! MY 3 1/2 YEAR OLD SON ACTUALLY WANTS TO KEEP IT IN THE HOUSE TO USE A CHAIR. THE HEADREST IS ADJUSTABLE AND IT KEEPS MY SON'S HEAD FROM FALLING OVER WHILE HE'S SLEEPING. IT ALSO HAS EPS FOAM. THE RETRACTABLE CUP HOLDERS ARE VERY HANDY, ALTHOUGH SOME OF HIS SIPPY CUPS DON'T FIT. THE ARMRESTS FOLD UP WHICH MAKES GETTING IN AND OUT OF THE CAR EASY. THE BEST PART IS THIS SEAT IS SAFE! CONSUMER REPORTS GAVE IT A HIGH RATING. IT ALSO FOLDS FOR TRAVEL, STORAGE, ETC. WHICH IS A NICE FEATURE THAT OTHER SEATS DON'T HAVE. IT ALSO COMES IN A REUSABLE BOX. THE ONLY THING COMPASS SHOULD DO IS OFFER MORE FABRIC COLORS, BUT I DO LIKE THE TRUE BLUE!

great seat!!
My 3 year old loves this seat.It is very sturdy, well padded and comfortable.It sits at just the right angle so they are not too upright or reclined.The entire back of the seat goes up when you raise it instead of just the head rest. a big plus!! The cup holders are deep and sit at just the rignt angle. also has easy flip up armrests. And it folds up compactly for storage!!! love it!!

Response to Need 2 know B4 i buy
A child must be at least 30 lbs and 38 inches tall. A child cannot be more than 100 lbs or 57 inches tall. This will fit most children between approximately 3 years old and 10 years old. Any YES... this booster should have no problems fitting in your 97 Toyota Camry! Buy the Compass... it is a GREAT booster seat! ... Read more

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

Features

• 5-point harness has 2 heights for better fit
• 3-position guides on both sides for belt positioning use
• Roomy seat has comfort-support sides for nap
• Padded armrests, mesh storage pocket, and removable drink box/cup holder for child's convenience
• Separate belt for use in latch-equipped vehicles

Reviews (51)

best car seat!!!
This is the best car seat that I bought ever.I used Britax convertible seat prior and it has been recommended by the best car makers such as Benz and BMW.However, it was really hard to clean and the fabric wears off and looks shabby.Also, he is tall so he grew out of it.But with EB leather seat, I just have to wipe with wet tissue and it's good to go.
There are some concern with getting too hot.I just carry a beach towel in the car to cover the seat and it does not get too hot.Also, when I travel with my son, I always turn my car to cool before I travel so there is no issue.
My 18 months old son seems to be comfortable since he actually climbs into his seat every time I open the door for him.

I don't care what my friends say
I am 37 w/ my first child. All of my friends that have kids were saying how much I would regret a leather car seat. They actually implied I was cruel for subjecting my child to leather seats as they were hot & sticky BLAH BLAH BLAH......
I wanted a seat that could be easily cleaned on long road trips. There is nothing like a leaky poop ( 7 hour trip) on a cloth seat. I am a traveller and have experienced this w/ my nephew.
I also have leather seats in my car , so If my babies seat is hot, mine is too. I always turn on the car to cool my seats, so my babies seat is always cooled in the process. If I start to sweat on a trip, then chances are the baby is hot also. Our car temp is adjusted evenly, for both of us. I LOVE our seat and so does my baby. He has using it since birth and he is 8 mo old. There is way more padding than our other (spare) car seat and the up-keep is unbelievably simple. Wipe and go. Any family that spends alot of time in a car will be impressed with the quality and comfort that the leather E.B car seat offers.Well worth the extra $!!!!!!!!!

Not an affordability issue.
The Eddie Bauer Cosco car seats are unsafe. I have given these seats a chance and my childrens safety is not worth stylish or because you Think this is an expensive product only you can afford.How ridiculous!There is a reason Graco and Evenflo recieve better reviews, they are much better and safer.Dealing with Cosco as a company is a headache in itself.Buyer beware. ... Read more

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

Reviews (63)

Love this toy!
I received this toy at my baby shower.It is now my 5 month old daughter's favorite toy.She likes to be the one to make it "sing."

Super toy that brings smiles!
My son absolutely loves this toy!I noticed that the manu. age for this is a lot higher, but we have used it since our baby was weeks old.He loves starring at it & smiling.Now that he's a few months, he reaches for it, touches it, etc.The sound is great & a wonderful product if you are looking for some classical music.

My Autistic 9yr old loves it!
It is so hard to find a toy for my son, that will catch his interest AND take a beating! He is Autistic and half blind, so it's tough to find something he will play with for any length of time. He loves music, and the sound quality is great. He also loves things that light up. Because his vision is bad, he has to mouth objects and such, and this is right up his alley! He can chew on the plastic chew top, and finger all the different textures. It is easy for him to activate, and it shuts off by itself when he is done. The price was great, I love this toy company. We have had it for 3 days now, so far so good. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Stuffed Toys    2. Musical    3. Learning    4. Electronic Learning Aids (ELA)    5. Electronic    6. Preschool    7. Baby and Infant    8. Music    9. Electronic Learning Aids   

Reviews (6)

Laney's Mom
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this stroller (I have the Quest Mod). My daughter is 8 1/2 months old now and I was tired of the Pliko P3 too bulky and heavy etc. The stroller opens and closes very easily. It maneuvers well and I will use it for a very long time I'm sure. The only thing I wish is that the sunshade was bigger and it reclined more. But, it is so light and user friendly that I can get past those two little flaws.

Super Stroller!!!
I just bought this stroller and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!I originally went to BRU to buy the Mac Triumph, but in comparing side-to-side, I liked the Quest better.The seat bed is a little deeper, better padding, nicer fabric, better color, a convenient pocket on the back to keep your keys and wallet handy.The price difference was a bit to swallow, but my husband is getting sick of the increasing NUMBER of strollers we have so this one has got to do it for me for the long term.After I got home, I was a little disappointed at first to see that I could've gotten it for less online.I had not comparison shopped the Quest (only the Triumph) and w/the $20 off coupon I had, BRU was just as good a deal as any of the other online stores for the Triumph (plus I always prefer brick-and-mortar to internet stores for big purchases - BRU would take this back at the store if I had problems - no chance of that w/most internet retailers - they'd make you send it back to Maclaren).Well, w/the Quest, even taking into consideration the coupon and shipping, I still could've saved about $40 by buying online, but then I looked at the colors available online at the discount price and IMO they were pretty yucky.So, ultimately I am glad to have bought this one.I know color should not be a major factor, but I use my stroller A LOT and if you think about how much you spend on other accessories (shoes, purse, etc. to look good), is it really that crazy to want a spiffy looking stroller too. LOLBottom line, though, is that it is an awesome stroller - lightweight, easy to fold/unfold (with a little practice), and super super easy to steer.My first trip out w/it, I had to go to the post office w/one arm full of packages.Could steer it and get through the door (on my own - nobody helping me) and make it all look fairly effortless.That's all any mom is really asking for. :->

I LOVE THIS STROLLER!
I originally purchased this stroller for those quick trips.However since I have starting using this my graco has not seen the light of day.It is so easy to manuver through small areas when shopping and my daughter is very comfortable in it.This particular model reclines enough that she has fallen asleep in it.I just can't express how much nicer this stroller "drives" than my original travel system.The only reason I gave it 4 stars was that I have a very difficult time collapsing it.Forget the one hand fold they claim, I even have to use both hands to get it to open.But this is minor to me, I am hoping with time it will loosen up and become easier.I really wish I had discovered this brand before spending all that money on my travel system. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Midsize Strollers   

Features

• Keeps Baby close and your hands free
• Provides head and back support for Baby
• Comfortable to wear
• Baby can face in or out
• Design of the Decade Silver Award winner

Reviews (2)

Invest in the active carrier instead
This carrier is very easy to use, but a little hard to adjust for height (which is probably good). It's comfortable for very small babies, but once dd passed 10 pounds, it really started hurting my back if worn for more than 20 minutes, so I invested in an Ellaroo wrap. I still really like it though, & my husbund still loves it. We really wish we had registered for the Baby Bjorn Active Carrier instead as it has more support.

Nice and safe
This product is a new version of bjorn carriers for safety and I love using it for my child.I am able to do things at home and do some walking with my child without a hassle.My baby loves being in it because he can burp easily and fall asleep.This product will last and my husband loves using it outside when we go out for a family time.I highly recommend this! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear   

Editorial Review

This Jeep Wagoneer Limited Duo stroller combines intelligent design andsturdy construction with a stylish look and a number of thoughtful conveniencefeatures. The stroller is a little on the heavy side, but it moves very smoothlyon flat surfaces and can be folded up easily with one hand for more compactstorage. Rear passengers in the stroller will enjoy a better view as they willbe positioned slightly higher than the front seat, while 3-point restraints onboth seats will keep babies and toddlers safe and sound while you are on the go.There is a jumbo storage basket underneath the stroller's seats, with zippers onthe side, offering easy access to items that are stored below, and two saddlebags on either side of the rear seat provide even more storage within easy reachof parents and toddlers. Sporting sleek black-and-gray styling, with yellowaccents, the Limited Duo is large enough to carry an infant car seat, and bothseats have been equipped with separate footrests, snack trays, and adjustablecanopies. --Chris Burns ... Read more

Reviews (106)

DON'T PURCHASE IF YOU WANT TO TURN!!!!
I (THANKEFULLY) BOUGHT THIS STROLLER AT A YARD SALE ONE WEEKEND & THOUGHT TO MYSELF THIS STROLLER LOOKS BRAND NEW WHY WOULD THEY GET RID OF IT?? THEN I PUT MY KIDS IN IT AND FOUND OUT!!! IF YOU GO STRAIGHT YOUR OK BUT DON'T TRY TO TURN! YOU REALLY NEED TO HAVE MUSCLES TO TURN IT BECAUSE OF THE SHOCKS ON THE BACK TIRES! MY HUSBAND CAN'T EVEN MOVE IT WITH EASE! PLEASE TRY A DUO GLIDER! WE LIKE THAT ONE MUCH BETTER! LET'S SAY WE ADERTISED FOR A YARD SALE SOLD IT AND WAS NOT SAD TO SEE IT GO!!

good but not great
This is a big stroller. It is very bulky and a bit difficult to handle with both kids in it. You need a lot of trunk space for this thing too. It looks nice, sturdy, and has lots of space for your stuff but its just to bulky.

The worst stroller I have ever used!
I am the mother of nine children and have used both single and double strollers for 17 years now and this is by far the worst stroller I have ever purchased!You CANNOT push or turn it with one hand and it takes effort with two.The parent cup holder is the pits, the child cup holder does not fit any standard size sippy cups and there isn't one for the back seat. The only good thing is the size of the basket, but it is hard to get into. The front seat footrest is too small and too high for a toddler and the backseat has a tiny little space for legs. All together a waste of money.The matching diaper bag had problems with the zippers too. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Double Strollers   

Features

• Asssembles in minutes with no tools
• Folds and stores compactly for easy transporting
• Sling seat adds comfort and holds either 1 or 2 children
• 5-point harness system for each child
• Meets all ASTM standards

Reviews (19)

Quick N EZ - Best Buy
I am an avid cyclist who needed to maximize my time in the saddle by including my son on my rides. I searched all the brands from Wike on down to the Schwinn's and Insteps. I am a big believer in the right equipment for the right job.

Value:
This trailer although it may not last forever, it should last a long time and is well worth the money spent; $79 at Target. Especially compared to trailers at $300 and up. Bottom line is how much do you bike, and how frequently will you use the trailer?

Durability:
I used it for the second half of last season (2004) and it still looks new and has little wear. I put approximately 1000 miles on it so far. On days where my son is not with me I load it up with approx. 65lbs of weight (50lb bag of charcoal and a case of Poland Spring water)and use it as a trainer.This weight approximates two small children and it holds up just fine.

Fun Factor;
My son loves going out on rides with me. It has a small pouch/cup holder sewn on each side of the interior, great for a sippy cup and a bag of snacks. It also has a trunk of sorts in the back. A flap that has snaps all around the perimeter of the rear, big enough to put an extra change of clothes and picnic things, or sand toys if you are visiting a playground on your journey.

Safety;
It comes with a basic small reflector on the bottom left of the rear. My opinion is this is not visible enough, get yourself a blinking reflector type light, approx. $10-15 in any bike shop.Mounting it may be a bit tricky, I cut the fabric at the bottom and clamped it on to the frame.It also comes with that neon orange flag, which can be spotted a mile away. And the base colors of blue and yellow stand out pretty good too. The harness,/hinge is a spring (with a safety cable through the center of the spring) that flexes, if you lay the bike down the trailer stays upright. The spring also flexes when you are riding to absorb some of the shifting of weight when your little guys move around back there, making it more comfortable that solid connections.


Pros:
1) Price, $79, you can't beat the price/value anywhere.
2) Quite, I'm used to a bike that makes no noise, and this did not let me down.
3) Bright colored fabric, help you to be seen, along with the neon orange flag.
4) Your own personal cheering team to "Go faster Daddy", and you really can't beat that!

Cons:
1) Floor is made from same fabric as the main compartment, this might be the first failure in the unit as my son gets bigger and heavier. Some more expensive models use a plastic tray as a base.
2) Needs a better light in the rear.
3) Once you get your child one of these , you will not be able to go for a solo ride anymore without dealing with tears and pleads to go "ridin" too.


One very important recommendation, after you install your hardware and hook up the trailer, do yourself and your child a favor and put something heavier than your child in the back. Then ride it for a good long ride. Do a few panic stops, brake on corners, get used to the weight back there, it is very different than what you are used to without it. Don't learn while your little Man or Lady is back there.

Be safe and ride till your legs fall off.

Dave

Family outings are a breeze!
We live in an area where we can bike to pretty much everyting, and we were a little concerned about using a traditional child "seat" on our bikes. This trailer has turned out to be a fantastic addition, well worth the money. We have had our son in it since he was 7 1/2 months old (he is now 18 mos) and we have used it to bike to breakfast, to the store, etc. There is plenty of storage room in the back,and the shield is great for misty/windy days. I wouldn't recommend using it with infants unable to hold themselves up well, as the harness is not that strong, but once they can sit up without support the trailer is great! We have no worries about our son toppling out in case we were to fall (which has happened, and the trailer stays upright), either. Enjoy it!

Excellent Buy!
My dh and I have been researching the different types and brands of infant/toddler bike trailers out there for several months. All along I kept looking at this Instep Quick 'n EZ trailer and thinking it was the best out there. Not only did I find it to constantly receive high marks on quality, but I also found it to be quite inexpensive. Not cheap and shotty, just not nearly as expensive as some of the other makes and models. After all our research, we decided on this trailer, and so my dd received it for her 1st birthday a couple of weeks ago. And let me tell you, we have NOT been disappointed with our choice. The trailer is very well made, extremely easy to put together/take apart, a cinch to attach, and even easier to pull. There is plenty of room in the trailer for us to stash our daughter's bottles, a diaper and wipes (incase she needs a change), and couple of toys for her to play with along the way. The 5pt harness is a breeze to work and leaves no question as to weather baby is in securely or not. This is definately a great trailer to own!! We give it 2 Thumbs Up and 5 stars across the board! :D ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bicycle Accessories   

Reviews (39)

An absolute must for newborns!
Our little squirmer loved sleeping in this up until she was 4 months old.With a combination of this, Dr. Karp's Happiest Baby on the Block Book, and the Babywise book, our preemie was sleeping thru the night (7-8 hours) at 13 weeks.We moved onto the Sleep Sacks once she outgrew this.

Child outgrows it quickly because of poor design!
I received two of these as a gift.As a first time parent, I thought they looked great for "swaddling for dummies"!We used one for about two weeks only to discover that our baby (who only weighed 7lb 8oz at birth) was too large for it!The velcro attaches acress of the chest/arm area even though there is tons of space for growth at the feet.In order to get it to close, we had to scoot her down and then fold over the extra fabric at the neck.It kept flipping up and covering her face while she slept.So, we switched to using the sleep sack we received instead and it worked MUCH better.Don't waste your money; just swaddle the old fashioned way w/ receiving blankets.

Wish I had it from day one
This is the best thing that I bought for my baby and I should have registered for it.I went the first six weeks without it and I found that my daughter, a great sleeper but also very active from birth, would get woken up when she would undo the swaddle we had put her to bed in.A friend of mine got this from her registry and I went out and got it the minute I watched how easily she swaddled her son.Using the SwaddleMe, I could swaddle her even when I was barely awake and it stayed put even with her constantly kicking legs.She started sleeping through the night immediately.I think she would have a lot sooner had she been able to stay swaddled all night.I'm not making any promises that this will make your baby sleep through the night, but it is worth a try. I will buy this as a gift for every baby shower I ever attend I am so sold on this product. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Nursery    2. Bedding    3. Blankets    4. Gear    5. Car Seat Accessories   

Editorial Review

I have to admit that I am no fan of kids' electronic music makers--hearing the same bleeping and blatting tunes for hours on end is a sure-fire way to drive me crazy. But the Sing With Me Magic Cube has a number of charming features that set it above the fray. First of all, the 5-inch cube itself is a pleasing object, ruggedly constructed, with rounded rubber corners that invite the hands. Then there's the music: "Old McDonald," "Itsy Bitsy Spider," and other standard kids' songs played on five instruments (piano, guitar, drums, tuba, and flute). The innovation here is that as each tune plays, instruments can be added to or taken out of the mix with a push of the matching button. It's a clever trick that might help develop a child's ear for the different parts of music. One minor complaint is that the Orchestra button behaves differently from the instrument buttons: when you push it, the song that's playing stops and a new one starts. This is one of those toys that claims to be based on the latest brain research and promises to stimulate your child's mental development through music, but even if it's not much more than a glorified rattle, it will amuse your child without driving you too crazy. Requires three AA batteries (not included). --David Stoesz ... Read more

Features

• Features favorite songs and musical instrument sounds
• Winner of Dr. Toy and Parents' Choice awards
• Song book and instructions included

Reviews (23)

My child loves it! I love it!
This is a great toy. It is really durrable, easy to work and safe. It has been dropped a lot. It's even been dropped on cement and down wooden stairs. I got it from a garage sale and her 3 kids were really rough with it she said. And it isn't cracked, scuffed or broken in any way. I'd recommend this toy for every child!

A very nice musical toy
I've been very pleased with my purchase of the Sing with Me Magic Cube.I gave it to my niece on her 1st birthday.Her father is a musician and her mother is a singer, so I wanted a gift that would help promote musical interests.She loves the Baby Einstein videos (e.g. Baby Mozart) which feature classical music, so I decided to get her something that would teach her many of the songs that she is likely to sing when she starts school in several years.

She loves singing and dancing to all the songs on this cube.(BTW, the toy is purely instrumental only ... no vocals ... she has learned the words from others around her who sing the words to the music.)I don't think she understands exactly how to turn the individual instruments on and off yet, but she has lots of fun hitting all the buttons trying to get it to play her two favorite songs -- Old Macdonalds Farm and Itsy Bitsy Spider.

This toy is sure to last for a very long time, as it has thick rubber knobbie corners that cushion it when dropped.

Excellent even for adults
I bought this toy for my one year old nephew, but am having a hard time letting go. It is soooo cute and I find myself singing along with it and choosing the instruments I want to hear. I know I have to let it go... but it's going to be hard. This toy is as great as other reviews indicate. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Musical    3. Preschool    4. Learning    5. Electronic Learning Aids (ELA)    6. Electronic    7. Baby and Infant    8. Music    9. Electronic Learning Aids   

Reviews (58)

My baby's first toy
This was the first toy my little boy took any notice of.I have a very cute picture of him at 2 months old reaching out and discovering the crinkly wings.Now at 5 months, it's his constant companion in the car.He loves to feel the different textured wings, teeth on the rings at the bottom, or crunch the crinkly wings.
All of the Lamaze toys are great, but Freddy is my favorite so far.It may seem a little pricey at first, but you'll get more mileage out of Freddy than out of 5 other, cheaper stuffed toys. And as other reviewers have mentioned - he's machine washable, so you don't have to worry about him getting dirty.

Must Have!!!
This is a must have toy for your little one.I purchased this about a month ago and it is my daughter's favorite toy.It has to go everywhere with her!She is teething so Freddie is constantly in her mouth and I make sure to inspect him quite frequently and have not found any problems at all!!Defintely worth the money!

This toy is AWESOME!!
I bought this toy because it was so bright and colorful with a lot of different items to pull and play with.

My daughter LOVED starring at this toy ever since she was a month and a half old. This is definitely her favorite toy. Now at 3 months... she's constantly holding it in her hands and trying to "eat" it. haha.

I sometimes put it in her basinette when she's going to take a nap... so she'll have something to look at.

I LOVE this toy! I highly recommend it... even though it's pricey (almost stopped me from buying it) but it's well worth the money. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Learning    2. Baby and Infant    3. Hand-Eye Coordination    4. Stuffed Toys   

Reviews (6)

Worth It!!!
This is the best thing besides the bouncer that my daughter loves.My daughter can spend an hour or more underneath it!She "trys" to talk to the bird when it hasn't moved in awhile!(She's almost 3months old but loved it since Day 1. Soon she'll be able to explore all the stuff on the mat when she gets more tummy time! I totally recommend this item!!!!!!

Well worth it!
Love this playmat... the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it lacks a "kicking option".To take care of that problem I bought the wind chimes in the playmat area and they hook to this gym and my baby can kick at those.He loves to watch the bird and it is pleasant to listen to.

fantastic toy for baby
My daughter loves this toy. The bird at the top flutters on when the baby kicks the bars. The music and chirping sounds are both quite nice. The toys that come with it to hang from the bars are very nice too. I like that the toy hangers are kind of horseshoe-shaped, so that if baby pulls hard enough the toy will come off the bars and she can play with it. We've taken a couple of them and put them on the carseat.

My 3 y.o. old plays roughly with it, and so far it has held up!
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