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   

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

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

Reviews (722)

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

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

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

Reviews (33)

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

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Full-Size Strollers    4. Midsize Strollers   

Reviews (22)

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

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats    3. Infant Car Seats    4. Car Seat Accessories   

Reviews (20)

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

Subjects:  1. Gear   

Reviews (44)

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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Reviews (16)

Was scared to purchase a PnP, But this one is GREAT!!!!
I have a PnP made by kolcraft already in my office because i bring my daughter to work, but someone gave it to me and it was horrible to put up. My friend could not put it up so her husband had to come and do it for me, and it took him over 30 mins to put it up and they have two children (so obviously they both have experience with these types of products. This scared me and i swore i never wanted another PnP, and i leave it up and never take it down. But now she is 5 mos and likes to scootch across the floor, and soon she will be crawling so its quite helpful when my grandmother watches her 3 nights a week for me while i'm at school, and i travelto my mom's 2 hours away so a PnP was a must. Its the best investment i've made. It took me 3mins to put up, by myself!!! I dont know what i'd do without it.

Great investment for the price!!
This is my fourth baby and I decided to purchase a pack n play instead of a regular bassinet because my other children are still small. And I was afraid that they would try to climb and tip her over. I first purchased the palm tree design from Baby Trend. TERRIBLE product. It collapsed as soon as I set it up. And with this being my fourth, I think I know how to put them together! So, I returned it and looked at all the others. I decided to go for the cheaper of them all, with no bells or whistles. And I am more than pleased! It was cake to set up, it stays assembled and the pattern is cute. The toy bar is removable and just the right size as well as the right colors. If you purchase this product, don't think that just because it is inexpensive that it isn't quality, because it definately is. It is a great product for the money and I would recommend this to anyone!!

Best play-yard value I found
You really can't go wrong with any Graco play-yard.I have a Graco one and another one, and there is just no comparison.The Graco is MUCH easier to set up and take down, it folds up smaller, it's lighter, and it's more comfortable.

It's true that this one doesn't have all the bells and whistles of some other play-yards, but you can only use accessories like the changing table for such a short time (I think up to 15 pounds or something) that it's really not worth paying so much extra for them.Plus, those extra features can make a play-yard much heavier.

This one DOES have a basinet, which I loved, and used all the time when my daughter was very little.The mobile has great contrast, so she loved that right from the beginning.Once she's older, you can remove the elephants from the mobile (they're just attached with velcro), and they're great for teething babies to chew on.

The colors are also MUCH better when you see this in person.It looks very dark in the picture, but it's actually pretty bright.

Overall, I don't think you could ask for a better value in a play-yard.I have seen people pay more for used ones! ... Read more

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Editorial Review

The Triumph is a triumph--in luxury car seat design. Consumer Reports gives the 19-pound car seat--with its sophisticated fabric design and soft shape--4 out of 5 stars for its many comfort and safety features, which work synergistically to increase the seat’s value to its owners. Some of those features include: a five-point safety harness (three adjustable); five-position seat recline; front recline and harness adjustments; padded harness straps; buckle with visual verification security; removable infant hip, head, and neck support; cup holder, and removable, washable seat padding. It’s also engineered to convert for both babies (rear-facing, up to 30 lbs.) and toddlers (front-facing, up to 40 lbs.). For parents, it doesn’t look too shabby in the back of a Mercedes. But more importantly, kids will feel pampered and protected when it’s time to travel.--Diane Beall ... Read more

Reviews (57)

Inconvenient to use - strap problems
I just returned this seat because I found it too inconvenient to use. The straps were constantly getting twisted and the mechanism for tightening and loosening the straps was awful to use... it would seem to freeze in place so that no amount of human strenghth could release it. On the plus side, it did seem comfortable for the baby, although she did get overheated in it rather easily.

My 6 month old loves this car seat!
My 6 month old cried everytime we put him inhis carrier carseat so I couldn't wait to buy a 'real' car seat. We went to the store and I sat him in a few different styles of carseats and this carseat is the only one he didn't cry in. In fact, he smiled and stayed in the seat for a long time loving every minute of it. It's comfy and the cushions are soft. Compared to the other two Triumphs, pay the extra 20 bucks and buy this seat, it's worth it for the extra cushions. In addition to him loving the seat, I found it very easy to use unlike the other two brands I tried, Britax and Eddie Bauer(Cosco). I couldn't figure those two out to save my life!
When I was investigating car seats I was worried about which one would fit in my car because we have a 2005 Volvo S40, which is on the small side. I'm really impressed with this seat because it actually fits and gives the passenger in the front seat enough room to be comfortable, unlike the carrier carseats. Even in the rear facing position there is enough room, and I know that once my baby is big enough to sit front facing there will even be more room. So don't let the full look of this seat fool you, it isn't as big as it looks, if it fits in my car it should fit in your car!

Best car seat ever!!
I read up on every carseat there is out there.After taking my six month old son to the store to sit him in each one.He looked the most comfortable in the Triumph DLX car seat.This car seat was designed to hug every inch of a baby.The straps are so easy to use, the knob to tightnen the straps is the easiest thing to use.This car seat was well worth the money.The best part I liked about it was that when my son falls asleep in it his head does not fall forward like most seats, beacuse of all the padding his head just rests right to the side on the pillow that came with it. BEST CAR SEAT ON THE MARKET.

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Reviews (5)

Madison Playard- Tattersall
My husband and I love the Madison Playard.The colors fit well in our family room and our precious baby boy loves it.We looked at the more expensive playards and we seriously considered purchasing the Eddie Bauer Playard, however, we changed our minds once we saw the Madison playard at the store.We have used the playard everyday for the past two weeks and we have no complaints as of now.

NEW MOM / Vineland ,NJ
Im so happy with my playard.All my friends that are new moms like to research different brands on baby items. They all say the best playard out on the market is the Madison playard by Evenflo. This is the only one that provides music and a night light to soothe baby to sleep or play.It even has delightful little stuffed animals. The color and texture is beautiful! The Secure straps on the playard and changing pad is great so baby stays in place. The palyard is sturdy and strong. I feel safe putting my baby in it. The Extra storage pockets look like it blends in so good it does not stand out like most palyards I've seen. This is a playard I will defintley keep. I love it!

Love it!
We purchased this when it became too much of a struggle to move the bassinet between upstairs and downstairs everyday. With the bassinet portion, the changing table and the music box, it saved me from going up and downstairs all day - which was a lifesaver after a c-sect! The colors are neutral and good for either a boy or a girl. The music box and nightlight portion can be removed and used other places. I recommend this to everyone! ... Read more

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Editorial Review

A parent treasures the time when baby sleeps. Not only is it a time for calm reflection on the joys of parenting and observing the natural beauty of an infant, it's a chance to catch a much needed break. But transporting a sleeping baby from a car seat into a stroller is asking for trouble: blown naps, loud screams, and all around frustration. This car seat carrier could help everyone stay a little more rested. Simply pop the car seat into the rack, and it becomes a stroller. It features four wheels on the front and two on the back, dual cup holders, and a large storage basket for carrying a diaper bag or numerous individual items. It's also collapsible for easy travel. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

Reviews (119)

Extremely easy and lightweight
This is all about convenience, and that it is. It is light so it is easy to put in and out of car, the car seat clicks right in(we have the BabyTrend and it fits snugly) so baby is easily placed on frame without waking, folds easily(once you try it a few times), it has a large basket so shopping is easy and has cupholders and tray for Mom which also make this nice. Only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it really is not an all around stroller. If you want to use this outdoors it is not so great. We have used this for walks outdoors and it works but bumpy. We are going to get an all-terrain for that but while baby is small and for easy terrain this stroller is the way to go.

Great, but only recommend with the Baby Trend car seat
We absolutely LOVE the Snap 'N Go and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a stroller.It's very easy to use and extremely light.I love it b/c I can use it when we go for walks or run errands.It's not a hassle to carry around and it fits in a small trunk very easily.The infant seat literally "snaps" right in and is very secure.I do, however, think that it works best with the Baby Trend infant carrier and not well with others.We have friends who originally purchased the Graco Snugride to use with the Snap N Go, but it just didn't seem secure at all . . . very wobbly.They ended up switching car seats and are much happier.

I can understand people wanting a stroller that grows with your child, but the travel systems are so cumbersome and this is SO easy to use.We have a lightweight stroller to use when we want to use something other than the Snap N Go and it works just fine.

This is, by far, the best item that we registered for.

Snap 'N Go Car seat Carrier
I got this as a baby shower gift and was told by many that I should return it and get one that would grow with the baby.I am Very glad that I did not take their advice.My child was born in the middle of the winter and it was so nice not to have to take her out of her car seat and place her into a stroller.I would recomend this type of stroller for any new or soon to be parents.I have had many parents ask me about it while I'm out running errands and so many have said that they wanted to go get one.

It is extremely easy to use and as a single mom I can handle it very easily and it it a life saver no to have to wake a sleeping child.It folds and unfolds very easily and I didn't have much trouble assembling it.I did have to ask a friend for some help but she was able to look at the instructions and go you have that piece backwards (maybe due to slep depervation or being a true blond on my part I was unable to see that)Once I turned the piece around it was ready to go.The sraps are an added saftey feature that I hate to say, but I have only used once.Once the seat is snaped into place it will not release until you pull the release on the back of the car seat.And yes I did almost tip it over once while trying to push through hard packed snow and the car seat stayed put even without the straps attached.I was a bit frazzeld but my baby acted like nothing out of the ordinary happened.

I would highly recommend it to anyone. I have been using it for 7 months now and am going to miss it very shortly when she outgrows her carseat.(I do have 4 other friends that are trying to outbid one another to get it next).It has made my life much easier.

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Reviews (9)

An infant's dream stroller
I am on my 3rd child and was committed to getting a stroller with a reversable handle.If you think about it, when you walk around the block with your baby, at some point, he has to be facing the sun.This was always an issue with my 1st two. They didn't like the sun on them/in their eyes. I would toss a blanket over the front of the stroller to shade them, but they didn't want their view blocked and the blanket trapped warmth in the stroller.
With this in mind, there are limited strollers to meet your needs. This one was the best price and best reviewed, and after getting it- I LOVE IT. It is chuck full of bells and whistles. From storage trays and cup holders to easy-access storage, it is full of convienence.A surprise was how the stroller reverses! Instead of the handle flipping, the carriage part actually pops out and you turn it around, which we love. It is like having a bassinet on wheels. And, I love how easy it is to fold strollers these days. The fabric is so soft and snuggly-unlike the canvas so often found. You want your baby to feel as snuggly in any resting spot you make for him as he is in your arms and all the padding and cush definately achieve that.
It is BIG, but you can detach the bassinet to help accomodate storage.Given its size, it is not for everyone. Our family in NYC definately needs something more compact for subways and tiny apartment living.But, for a home in the suburbs with an SUV this is top notch luxury for a baby.

Kinda sorta wanted to love it...
I searched high & low for a stroller that would fit my needs. I found this one at the local Babies R Us & fell in love with it. It is extremely easy to steer. I loved that the car seat was so easy to latch and un latch. Its easy to clean and my daughter just loves the big giant canopy that keeps the sun off of her. However there are a few important CONS. IT'S HUGE!!Way huge. It folds very easy and unfolds just as easy, but when it does it doesnt fit in the back of a Toyota Corolla- Nor a Honda Accord. It doesn't fold flat enough for the trunk of these two cars. And when it does fold, its extremely Heavy for you to load and unload. And the wheels lie akward, if you dont fold it just righ, the wheels get stuck in the mesh basket. Another thing is that the wheels have a mind of their own. They are so easy to maneuver that at times they each go in their own direction.It has great possibilities for long term use, but at times its such a hassle, Ive considred purchasing a light weight stroller for convinience!!

Great Infant Stroller
Hi.I had the 2003 Coachrider model, before they spruced it up.My son is now 19 months old.I loved the stroller except for a few things.I absolutely loved the fact that the seat is reversible,and that it turns into a carriage.It was so important to me to be able toface my baby, he wasn't ready to face out until he was 10 months.I also loved that the footrest is adjustable so that his little legs did not have to hang down.When he was an infant we used the stroller as a basinet inside, and when we went to Florida when he was 4 months old he slept in it at night time for a week, and was comfortably sound asleep.The material is great and so padded.

I know alot of people have complained that this is a big stroller, but that is so obvious to the eye when looking at it in a store, so if you don't want a big stroller than why would you buy one in the beginning (theres no hiding or disguising the fact that this is a large stroller when its on display.This is a silly complaint.If you do not mind a big stroller, and have room for it in your car, this is such a great comfotable stroller for a baby.My son napped in this stroller all the time, and was very happy to sit in his stroller. There is plenty of storage room in the basket, its great, especially when you go on full day outings.

Some of the things that were annoying about the coachrider i see in the new model they have fixed.Like the fact that there is now a peek a boo spot in the hood, so you can see your baby when they are facing out.The fact that the basket now pulls down so you can get into it if the seat is reclined or reversed.The old models did not have this.

The worst problem i had with my stroller was that the wheels squeaked terribly, you wanted to scream from the noise.However i learned from graco's customer service that this was a common problems and that they fixed the wheel problem in the new models.I have to mention that when i called customer service about this they were amazing, so nice, and sent me knew wheels right away!

One thing they changed on the new model that i do not like is that they made the cozy boot cover half the size, its ridiculous.On my stroller the cover went right up to the hood, so my baby inside was nice and cozy and protected from the cold, let me tell you this was amazing.Now i see the cover only goes halfway, looks like it would only cover up to the baby's knees.

The hood was great too for protection, except now the hood does not dome high enough to fit over his head.My son is 35 in tall now, although only 19 months old and he just barely fits in the stroller, his head is already starting to pop higher than the top of the back of the seat.Also, i think they should of made the snack bar rotate/snap on and off instead of having to use both hands to squeeze the buttons on each side and then at the same time pull out the long bar from where its attached.This is now a pain because he no longer can just slide in the stroller, sliding his legs under the snack bar.

I have to say we no longer use this stroller.Once he got to about 11 months old i had to get a lighter weight stroller because i had shoulder surgery and the weight of pushing this heavy stroller with my son in it was too straining.I got a peg perego p3 pliko, and have been very happy with it since.However i would not have liked the pliko when he was a infant because it is not reversible, its a really good toddler stroller, andn the coachrider is a really really good infant stroller. PS - We were happy with the graco snugride car seat that came with the coachrider, the only thing was that my son grew out of the carseat before he was 4 months old (he was already 26 in).
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Reviews (70)

Car seat doesn't fit into shopping carts
We have this carseat/stroller system and overall we love it. The stroller is very easy to open/close and it has everything we need. Our only complaint is that the car seat does not fit into any shopping carts at any of the stores we shop at. So, if I am grocery shopping I have to carry my baby in the snugli or wait to have a babysitter or my husband home to watch the baby. That is one convenience that I miss.

I like it, but don't love it!
I registered for this travel system mainly for the price but also because it was the smallest I came across in my search for one. I am a short person and didn't want a big bulky stroller that I wouldn't be able to reach over the handle or carry in and out of the car. I like the pattern, it's very cute. I love just snapping the carrier seat onto the base or onto the stroller, it makes for easier trips! I like how it closes with one hand, however the scraping of the tray on the ground is a little annoying, which can only be avoided by using 2 hands. I also like pulling it out of the trunk and having it snap into place without any added work on my part. The thing that bothers me the most about this travel system is the headrest in the carrier seat. It has never kept my daughters head from rolling around and I've had to roll up a blanket to stick around her head to do the job instead!

Great Price, Great Travel system!!!
I love this system!The pattern is great for a boy or a girl.My DD loves it!The carseat is wonderful, with a headrest for infants so their head stays somewhat stationary.The stroller itself is lightweight and I can open it with one hand if necessary.I have scraped the tray several times when I close it though.That is not something that I am terribly concerned with since it is my mistake that I scratched the tray.I am just more careful now!The large storage basket is great.I use it for grocery shopping all the time!The carseat locks in easily and is very easy to remove.I also love the fact that this comes with the stationary base.DH has one in his truck and one in my car and all we have to move is the seat!Wonderful!That is the only thing that I will miss when we move to a convertible!

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Editorial Review

Eddie 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), 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

• Cup holder
• 4-point seat belt harness
• LATCH compatible
• Adjustable head, neck and armrests
• Detachable pillow