Editorial Review

Baby Tad is a wonderful interactive toy that makes early learning fun andeasy. Baby Tad (short for tadpole) helps your preschooler learn shapes, colors, activities,and songs. When your little one presses a colored light-up button, Tad identifies the colorand shape indicated on the button. With his cheerful demeanor and infectious laugh, Tadoffers support and encouragement and will quickly become a close and trusted friend.Besides various greetings,a squeeze of Tad's hand brings forth favorite children's songs, sung in a squeaky, high-pitched voice. --Alison Golder ... Read more

Reviews (409)

Difficult to push buttons, turns off quickly
My 10-month old daughter always smiles when I bring out Baby Tad, but in my opinion the toy is not very well designed for babies. The buttons, embedded in fabric, are really hard for her to push. After a few seconds of not having any buttons pushed, Baby Tad turns off automatically, bringing a quick end to playtime unless I'm sitting there with her pushing the buttons. Could have been a great toy, but I think they missed the boat.

Baby Tad
I gave my granddaughter this toy on her first birthday, hoping it was not too young for her Every time I have seen her, she has been playing with it.She is 22 months and this time she started singing songs from it (unbeknownst to me).When I started singing with her, she brought it over and we sang every song together.What a perfect toy - colors, shapes, songs!

cute and playful but not for a 6 month old
My son learned to love this toy when he was about a 14 months old. It's a cute and now he enjoys it for about 5-10 minutes, but that's about it. The 6 month age suggestion is way too young! ... Read more

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Good Product!
I was really looking for an activity center that transitioned into a walker as I can't see spending a lot of money on just an activity center, then spending the same amount on a walker a few months later.After some searching I decided on this one. My 18 week old is 25 inches, and unfortunately, she is slightly too short as she is unable to put her feet flat on the base and is on tippy toes.However, the seat is very stable and holds her without her "flopping around."I tend to keep her in the activity center for only 15-20 minutes at a time since her feet aren't flat on the base. She loves it!!The toys are very interactive and got her attention immediately and she's figured out how to spin the seat with her hands instead of her feet (you can lock the seat if you don't want your child to spin).Also the toys are child friendly, no sharp edges or points like some other activity centers. I did have some slight difficulty putting the center together and would recommend using a power screwdriver when assembling the walker part of it.But, what children's toys don't have some sort of difficutly with assembly?Overall, I am very satisified with this product and would recommend it to any parent.

The design of the walker is not good
When my son was 6 months old, I brought this for him so that he can play and learn to walk. Then, the walker wheels can't move 360 degree, so my son can't walk in most of direction. As an activity center, this one is not bad. Nothing is perfect for both sides.

Worth the money
We bought this activity center when my son was 4 months and was very active and loved to stand up. The biggest selling point was that it transitioned into a walk-behind.I was concerned about spending alot of money for something he would only get to use a few months.I will agree with the other reviews in that there is no height adjustment-we stood my son on an atlas until he was tall enough to reach the bottom.He is now 7 months old and still loves it!He plays with everything on it except the organ which is still too hard for him to push.Overall it was the best baby gear purchase we have made. ... Read more

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Good, but not great!
I bought this stroller because of the buggy feature, color (there were few black strollers at the time), and high quality brand.I was generally happy with it, but I had a few issues:
1.It is not as easy to close as the American models
2.The fabric boot cannot be removed to be washed
3.The wheels are not as large as some similar models for better shock
4.There is no tray for cups, keys, etc. (there is a cup holder, but it is not as handy)

I did love the fact that you could move the handle either way so you could look at your baby or they could look out.

The best stroller-worth the money
This is by far the best stroller made. The ride is smooth. The fabric is classy--love the Italian fabric.I haven't had problems with the wheels--people who have, might need to change the wheel settings. The basket is a little hard to get to when using the infant car seat; however other strollers have similar problems when using the infant car seat. I also love that the handle moves, which allows me to see my precious cargo.This stroller is the Mercedes of all strollers.

My favorite stroller!!!!
I own 2 strollers.I've been searching for the perfect stroller since my daughter was born and I've finally found it!I started with the P3 (also a Peg Perego) because it is lighter than the Venezia and folds smaller.I figured that with the carseat I could create the same effect as the reversible handle.Boy was I wrong!My baby hates her carseat.And she did not like the P3 either because she couldn't see me.So I bought the Venezia.It is fantastic.My baby is happy because she can see me.And I'm happy because it is a plush, gorgeous stroller.

The wheels are not huge, but it handles fine on city sidewalks.This is not a stroller for grass and gravel, but few strollers are.That's where joggers come in handy.The wheels are bigger than they used to be - starting in 2004 Peg Perego increased the wheel size - they are now the same size as the wheels on my P3.I'm sure that has helped the handling.When you read reviews, pay attention to the age of the stroller because Peg Perego has improved it.

The boot is fantastic.It is so cozy.And you can unzip it, creating a bassinet effect which will also prevent toys (or your baby!) from falling out.The fabric is plush - it's so cozy and soft!

I find the handling to be great.Just remember to lock the wheels closest to the handle whichever way the handle is facing.What's great about this reversible stroller is that it has four sets of swivel wheels, so it handles great no matter which way the handle is facing.

The fold does take some getting used to.But it folds up (rather than towards the pavement) and stands when folded.I always keep one set of wheels locked (the ones closest to the handle in reverse mode).You can also fold it with things in the basket (like your raincover) which you can't do with the P3.It isn't terribly heavy.The 2004 and later models have handles to help you lift the stroller up steps while it is open or out of the trunk when closed.It takes up more space in my trunk than the P3, but I can fit both the Venezia and the P3 in the trunk at the same time.

The basket is HUGE!My P3 basket was ok, not really great.I found it hard to get things in and out.This basket is sooo roomy.Since 2004 the basket can be pushed down for easy access.

That said, there is 1 thing I don't like.The cupholder is a total joke!Nothing fits in it except a can of soda or the tiniest of water bottles.You can't even try to cram anything in there because it'll flip upside down.I clip a diaper bag (Kecci Mommybag) to the loops on the handlebar or hang my Skip Hop and stick my water bottle in the outside bottle pocket.

Also, I am keeping my P3 as a travel stroller.The Venezia doesn't strike me as great for airports since the fold is more complicated.But it is so wonderful that if I could do it all over again, I'd buy the Venezia now and maybe something like the Maclaren Triumph or Chicco Tuscany for toddlerhood. ... Read more

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It's O-K....
This carseat wasn't as great as I thought it was going to be.I first registered for it b/c this brand was what "all the new moms were getting".My son was born very little (only 6 lbs) and in July.He was sweating in this carseat after the first week or so and always cried in it.He grew so fast that by the time he was 2 months old, he was 14.5 lbs and squished into his carseat and cried even more when he was in it.His backside was always hot and sweaty.Not only that, the Primo Viaggio infant carseat was heavy to begin with but with the added weight of the baby, I was struggling.We bought the Britax Marathon carseat and changed him into it by the time he was 4 months old.He LOVES his carseat now and enjoys every car ride now that he's not squished, sweaty and uncomfortable.Seems that it was a waste of money to only use the infant carseat for 4 months.

Before buying, make sure base fits in car!
We bought this car seat because of the great review in the Baby Bargains book, and for the clean styling.After spending an hour trying to install it, we figured out that the LATCH system only works if you have the LATCH system installed on the BOTTOM of your car seat (not the latches behind the back seat head rests).Our car does not have the LATCH system at the top AND bottom of the seat.That is an *extra* updated feature.

We figred there had to be another way to install it without using the LATCH system...we went to the Highway Patrol who proceeded to tell us that there is a way to install it, but since our seats aren't flat enough in the back, the car seat won't work in our car anyway.Our car is an '02 Audi A4 - pretty common size in cars, I think.

Not really worth the money.The Highway Patrol said that he prefers (for safety reasons) the Evenflo car seats - but this one is a safe car seat if it fits right.Now I have to buy another car seat AND stroller since it went together with the Aria stroller....

NOT SAFE!!
I took this car seat to my local fire department for safe installment and I was told it was an unsafe seat for my baby b/c there is so much cushion b/w the baby and the plastic. The more cushion, the more air, and the more unsafe for baby.I am going out to buy a graco snugride.Do not waste your money on this seat, even if you want to buy a peg perego stroller to use with it. ... Read more

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A great fit!
This is a great seat!It was easy to install.I had it checked by a safety seat tech and he agreed it was a great fit.I purchased and returned several other seats including the Britax Marathon, which was not worth all the hype.The only down side is taking the seat apart to wash the seat cover.My 3 year old is comfortable and happy in this one!

caring mom
Over all this is a great seat.I bought this when my 8 month old out grew her carrier.The seat is a little trick getting it to sit correctly when you have to install in the rear facing position.After having this checked by a professional we were told that with some vehicles you must remove the base and reinstall it once you turn forward facing for the booster seat.My child loves this once she adjusted to the difference.

SAVED MY BABY'S LIFE *****
Very easy to install and use. My 21 month old son was buckled in this carseat when our family was involved in a roll over accident.Our Suburban was T-boned at over 60 miles an hour causing us to roll and land on the roof of our vehicle.My son came out of the accident with only a few bruises from the shoulder harnesses.It is the worst but the greatest feeling to turn around and see your babies hanging from their carseats and knowing that they did their jobs.You can bet that I went the next day and purchased the same seats for my 2 boys.My 4 1/2 year old was in the Graco Turbo Booster.Thanks to carseat manufactures and SAFE KIDS my babies are with me today. ... Read more

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Reviews (5)

Great for tall people
I chose this stroller after my Eddie Bauer stroller was destroyed in a car accident.

This stroller has many great features:

1.Tallest handle of any stroller I examined; great for taller parents because it prevents you from hunching over.
2.Contoured handle fits the natural angle of the wrist.
3.Great storage in the basket, parent, and child trays.
4.Easy folding mechanism.
5.Can be used with the Graco SnugRide, one of the safest infant carseats available.
6.Foot rest can be raised to secure an infant inside the stroller when the carseat is not used.
7.Full recline for younger babies.
8.Though heavy, it is a solid stroller; won't blow away in the wind.

What I would change about this stroller:

1.It folds down onto the wheel base and as a result is not self-standing once collapsed, making it very difficult to transport.
2.The brakes engage when folded down, so dragging the stroller on its wheels once it is folded is not an option.My Eddie Bauer stroller could still be pushed as normal even when it was folded.
3.The back seems too short; my five-month-old is already nearly too tall for it when lying down.
4.It is HUGE even when folded - make sure you have plenty of trunk space if you plan to travel with this stroller!
5.Wheels seem cheap.
6.The parent viewing window in the canopy should have a cover - it is much too big to be open all the time.

Still, I love this stroller and would recommend it to anyone who does lots of walking.

My husband calls it the "Swamp Buggy"
I give it 4 stars only because of the bulkiness. Other than that it is an awesome stroller. I chose it because I loved the matching carseat and wanted a complete travel system. It has a creme and black swirl pattern that is very suitable for a girl which is hard to find since most strollers are navy or brown and boyish looking. The clock and temperature feature are an added bonus. It is very easy to assemble which I did myself when I was 8 months pregnant. I have a small to mid sized sedan and it fits very well in the trunk with room to spare for groceries. It is easy to fold and unfold. I also like the idea that only the tires touch the ground when folded. My only wish is that it folded in an upright position instead of flat. If you are looking for a sturdy full size stroller that is girl friendly then this one fits the bill.

Two wheels have fallen off
I have had this stroller less than a year. Three months ago, a back wheel broke off at a plastic joint when I was trying to set it up. Got a new wheel from Graco and considered it history. Well, about two weeks ago, while on a walk, a front wheel broke off and the two wheels which make up a single front wheel assembly went down the sidewalk in two differnt directions. I am very glad that my son was older with a sense of balance(15 months) because the stroller lurched forward and very nearly threw him from his seat! When we took the assembly apart, the wheels are held on with very cheap locking washers that are completely rusted out! I store this stroller inside and take very good care of it. Both times, Graco has sent me new wheels for free, this past time, they replaced all four. I still consider this stroller junk and quite unsafe and am looking for a new one ... Read more

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great car seat
Love the car seat.The only bit of information I searched everywhere was this: The SnugRide infant car seat is to be used rear-facing only and is for infants up to 20 lbs and less than 26 inches tall. (from the gracobaby.com website).My 9 month old is under 20lbs, but is 28" long.

Great car seat
I have been using this carseat for my baby since birth ( a little over 5 months).It serves its purpose as a carseat.My baby is very comfortable in it.When we go to the store I just take the car seat out and put it in the universal car seat carrier and go.The handle is easy to hold and the shade is able to completely block out the sun.I would definitely recommend it and advise all moms to not waste their money on the more expensive car seats out there.

Although, Jordan hasn't been in it I love it.
Our second son was born 9 weeks too early and is still in the hospital. But should be coming home very soon. Anyway, I love this carseat. I love the look, and it is great for our little Ivy League. I love the pattern and colors. I can't wait for Jordan to sit in it. ... Read more

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Pretty good, but not good enough
I just purchased this stroller for my 3-year old daughter and my 13-month old son.I was so excited about this stroller and I couldn't wait to get it so when it came earlier than expected, I was thrilled.My husband put it together pretty easily so no problem there.The first thing I noticed that I wasn't too happy about was the fact that the front tire doesn't swivel (which is my fault for not noticing prior to purchase).This made it extremely difficult for us since we live in Philadelphia with constant turns and corners.Having to lift up the front constantly was a hassle I wasn't prepared to deal with.The parent/handle bar adjusts to different height settings, which is good but the bad part and probably the worst thing about this stroller is that after lifting up the front at every corner, after a while the handle bar began to click down by itself!It couldn't handle the weight of my children being lifted constantly (and they're of normal size and weight!) so the handle bar began to readjust itself to lower settings.Once it happened the first time, it didn't stop doing it.I had to readjust the handle every single time I took a turn.I was so disappointed that my brand new stroller was already malfunctioning after just one walk.I'd recommend this stroller only if you live in an area where you don't have to turn a lot of corners, because it'd be worth it.My children were extremely comfortable, it handles well over just about all terrains, it's got an extremely spacious cargo compartment, and it's really easy to handle.If you live in a city like me, don't waste your time or your money.

Tike Tech for my double trouble tots!
(I HAVE IT IN BLUE) What a great double jogger. We had a different one for our first set of twins but it just didnt fit the bill. for the double trouble, these are the features which make it the ONLY double jogger to buy-

* The seats graciously reqline, great for a sleepy 8 month old or a 3 year old!
* Plently of storage space, pockets on the sides and back of the canopies? WOW. And a removable spacious storage basket
* You really DO NOT need to remove the basket to fold the jogger, just be careful!
* The bar infront of the kids is great. My 3 year olds love to hold onto it, I can even attatch link-a-doos! My younger babies also like to attempt to rest their feet on it!
* The adjustable handle bar! Its great for if your rollerblading, short or tall, or walking. VERY easy
* The back wheels pop off very easily, therefore the folding is very compact, I dont have to bring down my 3rd row seating (which I NEED for 2 sets of twins!) I also fully anticipate packing this jogger and other beach neccesities in the truck when summer aproaches!
* It can handle rough terrain without a problem, it also manuevers great on mulch or grass!
* The kids are NEVER cramped (unlike in my other jogger where they would constantly bang eachothers shoulders)
* The foot rest is nice, my 3 year olds like being able to rest their feet.
* The rainshield is EXCELENT! It can just roll up on the canopies, and roll down if a sudden shower hits!
* The 5 pt. Harness is wonderful, I read the spotlight review about the stroller going upsidedown, I ALLWAYS have the harnesses on, and good thing you did too!
* Fits through a standard doorway, AMAZING!
* Can hold one kid without being unbalanced, a very nice feature

Just to let you know->
This stroller is ideal for outside activites (park, walking the dogs, stroll, beach, zoo, snow, ect.) but I would NOT recomend you using this stroller for the mall and regular outings like that, it is a JOGGER.

Experience->
When I got this stroller it was a little windy and rainy, but I just HAD to try it out, and my 3 year olds were really excited too. I had put Madison in the stroller (AND BUCKLED HER), the brakes were on, and I was just fixing Conners jacket. A HUGE gust of wind sent a bicycle that was next to us (all you parents probably know, there is always some kids toy outside!) down the drive way and I am almost certian that MAdison would have gone with it, but the brakes stopped it from rolling, it just sortof skidded a little bit and wobbled. IT DIDNT TIP! And thank goodness because a car had just turned the corner and totaled the disney bicycle! I am sure that Madison is okay due to the greatness of this stroller.

I would recomend it to ANYONE!

Great stroller with some limitations
With the arrival of our new baby we wanted to purchase a double all-terrain stroller so that we, and our sitter, could continue to take walks on the beach near our house.We have the single Tike Tech and love it for this purpose.It is well made.The beach is rocky and we were fairly pleased with its ability to handle the rough spots.

Unfortunately, the double stroller is not as great as the single for this purpose.Between the weight of the stroller and the weight of two children it is a significant workout to use this stroller. (For the record, my children are 2 and 7 months and weigh a total of about 45lbs.)

That being said, we have used this stroller on regular roads, sidewalks and gravelly spots and have been satisfied with the performance.We have taken it to the Bronx Zoo and it made it through the doorways and the childrens zoo with minimal issues. It has good sized under-seat baskets and has a pocket behind each seat large enough to hold a bottle/cup, diaper and a portable pack of wipes. Also, if you are using this as a jogger, it may work for you.

As for the head-bumping;I haven't had this be a major issue but I can see how it could happen.My son is a little better than 3 feet tall and is cutting it close when the seat is totally upright.He likes to lay back more so this doesn't cause us any problems as yet.

Something else I would like to add:The Tike Tech Company provides excellent customer service and a very solid product.The stroller arrives almost completely put together and is easy to adjust. Also, they have improved the canopy.It could still be better but the changes definitely helped.
Hope this helps. ... Read more

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

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Great Stroller
I wanted a compact lightweight stroller for quick on the go stuff.I am so glad I purchased this stroller.It is very light and compact.My daughter loves it and so do I.I use this stroller as my primary stroller now.Down side - no cup holder but one can be purchased for it.

Compact & Light
I purchased this stroller for my 4 month old daughter as a space saver and for travel.I have had no problems with the canopy slipping once I figured out that the tips of the canopy are bendabe.All you have to do is bend them a little and it stays in place.The canopy material is easily removable for travel. The metal bars that are left snap inside/on the back so they can't be broken off.

My daughter seems very comfortable and secure and mommy's back is greatful for the lightweight portability.I give the stroller 5 stars because it is a good product for those times during which the big stroller is not practical.It is also affordably priced.

LOVE IT! GREAT FOR TRAVEL!
I read the other reviews.Everyone is true, its a great stroller.However the person who said it was not good for travel is wrong!Having parts broken on an air plane has nothing to do with the stoller.I have had mine for 18 months and have taken it on 7 flights! ( DID NOT USE THE TRAVEL BAG ) We even took it to MEXICO.Once I got this stroller it has been my only stroller.We are always on the go and needed a great stroller. I don't know how much they travel, but a small stroller can be brought on to the plan and left in the wheelchair area!!!!!BY THE WAY, THE EDDIE BAUER BLUE DIAPER BAG MATCHES PERFECTLY. ... Read more

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Great 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.

Safe, comfortable, and easy to use
After contemplating convertible car seats for a few months while my daughter was still in her infant seat, I decided to order a Britax Marathon.I liked the fact that it would allow me to keep her rear-facing much longer than most seats (up to 33 lb.) and that it would allow me to keep her in a 5-point harness longer than most seats (up to 65 lb.).

The built-in lockoffs have been handy when installing the seat in vehicles that would require a locking clip otherwise.The seat cover and comfort foam are very plush (we have the Houndstooth print seat cover) and comfortable.My daughter has always been very comfortable in her Marathon, even on longer trips.

The best seat ever made!!!!
So happy that I chose the Britax Marathon. It was defineatley worth the wait after all the research that I have compiled over the past month with other mothers. Their experiences with the Britax Marathon made me feel so secure with my purchase.

If you are a parent whom is transitioning their little one(s) into a convertible. Then the Britax Marathon is the only seat you should consider. I am especially thrilled that the 5 point harness can handle the weight of a 65 lbs child and the maximum height of 49". That means my little jack will be in his seat for quite some time........thats reassuring!

I made my purchase online and after searching carefully. I purchased my seat at travelingtikes.comThere prices are competitive and sold the seat to me for $209.99 including shipping.

After recieving my seat I installed it in my car almost immediately. Even though the instructions were somewhat complicated to understand the seat did not budge once in place.

Im a happy Britax customer. I hope this info will help other parents in there never ending search for the best seat ever made! ... Read more

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So disappointed with stroller and terrible customer service
I am so dissapointed with my purchase of the Aria Stroller.My friends bought Graco stollers (and are so happy), but I had to buy what I thought was "the best", andgo with Peg Perego. I purchased the Aria because it was light weight. I spent $199 at Babies R Us. Immediately, I noticed that the carseat did not snap in easily into the stroller.Then, the stroller hood (which provides little protection) looked bent.I always had to pull the fabric to make it look even.Another problem was everytime I opened the stroller, the infant's cup holder would roll out into the street.It does not snap in correctly. There appears to be a crack in the tray. These were minor problems, although frustrating, but I could overlook them.After a few months of use, I found a small piece on the floor. The attachment that reclines the seat, fell off. It is easily a choking hazard. We cannot put it back on.Now, it is very difficult to recline the seat up and down.Next, one of the buttons popped off of the side, so I can't open and close the stroller without sticking a key or pen in the side.Obviously, this is very difficult and inconvenient with an infant.I just found another piece that "popped off", and I can't figure out where it came from. I just feel that for the price, this stroller is a piece of junk. It's very "rickety".I'm also disappointed with the support that it provides my son.The Graco strollers look like they "hug" and "support" the infant. The Peg Perego Aria model does not.
I was so upset, so I e-mailed Peg Perego. I did not receive a response.After a few weeks of waiting, I called Peg Perego customer service.I explained all of the problems that occured over 7 months of use.I was told that they would replace two parts, but they would not replace the item.The sales representative even told me that the warranty is for one year, and it's almost one year, so there's not much they can do.If a warranty is for a year, that should be for the full year. Plus, last I checked, we have 12 months in a year, not 7 months.Customer service was so unsympathetic and unhelpful. I was so surprised and disappointed.
I would never purchase a Peg Perego item again.Save your money.

No more clunky stroller
I remember when my 13 yr. old was a baby. Her stroller was horrible. It was so clunky... hard to open and close. For my new daughter I purchased a Metalica Aria and I couldn't be happier. I recommend it to my neighbors,friends and relatives. I demonstrate how light weight(only 4lbs.) and easy it is to close while holding my baby on my hip. Not to mention that I live on the 3rd floor of an apartment building without elevators so, finding the right one was my main concern. A few weeks earlier I bought a PegPerego car seat. Well, to my amazement it works with the stroller.You see there is a latch hidden in the seat of the stroller that the car seat snaps into. Finally, someone got it right. No more clunky stroller.

GREAT for disabled parents
I am a new mom to a little boy (5 months now) and I am a paraplegic. That means I am in a wheelchair ALL THE TIME!! When I was pregnant I searched for every light weight stroller that I could and this was the only one easy enough to lift, fold and unfold from a sitting point.

This stroller has been a lifesaver. It allows me to still have all the independance I had before having a baby.Early on, I used the GRACO snugride carseat to go with it as a travel system and I just recently started using it without the carseat.

Everyone tells me they love how my sroller looks too, so it's very stylish. =) ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Strollers    3. Lightweight Strollers    4. Midsize Strollers   

Editorial Review

Sometimes you just have to put down your little bundle of joy and give your arms a rest! Butwhere can you set someone who may not be able to sit upright? The Gymini 3-D Activity Gym may be theperfect answer. This award-winning portable, washable gym is easy to assemble. Simply spread the3-foot-square quilt on the floor and enjoy a vivid animal circus in red, white, and black. Slide two pliablearches into the corner sockets of the quilt, so that they cross diagonally. Clip the beads, rattles, and mirrorsinto the hole-punched arches. The dangles can be repositioned for endless variety. Babies can lie on theirbacks and stare up at the colorful dangling toys. The gym will improve babies' hand-eye coordination, andsoon they'll be reaching, stretching, kicking, pulling, and rolling--an adorable sight! To put away the gym,simply remove the arches, fold up the quilt, and tuck all the parts into a handy waterproof carrying case.--Kathryn Gustafson ... Read more

Reviews (247)

Can't get enough
We couldn't find very many black, white and red toys so we purchased this as soon as we saw it...and thank goodness we did.Our son loves it and can't get enough of it.

My son can't take his eyes off of it!!
My son loves this product.I love the bright colors and all the different interchangable toys you can purchase to go with it.Easy to wash and folds easily to store!LOVE IT!!!

THE BEST EVER
This gymni is a great buy. I bought this for my daughter when she was two months old and it was the greatest toy ever.She loved looking at the toys at first and begun to kick her legs.Within a few weeks she would bat at the toys and pretty soon she could grab them.This was the greatest toy for my newborn she could lay under it for hours.Which made housework so easy for me because she was very happy under her play gym.Great toy and I recommend it for any newborn.After she was to old for the gym at about six months when she could sit up.She now enjoys playing with the detachable rattle, mirror and music box. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Gyms    3. Baby and Infant    4. Learning    5. Toddler    6. Stuffed Toys   

Reviews (25)

newMNmom
I love this product!!My husband and I looked for a new stationary toy that my 4 month old could use.She loved to stand at and early age, and I wanted her to be able to play while she did this.This has been a great for her!At first her toes barely touched the ground, but now at 6 months, she can touch the ground and has a great time in it!The other review said her son had a hard time turning around.It is a little hard to turn in, but I can tell when she wants to see the other side, so I turn it forher.She can easily move back and forth in it though and I think it's been good for her to learn how to use her feet to move around.She loves the bells, and really starts dancing when the music plays.She also loves the mirror and the stationary toys.I agree it is big and not easy to move between rooms.But it is so worth it in the end.I would recommend this to anyone.

Fun for my little one
My 7 month old daughter loves the intelletainer, we got this when she was 5 months, it keeps her busy. She loves to play with the the plastic gears, the mirror/clock and the toys a lot. The only thing I didn't care for is its big and wide that it won't fit in between doors if you want to move it to another room.

Wonderful
We actually bought this entertainer when my son was only three months old, so we could have it ready when he was ready.I saw it in the store and was so impressed with everything it had on it, especially all the educational things!It was really easy to put together.My son was a lap-standing baby pretty early, and he would want to stand all the time, which, of course, it's hard to find the time for.I put him in this for the first time when he was just four months old, and he cried at first because his feet didn't reach the ground...so I just put a pillow underneath, and he loved it.At first he just liked to pull and chew on the bell, but now he does everything (he's not quite six months).He turns himself around, he plays with the clock/mirror...this keeps him busy for up to half an hour, sometimes a bit longer!I would definitely recommend this! ... Read more

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

Reviews (100)

Don't waste your money on this swing!
This swing was given to us as a gift while I was pregnant with our 3rd child. I was excited as the other swing I had for my first two were the "old fashioned" wind up kind. The first thing I noticed was the fact that even as a newborn my daughter looked huge in this swing, and she was only 5 pounds. The seat is very small. Next, we could not get my daughter to like this swing at all. It was loud, even without the music, the motor clicks, the toy mobile was loud and she screamed the whole time she was in it. The toy bar scared her terribly. So we decided to wait until she was older to use it.. now 4 months old, she still hates it. She screams so loud that she makes herself sick. So I took it back to toys r us where it was purchased. They were so fantastic! They took it back no questions asked, and gave us full credit. I decided to let my daughter try out the swings while we were there. The decision came down to the ocean wonders cradle swing and the baby papasan swing. The choice was clear, hands down. The baby papasan. First the seat was huge, she is now 14 pounds and has TONS of growing room in this, she lays so comfortably, and adores the birds and leaves mobile and the mirror on the bottom of it. It was quiet and the music was not annoying. The ocean wonders was good also, but the seat also seemed very small. Yes the baby papasan is more expensive but worth every penny and because of the size I guarantee you will get alot more use of it than this item. Now she loves her swing, naps in it, plays in it, and gives me much needed free hands!

Great Swing
My daughter, and we as parents, love this swing!We bought this when my daughter was two months old and she still loves it at 18 weeks. She will play with the link-a-doos for a while then falls asleep.She also enjoys watching the toybar.I like the fact that the seat inclines, there's a variety of music w/volume control, and a swing speed switch.However, I will admit that any speed above the #1 setting seems a bit to fast for my comfort.Also, the swing doesn't take up a lot of space when not in use as the legs fold together - this also helps in moving the swing.I cart this swing all around my house and take it the grandparents when visiting. It is very light to carry.Overall, I would recommend this product to any parent.

need to be a bit bigger
Thisis a good one. I like the colors and the music. However, it could be made a little bigger for comfort and also to accommodate infants of upto 9 or 10months (or upto 40 pounds). We bought this for my sister when she is 4 months and I am not sure if she is going to be in there for too long... ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Swings   

Reviews (9)

HORRIBLEPRODUCT AND VERY UNSAFE!!!!!!!
I purchased this for my daughter and thank god it was before she was born. This is absolutely the worst product I have ever purchased! I bought it because of the pattern, the canopy and the flip down changing table. I thought it was too perfect! Well, it was far from perfect! I had a very hard time setting it up. And the bottom would not stay down on the floor, so it would keep folding up. The bottom plastic was all cracked, little hairline cracks and it was missing a piece to the changing table, so I couldn't even assemble that part! It was very heavy to move around, so not good for travel. And for as long as it took to put it up, I didn't even want to touch it to take it down. Because the bottom wouldn't stay down, it would cause the it to fold up underneath which in turn could make it collapse. My husband helped to disassemble this product, and found it very flimsy and even difficult to take down. I was very disappointed with this and am glad I was able to return it to the store and exchange it for another one. I would have never put her in this and would have thrown it out for the trash if I wouldn't have been able to take it back. I purchased the graco newport bears pattern and am more than pleased. It was half the price and was easier to put together. It doesn't have a changing table, but it will work great as I am not worried about it collapsing or folding up on her. Safety overrides luxury anyday with me! So please before you puchase this, read all the reviews and just be aware that I feel that this is a very unsafe product and I want to warn all parents about my experience with it.

Hard to set up!
Wouldn't recommend. Very hard to assemble & I found this extremely hard to set up & take down. Very disappointed in this product.

DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT...
...unless you are able to open it up before buysing and check to make sure it can actually be assembled!

After spending nearly an hour trying to decipher the vague and poorly detailed instructions/diagrams for assembly, I reached a point where I could not continue where one of the support poles could not be properly inserted into the bassinet fabric.

After contacting customer service, apparently the area had been "overstitched" to where the pole could longer be inserted all the way through and I was told I would have to order a new bassinet fabric altogether and wait an additional 7 business days for it to be ordered and sent to me.(And Judging from the rep's precognitive "guess" as to what my problem was, it was also very apparent that this was not an isolated issue but probably one affecting several other customers in the past as well.)

After realizing the total lack of professionalism practiced by this company - selling a defective product - I began to seriously think about simply returning the product in exchange for a NON-Baby Trend product; and after now reading several other reviews warning against the safety of this product as well, I will MOST DEFINITELY return it and never buy another Baby Trend play yard product again!

Save you money, time, piece of mind - and YOUR BABY'S LIFE - by not buying this product!!! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Playards    3. Furniture   

Reviews (18)

Love this car seat!!
This is not the car seat I originally wanted but I bought it because I thought that it had a lot of padding and would be comfortable for my 8 month old daughter.I am glad I did buy this car seat because it is wonderfull.It was easy to put together, easy adjusting, and very comfortable for her.I loved the leather look on the sides of it too.I would defenitly recomend this car seat to anyone.My sister even bought the same one for her daughter and loves it as well.

I loved this carseat after I got to know it
i bought this seat without a lot of information, however have come to love this seat. The adjustment strap is akwardly positioned however my daughter who hated her snug ride enjoys it.FYI I am from the Chicago area and the Fire Department installs carseats for FREE!!, it took them about 10 minutes because I do not have the latch system in my 2000 accent and they also showed me how to work it and it is fairly easy.They put some styrofoam noodles in it which made the adjuster easier to access and it reclines more.I like that it has a level on the side to make sure it is properly positioned.The technician was also impressed with the carseat and gave it a good critique in comparison with some others.

Love it overall, but has a few snags
I bought this carseat for my son and LOVED it! I love the cup holders, the pattern is nice and versatile. But the cover is not very practical in the fact that I washed it after my son got sick and a corner of it shredded in the wash. Sadly, new covers are very pricey. Overall I love this seat, just wish the cover was more sturdy. ... Read more

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Reviews (89)

Fun, Fun, Fun!!!
I just purchased this toy for my daughter and she really likes it alot.She is 4 months old and can easily grab the handles and shake it.We have a lot of the Lamaze toys and her two favorites are this cube and Freddie the Firefly.I highly recommend it!

Favorite toy
My now 7 month old loves this toy. She has played with it since around 5 months and it hasn't gotten old yet. She plays with it in the car and in her crib. It is a great toy and doesn't make alot of noise.

My 8-month old absolutely loves this
She'll play with this toy for 30 minutes straight.It makes lots of little noises (not electronic) and has plenty of things to grab onto with little hands.I definitely recommend it. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Baby and Infant    2. Learning    3. Toddler    4. Hand-Eye Coordination    5. Stuffed Toys   

Editorial Review

Tot Wheels is a well-designed and versatile "lowchair" forbabies in the 6- to 18-month range. Three rubber feet around the squarebase help keep the chair motionless, but when they're popped out of theway it's possible to pick up the rear handle and move the unit aroundon two large plastic casters. There's a tray for meals and games,complete with a see-through panel; onto this can be attached theelectronic activity center, which has a mirror, lights, steering wheel,and sound effects. The cloth seat snaps on and off and is washable.Height is adjustable. Adult assembly and two AA batteries required.--Richard Farr ... Read more

Features

• All-plastic construction
• Food/game tray
• Electronic activity module
• Height adjustable
• Moves on casters

Reviews (119)

Better than the bouncers
Having three children I decided to go with the walker. We never used one before because it was never recommend by Dr's. This center is the best. It has stoppers so don't fear your little one can't move. Pull them out and you can push them from room to room with you with the handy holder in the back. The baby loves it and I think it's great. Also, Mom's who have taller babies this one lasts longer than the average bouncer;seems it adjusts higher than the others.

great walker
My son is 6 months old and he loves this walker.He will sit int it and play by himself for at least 30 minutes.

I really like the three tabs that come down to make the walker stationary.They really work and the walker doesn't move even on the linoleum in my kitchen.Also, while the walker doesn't fold like many of the other walkers on the market, it easily comes apart and goes back together.We took it on a trip to my mother's and it was no hassle at all.I also like that the toy panel comes off to reveal a plain base that I can add my own toys to if my son ever gets tired of the toy that comes with the walker.

The only reason I did not give this walker 5 stars is that periodically one of the buttons on the toy panel just quits working.All of the others continue to work, though, so it's really not a big deal.

Watch your feet!
My daughter loves her walker; however, the only area she has to use it in is the kitchen and she is always running over my feet.Beware, it is cute, but it hurts! ... Read more

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

Editorial Review

Toys that grow with your child from infancy to toddlerhood are well worth their cost. The Classical Chorus Gym is one such toy, allowing your child to explore music at every stage of his development. As an infant, your child can lay on his back and bat at the hanging toys while the keyboard plays 10 different classical or nursery melodies, some with a children’s chorus. You can set the music to play continuously for up to 10 minutes, or only when your child successfully hits a toy, teaching him cause and effect. When your child learns to sit, the keyboard adjusts with him to the proper height, and then adjusts one more times to accommodate a standing or walking child. At these stages, you can set the music to play part of a song when your child presses a key or let your child experiment with scales and individual notes. The keyboard’s "singing" stars light up as music plays to further delight budding musicians. The Classical Chorus Gym requires three "C" batteries for operation. --Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• Infant toy combines music with sit- or stand-and-play activity
• 3 ways for Baby to play
• Parents can set to provide up to 10 minutes of music
• Plastic legs fold down for sit-and-play mode

Reviews (189)

Great for all ages!
I love this toy!Someone bought it for us when our baby was born.She's been using it since she was about 2 months old and had enough control of her arms and legs to bat at the toys that hang down.She is now 6 months and sitting up so I converted it so the sitting stage and she still plays with it all the time.When she was learning to sit up it was great too because she would keep her balance by hanging onto the keys and "playing" music.My nephew is 18 months and he still plays with his everyday.This is the only toy that has consistently captured her attention and she will play with this toy for at least 20 minutes at a time.

could be better designed
My main problem with this toy is it confuses my four month old.He hits a key, and a star above the key lights up.So he hits the star, and nothing happens.It's a small thing, but this toy would be so much better if either the keys lit up, or if he could hit the star and have it make a noise too.
I love how easy it is to set this up.The legs come off and on very quickly.My son can't sit up on his own yet, so I take the legs off the keyboard, prop him up against me, and have him play.And I really like the large variety of music.I think this is a pretty good toy, and definitely worth $30.

Must have!!!!
I love love love this toy!!! My daughter had used it from the day she was born. Now she uses it to pull up and stand. She has never once tipped over when trying. This is one of the few toys that she can stand and play with since that is big in the house now. This toy has gotten more use than any other. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Baby and Infant    2. Learning    3. Electronic Learning Aids (ELA)    4. Electronic   

Reviews (8)

Built Much Differently Than Other Jumpers...
I originally wrote a review about this giving it 5 stars, but since my son has learned to jump using his Graco Bumper Jumper at my house, he can't figure out how to jump on this one at his dad's house and ends up getting very frustrated.The toy bar is great.He loves it and likes looking at his reflection.
It's built backwards, if you will.Most jumpers have springs that coil together as the child jumps up, and stretch as the child comes back to the ground, allowing him to be pulled back into the air- allowing him to jump and giving him the assistance needed to jump off the ground.This jumper is built backwards.I'm not sure if it's my jumper or Evenflo built this one funny.As the child is placed into the jumper, the coils come together.The top of the sheath (this holds the straps) over the coils is on top of the coils, which allows the jumper to be built the way it is.So picture this... the child is trying to jump, when usually, he can be pulled into the air.For the child to get started jumping on the Evenflo, in theory, he has to pull himself *down* to get the spring action to jump up.For a baby, this just doesn't work.
I'm giving it two stars because the toy bar is great and my son eventually figured it out.He still LOVES the Graco Bumper Jumper much better, and it even has the pads to prevent him from hurting his fingers.Please consider the Graco instead.Your child will thank you!

Not for very young babies, but perfect for "sitters!"
We bought this for use at Grandma & Grandpas house when my 7.5 mon old and I planned an extended trip to see them. We have the FP Jumperoo at the house, and while my daughter liked it, there was NO comparing her reaction to this jumper! She LOVED it. Especially since it gave her the ability to move in a gentle swaying motion, turn in circles and of course, bounce.
For those who gave this a less-than-stellar review, I'd recommend:
A) using this on an older baby, not a 4-5 mon old. (Keep in mind that the instructions recommed that the baby should be able to sit unassisted!) and
B) use in a DOUBLE witdth doorway! There is NO WAY this could be safe in a single doorway. Baby's fingers and head would be dangerously exposed to the door frame.

Dangerous!
This product was not worth the money!!I put my 4 month in it and he tilted to one side and he couldn't even jump or move in it. Ours came put together wrong, but there isn't anything we can do to rectify their manufacturing mishap.My son is a large 4 month old so I know it isn't because he isn't big enough to bounce in it.I would not buy it.It is going back to the store and we are going to buy the old fashion johnny jump up. :) ... Read more

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