Here’s part two of a look at the gizmos and gadgets that we use with Kayley. Like part one I’ll review items that we use with Kayley, what I think of them and my interpretation of what Kayley thinks of them. In this blog I’ll be looking at the items that help Andrew and I take Kayley out and about.
Car Seat – Graco SnugRide 30: B is for Bear
Features: Can hold a child up to 30 inches long or 30 lbs. Handle can be moved forward and backwards. Has a canopy to keep sun and rain off of baby. Soft fleece cover with removable head support. Adjustable straps. Can be put into Graco car seat base and SnugRider Stroller Frame.
Kayley’s first ride in her car seat was the night we took her home from the hospital. She doesn’t necessarily like being strapped in it (what child does really?), but she’s happy once you start moving. I like it because it’s easy to put in and take out of the car with her in it. Plus it fits into the Graco stroller frame. Sometimes when we take her places we just take it out of the car and carry it, other times we just click it into the stroller frame and push her on the way. I personally don’t think it’s too big or too heavy compared to other car seats, and it fits into our car pretty well. A down side is that the car seat cover is made of fleece for the B is for Bear series, and thus Kayley can get hot pretty fast on really hot days. But we live in the Seattle area, so we don’t have to worry about that much. I overall really like our car seat and how easy it is to take Kayley on the go with it.
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| About to go home from the hospital |
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| Sleeping after a ride in the car |
Stroller – Graco SnugRider Infant Car Seat Stroller Frame
Features: Adjustable handle height, fold in half, light weight, storage basket, cup holders, swivel wheels, front and back wheel locks, any Graco infant car seat can fit it and lock securely.
I love that we have this stroller frame! It makes it so easy to take Kayley places. We just have to carry her car seat outside, our take it out of the car, click it into the stroller frame, and off we go! It’s not made for off trailing or anything like that, but it’s great for parks, malls, the neighborhood, etc. Plus it fits in the back of our car when none of the travel system strollers could because they were too big. It has the perfect amount of storage for those who don’t take their whole house with them when they go out (something I think people with travel system are encouraged to do because of ALL the extra storage they have). It’s easy to fold up and put into the car. And it’s really light, but not flimsy. So, if you have a Graco infant car seat, a limited amount of space in your car, don’t want a stroller that is a lot of hassle, this stroller frame is perfect.
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| Out and about in Leavenworth, WA |
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| At the zoo |
Baby Carrier – BabyBjorn baby carrier
Features: All adjustments made in front, easy to take baby in and out of, hold baby close and keeps hands free, can hold child facing you or looking outward.
The BabyBjorn is a fun and easy way to take Kayley on walks when a stroller is inconvenient, or because she wants to be able to look around more and be in an upright position. Since the BabyBjorn is like a backpack carrier you wear in front, it allows more air to flow through than a Moby Wrap does (in my opinion). Like the car seat, Kayley does not necessarily like getting strapped into it, but once you start moving she really seems to enjoy it. Especially now that her vision is getting better so she can see more of the world around her. The Bjorn has been great to take on some of our weekend trip and for walks around the neighborhood. And we’ve used it to carry her around the house when doing chores. Basically we like that we have the Bjorn, and we think Kayley likes it too.
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| Out and about on a mini walk by a river |
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| Inside the observatory at Mt. St. Helens |
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| Walking around at the zoo |
Baby Carrier - Moby Wrap
I like our Moby Wrap. It’s soft and comfortable to wear, and Kayley can snuggle in it. It keeps her comfortable against my chest and allows me to have free hands. Our Moby Warp was a hand-me-down from a friend and I’m super glad to have it. However, summer is coming and it’s getting hot, and our Moby Wrap has a fleece panel. This makes it so the wearer and Kayley get overheated if it’s hot outside. It’s perfect for cool evening though. I’m sure it will get more use once the summer months pass because I really like to wear it with Kayley and Kayley seems to be very comfortable in it.
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| She loves the snuggle time and to hold onto the side |
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| Andrew's comment: Guys can wear pink too! |
Diaper Bag – Fisher Price Precious Planets Large Tote Bag
Features: Large bag with lots of space, 3 elastic pockets, one outer zip pouch, easy to clean changing pad.
This diaper bag holds everything we could possibly need for a long day out. For quick little outings we use a small mini backpack that I’ve owned for a long time because the tote can hold a LOT and you don’t always need a lot with you. But when you want to be prepared with an extra receiving blanket, extra clothes for baby and an extra shirt for you, nursing cover, burp clothes, diapers, wipes and more, then this bag is perfect. Plus I think it’s super cute. ^_^
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| The only good picture with the diaper bag in it |
Hope you all learned something! Two more Gizmos and Gadgets entries to go! Stay tuned!
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