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Buying For Baby?

Fasten Your Seatbelt!

By Julia Rosien

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Strollers
As strange as this sounds, decide what you need a stroller for. Will you be strolling indoors or out, taking long walks or short trips? Will it be for one child or more? Decide how important looks are to you and whether you want metal or plastic components. The more expensive the stroller, the more metal used to construct it, and generally the heavier it is to maneuver in and out of the car. Do you want one that reclines, or one that is lightweight and easy to fold up and pack away?

A lightweight stroller weighs less than 15 pounds and won't stand up to challenges like an all-terrain stroller. A jogging stroller should only be used after your baby reaches 6 months old because of her lack of muscle control. Whichever stroller you decide on, it probably won't be your last. Many families buy numerous strollers throughout the childbearing years to reflect changing family dynamics.

Look for a stroller with buckles that wrap around the waist and go through the legs -- a three point harness system. Make sure it has good wheel brakes and a locking mechanism to ensure it doesn't collapse by mistake. Test the handle height to see if it's comfortable for you and check whether any or all wheels swivel or remain front facing. Swivel wheels make it easier to maneuver indoors but get stuck on rocks or icy ground. Does it have an easily adjustable seat and canopy for napping on the go? Does it have a storage basket and washable fabric on the seat? Expect to spend $30 to $800 with the average price between $100 to $250.

"e have four children and we've gone through five strollers: two lightweight, one double, one regular and one all terrain," says Steve Miller of Ontario. "The best was the all-terrain. It weathered snow, rain, camping and three older siblings pushing it around."


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