Baby Strollers

 Baby Strollers

On-the-Go Baby Strollers
By: David Cummings

Baby strollers are meant for people on the go, though not all baby strollers are made for all terrain. Some of the most simple baby strollers are wholly inadequate for someone who leads an active lifestyle. They sometimes get tripped up on the most innocuous of objects and can slow down or even derail any plans at fitness you may have. By the same token, off-road or active lifestyle baby strollers which are meant to be pushed along at relatively quicker speeds may have problems maneuvering in the tight confines of the aisles of department stores or supermarkets. The decision between the two is important, but with a little help the situation can be resolved.

First, you need to ask yourself if you are going to be taking your baby or toddler for runs with you in the park. If so, your baby stroller should accept your running, or at least jogging, gate. For men and women who are rather tall, this can be no easy task to accomplish. Even some of the best strollers may cause problems to those with wide running strides, making the stroller into an object that is always on the cusp of tripping you up.

Still, jogging strollers are ideal for the fit-conscious family who wants to take the baby along, especially over rough terrain. Some companies, such as Baby Jogger, specialize in fitness-oriented baby strollers and make design tweaks that are important to the runner with a baby. First off, the frame is much more heavy and durable. This is important when jogging or hiking over uneven terrain. The stresses of being pushed so hard and covering such varied ground put the harder frame to the test while lighter frames could encur damage and possibly injuring you, your baby, or both in the process. Also, off road tires are added. These types of tires feature larger sizes to facilitate going over bumps and prevent catching upon smaller objects that the walking strollers might cause. Finally, the higher ground clearance ensures that your baby stroller won’t cause problems when coming across the unexpected such as roots or dips in the road. All these factors should be considered by the family who wants a very active lifestyle which includes a baby-stroller riding child.

For the family who just needs to get around town, an off road model may be more of a headache than it is worth. Instead, parents should opt for city and town friendly models. These models are more comfortable to use for both your baby and you. First of all, there is usually an under-stroller carrying basket that allows the parent to store extra items like a small diaper bag, toys, and even a purse or other bag while pushing the stroller. Also, the smaller frame is generally lighter than an off road model, making it more maneuverable. Finally, the smaller wheels make pushing the baby stroller even more easy, though crayons on a floor, or a rock in the road, may tend to stop the stroller quickly in its tracks.

It is important to understand how you plan on using your baby stroller before purchasing. Once you know how you will be using it, finding the model that is right for you and your family will be a breeze.

Baby Carriers



Baby Carriers



Which baby carrier is best for your baby depends on different factors. Ponder the factors that apply before you get a baby carrier so you won’t get one that isn’t suitable for your baby. There are many kinds of baby carriers available made by different manufacturers. First, think of your infant’s age and weight and think of his growth. Initially, he will gain weight fast. The manufacturer may specify the weight and age for the carriers. Many carriers can adjust to baby’s size, so be sure to read the manufacturer’s information closely.

The next factor to think about is your baby’s comfort. You want him or her to be comfortable. Some baby carriers are made of uncomfortable materials. Strange to think this is so, but it does indeed happen.. Run your hand over the carrier on the inside to see if it feels comfortable to you. The best materials breathe and help keep baby (and you) cool in the warm weather and warm in the cold weather. Baby could get fussy if he or she becomes to warm while in the baby carrier, and that would definitely detract from his enjoyment of being close to you and feeling you breathe and seeing the sights. Think of the weather when you are shopping and browsing baby carriers.

You can look at a front pack carrier. It works for a mom or dad who is tall or short and of varying weights. Be sure to look at the weight limit for the carrier to see if it is good for your baby. Some front carriers have weight limits of twenty or twenty-five pounds. The back carriers are about forty pounds. The back baby carriers make it somewhat harder to place the bay in and get him out without assistance.

You may want a sling baby carrier. There padded and unpadded sling baby carriers. These carriers allow carrying the baby in different positions. The Asian kind of baby carrier is good for using with newborns and small babies.

The wraparound baby carriers are very comfortable because of their use of two shoulders to distribute the weight of the baby. They are actually easy and comfortable to wear a baby whether infant or toddler. They are versatile too because the different carrying positions which can be used. The ring sling baby carrier is also comfortable and it makes nursing discreetly very easy. It is good for use with newborns and toddlers since it is adjustable. Additionally, because of the adjustability, parents can be different sizes and still share its use. The pouch type baby carrier distributes weight on one shoulder, and it is very easy to learn to use. It is useful for quick errands and other short trips. It can be used with different carrying positions as well.

There is a market full of baby carriers out in the marketplace so the parent needs to be aware and find out what is best for the baby and for the person carrying the baby. Comfort for both is important and keeping the baby secure is a priority.



Baby Carriers



Baby Clothing

In today’s world there are nearly as many styles in baby clothing as there are babies crawling about. Parents who want modern clothing can find it at the nearest Wal-Mart, those who desire alternative forms of clothing for their babies can usually find it online, some people make their baby clothing by hand, cutting cloth and sewing together designs from patterns purchased at the nearest Hancock Fabrics location. The choices are nearly limitless and include styles and designs too numerous to mention completely.
Like in other areas of the fashion world, baby clothes designs never really die, they go in and out of style according to the whims of the populace which, in the case of baby clothes, means the whims of the parents. Right now one of those whims is leaning toward retro clothing styles.

The term retro can mean a number of things, but often refers to pop culture of the recent past. While its true that styles influenced by the pop culture of the 1970s and 1980s are becoming popular, there is another retro movement taking place and it leans toward classic or old world baby clothing. Designs that were popular fifty, sixty, seventy, and up to a hundred years ago are gaining popularity with parents all over the country.
For baby boys, billowing “rompers” are selling from a number of specialty shops and websites from around the world to a largely American clientele, as are two piece short & shirt sets and old-style coveralls. Classic designs for girls include mostly flowing dresses and female counterparts to the boys’ rompers.

Most of these designs can not be found in the average American store and many come from Europe and must be purchased online or by mail order. The British web site “Baby Classics” offers these styles and more to their customers, so many of whom are in the US that the company saw fit to quote their prices in dollars as well as British pounds. The outfits are expensive by most baby clothing standards, costing about the same as some of the more extravagant designer outfits for babies, but have found an audience because of the “cute” appearance of the clothing as it is worn by the infants or toddlers.

These extremely retro baby fashions may not be for everyone because off their unique looks and hefty prices, but many parents are jumping onto this classic bandwagon and dressing their babies in the fashions of long ago. Due to the cost and the delicate fabrics you probably won’t see a lot of these designs showing up at the local park for play dates, but don’t be surprised if you’re sitting in church or at some special occasion and see a baby dressed like she’s living in the 1920s.

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