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Friday, April 18, 2014
Discount Cybex Aton Infant Car Seat (2013) - Heavenly Blue
Best car seat this is our 5th Cybex wouldn't buy any other brand! Plus I love all the colors. People always stop and ask me where I purchased it. It is really unique looking and one of the lightest and well made on the market. Mine fits into my bugaboo stroller with the maxi cosi stroller adapter. It's a nice combo it sits up really high unlike most strollers and since my husband and I are tall it's a back saver.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Review of JJ Cole Urban Bundleme
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List Price: $49.95
Sale Price: $41.62
Today's Bonus: 17% Off

I started with the Original Bundle Me because I was using a friend's but she was also pregnant and needed hers back so I purchased this one and I like the JJ Cole Urban Bundle Me better. Here is why: the faux sherling on the original, was prone to pilling of the fabric and caught lint, hair and other debris. The original was heavier and a bit bulkier. I like the fabric of the Urban Bundle Me better. It's lighter weight and the exterior material wipes clean easier. Overall the product is great and does what it says, which is keep your baby warm. Having tried both the original and this Urban version, I like this better.
My mom bought the Toddler Urban BundleMe for us for Christmas, and when I took it out of the package, I saw that they had made changes to it. The infant one I had was bought off my baby registry when I was halfway through my pregnancy...so, sometime in May of 2009, I received it. This Toddler one not only has the elastic strap in the back, but it also has extra quilted fabric at the top of the back half of the bunting. It's elasticized, and meant to be stretched over the top of the stroller seat. I don't know if that's just a new thing they've begun doing with ALL Urban BundleMes (infant *and* toddler), of if it's just exclusive to the toddler one, but whichever it is, that extra way to secure the bunting to the stroller seat WORKS. I never had to break out the velcro and the snaps. I simply pulled the back of the stroller seat forward, slipped the elastic strap over the back of it, and then also pulled the elasticized extra fabric over the top of the seat. I can recline the seat of my City Mini all the way when necessary, and the back of the Urban BundleMe stays securely attached. I'm so thrilled! I've also noticed that the interior is a softer, more velour-like material than what was in my old infant Urban BundleMe (which was also really nice, but this new fabric is even softer!).
I'm so glad I just decided to stick with the Urban BundleMe! I live in NYC and don't have a car, so having a way to keep my daughter warm and cozy in her stroller is essential. We use the subway nearly daily, and when there's no elevator to take (which is often, since NYC has such a terrible subway system), I can just take my daughter out of the stroller, keep the Urban BundleMe in the stroller, lift up the bottom of the BundleMe to find the folding mechanism on the City Mini, lift up the stroller and go. No dirty blanket dragging on the ground, and it's one less thing I have to hold while climbing the stairs. Soon after we get to the top, my daughter is tucked back into her BundleMe, warm and ready to go. On really cold days, I also use my stroller's rain cover. And there's plenty of room inside the Urban BundleMe to fit another blanket if I really think it's necessary. It's so wonderful to not be stuck indoors just because it's cold out. If anything, my daughter is much more comfortable than I am when we go out to run errands!
1) Remove the stroller's canopy using the buttons on the sides & unvelcroing the sides
2) Pull the stroller's straps through the appropriate slots in the Bundle Me (there is even an additional slot on the Bundle Me that corresponds well with the stroller's strap for folding the stroller!)
3) Unsnap the top-most fasteners that attach the back of the stroller to the stroller's frame
4) Pull the elastic strap on the Bundle Me over the top of the stroller back. I didn't even bother trying to stretch the top of the Bundle Me over the top of the stroller it is holding fine like this.
5) Re-Snap the top of the stroller back together & reattach the canopy. (The Bundle Me elastic strap will be going around the back of the stroller in between the middle and top snaps on the stroller frame).
6) Make sure that your baby still fastens-in securely and go for a warm walk! :)
The Bundle Me may not fit "perfectly", but it definitely works and I am very happy to have it.
List Price: $49.95
Sale Price: $41.62
Today's Bonus: 17% Off
I started with the Original Bundle Me because I was using a friend's but she was also pregnant and needed hers back so I purchased this one and I like the JJ Cole Urban Bundle Me better. Here is why: the faux sherling on the original, was prone to pilling of the fabric and caught lint, hair and other debris. The original was heavier and a bit bulkier. I like the fabric of the Urban Bundle Me better. It's lighter weight and the exterior material wipes clean easier. Overall the product is great and does what it says, which is keep your baby warm. Having tried both the original and this Urban version, I like this better.
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This is not a universal cover because it does not work with the 2 most common jogging strollers. The entire line of Baby Joggers (City Mini, City Elite) and BOB strollers have connected hoods/mesh to the back of the seat. You can not slip it around so it will never be secure. The company really needs to advertise that it absolutely must slip behind the back of the seat. Most common strollers it is okay but most jogging strollers (which I think is what you use the most outside) you can not use this item. Big disappointment. Hope this saves someone else from the hassle.Best Deals for JJ Cole Urban Bundleme
I loved the infant Urban BundleMe we used last winter, but my daughter was too long for it when I tried to reuse it earlier this winter. The bigger issue, though, was the fact that we upgraded to a City Mini stroller last April from our infant car seat/snap & go stroller set up we had last winter. The Urban BundleMe worked fabulously in our Graco SnugRide 32 car seat. After many attempts, however, I had to conclude that there was no way to install the Urban BundleMe in our City Mini without having to give up something else. You can either get the elastic strap over the back of the seat securely (by unsnapping and unvelcroing parts of the City Mini seat from the stroller frame), but then you lose the ability to recline the stroller's seat. Or, you can put the strap over the back of the seat just by pulling the seat forward and slipping the elastic over the back of it that way, but then it doesn't stay on well at all and the entire back of the BundleMe then keeps sliding down and bunching around your child's waist and hips in the stroller. I ended up spending a lot of time reading about various stroller buntings, trying to find one I liked as much as the Urban BundleMe, but that I could put in the City Mini stroller, recline the seat, and know it would stay put. I also didn't want it to cost too much more than the Urban BundleMe. I finally just decided I couldn't find anything that I was willing to give a try, and planned on sewing either velcro, or large snaps, or both on to the back of a Toddler BundleMe and on the back of our stroller seat, hoping that would do the trick.My mom bought the Toddler Urban BundleMe for us for Christmas, and when I took it out of the package, I saw that they had made changes to it. The infant one I had was bought off my baby registry when I was halfway through my pregnancy...so, sometime in May of 2009, I received it. This Toddler one not only has the elastic strap in the back, but it also has extra quilted fabric at the top of the back half of the bunting. It's elasticized, and meant to be stretched over the top of the stroller seat. I don't know if that's just a new thing they've begun doing with ALL Urban BundleMes (infant *and* toddler), of if it's just exclusive to the toddler one, but whichever it is, that extra way to secure the bunting to the stroller seat WORKS. I never had to break out the velcro and the snaps. I simply pulled the back of the stroller seat forward, slipped the elastic strap over the back of it, and then also pulled the elasticized extra fabric over the top of the seat. I can recline the seat of my City Mini all the way when necessary, and the back of the Urban BundleMe stays securely attached. I'm so thrilled! I've also noticed that the interior is a softer, more velour-like material than what was in my old infant Urban BundleMe (which was also really nice, but this new fabric is even softer!).
I'm so glad I just decided to stick with the Urban BundleMe! I live in NYC and don't have a car, so having a way to keep my daughter warm and cozy in her stroller is essential. We use the subway nearly daily, and when there's no elevator to take (which is often, since NYC has such a terrible subway system), I can just take my daughter out of the stroller, keep the Urban BundleMe in the stroller, lift up the bottom of the BundleMe to find the folding mechanism on the City Mini, lift up the stroller and go. No dirty blanket dragging on the ground, and it's one less thing I have to hold while climbing the stairs. Soon after we get to the top, my daughter is tucked back into her BundleMe, warm and ready to go. On really cold days, I also use my stroller's rain cover. And there's plenty of room inside the Urban BundleMe to fit another blanket if I really think it's necessary. It's so wonderful to not be stuck indoors just because it's cold out. If anything, my daughter is much more comfortable than I am when we go out to run errands!
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I just bought the JJ Cole Urban Toddler Bundle Me in Ice. While researching, i wasn't able to find any reviews that showed that it fit the Baby Jogger City Select Seats. It FITS!!! So, you just remove the canopy, put it over the top (it fits nicely!) And you can put the canopy back on. Voila! When the foot rest of the BJCS seat is extended all the way, the bag comes just a little bit further. It fits the seat quite well and is so soft on the inside! I love it! Thought I'd help out all you BJCS Moms out there.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for JJ Cole Urban Bundleme
I was unsure whether or not to order this Bundle Me due to contradicting reviews. I decided to try it and add a review to help others in the future. This Bundle Me DOES fit the Baby Jogger City Mini. To get it on:1) Remove the stroller's canopy using the buttons on the sides & unvelcroing the sides
2) Pull the stroller's straps through the appropriate slots in the Bundle Me (there is even an additional slot on the Bundle Me that corresponds well with the stroller's strap for folding the stroller!)
3) Unsnap the top-most fasteners that attach the back of the stroller to the stroller's frame
4) Pull the elastic strap on the Bundle Me over the top of the stroller back. I didn't even bother trying to stretch the top of the Bundle Me over the top of the stroller it is holding fine like this.
5) Re-Snap the top of the stroller back together & reattach the canopy. (The Bundle Me elastic strap will be going around the back of the stroller in between the middle and top snaps on the stroller frame).
6) Make sure that your baby still fastens-in securely and go for a warm walk! :)
The Bundle Me may not fit "perfectly", but it definitely works and I am very happy to have it.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Discount Graco Highback TurboBooster Car Seat
Customer Ratings: 
List Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $49.18
Today's Bonus: 2% Off

I bought it because it is recommended by Consumer Reports and also it is probably the narrowest booster seat out there with good test results. My child is happy with it. Oh, and the price is right too, much cheaper than Britax which I also have for my other child. Comparing between the two of them, the Britax probably has slightly better fabric, but in terms of cushioning, I find them pretty much the same.
However, this is NOT an appropriate seat for any child below the age of 5-6 regardless of their weight/height.
I realize on the product description that they say this item is approved for children as young as three. They need to change this immediately! Children as young as three are not physically or developmentally ready for a booster. They are likely to climb out, or unbuckle themselves, or move the shoulder strap behind their back which is very dangerous. (You will notice that all new cars that are manufactured now no longer have lap belts only as they are so unsafe)
Children that are less than 5-6 can be seriously injured if riding in any kind of booster seat. They need to be in a five point harness still. Their skeletons are too fragile for a the "three point harness" of an adult seatbelta five point harness spreads crash forces over a larger, stronger portions of the body (shoulders, hips, crotchwhere there are strong bones) and an adult seatbelt, even when the child is in a booster, crosses their abdomen too much instead of their hips. If you were to get into a crash, many of their internal organs in their abdomen could be lacerated (cut into internally) and they could bleed to death inside in a matter of minutes.
I really hope you will consider keeping your young children, who I am sure you adore and love very much, in a five point harness. There are many on the market that have higher weight limits (All that I have listed here go up to 50, 60, 65, 70, or even 80 pounds)these days... Britax Frontier, Diono Radian, Graco MyRide, Graco Size4Me, Britax Marathon, Evenflo Maestro just to name a few.
My daughter was happy to get carseat she had another one but she it was stolen. She sat in it and wiggled around a bit with a smile on her face. She complained about the head 'cushions' were touching her ears. But within 10 minutes on the road she was sound asleep. Her head fell forward a bit but not as much as in the other chair. What made me give 5 Stars was what happened when I was taking her from the car: she was still sleeping, when I lift her out she cried out and said "Put me back in the seat"!! I put her back in the seat and she adjusted herself as if to continue sleeping there instead of on her bed!! (100% honest)!!!
If I had to change one thing I would make the arm handles moveable i.e. able to move from horizontal to vertical. This feature facilitates easier entrance and exit to and from the seat.
Well, this was the maiden voyage (first ride). Will update if anything further develops.
UPDATE 08/17/13: 2 years later we are still using this car seat. She is about 50" and 60lbs, so she will outgrow maybe in a year. Still comfortable. Have it with the back upright still. Very Durable! Nothing is wrong with it and she rides it 6 of 7 days every week. Long trips and all.
List Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $49.18
Today's Bonus: 2% Off
I bought it because it is recommended by Consumer Reports and also it is probably the narrowest booster seat out there with good test results. My child is happy with it. Oh, and the price is right too, much cheaper than Britax which I also have for my other child. Comparing between the two of them, the Britax probably has slightly better fabric, but in terms of cushioning, I find them pretty much the same.
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I am an RN and a Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (I work at Childrens' Hospital in OK) and want to point out that these are WONDERFUL booster seats.However, this is NOT an appropriate seat for any child below the age of 5-6 regardless of their weight/height.
I realize on the product description that they say this item is approved for children as young as three. They need to change this immediately! Children as young as three are not physically or developmentally ready for a booster. They are likely to climb out, or unbuckle themselves, or move the shoulder strap behind their back which is very dangerous. (You will notice that all new cars that are manufactured now no longer have lap belts only as they are so unsafe)
Children that are less than 5-6 can be seriously injured if riding in any kind of booster seat. They need to be in a five point harness still. Their skeletons are too fragile for a the "three point harness" of an adult seatbelta five point harness spreads crash forces over a larger, stronger portions of the body (shoulders, hips, crotchwhere there are strong bones) and an adult seatbelt, even when the child is in a booster, crosses their abdomen too much instead of their hips. If you were to get into a crash, many of their internal organs in their abdomen could be lacerated (cut into internally) and they could bleed to death inside in a matter of minutes.
I really hope you will consider keeping your young children, who I am sure you adore and love very much, in a five point harness. There are many on the market that have higher weight limits (All that I have listed here go up to 50, 60, 65, 70, or even 80 pounds)these days... Britax Frontier, Diono Radian, Graco MyRide, Graco Size4Me, Britax Marathon, Evenflo Maestro just to name a few.
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So overall, this is a good product. It has extremely high safety rating (which was the most important part to me) and it definately aligns the seatbelt where it needs to be. It's also super cute and my daughter says it's comfortable. For that I give it a 5. However, there are 2 design flaws first is that the arm rest is fixed so my child cannot buckle herself in as the arm rest blocks her ability to do so. Second is that the guide where the seat belt goes through (the shoulder guide) is a total pain in the you know what to put the seat belt through...and you cannot leave the seat belt in this guide: you have to take it out each time to retract the seatbelt and then after you reach over to lock your kids seatbelt (because they can't do it themselves) you then have to reguide it through. Overall, I'm happy with the seat because it's SAFE and cute (and my child loves the cup holders...) but I wish it was a little more "parent-user friendly".Honest reviews on Graco Highback TurboBooster Car Seat
First I checked for the safest seat. This came up as one and it was reasonably priced too. I loved that it was available in different colors but the Spitfire was my favorite dark so any dirt from use won't show up but the green contrast. The instructions are very clear and detailed with accurate diagrams.My daughter was happy to get carseat she had another one but she it was stolen. She sat in it and wiggled around a bit with a smile on her face. She complained about the head 'cushions' were touching her ears. But within 10 minutes on the road she was sound asleep. Her head fell forward a bit but not as much as in the other chair. What made me give 5 Stars was what happened when I was taking her from the car: she was still sleeping, when I lift her out she cried out and said "Put me back in the seat"!! I put her back in the seat and she adjusted herself as if to continue sleeping there instead of on her bed!! (100% honest)!!!
If I had to change one thing I would make the arm handles moveable i.e. able to move from horizontal to vertical. This feature facilitates easier entrance and exit to and from the seat.
Well, this was the maiden voyage (first ride). Will update if anything further develops.
UPDATE 08/17/13: 2 years later we are still using this car seat. She is about 50" and 60lbs, so she will outgrow maybe in a year. Still comfortable. Have it with the back upright still. Very Durable! Nothing is wrong with it and she rides it 6 of 7 days every week. Long trips and all.
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My daughter is 4 years old and about 34 pounds. I bought her this seat and the belt goes right across her lap, and properly on her shoulder. The seat also holds the belt in place really well, so I don't have to worry about it sliding around. She says it is really comfortable, it has tons of padding. She has only used it twice and can already buckle and unbuckle it by herself. The pattern is really cute, too.
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