Graco 4Ever All-in-One Convertible Car Seat
I received this item as a baby shower gift after noticing it was on everybody's go-to guide for new moms. I did a lot of research before choosing this one, because a car seat is one of the biggest and most important purchases you will make. The brand itself brings safety and reliability to this car seat, as Graco has been a prominent name in the baby industry for a while. I love the fact that this car seat can grow with your child all the way up to ten years old. I have 2 children toddler and infant ages that both fit snug and securely. There are two cup holders on either side of the seat which is perfect for your child as he or she gets older for snacks and drinks. My toddler likes to use one as a place to hold her toys. The padding is removable and washable so spills and stains aren't an issue which is a huge plus. Here's the highs and lows for me:
PROS: easy to use; grows with child; 2 cup holders; very safe; easy to convert; comfortable; wide weight range
CONS: gets hot and sweaty for baby due to material; harness gets tangled easily; pricey at around $300
All in all, I would highly recommend this car seat to other parents. Safety is a big issue and this is one of the best out there to keep your mind at ease. The price is definitely worth the hype because you won't need another car seat again and it provides functionality, comfort and ease of use.
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PROS: easy to use; grows with child; 2 cup holders; very safe; easy to convert; comfortable; wide weight range
CONS: gets hot and sweaty for baby due to material; harness gets tangled easily; pricey at around $300
All in all, I would highly recommend this car seat to other parents. Safety is a big issue and this is one of the best out there to keep your mind at ease. The price is definitely worth the hype because you won't need another car seat again and it provides functionality, comfort and ease of use.
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Graco Snug Ride Click Connect Car Seat
I received this car seat as a gift for my firstborn baby. I was expecting something bulky but it is suprisingly lightweight and not too hard to carry. It easily clicks with a 5 point harness for my little one and it seems comfortable. My favorite things about this car seat are that it is fairly cheap at about $90 and a good solid car seat. It has a very nice canopy that my daughter loves and it keeps the sun out of her face at many different angles. It's easy to remove from the base so you can keep the baby asleep while shopping or going to the doctor's office. The padding can be washed so you don't have to worry about messes or accidents. The negatives that I have encountered are that it although the weight goes to 30 pounds, the height limit is what stopped my daughter from staying in this because she is so tiny but taller. I wish they would have extended the height more so she could have used it longer. Also, the shoulder straps are a bit difficult to tighten even with force and always feel like my daughter could be strapped tighter. The only other thing was the straps could not be taken out to wash so we had to manually clean it when my daughter spit up. All in all, this is a good car seat for the price, but I would rather have the all-in-one forever car seat that grows with my child.
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Maxi-Cosi Pria 85 Max Car Seat
I received this product in exchange for reviews, but all opinions are of my own. When I first got the car seat out of the box I was taken away by how stylish and classy it looked. In my mind, this is like what a celebrity rides their kids around in! The material is so plush and luxurious and the car seat itself is very big. Here's what I thought about it:
PROS: material is soft; padding can be removed easily to be washed; the awesome click-magnet makes getting your child in much easier;it sits tall so my baby can see out of the back; the seat isn't as bulky in the back so the passenger has more room; I LOVE the harness holder that keeps the straps out of the way while your getting the child loaded up; more cushioning on top for baby's head; the color is so different and nice (nomad) and didn't seem to get as hot as other black seats which is super important if you live in the south like I do! The fact that it grows with your child up to 85 pounds is amazing! It has extra air cushions on the side of the seat as an added safety feature
CONS: the car seat is somewhat heavy compared to its counterparts; the straps are difficult to loosen and tighten;cup holder can't hold sippy cup
This car seat met all of my expectations and then some! It's super comfortable and my baby falls asleep in it while are driving all the time. My husband is very tall and the fact that he has more room driving or being a passenger makes his ride more comfortable too. It's easy to clean and you won't find a more posh looking car seat on the market. Even though the straps are a little difficult to work with, this is still an awesome car seat with cool features. I definitely recommend this car seat!!!
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PROS: material is soft; padding can be removed easily to be washed; the awesome click-magnet makes getting your child in much easier;it sits tall so my baby can see out of the back; the seat isn't as bulky in the back so the passenger has more room; I LOVE the harness holder that keeps the straps out of the way while your getting the child loaded up; more cushioning on top for baby's head; the color is so different and nice (nomad) and didn't seem to get as hot as other black seats which is super important if you live in the south like I do! The fact that it grows with your child up to 85 pounds is amazing! It has extra air cushions on the side of the seat as an added safety feature
CONS: the car seat is somewhat heavy compared to its counterparts; the straps are difficult to loosen and tighten;cup holder can't hold sippy cup
This car seat met all of my expectations and then some! It's super comfortable and my baby falls asleep in it while are driving all the time. My husband is very tall and the fact that he has more room driving or being a passenger makes his ride more comfortable too. It's easy to clean and you won't find a more posh looking car seat on the market. Even though the straps are a little difficult to work with, this is still an awesome car seat with cool features. I definitely recommend this car seat!!!
Buy HERE on Amazon