A bouncer seat is a really helpful item to have on hand with a new baby, it makes chores & dinner time a heck of a lot easier. I often get asked for recommendations and the truth is there are lots of great options out there these days and the innovation is constantly improving. If you're looking to keep the gear clutter to a minimum but are looking for something versatile and with options, the new Ingenuity InReach Lounger and Bouncer could be a great pick for you. I recently had the chance to test it out with baby Walter and we've been loving it. Check out my video and review below.
TheInReach Mobile Lounger and Bouncer is a smart new product that gives you 2 types of seats in one. The seat is designed for babies 0-6 months with a capacity up to 20lbs. In lounger mode the seat sits at about 25 inches off the ground keeping baby in your reach and the uniquely designed frame on (lockable) wheels allows you bring baby with you from room to room keeping him close. For its size, the whole unit is fairly lightweight weighing in at 21lbs. The seat is cozy with a soft head support for newborns, a secure 5 point harness, breathable mesh sides, a simple to operate recline, a mobile with 2 hanging toys, as well as vibration and sounds options with 11 different melodies and nature sounds to choose from. To convert the seat to a bouncer you simply push the levers and slide the seat off the frame (you can see baby Walter enjoying the bouncer seat in the photo below). When the seat in in bouncer mode the frame can conveniently be folded for easy storage. The InReach Mobile Lounger & Bouncer comes in the Quincy fabric (pictured); it retails for $99 and is available at Walmart.com and Amazon.com.
The 2-in-1 design - with this product you get two pieces of baby gear in one, a great bouncer seat and a mobile lounger on wheels.
The height of the lounger - when in lounger mode it's about 25" high which puts baby closer to you, and in your reach. I love being able to pull baby W right up to the dinner table. I imagine if you've had a C-section this height would be really helpful, keeping your bending and straining to a minimum.
Attractive & gender neutral fabric- the Quincy fabric design is very attractive (not a flashy eye-sore in your home) and with a mix of gray, aqua, green, and orange, this is very much a gender neutral design.
11 different melodies & nature sounds- baby W loves the vibration of the seat and also seems to be soothed by the relaxing nature sounds (and there are many songs and sounds to choose from) as well as ConnectMe technology that allows you to plug in your smart phone or device.
To learn more about the InReach Lounger and Bouncer you can check it out here.
I'm so excited that our friends at Ingenuity are going to give one lucky reader their own In-Reach Mobile Lounger and Bouncer. To enter, use the Rafflecopter form below. Giveaway ends March 19th at 12am EST. Good luck!!
Thanks as always for stopping by and entering!
Note I was not compensated for this post, but was given this product for purposes of review. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
We've swaddled all three boys in their first couple months and they've all responded well to it; I'm pretty sure it's given us a few hours of extra sleep along the way. You can read more about it here. I was thrilled when the folks at HALO asked me to test out their newSwaddleSure Adjustable Swaddling Pouch with baby Walter. We've been big fans of their sleep slack transitional swaddles in the past, and are currently loving the HALO Bassinest, so I was eager to try the SwaddleSure.
The SwaddleSure Adjustable Swaddling Pouch is a newer design from HALO, and we're loving the innovation. It's user friendly (which is essential for us tired parents), and in the month we've been using it, it's worked really well keeping little Walter cozy and secure. The design includes adjustable fasteners to help you get a good fit, a three-point fastening system to prevent "breakouts", and a generously-sized leg pouch help baby's hips stay in the correct, frog-like position. To see the SwaddleSure in action, check out this video; it offers a great step by step tutorial.
I'm so excited that our friends at HALO are going to give one lucky reader their own SwaddleSure in a color and size of their choice (based on availability). To enter, simply use the Rafflecopter form below. The giveaway ends February 7th at 12am EST. Good luck!!
Remember to Discontinue swaddling when the baby shows signs of rolling over or breaking out of the swaddle wrap. HALO has some other great safety reminders here.
​Note I was not compensated for this post but did receive a SwaddlSure for purposes of review. As always all opinions are my own.
Budget Friendly Travel System- Review & Giveaway!
If you stop by often, you know I love baby gear, especially strollers and I love to talk about them. In my five years of parenting I've tried many strollers, with eight currently in my garage (not sure I should admit that). So often bloggers (myself included) focus on high end gear with often hefty price tags. Truth is that isn't always realistic, and if you're not able or willing to spend the long dollar it doesn't mean you can't get a great stroller/system.
Today I'm excited to talk about the InStride Easy Up Travel System from Ingenuity.
While I've used other Ingenuity products with great success, I was still more than pleasantly surprised by how much I like this system! It's got some great features and accessories that you'd find on a luxury system, but for half the price. The system has a sleek design, fairly smooth push, and good maneuverability. To see it up close and personal and hear more of what I think, check out the video, and then read a breakdown of the pros and cons below.
height capacity- up to 32"
- Only parent facing capability is if you use the infant seat clicked in... this is typical of 3 wheel strollers though with this design..
- The stroller collapses easily and fairly flat, but it would be nice if it folded in the middle for a more compact fold.
Note that I have only used this stroller for a couple months and have not had a chance to test the infant seat with a baby, though I have played around with it quite a bit. Thus far I am very impressed with the system and look forward to continuing to put it to the test. It's not all terrain by any means, and not perfect, but if you're looking for an everyday stroller/system with a great push and still budget friendly, this is a really great option! This system retails for $229.98 and is available exclusively at Walmart.com.
I'm so excited that Ingenuity is giving you all a chance to win this great travel system. One lucky reader will get the full InStride Pro Easy-Up Travel System in the Avondale fabric pictured.
To enter simply complete the Rafflecopter form below, and of course tell all of your friends! Note you must be at least 18 years old and a resident of the US or Canada to enter.
Feature Friday- Foxy Vida Satchel!
Congratulations to our winner- Hannah M.!
The satchel bag by Foxy Vida is 14"H x18"W x4"D, it's a great size for a day of outings and also a great option for traveling. It has 9 pockets (including the external zippered pocket, pockets on the side of the bag for baby bottles or water bottles etc, and its got a curved zipper closure. The bag comes with an adjustable over the shoulder strap and a vegan leather changing pad that is 16" x 22". The bag has a Cotton / Polylaminate exterior with a vegan leather bottom, and a nylon waterproof lining. Foxy Vida bags are designed by a mom & made in the USA. The satchel retails for $180 and can be purchased on the Foxy Vida website, on Amazon, and in select stores around the country.
* Comes with a great changing pad- often changing pads that come with diaper bags are small and flimsy, but the changing pad that comes with this bag is big (actually has plenty of room for your baby). The pad is made of vegan leather; it's well made & easy to wipe down.
I'm a big fan of Foxy Vida bags in general; I find them well made, very chic and yet simple (they go with everything & look good anywhere), and very comfortable to carry. The satchel in particular is a great bag for me with two kids (and my tendency to carry everything but the kitchen sink). My favorite thing about the satchel is how light it is. Some bags start off so heavy with heavier materials & hardware, that by the time you fill them with your stuff you can hardly lug them let alone with two kids in tow :-) If you travel light or only have one kiddo, you may consider the standard diaper bag from Foxy Vida. It's less money, lower profile (def. less of a bag to carry), and may be all you need. The great news about Foxy Vida Bags, is that you will be carrying them long after you are done with diapers.
I'm so excited! Our friends at Foxy Vida are going to give one lucky reader their own Satchel in the Stone 'Talvin' Chenille, pictured below. To enter this great giveaway, use the Rafflecopter below, with lots of different ways to enter. Note you must be at least 18 years old and a resident of the US or Canada to enter! GOOD LUCK!!
Thanks as always for stopping by!! Hope the weekend has lots of fun in store for you!
Note that I was not paid for this post, but Foxy Vida generously provided me with one of their beautiful bags for the purposes of this review. All thoughts and opinions in this post are as always 100% my own.
Happy Saturday and first official day of summer! Most of you know that I have a stroller obsession, and now that it's most definitely full fledge stroller season I want to talk more about strollers on here! I'm going to try to post reviews and info on the ones I'm using, and hopefully review a few new ones as well. I hope to be on here fairly regularly with Stroller Talk Saturdays, so stay tuned!
People are always asking me what stroller I jog with. The truth is there are so many fantastic options out there, many of which I've tried and hope to share with you on here. So many trusted brands are offering awesome jogger options. But, for the past year, I have really been loving the Baby Jogger Summit X3, both the single and double (based on who's home etc..). So, today I thought I'd give you a closer look at the Summit X3, why I'm loving it, what sets it apart, areas for improvement and hopefully answer any questions you might have for me as an avid user of both strollers. Its no secret that I am a Baby Jogger fan, and this stroller that was redesigned and put out last year is truly no exception.