Babyhome Emotion Stroller & More On SALE!

Zulily is having a SALE on Babyhome products. Prices are discounted by up to 70%! You can snag the awesome, lightweight Emotion stroller for just $139.99 (original price $299.99).

Emotion Stroller - $140 (original $300)

Dream Bassinet - $150 (original $150)

Taste High Chair - $75 (was $170)

Wooden Rocker - $75 (was $180)

So-Ro Single Cradle & Table - $120 (was $400)

Night-light Bed Rail - $60 (was $80)

10 Best New Strollers For 2016

I'm always on a lookout for great new strollers and the upcoming year looks very promising in stroller land! Here are some wonderful strollers to look forward to in 2016.

Babyhome Vida Plus - $599

The Vida Plus is based on the Babyhome Emotion and Vida strollers. Same compact, lightweight frame. However, Vida Plus has a reversible seat that transforms into an infant bassinet! At only 16 lbs, the Vida+ is one of the lightest reversible strollers on the market! The frame can also be used with a lightweight seat when your child is older. Talk about versatility!

FEATURES:

• Compact and lightweight 
• Reversible seat
• Seat converts to infant bassinet
• Adjustable handlebar
• Bumper bar included
• One-hand recline lever
• Large, easy to access basket
• Flip-flop friendly break
• All-wheel suspenssion
• Folds with the seat attached
• Travel system compatible
• Suitable from birth to 33lbs
• Will be available in 2 colors

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE HERE.

GB Maris - $750

Goodbaby International has entered the luxury stroller market with their incredibly innovative Maris stroller. This stroller is beautiful and made with some futuristic elements, never before seen on strollers!

FEATURES:

• Slim frame (21" wide)
• Front of stroller, including foot rest is die-cast one piece, without any hinges or seams
• Elegant design
• Light catching, aluminum details
• Reversible seat
• Unique central hinge with 'memory' buttons to reverse the seat
• One hand fold
• Folds with the seat facing in either direction
• Stands when folded
• All-wheel suspension
• Swing-away bumper bar
• One hand recline lever
• Multiple recline positions including flat
• Expandable canopy
• Adjustable leg-rest
• One-step flip-flop friendly break with red or green indicator 
• Travel system compatible
• Infant carrycot available
• Suitable for birth to 55lb
• 6 Color options + luxe black

Due in stores Summer 2016

Peg Perego Book Cross - $499

The Peg Perego Book stroller we know and love is now available as 3-wheel, all terrain version! 

FEATURES:

• Premium Chasis that folds inward (like a book)
• Large 'Soft-Ride' wheels with wide thread and all-wheel suspension
• Hand Break
• Remote front wheel swivel control (no need to touch the wheel to lock from swiveling)
• Travel system compatible
• Multi-position seat recline, including flat
• Large canopy with mesh insert
• Swing-away bumper bar
• Adjustable leg rest
• Adjustable handlebar
• High quality seat fabric
• Large basket
• Standing fold
• Suitable from birth to 55lb 
• Matching infant carrycot and footmuff available 
• 3 color options
• Made in Italy

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE HERE.

Peg Perego Book Twin - $650

Just as wonderful, as the original Book stroller, but now for two! 

FEATURES:

• 29" wide will fit through doors
• Travel system compatible ( can take 2 car seats!)
• Multi position reclining seats
• 'Soft-ride' wheels with suspension 
• Simple, one-hand fold
• Folds inward like a book
• Stands when folded
• Adjustable leg rests
• Bumper bar with gate opening
• Large canopies
• Mesh ventilation system in the back of canopies
• Extra large basket with 3 pocket dividers for storing small items
• Storage pockets in the back of both seats 
• High quality textiles
• 3 color options
• Made in Italy

 Available for purchase HERE.

Valco Baby TriMode Duo X - $799

Valco Baby is an Australian company that's been creating durable, rugged strollers for the past 50 years. What makes Valco's twin strollers unique, is that many models can accommodate up-to 4 kids!

The TriMode Duo X has been designed with a slimmer and lighter weight chassis, while still retaining all the awesome features characteristic of this brand.  

FEATURES:

• Only 28" wide
• Can accommodate a third 'Joey' seat in the front
• Adjustable handlebar
• Multi-position seat recline including flat
• One-hand recline
• Adjustable leg rests
• Removable bumper bars with gate opening
• Expandable canopies
• Mesh ventilation panel in back of canopy
• All-terrain, pneumatic wheels
• Quick release wheels
• Simple fold
• Folds in to protect seat fabric
• Travel system compatible
• Bassinet compatible
• Large basket
• Storage pockets in back of seat
• Color - Tailormade Night (premium fabric)
• Weight capacity - 88lbs (44lbs in each seat)

Available for purchase HERE.

Bumbleride Speed - $549

Speed is the newest addition to Bumbleride family of durable, high quality, Eco friendly stroller. It is a designated jogging stroller with huge rare wheels and all-wheel suspension.

FEATURES:

• Weighs 23.5 lbs
• 3 steering modes: locked front wheel, 30% swivel, full 360% swivel
• SPF 45+ canopy 
• OEKO-TEX certified seat fabric 
• Rugged, all terrain pneumatic wheels (16" rear, 12" front)
• All-wheel suspension
• One-step compact fold 
• Multi-position recline
• One-hand recline mechanism
• Adjustable handlebar
• Reflective logo for night safety
• Large basket
• 4 Color options

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE HERE.

Mutsy Nexo - $299

The Nexo is the newest and most compact stroller in the Dutch company's fleet of luxury strollers. While more affordable than the Mutsy Igo and Mutsy Ivo, Nexo is still a beautiful, sophisticated, and very user-friendly stroller.

FEATURES:

• Weighs only 19lb
• Compact fold
• One-hand recline lever
• Multi position seat recline including nearly flat
• Adjustable leg rest
• Telescopic adjustable handlebar
• Leather accents
• Beautiful, luxurious textiles
• Removable, swing aside bumper bar
• All wheel suspension
• Large, easy to access basket
• Flip-flop friendly break
• Travel system compatible
• Suitable from birth to 50lb
• Will be available in 2 color options

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE HERE.

Oxo Tot Cubby Plus - $399

If you're a fan of Oxo Tot products, you'd be happy to know that the brand has made a plunge into the world of baby gear with two strollers, the Cubby and the Cubby Plus.

FEATURES:

• One-hand fold
• Stands when folded
• Unique adjustable harness that can be tighten similarly to car seat harness
• Telescopic adjustable handlebar
• Deep seat recline
• Adjustable leg rest
• Large canopy with pop-out sun visor
• Ventilation panel in back of canopy
• Two storage pockets in back of seat
• Extra storage pocket built into the canopy
• Upgraded seat fabrics
• Travel system compatible
• Flip-flop friendly break
• Expandable storage basket
• Suspension

Due in stores June 2016

Austlen Entourage - $849

The Entourage stroller by Austlen Baby Co, is a stroller like you've never seen before! No wonder it was one of the winners of the JPMA (Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association) innovation awards. This stroller is made with a unique, extendable frame and can be used in over 30 different configurations. It can handle up to 150 lbs of combined weight! The 3-stage expandable frame allows for multi-child configurations with ample room for lot's of cargo.

• 3-Stage expandable frame
• 150 lbs combined weight capacity
• Includes expandable market tote
• Front seat suitable from birth to 50 lbs
• Large canopy with sun visor and peek-a-boo window
• Swing away bumper bar
• Adjustable leg rest
• One-hand seat recline
• Adjustable handlebar
• Leatherette accents
• Attractive, high quality textiles
• Removable washable seat fabrics
• Suspension
• Compact fold
• Stands when folded
• Can be used as a single or double stroller
• Travel system compatible (can take two car seats)
• Option of reclining, parent facing seat or stowable jump seat for 2nd child
• Available in 2 color options: Navy on silver frame and Black on black frame

Available for purchase HERE.

GB Pockit - $250

It seems like there's an on-going competition among stroller brands to create a stroller with the smallest fold, convenient for travel. Well, this year, GoodBaby International outdid them all with the ultra-tiny Pockit stroller, which folds down into a 12x14x7-inch rectangle that would actually fit into a backpack! The GB Pockit was recognized as the 'world's smallest folding stroller' by the Guinness World Records!

FEATURES:

• Weighs 9 lbs
• Fold to 12 x 14 x 7"
• Suitable for 6 months to 55lb

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE HERE.

Mamas & Papas Urbo 2

Every time a new stroller arrives at our humble abode, my older son seems baffled, "Another one?" You'd think he would have learned by now that adults need their toys too. 

Here's what this mama is currently playing with, the Urbo 2 by Mamas & Papas. Little Missy and I are putting this stroller to the test and will get back to you soon with a full review. 

Nuna MIXX Stroller Review

I've been attracted to Nuna products that are made to very high standards, ever since purchasing the Nuna Leaf baby lounger for Little Missy,

The MIXX is the third stroller in the Nuna lineup. I'm very excited for the opportunity to review it, thanks to the wonderful people at Baby's Den. Of course, as always, all the over-opinionated opinions are entirely my own.

First Impression

The Nuna MIXX looks like one of those strollers that pretty much has everything. Think of your stroller "shopping list" and it will probably check most, if not all of the daily requirements. Of course everyone has different needs, but when it comes to every day, city use and baby's comfort, MIXX has got a lot to offer.

The stroller can be used with the reversible seat unit or as a travel system with the Nuna PIPA car seat. 

Included with the stroller are car seat adapters a rain cover and a 2 year warranty from date of purchase. Nuna will also be releasing a parent cup holder and a baby snack tray soon, sold separately.

If you're in the market for a full size, high quality stroller, the MIXX is definitely worth checking out.

The Nuna MIXX is available in 4 colors and sells for $499

Dimensions & Weight

Stroller width - 23"

Stroller length - 30"

Handlebar height - 40-43"

Stroller weight with seat- 25 lb (not including canopy & bumper bar)

Seat width - 11.5"

Seat depth - 8"

Seat back height - 19.5"

Edge of seat to foot rest - 7.5"

Suitable for: birth to 50 lb

Seat Unit

The seat is easily reversible so that your baby can face you or the world. It's made with convenient handles on either side with unlocking buttons built in. The handles make it really effortless to lift the seat off the frame. 

There's a one-hand, five position recline, including a nearly flat position. The recline is achieved by pressing a little lever. I love how easy and effortless it is! No dreaded straps to deal with. I also love that the backrest reclines independently of the seat, unlike many strollers that are made with a 'bucket seat'.

The seat is very plush and the seat textile is Oeko-Tex certified. This means that it's ecco friendly and free of any harmful substances.

There's a swing away, fabric covered bumper bar which can be opened on either side or removed entirely. To open the bar, you need to press a button on the side of the stroller, which is pretty typical. What I find slightly annoying is that the same button needs to be pressed in order to close up the bar. It's not a big deal, but I'm just not a fan of unnecessary extra steps.

There's a small storage pocket in the back of the seat to hold your small essentials, like phone and keys.

I've tested the stroller out with the help of 10 months old Little Missy and 2.5 year old Ben. Although the seat was incredibly comfy and quite roomy for both, Ben will probably outgrow it height-wise by the time he's 3. For reference, Ben is 29lb and 36" tall.

Overall, I think the seat on the MIXX is one of the best I've seen, and this is coming from a huge stroller snob.

Textiles

I've always been very particular about stroller textiles (what am I not particular about?!). The seat fabric on this stroller is super soft and luxurious, with a slight ribbed texture. As I mentioned before, it is Oeko-Tex certified. The fabric seems breathable which is another one of my major requirements. 

And here's the really good news: the seat fabric is removable and machine washable! LOVE that!

Leg-rest

If you've read any of my other stroller reviews, you know how I feel about leg-rests. If you're new here, well let me tell you, I think a leg-rest is absolutely essential! Who wants to sleep with their legs dangling down? If you ever tried to fall a sleep on an airplane, you'll know what I mean. Good, comfortable sleep requires stretching out, as nature intended. This is why I place a huge importance on a good leg-rest when evaluating a stroller.

The leg-rest on this stroller has 3 positions and is adjusted via two buttons on either side. The lower end of the leg-rest is covered in rubberized fabric, which helps keep it clean.

In regards to the length of the leg-rest, it was just perfect for Little Missy with some room to spare. When I tried it out with Ben, it sagged under the weight of his legs. It was also too short for him to stretch out comfortably. Since Ben doesn't really sleep in strollers anymore, I am not particularly concerned by this.

On a plus side, I really like the sturdy plastic foot rest on this stroller. It is sufficiently wide to comfortably support Ben's feet and is easy to clean, unlike the fabric covered footwells on many other strollers.

Canopy

Ahh, the canopy! MIXX has a really wonderful, expandable canopy. There's a large mesh peek-a-boo window with a magnetic flap on top. Once the extra panel is zipped out, there are two more mesh windows on either side.

The front visor can be tucked inside the canopy or zipped off. The canopy is lined for optimum protection from the elements.

While I really like this canopy, I wish it extended even further to the bumper bar like the canopy on the Snap Ultra stroller.

Steering

The Nuna MIXX rolls along on 7" inch foam front wheels and 11", hard rubber rear wheels. The stroller has all-wheel suspension to help absorb those pesky bumps in the road. The front wheels can be locked from swiveling (helps if you're navigating grass or snow). Both sets of wheels have quick-release buttons so you can pop off the wheels for more compact storage. 

The MIXX is not an all-terrain stroller by any means, but for regular city life it's sufficient. It goes over grass and handle small cracks in the pavement. It does stumble over raised obstacles like tree roots and raised pavement.

As for steering, this is not one of MIXX's strong points, especially with a toddler. With 10 months old Little Missy steering was tolerable, though not amazing. With Ben in the stroller steering became pretty sluggish. The stroller feels heavier then it's listed weight and once you have a larger toddler in it, pushing becomes a bit of a workout. Maybe it's just me. I'm a 5'2, 110 lbs weakling. Perhaps a larger parent would not have any trouble. 

The stroller also lacks curb pop. Pressing down on the handlebar to lift up the front wheels did not work for me, especially with Ben in the stroller. To lift up the front wheels, I had to push down on the rear axle with my foot. To be fair, I've learned to do this with a lot of strollers but I still wish it wasn't so.

Harness

Nuna MIXX has a tangle-free, breakaway harness which can be used as a 5 point or a 3 point harness. The length is really easy to adjust and the crotch pad is really cushy and stays in place. The strap pads are a little stiff but happily don't slide down.

Handlebar

The handlebar has an ergonomic shape and is height adjustable via two buttons on the inner side.  According to my measurements from the ground, the handlebar adjusts from 40" to 43".

The top portion is coated in rubber which makes it surprisingly comfortable to grasp. Again, good thinking on the part on Nuna designers. Having rubber instead of foam on the handlebar, means it will not wear out as quickly.

One little quirk that I found is that when extended, the handlebar wiggles slightly. This a bit annoying, but then again a few of my other strollers have the same quirk.

Under-seat Storage

I LOVE the basket on the MIXX. It's gigantic and has a compartment divider. Here I have in it my large purse, a baby blanket, pack of wipes, some diapers and some toys. As you can see, there's still plenty of room left. This is a really great basket to go grocery shopping with and keep your baby essentials and groceries neatly separated in the two compartments. 

The basket is really easy to access since the seat sits pretty high on the stroller. 

The Fold

This stroller has one of the best folds I've seen on full size strollers. It can be folded with the seat facing in either direction.

The fold is is one-step, but requires two hands. Unfolding the stroller can be done with one hand. All you have to do is pull up on the handlebar and give the stroller a little shake to snap it open.

When the seat is facing forward, the stroller folds with the seat in, which protects the seat fabric.

There's an automatic lock which engages when the stroller is folded. 

The folded stroller rests on it's wheels and can also be pulled along on it's rear wheels like luggage. 

The Break

MIXX has a rear wheels locking pedal break which is flip flop friendly - my favorite kind!

Recap & Ratings

Nuna MIXX is a very well thought through, full featured stroller with just a few minor quirks. Besides for being loaded with user-friendly features MIXX is very attractive and has a clean, modern look. While MIXX has a maximum weight capacity of 50 lbs, your kids may outgrow it in height well before reaching the weight limit.

Pros: 

1. Reversible seat
2. One-hand, true flat recline
3. Adjustable leg-rest
4. Swing away bumper bar
5. Luxurious Oeko-Tex certified textiles
6. Machine washable seat cover
7. Expandable canopy with mesh windows
8. Huge basket
9. Simple fold with seat facing in either direction
10. Adjustable handlebar

Cons:

1. Heavy
2. Sluggish steering with toddler
3. No curve-pop
4. Slight wiggle in extended handlebar
5. Leg-rest sags under weight of toddler's legs


I've decided to give the Nuna MIXX four out of five stars rating. I think this is a very intelligently designed stroller. The seat unit, the fold and pretty much everything else on this stroller is as good as it gets, with the exception of the push. The stroller is also rather heavy which exasperates the sluggish steering. If Nuna only shaved a few pounds off and made the stroller a little more maneuverable, the MIXX would be just perfect!

Once again, I'd like to thank The Baby's Den, for providing a stroller for this review. No other compensation was received and as always, all the opinions are entirely my own. 

First Look At The New Nuna Tavo Stroller

The long awaited newest addition to the Nuna family, the Tavo stroller is now available for pre-order! 

Typical for the Nuna brand, the Tavo stroller is packed with awesome, user-friendly features. It is very similar to the popular Nuna Mixx stroller, except it's forward facing only. Tavo is also lighter, and narrower than the Mixx stroller making it ideal for urban life or travel.

The seat is very spacious with a maximum wight capacity of 50lb! It features a one-hand, four position recline with true-flat position, an adjustable leg-rest, and a bumper bar. There's a removable infant insert which provides extra cushioning. The seat on the Tavo is very well thought through, making it comfy for newborn and toddler alike. 

One of the many great features of the Tavo stroller, is that it can be used as a travel system with Nuna Pipa infant car seat. The seat clicks directly into the stroller, without the need of adapters. 

Tavo has a one-step one-hand fold with auto-lock. Similarly to the Mixx stroller, it can be pulled along on it's rear wheels like luggage. The 'quick release' wheels allow for an even more compact fold.

The stroller is equipped with a comprehensive canopy that includes a peek-a-boo window, a pull-out 'dream drape', and a zip-off section in the back for better air circulation on a hot day. 

The under-seat storage basket is quite large, considering the compact size of the stroller. It's got a compartment divider for stashing a variety of  items.

Tavo has both, front and rear wheel suspension for an extra smooth ride. The front wheels can be locked from swiveling and both set of wheels can be popped off with a press of a button, for storage. 

The break is flip-flop friendly (same as on the Mixx stroller). 

The height-adjustable handlebar will be comfortable for petite and tall parents, alike.

Nuna Tavo will be available in 4 canopy color options with an all black seat. The price is $349 and the approximate shipping date is October 2015. 

The Nuna Tavo looks like it will be a big hit! This stroller checks all the categories for a great, every day stroller with some unique features, usually found on more expensive strollers. 

I can't wait to try it out!