It has been suggested several times that we have an area for product reviews. We thought this was an excellent idea so we've added the area under the resources tab. But there aren't any product reviews there yet. (We thought this might be a better way to organize it so we could keep the reviews by product type)

I thought maybe each week we could do a product review on a specific product to help populate this area. Everyone can list the products/brand/model that they have and whether or not they liked it. Please try to be specific about what you liked/disliked. For the time being, I will add the product reviews to that area and give you credit. Eventually we will have it so you can automatically add a product and review. (TLCDad just needs to get caught up on some work first)

So, I thought we could start off this week with car seats. Please list what kind of car seat you have and what you liked/disliked about it.

http://www.elitecarseats.com/britax-rounda...car-seat.shtml#

I have the Britax Roundabout carseat with the "cat" cover. The cover is a little much for my taste but it doesn't show spills or cheerios. LOL It is very pricy but good up to 40 lbs. We should be able to use it until she is 12 since she is 18 mos and 18.5 lbs. It was the highest rated car seat on the market for safety when we purchased it last year.
It is easy to install (we don't have Latch on our current car but that seems to be pretty straight forward too) and comfy. The officer who checked my car seat installation gave me the thumbs up on the seat and the install so if I can do it, anyone can. Velcro holders keep the belts out of the way when I'm putting her in the seat. Strap adjustments are simple. There is a pad where the buckle is which keeps her from getting pinched or burnt, which is a big concern in FL. There are other raves about this car seat on the link I posted. I love this seat!

We also have the Britax Roundabout. Higher priced than most, but well worth the extra $$$$, for many of the reasons Cary listed. My favorite feature is the sturdy, non twisting straps. She can rear face to 30 lbs, which is well documented to be the safest position for a toddler. Other user friendly features include built in locking clips that help secure the seat, adjustable harness in the front(very nice for those of us who deal with snow suits), and a tether system, as well as the option to use the LATCH system if you're blessed with a new car. Can't say anything bad about it.

We have the Britax Marathon because we were sure DS would be a big kid! It's pretty good, though I do have some gripes about the straps and how cumbersome they are to "click" shut. Overall, it's been a good car seat and we are pleased with it, though.

I would have liked one with a pattern, but BRUS didn't have any pattern except the colonial blue. I have not washed the cover, but have just sponged it clean. I would really like to throw it in the wash, but haven't done that, since it seems cumbersome to do.

If I were to buy a 2nd carseat for our other car, I probably would get a less expensive one. I think I saw an Evenflo one that was rated almost as highly as the Britax.

Vicki

I have a Graco one, but I have to go look at the model. It's raining so I will have to add my review tomorrow.

I have a graco one in my car and alpha omega one in DH's car. I love the Alpha omega. the strap get tangled a little but not much. As far as the graco one I do not like the round thing you put the seat belt in. I have pinched Bella's leggs more than once in there.

have the Evenflo Triumph. We really love it. It is VERY easy to adjust --I have put a couple of different toddlers in the seat and was able to re-adjust it easily. This seat got very high marks--has the panels inside to make it more damage resistant in a crash like the Britax have. Jamison is able to sleep easily--very comfortable. Highly recommend!


Evenflo Triumph

I have a Alpha Omega carseat, and it's ok I guess. Sometimes it's really hard for me to "click" it. Maybe that's because I'm weak though, heh.

I have a question for you ladies (and guys). Is there any type of educational toys/tapes for 9 month + babies that you love. I want to get Emma some educational toys but I'm just not sure what ones are good. She has TONS of toys, but not really anything educational that will help her grow and learn. I went to the store the other day and looked around. There are SO many toys I almost had a heart attack trying to decide. I would appreciate the help!

QUOTE (pinka_star @ Mar 8 2004, 02:17 AM)

I have a Alpha Omega carseat, and it's ok I guess. Sometimes it's really hard for me to "click" it. Maybe that's because I'm weak though, heh. I have a question for you ladies (and guys). Is there any type of educational toys/tapes for 9 month + babies that you love. I want to get Emma some educational toys but I'm just not sure what ones are good. She has TONS of toys, but not really anything educational that will help her grow and learn. I went to the store the other day and looked around. There are SO many toys I almost had a heart attack trying to decide. I would appreciate the help!

Ashley has a lot of the LeapFrog toys. They're educational and fun... some she plays with by herself and some we do together. I think her favorite is the Baby Tad.

Here's a link if you want to check them out.

Leap Frog

Thanks a lot! I'll check that link out, I really appreciate it.