Any tried to put the infant carrier in the back? My older daughter is still young and would probably be more comfortable in the front for several more months. I have read reviews of other Sit & Stands where people have done this. I tried it with the floor model of the original caboose b/c the ultralight was not available but it fit great and seemed very safe. There was no baby in it yet, however, so I was just wondering about the weight distribution if the front was empty - will it tip backwards?? Any info would be greatly appreciated ( : Any tried to put the infant carrier in the back? My older daughter is still young and would probably be more comfortable in the front for several more months. I have read reviews of other Sit... » Read More Any tried to put the infant carrier in the back? My older daughter is still young and would probably be more comfortable in the front for several more months. I have read reviews of other Sit & Stands where people have done this. I tried it with the floor model of the original caboose b/c the ultralight was not available but it fit great and seemed very safe. There was no baby in it yet, however, so I was just wondering about the weight distribution if the front was empty - will it tip backwards?? Any info would be greatly appreciated ( : « Show Less
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Thank you for your reply ... I have actually had this stroller for 11 months and I've been putting the Graco Snugride in the back the whole time. It is completely safe and snug. The weight of the carrier falls well beween the two sets of wheels and is extremely sturdy. I appreciate your warning of "looking like such and incompetant" ... but I would never, ever put my children in danger, even if I don't follow every rule to the letter.
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I found a video on YouTube from StrollerDepot comparing the two strollers. Apparently there are three differences-- 1) The regular Caboose is 5 pounds heavier than the Ultralight, 2) The canopy on the Ultralight is larger, and 3) the Ultralight comes with the parent tray and the regular Caboose doesn't. Considering you can get a generic, universal parent tray for ~$10, I fail to see why the Ultralight costs SO MUCH more than the regular Caboose!
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Yes this can be used for an infant. I used this for my newborn. When they are little you use it by them front facing you (almost like your hugging them)...the "back" will roll up a bit so it supports their little head. As the baby grown and can support his/her head you turn them around in it so they are facing out. The "back" part I mentioned earlier will fold down and snap. You can also adjust the sides to support at different weights/heights...etc... I must say after trying two other carriers....this is by far is the most comfortable. Another good point to mention is that I can literally take this on and off while baby is in my arms asleep...and lay them down to sleep. I can support up to 28 lbs (I think) AWESOME carrier!
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My son was only 6 mos and around 11 lbs when I bought this for him. There was a lot of room behind him when he fell backwards, but he was so fixed on putting the front toy piece in his mouth that he stayed forward the majority of the time. Even though he was a bit small for it, it kept him afloat very well, you just have to keep your hand behind him. I looked around for one that would accommodate a smaller baby and couldn't find one. I picked this one for the shade piece above his head. A little cumbersome to blow up the different sections at first, but am very happy with it, and most importantly, he loves it! My son was only 6 mos and around 11 lbs when I bought this for him. There was a lot of room behind him when he fell backwards, but he was so fixed on putting the front toy piece in his mouth that he stayed forward the majority of the time. Even though he was a bit small for it, it kept him afloat very well, you just have to keep your hand behind him. I looked around for one that would accommodate a smaller baby and couldn't find one. I picked this one for the shade piece above his head. A little cumbersome to blow up the different sections at first, but am very happy with it, and most... » Read More My son was only 6 mos and around 11 lbs when I bought this for him. There was a lot of room behind him when he fell backwards, but he was so fixed on putting the front toy piece in his mouth that he stayed forward the majority of the time. Even though he was a bit small for it, it kept him afloat very well, you just have to keep your hand behind him. I looked around for one that would accommodate a smaller baby and couldn't find one. I picked this one for the shade piece above his head. A little cumbersome to blow up the different sections at first, but am very happy with it, and most importantly, he loves it! « Show Less
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I would get the carry cot for a newborn. Even with the insert cushion the standard seat is too big for a newborn and it doesn't lay flat. We however rarely actually used our carry cot. We bought a peg perego infant car seat and used the stokke adapters with it. He road in the infant carrier in the car, in the stroller and when we carried him around. That's a good option if you don't yet have a car seat. When our son graduated to a convertible car seat we started using the standard seat in the stokke. You can always sell the carry cot when you're done. They hold their value. I also highly recommend getting the winter kit and the parasol depending on climate. The hand warmers are great and the cover in the winter kit is good for cold days. The parasol keeps them from baking in the sun. We see other kids roasting and freezing in their strollers while our son is perfectly comfortable. Expect to get a lot of attention with this stroller and a lot of questions.
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I hate carrying the heavy bucket seats with an infant in them, so I prefer this style seat with my newborn. I have an older model but it works great with my son. I use a carrier like a Boba or ring sling after getting my child out of the seat.
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I thought the same and I even bought a board for my older son! And when it arrived I was extremely happy he sits on the footrest,because the twins feet are still too short to reach there. We never use the board,my four years old sits happily in the front! :) (not for jogging,just when walking around:) Safety first! )
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We purchased this to be used from birth for our baby. Our daughter went home at 6 pounds 10 ounces and it worked fine. It looked huge for her, but it is designed for babies as small as 5 pounds. However, you will want to purchase the Britax Infant Positioning Insert so that your baby fits safely until s/he reaches at least 11 pounds. She is 6 weeks old now and we are very happy with this purchase. You just have to be willing to go places without the "convenience" of an infant carrier (we have been using a ring sling, which I think is actually more convenient).
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We own the Baby Bjorn Carrier One and we love it. it is not made to carry a baby fcing outward on the back and I have never heard of any carrier that can do this.
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I really like the seat but for the first time this evening the harness got stuck. I had to remove the seat and reset the harness behind the seat. The harness is working once again and you can make the harness so snug that it will hold a 1 pound baby doll in place. Before returning the seat or doing anything like that check to see what local places (like the local police department will do this sometimes) will install a baby seat for you for free. They should also be able to help you with a problem like a harness that isn't working correctly.
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I have the push up as far as my model allows. My husband is 6'3" and while it does seem lower than the average stroller he hasn't had any trouble with it. The new models may have longer bars or extenders I haven't checked. We love this stroller though! The peanut bassinet was wonderful when our baby was tiny. We have 5 kids so this system is by far our favorite over the monster strollers we had previously. It maneuvers so nicely through amusement park crowds and stores. Your height may make you feel a bit like you are pushing a toy around at first but my husband definitely isn't stooped over or uncomfortable when pushing baby around. Best of luck! I have the push up as far as my model allows. My husband is 6'3" and while it does seem lower than the average stroller he hasn't had any trouble with it. The new models may have longer bars or extenders I haven't checked. We love this stroller though! The peanut bassinet was wonderful when our baby was tiny. We have 5 kids so this system is by far our favorite over the monster strollers we had previously. It maneuvers so nicely through amusement park crowds and stores. Your height may make you feel a bit like you are pushing a toy around at first but my husband definitely isn't... » Read More I have the push up as far as my model allows. My husband is 6'3" and while it does seem lower than the average stroller he hasn't had any trouble with it. The new models may have longer bars or extenders I haven't checked. We love this stroller though! The peanut bassinet was wonderful when our baby was tiny. We have 5 kids so this system is by far our favorite over the monster strollers we had previously. It maneuvers so nicely through amusement park crowds and stores. Your height may make you feel a bit like you are pushing a toy around at first but my husband definitely isn't stooped over or uncomfortable when pushing baby around. Best of luck! « Show Less
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Has anyone found something similar that will work with the Britax B Safe Carseats (especially in price)? We've got twins on the way and I'd rather get something like the Britax B-Agile double for long-term use, but it only holds one car seat. Can't see that long-term, the babies/toddlers would enjoy the front-back configuration of the B-Ready stroller, especially being the same age and all . . .
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I carry my son in mine pretty often, but not for long amounts of time. Probably no more than 20 minutes. He is 30lbs, so not quite as big as your child. I think the Boba distributes the weight really well. I don't feel any pain when I carry him. It feels more like a weight pulling me back, like a turtle with a shell, but not to the point where it is painful. Idk where you are from, but there are baby wearing groups near me that hold meetings so that you can try out different carriers. I found a group on Facebook. That may be a way to try before you buy.
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No matter what I did the adapter constantly slipped, wobbled, and was unsteady I would hold the carrier down with one had while strolling... If you can take it back. Lower the back of your stroller so it is like a bassinet and depending on how young your child is use a snugglie, I actually use the infant cushion from our momma roo for our little guy.... He's getting bigger and I'm slowly propping him up more. Scratch the carrier and put your baby right in the stroller comfortably and safe.
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My kids are 16 mo apart, so my older child wasn't huge when the baby was in the infant seat, but they fit great. The back seat reclines enough to make it not feel too cramped. The compact size is awesome, so I definitely wouldn't change it, but as my infant got bigger, his feet would be right at my older child's face. It made it very hard for her not to play with his feet while he was napping in the infant seat :).
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My 15 month old daughter, who is probably around 20-22 pounds, still fits in it. In fact I think she likes that she is getting bigger and can see around my shoulders now... when I wear her on my back. I am still glad I got the lillebaby carrier. (If we continue to use it, I'll get the stir-ups later for her legs/feet to rest in.)
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Yes, this seat may be used in the rear-facing position for a newborn baby that is over 5 lbs. Infant Positioning Insert may be necessary for small infants to achieve a snug fit of the harness around your child (sold separately). However, you may find an "infant carseat" more satisfactory and/or convenient for the first six months of your baby's life, as they are portable. We moved up to the Britax Advocate 70-G3 when our baby out-grew her "infant seat". Furthermore, if expense is key and you can not aford to buy two carseats, infant seat and convertable seat, then get the convertable seat as it will last you the longest and it is the best value for your money. Good luck with your little one! Yes, this seat may be used in the rear-facing position for a newborn baby that is over 5 lbs. Infant Positioning Insert may be necessary for small infants to achieve a snug fit of the harness around your child (sold separately). However, you may find an "infant carseat" more satisfactory and/or convenient for the first six months of your baby's life, as they are portable. We moved up to the Britax Advocate 70-G3 when our baby out-grew her "infant seat". Furthermore, if expense is key and you can not aford to buy two carseats, infant seat and convertable seat, then get... » Read More Yes, this seat may be used in the rear-facing position for a newborn baby that is over 5 lbs. Infant Positioning Insert may be necessary for small infants to achieve a snug fit of the harness around your child (sold separately). However, you may find an "infant carseat" more satisfactory and/or convenient for the first six months of your baby's life, as they are portable. We moved up to the Britax Advocate 70-G3 when our baby out-grew her "infant seat". Furthermore, if expense is key and you can not aford to buy two carseats, infant seat and convertable seat, then get the convertable seat as it will last you the longest and it is the best value for your money. Good luck with your little one! « Show Less