The one item I was most excited to shop for when I found out that I was pregnant was a stroller.  We have a very active lifestyle, and I knew that we’d be on the go a lot. {I did baby wear, but sometimes a stroller just works better. Like at festivals when you want to clear a path to get through…} For me, this was a huge decision and one that required a lot of research.

Choosing a Stroller

It is important to look at your pre-baby lifestyle to help determine your needs for a stroller. If you are a runner pre-baby, chances are you’ll be a runner post-baby, too. A jogging stroller would probably be best for you. If you don’t go out much, maybe a small umbrella stroller is all that you need. You should also think about where you live – if you’re a city dweller, you probably don’t want to fumble with a huge travel system while you’re trying to hop in a cab or on the subway. If you live in the suburbs, maybe you can get away with a fancy pram!

I knew that I wanted something that was small, easy to fold, well made, would roll comfortably at the mall or on more rugged terrain, and something that looked good, too!  When I stumbled upon the UPPAbaby Vista Stroller I knew that I found the perfect stroller for our family.

This high-end, luxury stroller glides easily across the smooth laminated flooring at the mall and stands up to the rigors of a park. The UppaBaby Vista includes a bassinet and toddler seat – the two are completely interchangeable with no fabric swapping! – and offers adapters for multiple brands of infant car seats enabling you to “snap and go.” I was thrilled that there was an adapter available for the car seat we chose.

The Vista can be easily folded and picked up with one hand – with or without the seat attached. The frame is crafted of aircraft-grade aluminum and features an adjustable height handle. One of my favorite features is the 4-position toddler seat, including an upright position allowing your toddler to sit up and view the world! The bassinet and toddler seat easily “click” in place with Red/Green successful attachment indicators. The seats are at an elevated level, bringing baby closer to you.

You can choose from a variety of color choices – and color changing kits are available if you get bored with your original choice! Additional accessories for the Vista include a bassinet stand (which can convert to a laundry hamper as your baby grows!), cup holders and travel bag. If you’re planning on expanding your family, be sure to check out the rumble seat (for second child) and piggyback (for third child)!

The Vista is durable, lightweight and luxurious. Worth every penny and more!

Which stroller did you choose for your family?  Would you purchase that stroller if you had it to do all over again?

This is part of series of posts titled Motherhood Mondays where I’ll be sharing my parenting experiences, tips and advice. If there is a specific topic you would like to see in the coming weeks, please email me with Motherhood Mondays in the subject line.