Day #31: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!

It's Day #31 (The Final Day) of Strolling into Spring, hosted by the Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network!

Today's review and giveaway is hosted by Savy Mommy Moments and features Combi's Twin Savvy E , the newly released and exclusive to Babies R' Us, lightweight and versatile double stroller!
About this stroller (source:www.combiusa.com):
Just three quick steps are all it takes to fold the COMBI Twin Savvy into a compact, self-standing, portable side-by-side stroller. The “quick fold” makes folding, packing, and carrying your Twin Savvy around a cinch. The deluxe, padded seats feature a multi-position recline. The convertible three- or five-point harnesses grow with your children. The large canopies protect your children from sun, rain and wind and also offer useful storage pockets for quick access. The lockable, front swivel wheels allow for smooth rides and excellent maneuverability.The convenient carry strap keeps your hands free while transporting your Twin Savvy on-the-go! The Twin Savvy is compatible with one Combi Shuttle infant car seat. The stroller is for children up to 45 lbs per seat.
Features:
· Compact, self-standing fold
· Padded, multi-position reclining seats
· Removable, washable seat pads
· Large canopies with storage pockets
· Convertible three-or five-point harnesses
· Removable guardrails
· Lockable, front swivel wheels
· Large storage basket
· Convenient carry strap
· Accepts the COMBI Shuttle infant car seat
Photo source: www.combiusa.com

Photo source: www.combiusa.com

SMM Experience:

Before receiving this stroller, the only double stroller I had was a very expensive one that was difficult to fold and store, heavy and had no storage.  I currently owned a Combi single lightweight stroller and loved it, so I couldn't wait to try this one!

Unpacking/Assembly:
This was really easy. The stroller came 95% assembled and all I had to put on were two of the front wheels (simply push on until they click) and the front guardrails. This took all of a few minutes and my stroller was ready!

Appearance:
This is a new print for Combi and it is really wonderful! Of course, my favorite color is red and I have always wanted a red stroller, so I was in heaven!  What is nice about the print is that it is gender neutral but still has lots of color style!  I always try to buy gender neutral, but get really frustrated when it seems the only options are black (or some gray version), BORING!! This print is the perfect color combination that gives you a stroller that people will stop and admire, while also being perfect for any little one sitting in it!

Weight:
Light, light, light!  As a petite person, having a cumbersome heavy double just doesn't work for me! This stroller is perfect for me!  It is super light and really easy to move around with no problem. I easily carried it down into our garage with one hand!

Storage:
The stroller has two very accessible and good sized baskets on the bottom.  No, they likely won't fit a big diaper bag, but I never find that to be an issue, as there is plenty of room for my quick on-the-go bag and any other essentials I need!
There are also two storage pockets on the back of the seats.  I found these were perfect for holding the kids drinks while we were taking our walk or playing at the park.

Comfortability:

 The padding on the seats is nice and thick and both my kids were very comfortable!  Of course it's winter here, so they had their heavy coats on, but even still they fit snuggly into the seats and were able to rest their heads on the comfy headrests.
For the person pushing the stroller, the handle is padded in a nice foam that is easy to grip and comfortable to handle.  Although the handle can't be raised or lowered, I found that it's a good height for myself (at 5'2"), as well as my husband (5'10").
Below the seats are two footrests that were the perfect height for my 3 year old and my 15 month old almost could put her little feet on. These can easily be folded up if not needed. 
Security:
This product comes with a wonderful 5 point harness in each seat.  The harness can be easily adjusted for the height of the child and it takes just two clicks and it's secure! As a parent, I want the ability to easily snap together or apart the harness and it's just one button which I found easy and efficient! Also, you can simply remove the two shoulder harnesses and just use it as a belt harness for older ones.
Additionally, it comes with two removable guardrails.  I used both with my kids, as my 15 month old requires both the harness and rail, but my 3 year old only needs the rail.  For him, it's just a reminder of his boundaries when sitting in the stroller.  The rails are soft, flexible and covered in a nice mesh material.

Washability:
As a mom, this is important!  Because, as we all know, it is only a matter of time before something is spilled or spit up on this beautiful fabric. Well, the seat pads are completely and easily removable and machine washable.  This is wonderful because I can say that unfortunately this is not always the case with all strollers. Combi knows that parents want to get the full life and avlue out of their products!

Braking System:
The stroller has five brakes!  Yes, that's a brake for almost every single wheel (there are 6 wheels). These brakes are easily applied by just a quick push of your foot and then released with the opposite motion. It couldn't be easier!

Peek A Boo, I See You!:
This stroller has two "peek-a-boo" viewers in the top of the canopy. These are great for taking a quick peak at the kids and making sure all is well up front.

Road Test:
After fully exploring the stroller in our home, it was time for a good old fashioned spin around the block and to the park! Now, please keep in mind that although we are told it is Spring, the weather is anything but and on this nice "spring day" it was a chilly 35 degrees, so my kids are nice and bundled, making them appear much larger than they actually are. 
Step 1: Getting in the kids:
Easy, easy, easy.  I just put the 15 month old in and adjusted the harness slightly for height and snapped it together and she was ready to go.  My 3 year old actually climbed right in himself, so that required no effort at all! Total time: 2 minutes (at the most!).
Step 2: Our Stroll Around the Block:
The stroller moved with ease over our bumpy sidewalks and easily fit within the width of the sidewalk.  It maneuvered across the roads just fine and handled really well.  It was so light that it was really easy to turn with over 50 pounds of kid in it and much easier to maneuver than many other strollers I have ever tried. The kids thoroughly enjoyed the ride and there were zero complaints about it being too bumpy and they wanted to keep going on forever!
Step 3: The Park:
Our park has mulch and usually I take my stroller onto the mulch to get to the various areas and follow my 3 year old around.  I easily pushed this stroller onto the mulch, again with the 50+ lbs. of kid in it and it handles wonderfully!  It went right over the mulch without a problem and I was able to get right to where I wanted to park it for our little adventure.
Step 4: Wrangling the Kids:
It was the end of our park adventure, and as many of you know, that is not usually the favorite part for the kids. My 15 month old was a little squirmy when I was trying to get her back into the stroller, but it was really quick and easy!  I should mention that I was able to get her in and buckled all while keeping one arm around my protesting 3 year old who did not want to go home. 3 is a fun but trying age and this time he wouldn't climb into the seat on his own, but I easily lifted him up and put him right into place.  With the quick upward click of the brakes, we were off!
Step 5: Storage:
Every parents nightmare!  You have all these wonderful products, but where do you put them?!  Well, Combi really has figured this out!  The stroller easily folds like a taco and then vertically in half!  It seriously folds up smaller than some of my single strollers! After folding it, you can carry it by the strap on the back and then we hang it on a hook in our garage.  Total time: 3 minutes!

Overall, this stroller was attractive, lightweight, versatile and feature packed!  It was easy to setup and put away.  My kids and I all enjoyed the ride!  I would highly recommend this for anyone who has multiple children to care for, as it is a great investment that I know will last a lifetime!

Learn More: You can learn more about this product and the entire Combi line on their website!

Buy: This stroller is exclusive to Babies R' Us and available for purchase for the awesome price of 229.99!

Win: Combi is offering the chance to you to win one of these!  Use the entry form below for a chance to win! U.S. Residents Only.  Contests ends 11:59pm CST on 4/15/13.

Check out all of Savy Mommy Moment's open giveaways here!
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*I am part of the Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network managed by Thrifty Nifty Mommy. I was not financially compensated for this post. I received a product for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. Savy Mommy Moments and Thrifty Nifty Mommy are not responsible for prize fulfillment. By entering this giveaway you are agreeing to all giveaway rules posted here*
 

Day #30: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!

Do you have a great stroller, but the one thing it is missing is a secure cup holder for you or your little ones?
 
Today is Day #30 of the Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network's Strolling into Spring Event!

Savy Mommy Moments is happy to introduce you to Valco Baby's Universal Cup Holder.
*Savy Mommy Moments was provided a product free of charge in exchange for an honest review and opinion.*
About Valco Baby (source: www.valcobaby.com):
Valco Baby is a family owned and operated company from Australia.  We have been manufacturing and distributing baby products for more than 30 years.  Within those 30 years there have been a lot of babies that have born, many of them into the Valco Baby family.  What better way to truly test the products we manufacture than use them ourselves!  We pride ourselves on developing the highest quality products for our family.  We are confident that you will feel the same when you purchase a Valco Baby product for your family.
Valco Baby understands how exciting a new arrival is to your family.  We know you want the best for your baby.  We offer a complete selection of strollers that have a variety of accessories that can grow and change to meet your needs.   Valco Baby strollers are made to fit your life.  We manufacture easy to use, versatile products that suit the needs of today's busy family.
Valco Baby is the only stroller you will need from newborn to toddler and we offer accessories and solutions when the time comes to expand your family.  Valco Baby sets new standards for functionality, durability, style and safety.  We are always developing new products to remain at the forefront of the baby industry.   We look forward to meeting and exceeding your needs for many years to come.

SMM Experience:

I have a few strollers that don't have parent cup holders or the cup holders are just not deep enough to keep a hold of my drinks, so I was happy to have the opportunity to review this product.
Initial installation was extremely easy.  Just unscrew, separate it into two pieces, place it where you want it, put it back together and then screw the winged piece back on to secure it to the location on your stroller. They do not recommend putting it on your stroller grip or fabric as the teeth on the inside of the attachment may indent or rip them, but I didn't mind it, as I like to have my drink in the back.
Here is a quick video from Valco Baby demonstrating installing it:

I tested the cup holder with several different types of drinks and it was really secure.  It has a great grip system that takes a hold of the cup and doesn't allow it to move around in the holder.  I took a walk over our neighborhood's bumpy sidewalks and even in the mulch at our local playground without a single problem.

My bottle of water stayed securely in it's place and I didn't have to worry about it falling out.  As a mom, there are so many other things to worry about when taking my kids to the park or on a walk, so I am happy when I find a product that eliminates a worry from the list!
Finally, this product is extremely affordable at just $14.99.  I highly recommend it for anyone who owns a stroller as it can easily be moved between strollers and only takes a minute to secure it in place.

Learn More: Visit the Valco Baby website and learn more about their products, including strollers, high chairs and accessories.

Buy: This product and all of Valco Baby's products can be purchased directly from their website.

Win: One of our lucky reader's will win their very own universal cup holder!  Use the entry form below for a chance to win! U.S. Resident's only! Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on 4/13/13.

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*I am part of the Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network managed by Thrifty Nifty Mommy. I was not financially compensated for this post. I received a product for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. Savy Mommy Moments and Thrifty Nifty Mommy are not responsible for prize fulfillment. By entering this giveaway you are agreeing to all giveaway rules posted here*
 

Day #29: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event

It's Day 29 of Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network's Strolling Into Spring Event! 

Raquel from Pompa En Tela and The Modern Nurturer is Strolling With The Combi Cosmo E in Red Chevron.
Head over to read her review and enter to win a Combi Cosmo E Stoller HERE
Visita su blog y entra para ganar un cochesito Combi Cosmo E AQUI

**This review/giveaway is part of the Strolling Into Spring event.  
For a complete list of reviews/giveaways from this event click HERE**

Day #28: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!

Its Day 28 


of the Strolling into Spring event

and we're Strolling into Spring with the Combi Twin Sport!
Head on over to Buddy Doo's Adventure-Roos! for your chance to win one of only two double strollers in our event!!

Yummy Greek Yogurt from Earth's Best!

Greek Yogurt and Earth’s Best!
Over the past few years, Greek Yogurt seems to be gaining an even larger fan base and new found popularity. Greek Yogurt is packed with even more nutrients than yogurt and has a delicious and unique taste. Greek Yogurt has nearly double the protein than regular yogurt and has half the amount of sodium found in regular yogurt. Greek Yogurt is thicker and creamier than regular yogurt which makes it a great way to fill up without excess snacking!
Earth’s Best’s line of Greek Yogurt Smoothies are a perfect snack for your toddler! These smoothies are made in great on-the-go pouches which make them ideal for snacking anytime and anywhere. Each Greek Yogurt smoothie is a natural, sweet blend of real organic fruit, yogurt and whey. One serving contains 3 grams of protein compared to 2 grams of protein in regular yogurt smoothies. Earth’s Best Organic™ Greek Yogurt Smoothies are a good source of calcium providing at least 20% the Daily Value of Vitamins C and D per serving, that helps builds strong teeth and bones and support healthy immune systems.
The Greek Yogurt smoothies are part of Earth’s Best’s line of 2nd foods for children six months and older. The new smoothies are available in three great tasting varieties-banana, cherry and apple. Earth’s Best Organic Greek Yogurt Smoothies contain no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives and contain no Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs).

Day #27: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!

Today is Day 27 of Strolling Into Spring hosted by the


Megan from Housewife on a Mission has an awesome
review and giveaway for a Hauck Malibu All In One Stroller {ARV $349}!

Head over to read her review and enter to win your own
Hauck Malibu All In One Stroller HERE!


**This review/giveaway is part of the Strolling Into Spring event.  
For a complete list of reviews/giveaways from this event click HERE**

Day #26: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!


It Is Day 26 Of The Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network's Strolling Into Spring Event!

Today We Are Strolling With Jessica Over At IHeart-Motherhood & Combi!



Read Jessica's Full Review Here & Enter To Win One While You Are There!

For A Full List Of Strolling Into Spring Giveaways, Click Here!




Day #25: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!

Today is Day 25 of Strolling into Spring, 


Ruth from Viva Veltoro has a review and giveaway 
of Baby Giraffe, a must have stroller accessory! 

Read the review and enter to win a Baby Giraffe HERE


**This review/giveaway is part of the Strolling Into Spring event.  
For a complete list of reviews/giveaways from this event click HERE**

Day #24: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!

It's day 24 of Strolling into Spring with the Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network & we are strolling with Combi!



 Amanda over at Open Hands was given the chance to review the Combi Catalyst stroller and Shuttle Car Seat. Head on over here to read her thoughts on this travel system and for the chance to win one of your own!!!

Check out all of the Strolling into Spring Giveaways by clicking HERE!

Day #23: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!

It's Day 23 and today we're Strolling Into Spring with Brica! Not every stroller on the market these days includes a snack tray, so what do you do when you need to have some snacks and a sippy cup accessible for your little passenger? With the Brica Deluxe Snack Pod your little one can have their snacks within arms reach!



Photo Credits: Brica

The Brica Snack Pod is the perfect addition to any stroller or car seat, big enough to hold a sippy cup and some snacks, and can attach to almost anything! Check out the full review and enter the giveaway at Mommys Craft Obsession

Check out all of the Strolling into Spring Giveaways by clicking HERE!

Day #22: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!



It's Day 22 of Strolling Into Spring and today we have an amazing review and giveaway for you baby wearing momma's out there! If you are not currently baby wearing, just wait, you'll want to after you see how amazing the Boba Organic Carrier is!




Photo Credits: Boba

If you're looking for an amazing organic baby carrier than look no farther than the Organic Boba! This carrier has become a must have essential piece of baby gear for me and I highly recommend it to anyone who is a babywearer or would like to become one! Check out my review and GIVEAWAY at Mommys Craft Obsession!


Check out all of the Strolling into Spring Giveaways by clicking HERE!

Make Breakfast Easy and Healthy with Earth's Best Oatmeal!

New Improved Formula for Earth’s Best Sesame Street Oatmeal
There are numerous benefits of eating oatmeal for breakfast.. Not only is oatmeal nutritious and delicious for children and adults of all ages, oatmeal may lower the risk of cholesterol, blood pressure and can even reduce the risk for type 2 diabetes.
Earth’s Best® Sesame Street® Organic Yummy Tummy Oatmeal has always been a favorite and dependable way to start off a toddler’s day. Made with whole grains and packed with 8 different vitamins and minerals, it is an excellent source of fuel to begin the morning. A whole grain possesses natural nutrition and a unique rich flavor. In fact, whole grains are so good for you that the USDA recommends that 3 of our grain servings each day are made up of whole grains. Each serving of Earth’s Best Yummy Tummy Oatmeal has 31 grams of whole grains! To learn more about whole grains, visit the Earth’s Best website: “The Whole Story on Whole Grains.
And NOW- Earth’s Best Organic® is happy to announce that they have reformulated their Yummy Tummy Oatmeal with 25% more fiber and 25% less sugar than before! Keeping in mind that food rich in fiber helps to aid healthy digestion in your little ones, Earth’s Best offers the newly formulated oatmeal in the two same delicious flavors, Apple Cinnamon and Maple & Brown Sugar. Earth’s Best Sesame Street Oatmeal is non-GMO verified and is an excellent source of Iron and Zinc!



Day #21: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!


It's Day 21 of Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network's Strolling Into Spring Event
and we are babywearing in our Catbird Baby soft structured carrier today.


We're Parents!?  has teamed up with Catbird Baby to bring you their stylish Pikkolo soft structured carrier!  Read our full review & enter our giveaway to win your own RIGHT HERE.


Check out all open Strolling Into Spring Giveaways brought to you by 
The Thrifty Nifty Mommy Blogger Network by clicking HERE!

Day #20: Strolling into Spring! TNMBN Giveaway Event!


It's Day 20 of Strolling Into Spring and today we're going to be talking about the amazing Kiddy USA City'n Move Stroller! 



If you're in the market for a light weight umbrella stroller that still offers some of the same amazing features as a full size stroller then you're in luck! With the City'n Move stroller by Kiddy USA you get all of the benefits of a full size stroller in a compact umbrella stroller! The City'n Move is even certified by the AGR Campaign for Healthier Backs! 


To read the full review on the Kiddy USA City'n Move and enter the GIVEAWAY check out Mommys Craft Obsession!