Introducing the Maxi-Cosi Mura Plus

If you are soon to be a first time parent and are starting to look at buying a pushchair, there are countless different brands and products to choose from, but what is most important is that you choose the pushchair that will best suit you and your baby. Maxi-Cosi is a well-established brand that has been at the forefront of the pushchair market for almost 30 years. Maxi-Cosi understand parents and babies well and provide the perfect products to help the day go smoothly whatever the occasion, all at an extremely reasonable price that doesn’t break the bank.

Priced at £350, the Mura Plus is an extremely popular pushchair that is highly durable and versatile despite its price tag. As standard, the Mura Plus package comes with the Mura Plus Pushchair (chassis and seating unit), a sun canopy, rain cover and seat adapters allowing for extra versatility. Here are some of the top features of this highly-rated pushchair:

Seating Unit – The seating unit of the Maxi-Cosi Mura Plus is designed to be extremely comfortable, safe and spacious for all babies, from newborn to toddler. The seating unit can be forward or rear facing, providing your baby the option of watching the world in front of them, or allowing for more special time with their parent on the move in the rear facing position. For new born children, the seating unit can be placed in a lie-flat position, providing ultimate support, or for older babies, the seating unit can move between a number of reclining positions to suit their comfort as they grow.

Travel System Versatility – In order to form a travel system, a separately bought carrycot or car seat from Maxi-Cosi can be fitted to the frame. All Mura Plus pushchairs are provided with adapters for travel system versatility.

Terrain Readiness and Manoeuvrability – The Mura Plus is manufactured with relatively large air filled tyres allowing it to move smoothly and comfortably over all terrains, making life easier for parents and ensuring that passengers stay comfortable. As well as featuring all-terrain wheels, in order for parents to feel comfortable as they manoeuvre their child through town or over a grassy bank, the handles can be height adjusted to suit every parent, no matter how tall or short they are.

Extras – A well designed pushchair should always include plenty of storage space, allowing parents to be out for long periods of time without having to head home for more supplies. The Mura Plus is complete with an extra-large shopping basket allowing for parents babies to be out together for longer. As we can experience various types of weather in a single day in the UK, the sun canopy and raincover included by Maxi-Cosi are absolutely essential.

Weight – Weighing in at only 15.5kg, even with a toddler in tow, the Mura Plus is still light enough for parents to manoeuvre around all day without causing undue strain. Whilst not the lightest pushchair on the market, Maxi-Cosi have designed an extremely sturdy and safe buggy.  

When it comes to choosing the right pushchair for you, the Maxi-Cosi Mura Plus covers most bases without having too adverse an effect on your bank account.

Bugaboo Vs BabyStyle – What you need to know in the battle of the pushchair brands

If you’re in the market for a new pushchair or travel system for your baby you may well be thinking about the big brands.  Many parents prefer the comfort and safety of choosing from a well-known name when it comes to baby products and they don’t get much bigger than the two ‘B’s’ of baby equipment – Bugaboo and BabyStyle.

There’s always plenty to say when pitting two big names against each other, but here’s what we think you need to know in this battle of the pushchair brands:

Crowd Pleasers

Most modern parents will have at least come across, if not owned, the most popular items in these   We refer of course here to the Bugaboo Cameleon 3 and the BabyStyle Oyster 2.

respective ranges.

The third-generation Bugaboo Cameleon goes from strength to strength and is often spotted toting celebrity babies around and because it caters from newborns to toddlers, it’s a wise investment for those looking for a stroller that will go the distance.

Equally, BabyStyle is very at home with being a fashion statement, with the Oyster 2 pushchair popular with many due to its awards, sleek styling and choice of colours.  This stroller is again, suitable from birth, and makes a sensible choice for parents looking for versatility with style combined.

 

 

 

Little Surprises

Every pushchair manufacturer has what we call the surprise model in the range – the one which perhaps you were not expecting, and when it comes to our big two, there are definitely a couple of nice shocks.  

Firstly, BabyStyle offer the Prestige collection – a traditional pram with all of the features you’d expect from a modern buggy, including multi-position configurations, rocking pram body and a removable, washable liner.

Moving onto Bugaboo, the surprise in the pack is undoubtedly the Buffalo – the gritty, robust off-roader that will tame even the most adventurous parents.  Equally at home in the city, the Buffalo is suitable from birth to 4 years and adapts to car seat, carrycots and reversible seat.

The Future

With big brand pushchair manufacturers you can always guarantee one thing – there is going to be something exciting just around the corner. Whether it’s a brand new model that meets the needs of ultra-modern parents or a re-worked classic that’s fine tuned to the needs of today’s little people, BabyStyle and Bugaboo are bound not to disappoint.  

Look out therefore, for the Bugaboo Runner, which accommodates parents who like to jog and want to make the most of their outdoor time pushing their little ones or the BabyStyle Oyster Jule – the nimble and lightweight latest addition to the Oyster family.

I don’t think we can choose between the two brands as both have so much to offer parents and have clearly built their products around the needs of the modern Mum and Dad so let’s just call it a draw.

If you can’t wait to see what’s next from either of these brands don’t forget to visit the BabyBabyOnline website where you can find the latest products at great prices.

Organise your nursery for the arrival of your bundle of joy with BabyStyle

Planning the arrival of your new bundle of joy is an exciting time. Visiting all the shops and picking out baby clothes, making sure you have all the essentials that you need; from bottles, to nappies, pushchairs and blankets - so that you can be as best prepared for your little one when they arrive.

Making room for all these baby essentials within your home may seem a task within itself, but with the right furniture you will be able to have all the room that you and your baby need; so that everything is within an arm’s reach, and you can make your life easier by having all of the essentials exactly where you will find them.

BabyStyle have a range of Bordeaux furniture, which has been designed to meet your needs as a parent, but also to provide enough space so that you can fit everything in. After all, once your baby arrives, they will receive many gifts including more clothes, shoes and other cute little bits and bobs. The BabyStyle nursery furniture range gives you the space you need for all of your little one’s belongings.

When you are out buying baby necessities, bags will quickly fill, and your hallway and bedroom will soon become familiar with the sight of nappy bags, pushchairs, and shopping bags filled with clothes, bottles, and other equipment. So it’s advisable to be as prepared as possible and organise everything, placing it in furniture within your baby’s nursery before they arrive. This will save you from rushing around, and you can take your time to become familiar with where everything is.

The BabyStyle Bordeaux collection offers timeless contemporary pieces that complement each other beautifully, to give your nursery an elegant yet tranquil feeling of relaxation. In particular, the Bordeaux dresser has large storage space to fill with clothes, and all of baby’s things. It also has enough room at the top of the dresser, which features room for changing your baby. This will save you from bending over a bed or on a floor to change your little ones nappy. In this sense the changing feature on the dresser will really work in your favour.

There is no doubt that you will be exhausted after giving birth, and will need time to recover.  The advice often given to mothers is to ‘sleep when baby sleeps.’ Whilst we all know that can be nearly impossible; due to the amount of guests and visitors who want to come over, and also due to the fact that everyone in your household is adjusting to the new baby, sleep will be much appreciated. So when you have settled your little one down, and need to go into a drawer, there is no doubt you will tip toe trying not to disturb baby.  This is where the BabyStyle Bordeaux dresser will come in handy, as it has soft closing doors which will cause no disruption to your baby whilst they are resting, giving you the time to get things sorted for yourself - and even give more of a chance for you to try to get some sleep!

The BabyStyle Bordeaux furniture collection also has a cot that can be purchased, as well as a tall Bordeaux wardrobe, so if you are someone who likes co-ordination then you can complement each piece of furniture, and have everything so that it matches, creating a homely and familiar place for your baby to sleep and grow in.

The ultimate urban stroller – Bugaboo Bee3

Its go, go, go for most mums, with no time to waste you need to get things done, and usually have to take your little one with you. Whilst that can be a joy, it’s impossible to carry them around with you all day with bags of shopping, plus your own handbag, plus a baby changing bag – it can all get a bit too much, not to mention physically impossible.

Whilst some pushchairs can be heavy and sluggish to push around, if you are the mum who likes things fast, light and easily adjustable then the Bugaboo Bee3 has been made for you. This lightweight stroller is great for those parents who have an active lifestyle, and are consistently on the go.  Being similar to previous models such as the Bugaboo Bee - the new Bugaboo Bee3 gives even more variety.

The main features include:

-          A newly styled bassinet – the bassinet is high from the ground, soft, lightweight and offers that extra cushioning and protection, for young babies and newborns

-          Extendable sun canopy – the canopy offers a fresh new look, which can be adjusted and comes in a range of colours

-          Large under seat basket - this can carry your own handbag, plus any other essentials you may have, to make your trip out all the more convenient wherever you are going

-          Improved Sturdy Chassis – this is as solid as a full stroller but in a convenient, compact size

-          Smoother ride - the ride for your child will be much smoother which will cause less disruption for your baby when he or she are riding in it; allowing you to push the stroller freely without fear that you will disturb you little one too much

The Bugaboo Bee3 is an extraordinary innovation for those parents and children who love a good urban adventure.  Light and compact, it can fit into the boot of any car, and still allow you more room for other bits and pieces.  You can guarantee that your baby won’t feel any different than if they were back in their cosy bed at home.

Offering ultimate comfort and a modern but sturdy design, the Bugaboo Bee3 simply cannot fail your expectations.

BabyBabyOnline offer the brand new Bugaboo Bee3 in a range of different colours, for more information you can visit babybabyonline.co.uk

Travelling with your little one has just got easier – The Nuna Sena Mini Travel Cot has arrived!

Travelling with your little one is an excitable thought, showing your bundle of joy to your nearest and dearest couldn’t be more enjoyable. It is commonly known that baby tends to have more things than you actually do; and being mothers we often want to take as much with us for fear of leaving anything behind which baby might need.

The car boot will be stuffed with little bits and bobs, as well as all the essentials: bottles, bibs, clothes, nappies, blankets, spare clothes, dummies, toys - you name it the whole lot is there to ensure that your baby’s routine is disrupted at a minimum – but what about the most important thing… the cot!?

Cots are traditionally sturdy, they are pretty solid, but there is usually no way you can take a fully built cot with you. There just wouldn’t be space for it. Plus, wherever you are staying may not have the room to have a cot too.

If only there was a cot that was easy to open out, fold back down, store, and was lightweight to transport? Well that’s where The Nuna Sena Mini Travel Cot comes into the vision.

Not only is The Nuna Sena Mini Travel Cot lightweight, it literally can be taken straight down by the pull of a small string like device, which is placed at the base of the travel cot. Once this has been lifted, the legs at the side fold in. It also comes with a bag, almost shaped like a gym bag which you can easily carry. So when you are transporting all of your little ones bits and bobs, you can easily carry this one too. It can be stored in a cupboard or anywhere convenient, as it takes up as little space as possible. 

The other added benefits of the Nuna Sena Mini Travel Cot are:

-          Padded edges which prevent finger pinching

-          An above-ground base which is draft proof, so your baby will be kept warm and cosy

-          Easy to fold with just one hand

-          Comes in a range of attractive colours

-          Netting at the front which allows you to see baby

-          An upper cot positioning for newborns and babies

The Nuna Set Mini Travel Cot has a vast set of features which really make it stand out from the crowd. It is the ONLY cot that has an upper cot which can fold with the frame. It is the most mummy-baby-travel-friendly cot you could have. So when you feel like going to visit friends or family, you won’t have to worry about all the big things baby needs, like the cot because The Nuna Sena Mini is there as your new travelling essential which both you and baby will love.

BabyBabyOnline have The Nuna Sena Mini Travel Cot available in different colours. For more information you can visit babybabyonline.co.uk

Why Baby Comes First When Choosing a Pushchair

If you are already a parent you will understand the concept that baby comes first.  Whatever you do from the moment that your child arrives will be dictated by their needs.  It is a good idea to get into this mind-set before your first child makes their entrance into the world as you will need to make some important decisions if you want to give your little ones the best start in life.

Nowhere is this more obvious than in your choice of baby equipment, such as a pushchair.  Your choice of pushchair may not seem that pressing but when you consider your baby will need to be transported in it from birth and that it will need to accommodate them on trips out until they are able to walk sufficient distances without tiring (or running off!), then your choice of pushchair is a pretty monumental one.

What do you need to consider when buying a pushchair?

• The age of your child now and how long ideally you would like the pushchair to last

• Whether you have other young children who will need to be accommodated by the stroller

• How much space you have in your car boot and your home to store the pushchair when not in use

• What types of terrain you will need to cover in the pushchair – for example, do you like to go out walking at the weekend or do you love to go shopping?

• Whether you use public transport, a car or like to walk everywhere

By asking yourself these questions first you can ensure that you choose a pushchair that will suit your lifestyle and most importantly cater for your baby’s needs.

The style and design of a pushchair will also come into the equation but as you become a parent you will no doubt realise that the safety and comfort of your child, plus the ease of use a stroller offers, will be top of your list.

Bugaboo Bee 3

A good place to start would be with one of the top brand all-round, lightweight pushchairs as these make great starter strollers.  Perhaps you might choose the iCandy Peach 3, the Baby Jogger Citi Mini or the Bugaboo Bee 3?  These pushchairs have been designed by the manufacturers for busy parents who want to travel, explore and be on the move quickly using all modes of transport.  They offer many different configurations and flexibility in terms of seating and reclining positions and are easy to collapse and fold up ready for storage.

These lightweight strollers come in many different designs, suitable for parents with a wide variety of tastes and colour preferences, but most importantly they offer the safety features and reassurance that first time parents need.

    

You find out more about the features and benefits of the iCandy Peach 3, the Baby Jogger Citi Mini or the Bugaboo Bee 3 on the BabyBabyOnline website.