Toddler facing forward in the back? Has anyone found a safe way to face a toddler forward in the backseat? My son does not want to ride facing backwards and when he faces forward, there is nothing holding him in the seat so I find myself worrying that he is going to fall backwards out of the stroller as mine did not come with a backstrap as many of the Joovy's do. I guess that is another question - did your Ultralight come with the strap that goes across the back to keep the toddler who is sitting or standing in? Has anyone figured out a way to secure a toddler in the back facing forward? Thanks in advance! Toddler facing forward in the back? Has anyone found a safe way to face a toddler forward in the backseat? My son does not want to ride facing backwards and when he faces forward, there is nothing... » Read More Toddler facing forward in the back? Has anyone found a safe way to face a toddler forward in the backseat? My son does not want to ride facing backwards and when he faces forward, there is nothing holding him in the seat so I find myself worrying that he is going to fall backwards out of the stroller as mine did not come with a backstrap as many of the Joovy's do. I guess that is another question - did your Ultralight come with the strap that goes across the back to keep the toddler who is sitting or standing in? Has anyone figured out a way to secure a toddler in the back facing forward? Thanks in advance! « Show Less
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I would love to try your "child size stadium seat" idea as well. Where did you get it? I'm debating between this Joovy Caboose ultralight vs. Baby Trend Sit N Stand Double. The BT is 30 lbs, double the weight of the Joovy, and I'm a small woman. But I like the BT because it gives me the option of putting my older underweight 3-year old kid in the back seat that allows her to lean back and rest if she wants. (She'd probably want to sit in the front so she can see more even while resting, and I'll place my 8 month old in the back.) So adding the "child size stadium seat" to the Joovy would just be perfect and everything I want. Thanks! I would love to try your "child size stadium seat" idea as well. Where did you get it? I'm debating between this Joovy Caboose ultralight vs. Baby Trend Sit N Stand Double. The BT is 30 lbs, double the weight of the Joovy, and I'm a small woman. But I like the BT because it gives me the option of putting my older underweight 3-year old kid in the back seat that allows her to lean back and rest if she wants. (She'd probably want to sit in the front so she can see more even while resting, and I'll place my 8 month old in the back.) So adding the "child size stadium seat"... » Read More I would love to try your "child size stadium seat" idea as well. Where did you get it? I'm debating between this Joovy Caboose ultralight vs. Baby Trend Sit N Stand Double. The BT is 30 lbs, double the weight of the Joovy, and I'm a small woman. But I like the BT because it gives me the option of putting my older underweight 3-year old kid in the back seat that allows her to lean back and rest if she wants. (She'd probably want to sit in the front so she can see more even while resting, and I'll place my 8 month old in the back.) So adding the "child size stadium seat" to the Joovy would just be perfect and everything I want. Thanks! « Show Less
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do you remember where you got your stadium seat? I did a quick search online and couldn't find anything that looked child-size. It sounds like a good idea and I think I would like to try it out.Thanks for responding!
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We bought a child size stadium seat. It has a padded seat and back with straps that can adjust the seat back. I kind of wrap the straps around the stroller handles to attach it. The child's legs can be put in the basket with orders not to kick! It's not the best fix but does do a pretty good job, especially if the older child wants to lean back a little and fall asleep. Our granddaughter, 3 yrs. 4 mos. usually wants to sit backwards and doesn't like to stand anyway. My biggest complaint about this stroller is the short front seat. Our 16 mo old granddaughter is tall and she seems almost to big for the seat. We bought a child size stadium seat. It has a padded seat and back with straps that can adjust the seat back. I kind of wrap the straps around the stroller handles to attach it. The child's legs can be put in the basket with orders not to kick! It's not the best fix but does do a pretty good job, especially if the older child wants to lean back a little and fall asleep. Our granddaughter, 3 yrs. 4 mos. usually wants to sit backwards and doesn't like to stand anyway. My biggest complaint about this stroller is the short front seat. Our 16 mo old granddaughter is tall and she seems almost to... » Read More We bought a child size stadium seat. It has a padded seat and back with straps that can adjust the seat back. I kind of wrap the straps around the stroller handles to attach it. The child's legs can be put in the basket with orders not to kick! It's not the best fix but does do a pretty good job, especially if the older child wants to lean back a little and fall asleep. Our granddaughter, 3 yrs. 4 mos. usually wants to sit backwards and doesn't like to stand anyway. My biggest complaint about this stroller is the short front seat. Our 16 mo old granddaughter is tall and she seems almost to big for the seat. « Show Less
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It would be a very tight fit; I agree with the previous answers. His head would touch the hood. But I only use the waist portion of the seat belts, because my girls like to sit forward. So, while the shoulder straps might be to short for him, you could get away with not using them. It is an expensive stroller to to fit correctly though. I was thinking that, when they grow out of the stroller, I would have my kids ride their bike along with me while I pushed the younger ones. Is that possible or safe under the circumstances under which you run? I haven't had to try it yet, so I cannot recommend it from experience. It would be a very tight fit; I agree with the previous answers. His head would touch the hood. But I only use the waist portion of the seat belts, because my girls like to sit forward. So, while the shoulder straps might be to short for him, you could get away with not using them. It is an expensive stroller to to fit correctly though. I was thinking that, when they grow out of the stroller, I would have my kids ride their bike along with me while I pushed the younger ones. Is that possible or safe under the circumstances under which you run? I haven't had to try it yet, so I cannot... » Read More It would be a very tight fit; I agree with the previous answers. His head would touch the hood. But I only use the waist portion of the seat belts, because my girls like to sit forward. So, while the shoulder straps might be to short for him, you could get away with not using them. It is an expensive stroller to to fit correctly though. I was thinking that, when they grow out of the stroller, I would have my kids ride their bike along with me while I pushed the younger ones. Is that possible or safe under the circumstances under which you run? I haven't had to try it yet, so I cannot recommend it from experience. « Show Less
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just picked ours up, the front recline has 3 settings. 1,2 and 3 (most reclined). Only when the seat is in 1, the rear bench seat is really useable, on 3, the seat back practically covers the entire bench, and on 2 (needed when using a car seat), the partially covers the bench, even with it slid to the rear most position.I just went into Target and they had the Baby Trend sit n stand stroller, the front seat has 2 recline settings, and on both, the rear bench is not covered and useable... I kind of regret not going with the baby trend. Baby Trend also allows car seat in the back as well whereas Joovy restricts it only to the front... just picked ours up, the front recline has 3 settings. 1,2 and 3 (most reclined). Only when the seat is in 1, the rear bench seat is really useable, on 3, the seat back practically covers the entire bench, and on 2 (needed when using a car seat), the partially covers the bench, even with it slid to the rear most position.I just went into Target and they had the Baby Trend sit n stand stroller, the front seat has 2 recline settings, and on both, the rear bench is not covered and useable... I kind of regret not going with the baby trend. Baby Trend also allows car seat in the back... » Read More just picked ours up, the front recline has 3 settings. 1,2 and 3 (most reclined). Only when the seat is in 1, the rear bench seat is really useable, on 3, the seat back practically covers the entire bench, and on 2 (needed when using a car seat), the partially covers the bench, even with it slid to the rear most position.I just went into Target and they had the Baby Trend sit n stand stroller, the front seat has 2 recline settings, and on both, the rear bench is not covered and useable... I kind of regret not going with the baby trend. Baby Trend also allows car seat in the back as well whereas Joovy restricts it only to the front... « Show Less
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at 3 and 30lbs does he not still fit rear facing? I'd keep them rear facing for as long as is possible, if they really have outgrown all rear facing seats height wise (weight wise he is still good for most newer seats) then, yes, this seat would work well...but most 3 year olds, for sure, should still be rear facing, rear facing is always safer. A lot safer.
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I know that it seems that most people do not keep their children rear facing until at least 40 pounds, but in actuality extended rear facing is much, much, much safer for your child. Other countries keep children rear facing until age four and have much lower rates of child mortality in car crashes. Should you be interested in extended rear facing, I would check out the Diano Radian and the Clek Foonf. If your child is not tall, the Britax Advocate is another great choice. If you are set on turning your son around, I will say that we have this seat and absolutely love it. We use it for our almost 6 year old daughter and she is very comfortable in it. The seat installs like a dream and is very solid. It's heavy though, so I wouldn't choose it if you need to move it a lot. Hope this helps!
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I'm not sure if the seat is rear facing. From what I have read, they say that children should remain rear facing until they're at least 2 years old. Weight does not matter. This may be why it recommends 2 years of age. I definitely recommend the seat, but not until he is at least 2. I hope that helps.
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with one seat in the rear facing forward you can fold it with carseat adaptor in front. Also it folds with the adaptor in the back and no seat in front. We always take the front seat off no matter what when loading option we use unless is the adaptor. If you get this stroller i recommend having the oldest child not get used to sitting in front because it is harder to push with the heavier weight in front. We are trying to get our oldest to sit in the rear seat now and its a challenge. if you need an option for a cup holder i also have one if you choose this and we love it.
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Yes, the Pavillion is rear facing for younger babies and forward facing for toddlers. There is a weight/height limit for both settings. We own a Pavillion and an Advocate and are extremely pleased with both seats and feel they are very safe. We installed both using LATCH.
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Hi Mom of Two!I have a quick but desperate question. We just bought a 2008 highlander 6 months ago, then found out I was pregnant. Does you 2nd row seat have the removable center seat? I am having an impossible time finding a way to put a booster, a carseat forward facing and a rear facing seat in the 2nd row. How did you do it, or do you have a different kind of second row?Thanks,rochelle
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Try the "Sunshine Kids Ultra-Mat Ulimate 2-Part Undermat Car Seat Mat" or the "DuoMat 2-in-1 Car Seat and Mat by Kiddopotamus" Look for padded bottom and seat cover, so that it can be used rearfacing and forward facing. Either way they protect well. Skip the ones that only cover the seat because your child will kick the cloth and it won't be protected.
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The only that I found to be any type of an issue (and it was not that bad) was that when using the carrier in the back I was not able to recline that front seat too far back. Just a small bit of advise, is have the heavier kid in the back. It is easier to push that way. I did it the other way once and it was harder. I also put my carrier in the front if kiddo was sleeping so I could recline the back seat all of the way so he could lay down.
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I think the directions say you have to put it in the reclined position for rear facing. My son is 21 months and that still is how he sits (though I'm sure he's ready to turn around as soon as I am).
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We got it when she was 6 months old - it did recline in the rear position - she loved it! It sits very high so she can actually see out . It has a few options when forward facing - no problems. I feel it is extremely safe and while some of he car seats have more recline options - it is definitely worth the peace of mind for the safety aspect.
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No. Try the Ergobaby Four Position 360 Carrier to carry baby front forward facing. I found when baby was old enough to want to see around, hip wearing sufficed, and after that back wearing and he can see over or around my shoulder. Ergobaby is fantastic!
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They really have to be able to sit up. This stroller does not recline at all, though it does have a 5 point harness. Joovy recommends they be at least 6 months, or a solid sitter. You can slightly get around this by wrapping blankets around your kiddos, but of course it wasn't designed that way. It is one solid seat (with two buckles) inside though, so there is no separation or additional support between the seats inside.
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I believe the laws in most states state that you can turn forward facing at 1 year, but that it's recommended to wait until at least 2 years old, and then only turn when they don't fit in their seat rear-facing anymore. Britax probably put that in their manual because, while it's not against the law, it is definitely not best-practice. Statistically, rear-facing children are something like 5 times safer than forward facing children in the case of a collision. I would definitely return it, and mention that to the salesman so he's aware he's going against britax's recommendations.
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Depends on how long you want to keep him facing backwards, but I'm not sure what seat you have matters for that. My boy is about 34" tall right now and his legs are a little scrunched up, but he's still good for long trips. If you are going for forward facing, you'll need a Suburban to get away from the kicking in the back of your front seat, but that has more to do with the car than the car seat. Basically, your car makes a lot more difference with the legs than the car seat. I can't imagine that this seat would give a long-legged child any trouble.