Any tried to put the infant carrier in the back? 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??
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I would never, NEVER put the carseat in the back of this carriage... it's just not worth it. It's not the way the carriage was made or intended for use. Accidents happen...what if you were to tip the carriage up to go up a curb and the carseat fell out?!? I saw someone's review with a picture of the carseat in the back like you are describing and I thought to myself...CRAZY! Use the thing the way it was intended. Better to be safe than sorry. If you think your older child will get bored (?) give them a book to look at or play a little game with them like I Spy or soimething. Your sister doesn't even have this model carriage...don't do it. Follow the directions; it's better than a trip to the emergency room. And if you were to use it incorrectly and something went wrong; you'd look like such an incompetant when you explained how your child/children got hurt. I'm big for following directions and using things properly. Good luck!
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I believe this carrier is not for outward facing. It can't be front and back carry but only facing inwards. I have a 23 lb 16 month old and we use this carrier often!
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There is a built in attachment underneath the carseat that you can adjust for when your child is rear facing. It just flips up.But it is not like an infant carrier where you detach the base and can carry around the upper portion. This seat would be for non-infants.
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NO support for small infant. It's pretty large. Baby would need your full support.
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I agree, I havent placed baby outward facing on the mei tai and I dont think it would work either.... I usually carry baby on my back.....
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I don't think so. The carrier is shaped for the baby's bottom, so if you carried baby to the front, I believe it would be uncomfortable for him or her. I will say that my son can still see and appears to be engaged when facing me.
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Hi, we haven't flown with it yet (but we will in April, when we go on a trip to California). Best is to check with the airline. We flown to Europe in October and called the airline to find out their policy on carrying baby stuff and they were extremely helpful, so that's our recommendation. And once you know the policy, would you mind sharing it with us? Thank you and sorry we couldn't be of any assistance :)
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Because the straps cross it would smash your chest. But I have seen guys wear baby on their back. Hip carry might work, but I've never tried. The big wide crossed straps and waist belt make my 25 pound kid feel like nothing, it's a good carrier.
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a little bit.... i havent used it with both shade pulled forward yet, so seeing sights hasnt been a problem.,... but theres something i forgot to add in my original review... the front child's foot rest doesnt come out far enough!! i have a very short 21 month old, and she can not use the foot rest comfortably. she just hangs her poor lil feet out and over it.... I have a very tall 2 year old who cannot sit in it at all because his feet hang over and hit the wheels.... i should edit my original rating because this makes it go from 5 stars to 1, in my opinion.
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We've taken it to the beach. Dragging it backwards with the front wheel up works best but it's not fun. We had our stroller loaded with all sorts of stuff, however, so maybe it's OK with "only" a child in it. Once you get to the wet compacted sand close to the water everything is fine of course.
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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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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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If I had a 5 lb baby, he would be in a wrap or a sling, not a stroller:)! More work to push the stroller than to just carry the kid!
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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 dog is about 37 pounds and because the two back wheels are placed wider than the frame of the cabin, it doesn't tip over if he moves around. But he is larger and can't put all his weight on one front corner. If you have three toys dogs and they all stood together on one side of the front, tipping *might* be an issue. The cabin is slanted to discourage dogs from standing in the front corners, but again, it seems physically possible. Maybe go with a 4 wheel model to be safe.
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I'm sorry, I don't have a video, but if the battery compartment is in place correctly (seems like I hadn't turned the plastic piece sufficiently the first try) the cradle part gently sways back and forth with the option of cheesy music. I should say though that my grand-baby actually enjoyed the music (ears not fully developed?) She has just about out grown the bassinet now, but we loved it; it is easy to move around the house and the height was just right. Hope you can get it to work for you!
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Hi Ashley,Unfortunately my husband and I tried to do the same but we're unable to do so. The toddler seat cannot fit facing forward with the infant carseat on top.