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Welcome, Natalie! Need help deciding on a stroller that fits your family's lifestyle? Searching for baby's next high chair? Writing up your toddler's holiday wishlist and need tips? Gear expert, Natalie Gentile, will be here all day to answer these and more. Ask away!
Our daughter just turned one and has just about outgrown her infant car seat. What's the best option for a convertible car seat that's easy to install in an Uber and will somehow work with a stroller? Is the Cosco Scenera Next the way to go? (I've seen pictures of it on an Uppababy stroller). Is it comfortable enough to sleep in on longer trips (e.g., on a flight)?
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Natalie G.
Hi Laura, |
Hi Natalie,
My son just turned one. Any great must have toys/gear that I can get him for Christmas? I prefer the less toxic chemicals as possible and that help with development. Thank you!
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Natalie G.
Hi Mishell! |
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Mishell Thank you! |
Hello,
What is your recommendation for a convertible car seat that will fit in a smaller sedan? We have the Britax Marathon in our larger car, and even then you have to push the passenger seat all the way forward to accommodate it in the rear-facing position. I doubt it would fit in a smaller car.
Thanks!
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Natalie G.
While it may be a tight fit, your Marathon may just fit in your smaller car. And as your child gets older, you won't need to have the car seat reclined so deeply. But if it doesn't fit comfortably, the Diono Radian rxt is a great option. It's lower profile, narrow frame takes up a lot less space in the backseat. |
Hi, Natalie! My niece is 2 years old and her brother will be born next week. I'd like to get her a special gift to commemorate becoming a big sister. They live in California so I'm open to outdoor or indoor toys. Thank you!
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Natalie G.
Hi Susan! |
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Susan Thank you! I just ordered your suggestions 🤗 |
Do you have recommendations for a carrier that folds up/is packable for a 35 lb toddler?
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Natalie G.
Hi Paula, |
Hello,
Our 2 year old is waking up in the morning before she is fully rested. We want to get her a light or clock that clearly communicates when it’s time to wake up (either with colors or big simple numbers). Do you have a preferred product?
Thanks,
Noah
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Natalie G.
Hi Noah! |
What stroller system you would recommend? Nuna versus UppaBaby? Or a different brand? Thank you!
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Natalie G.
Hi Jessica! |
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Jessica Thank you!! |
Do you have suggestions for gifts for a newborn boy for a second time mom who has a daughter?
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Natalie G.
Hi Amelia, |
Hi Natalie, Thanks for answering questions today. I am wondering about the best travel accessories for iPad on airplane/car. We are traveling a lot over the holidays and would love recommendations for an iPad holder for planes and car rides for our 2 year old.
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Natalie G.
Hi Lana! |
I have a 30lb toddler (35" tall) and he is refusing his inglesina high chair. Do you have any suggestions for booster seats or other solutions that might work so he can join us at the dinner table? We also have bar height seating at our island. It would be great if he could sit with us up there as well (happy to purchase two separate solutions if one won’t work for both the table and the bar). Thanks for any suggestions!
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Natalie G.
Hi Julie! |
I am due in January with my second. My first is almost 5 years old. I was planning on reusing most of his stuff but I'm now wondering if I should be getting new stuff for the baby. For example, I had the Graco Snugride car seat with several bases. Are the car seats now much better? Should I consider buying a new one? Thanks
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Natalie G.
Hi Noel! |