Tuesday 24 February 2015

Tips pemilihan stroller


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Tips2 yang saya tulis ini adalah rumusan berdasarkan kisah pengalaman sendiri mencari stroller (yang boleh di baca di sini (part 1) dan di sini (part 2)..sebab masa kami sendiri nak mencari stroller, agak jenuh dan kompleks juga. Jadi diharap dengan berkongsi serba sedikit pengalaman saya ni, dapatlah membantu mana2 di luar sana yang sedang mencari stroller.

1.Mengetahui perbezaan STROLLER, PRAM, BUGGY - dalam artikel ni saya akan menggunakan perkataan "stroller" secara umum....

2. Mengenal pasti dan berkenalan dengan pelbagai jenama stroller, lingkungan produk dia (product range)/ model2 yang ada

3. Senaraikan ciri-ciri stroller yang dicari

4. Survey stroller - boleh dibuat menggunakan internet untuk mendapat maklumat berkaitan dengan stroller yang sedang dicari dan pergi survey di kedai untuk melihat sendiri rupa stroller tersebut. Dengan cara tu, kita akan lebih mengenali jenama2 yang ada di pasaran. Sebab kalau tengok gambar je nampak kecik tapi sebenarnya besar dan berat...

5. Mengenalpasti jenama/ model yang memenuhi ciri-ciri stroller yang dicari

6. Membuat pemilihan

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PERBEZAAN STROLLER, PUSHCHAIR, PRAM, BUGGY

What is the difference between a pushchair and a buggy, stroller, or pram?

Retailers make choosing transport for your baby extra baffling by using terms such as pushchair and stroller interchangeably. However, there are slight differences between the different models:
A pushchair is relatively sturdy in comparison to a stroller. You should be able to recline the seat fully and have it either forward-facing or parent-facing. It's usually suitable for both newborns and older babies, and can often fold flat.
A pram is designed to carry newborns and younger babies, usually while they're lying down. It's sturdy and generally can't be folded flat.
A stroller is lightweight and collapsible, ideal for older babies.
A buggy can be a pushchair or a stroller, depending on who you ask!

Pushchairs: the main categories

Before starting to look at pushchairs, think about your lifestyle and if possible, your longer-term plans. This will help you to narrow down your choice.

There are several types of pushchair to pick from:

Three-in-one, or two-in-one pushchairs

Pushchairs are suitable for newborns and usually have a seat that can face either towards or away from you. They often have handy features, such as swivel wheels or enclosed carrycots. They can also fold up so that they fit into the car boot. However, they are expensive and can be bulky and heavy.

All-terrain pushchairs

All-terrain pushchairs are ideally suited to the great outdoors. They usually have three, chunky wheels and good suspension for a smooth ride across bumpy ground. They are often larger than standard pushchairs and may not fit in all car boots.

Travel systems

Travel systems have a pushchair chassis and usually come with a carrycot and car seat attachment. This means that all of your baby's travel needs are met with one pushchair. Although useful, your baby may quickly outgrow this type of pushchair.

Double or tandem pushchairs

If you have an older baby, or are expecting twins, this type of pushchair is great for getting your whole family out and about. But check the size of the pushchair - some may not fit into shops easily and can be difficult to push.
http://www.differencebetween.com/difference-between-pram-and-vs-stroller/

Pram vs Stroller

Pram and stroller are carriage you might want to consider buying when you are planning to bring your small children with you. Prams and strollers allow parents or guardians to carry infants and toddlers when walking around the park or strolling in the mall.
Pram
Pram, short for the British word perambulator, is also known as baby carriage. Prams have carriages with soft flat bottom which allow you put your infants to sleep comfortably in lying position while you walk them around with you. They also have wide canopy, usually half covering the carriage, to protect the infants from the sun or dust. They also have wheels that allow you to easily push the carriage.
Stroller
Stroller is also known as push chair or buggy in British. Strollers are designed as chairs where a child can sit. The seats have restraint system consisting of harness, safety belt, and crotch strap that secures the infant in sitting position. They also have hoods or canopy for protection that protect the infants from weather and they also have wheels which make transporting very convenient.
Difference between Pram and Stroller
Pram and stroller are used interchangeably; however, their main difference is that prams are used to carry new born babies until they are able to sit up while strollers are used to carry toddlers or infants who are already able to sit up. Another significant difference between the two is prams are bulky and heavy which is not a good choice for child transport when going to the malls or when carrying them in the car while strollers are lightweight and most models of strollers are collapsible. Additionally, prams’ carriages are high while the strollers’ seats ride low to the ground.
There are baby carriages that are hybrid of prams and strollers which are practical to buy as you will not have to change the carriage quickly as your child gets older. However, in choosing the best carriage, you should consider your child’s comfort.
Pram vs Stroller
• Prams, short for perambulator, have carriage with flat bottom which allow you to transport your new born babies in lying position
• Strollers have seats with harness, safety belt and crotch strap which allow you sit in your toddlers securely
• Prams are not convenient to bring around because they are bulky and heavy, unlike strollers that are lightweight

pram

pram

* stroller - tak ah tunjuk gambar kot sebab sume tau stroller rupa mcm mana...



JENAMA-JENAMA

Combi
Maclaren
 Baby jogger
 Quinny
 Halford
 Bumbleride
 Clek
 Buggypod
Maxicosi travel system
SweetCherry
Firstyear
Aldo
Mydear
Graco
Cybex
Aprica
Baby Zen
Hauck
Viva
Obaby
Seebaby
Capella
Easywalker (mini cooper)
Esprit
Perenno
Anakku
Stokke
Mothercare
Silvercross
Peg Perego
DAN BANYAK LAGI

CIRI-CIRI STROLLER

a) reka bentuk - design moden, single/ twin/ tandem dan ciri2 lain yg memberi keistimewaan kpd setiap satu jenama dan product range/ model2 yg berbeza.
ada yang nampak mcm biasa je.. ada yang nampak moden.ikut suka lah...
quinny, SCR 6, Halford Zuzz 4 nmpak moden, rupa lebih  kurang
b) adjustable handle -height of handle
Maclaren techno XT, Halford Zuzz 4, Combi MIracle Turn Premier, SCR 6
c) rear facing vs front facing - sama ada detachable seating, atau reversible handle, adjust seat
detachacble seat - Quinny Zapp, QZX, QZX2, Quinny Buzz , SCR 6, SCR12, Halford Zuzz 4 
different set for newborn (rear facing) and front facing - babyzen yoyo
reversible handle - rangkaian Combi spt Well Comfort, Spazio, Miracle Turn
adjust seat by revesing the seat cover only ( not detaching the seat) - Halford S8 Pramette
d) shopping basket -variable size
tengok sendiri..ikut suka.... kalau dah berkenan stroller tu tp basket dia kecik, then boleh attached bag asing... ada yg jual accessories, ada yang guna kreativiti sendiri dgn meletakkan beg sandang kat handle stroller, ada yang beli penggantung "S"...
e) ringan vs berat - kecik besar/ compact
mostly Combi (4.6 -6.4kg), Babyzen (6 kg) ringan dan compact berbanding Quinny yg compact tp tak berapa ringan ( 9 kg). Easywalker mini buggy 6.5 kg dan compact.
kalau cari buggy utk budak besar, biasanya umbrella fold (compact) dan ringan cuma tak boleh dr newborn, dan biasanya front facing sahaja.
f) senang dikendalikan folding mechanism (detachable parts, trifold/ double fold, umbrella, single-handed)
double fold - combi Spazio, Miracle turn, capella, aprica
single fold - well comford, Quinny Buzz
umbrella - maclaren, seababy
detachable - SCR 6, SCR 12, Quinny Zapp, Quinny Zapp Extra
single fold compact - babyzen yoyo, quinny zapp extra 2.0
g)  roda (bilangan roda/ suspension) - tiga vs empat
ada yang kata 3 roda lagi lancer berbanding 4 roda, tapi depending on suspension dia.
itupun ikut safety specs...UK hanya benarkan 4 wheeles stroller sebab dikatakan lebih stabil, US benarkan 3 wheeled stroller sebab katanya equally stable. US 3-wheeled usually stable than EU 3 -wheeled due to its longer wheel bases. 
roda yang bersaiz besar biasanya material dia berbeza sket dan dia direka bentuk utk kegunaan outdoor, jadi roda dia tahan lasak di atas jalan2 yang tidak rata dan berbatu.
3 roda ni ada org kata "jogger" utk kegunaan outdoor, untuk jogging2 di taman, so dia smooth sket.



3 Wheel Strollers & Prams (aka Joggers)

Advantages:

  • lighter
  • easier to manoeuvre in tight spaces
  • easier to fold
  • cheaper

Compromises:

 less stable when aggressively changing directions

Suggested for Parents who:

 want to exercise with their pram
live in smaller indoor spaces and narrow hallways
want a lighter highly manoeuvrable pram

4 Wheel Strollers and Prams

Advantages:

  • more stable ride on uneven surfaces
  • dual suspension for smoother ride

Compromises:

  • heavier
  • more expensive

Suggested for Parents who:

  •  regularly encounter cobblestones
  • want a smoother, more stable ride for their child
  • spend more of their time outdoors on rugged terrainharder to steer in tight spaces

 

h) harga/ bajet
 mahal...murah... ikut specs yang dicari
lagi ringan, lagi compact, lagi mahal lah dia...
I) kusyen/ padding yang selesa
my personal opinion, maclaren, halford nmpak padding dia tebal. same goes as silver cross... tapi padding tebal akan lebih bulky bila lipat and will contribute to its total weight.
Compact mcm Quinny, Coombi, Babyzen... kusyen dia tak brapa gebu tapi masih lembut dan selesa.
j) kegunaan - outdoor vs indoor
outdoor biasanya roda dia dr material yang tahan lasak, tidak mudah rosak, frame/ rangka sederhana ringan tapi tahan lasak, roda besar, shock absorbant utk jalan tak sekata/ bumpy roads and pebbles pavement
k) travel system
nak include baby carrier ke tak.. terpulang...

SURVEY STROLLER (LAMAN SESAWANG )
OFFICIAL SHOP WEBSITES

OFFICIAL BRAND WEBSITE


SURVEY STROLLER ( KEDAI-KEDAI)
Jusco
sweet cherry
Fabulous Mom
 Quinny zap extra 2, Halford Zuss 4/ S8 Pramette, Baby jogger, Perenno, EasyWalker - minibuggy stroller (minicooper), maxicosi travel system, carseat ada brand littlebean, coopers, halford
Mothercare
Bugaboo, Halford, Maclaren, Stokke, Mothercare, Silver Cross
Axeana
Combi, Maclaren, Baby jogger, Quinny, Halford, Bumbleride, Clek, Buggypod, Combi, Maxicosi travel system, SweetCherry, Firstyear, Aldo, Mydear, Graco, Cybex, Aprica, Baby Zen, Hauck, Viva, Obaby, Seebaby, Capella, Easywalker (mini cooper), car seat  - ada Recaro, Sparco, Little Bean etc

Twin baby
jenama dr Jepun seperti Combi (spazio/ miracle turn) dan Aprica,  serta Capella (Korea) .. rasanyer mcm ada Peg Perego (Itali) dan Perreno (France) gak...Brand2 omputih mcm Halford, Maclaren, Quinny takde

Mamours
Quinny, Foppapedretti, Peg Perego, Mima, Bebeconfort 

Baby manjaku
Anakku
Toy r us
dan banyak lagi kedai2 bayi yg ada...

Lepas dah survey, kemudian senarai pendekkan (shortlist) model2 stroller yang berkenan mengikut ciri2 yang disenaraikan

pastu....

PILIH



BELI

Monday 23 February 2015

Why COMBI....


Top Ten reasons why Combi is first choice for SMART parents;



 
  
 
1. Suitable from newborn to 17/20 kgs
 Combi strollers have multiple recline positions from almost flat to upright. They have a weight carrying capacity of 17 or 20 kgs (depending on the model). This means you can use your Combi for your newborn baby right through until they are a toddler (3-4 years approx.) and you don’t need to buy any other costly attachments like bassinets or other accessories. So they are great value as well.
  
2. Lightweight
 Combi strollers are the lightest strollers available yet they have loads of features normally only found in brands double the size and weight. This means they are easy to lift in and out of the boot and easy to push and manoeuvre. And because they are made from high quality materials and assembled using Japanese quality control principles they are durable and very reliable as well.
  
3. Very Compact
 Combi strollers fold up into a very compact & practical size meaning they will comfortably fit the boot of even small cars and still leave room for your shopping. This means you don’t need to buy a bigger car just to fit your pram or stroller.
  
4. One hand open & fold
 If you need to fold or open your Combi stroller while holding your baby, no problem. All Combi strollers can be opened and folded with just one hand.
  
5. Huge UV rated canopy
 Combi canopies have a very high UV rating 95% on most models to ensure your baby is protected from the harsh Aussie sun. And given the canopy is huge, there is no need to place an untidy-looking cloth over your stroller to protect your baby from the sun so you can look good while keeping your baby safe and protected.
  
6. Self-standing when folded
 When folded, all Combi strollers stand up. This means they are very easy to store whether at home, using public transport or at your local cafe. Another benefit of this feature is that you don’t need to bend down to open or close your stroller so it’s easy on your back.
  
7. Reversible Handle (excluding Well Carry model)
 Studies have proven there are numerous benefits to being able to see your baby especially in the first few months. Some of the identified benefits include; the baby being easy to settle, learning to speak sooner and for mums they have been reported to be happier and less stressed. See article for more information
  
8. A continuous curved handle
 Because Combi strollers have a continuous, connected handle, (not separated handles), you can easily push the stroller from the middle of the handle using one hand. This means if you need to carry the baby and push the stroller it’s easy or if you just want to sip a cool drink while pushing the stroller it’s no problem. (Remember always wear your suppled tether strap (wrist band) for extra safety.)
  
9. Soft, breathable fabrics (easily removed for washing)
 Combi seat fabrics are super soft and comfy and made from breathable fabrics that keep baby cool in summer and warm in winter. They can also be easily removed for cleaning (hand washing only).
  
10. Over 50 years of caring
 Last but not least, Combi has been producing innovative , high quality and safe parenting products for over 50 years and it’s one of the largest parenting brands in the world so it’s a brand you can trust.
  

Stroller guide by Capella





Sunday 22 February 2015

Yang mana satu...(2)


Seperti entry sebelum ni, kami telah menyenaraikan senarai stroller untuk dipertimbangkan.

1. Sweet cherry - SCR 6/ SCR 12
2. Quinny Zapp/ Quinny Zapp Xtra/ Quinny Zap Xtra 2.0/ Quinny Buzz
3. Easywalker minibuggy (mini cooper)
4. Combi - Well Comfort/ Spazio/ Miracle Turn
5. Halford Zuzz 4/ S8 Pramette
6. Babyzen yoyo
7. Maclaren Quest/ techno XT

Review akan dibuat mengikut ciri2 yang telah kami senaraikan

1. Mudah dikendalikan (bukak/ tutup)
2. Saiz kecil boleh muat MYVi (dan ringan)
3. Harga berpatutan (bajet < RM 1000)
4. Tahan lama - boleh pakai dr newborn sampai 4 thun...which also means seat boleh recline and boleh sustain berat up to 16 kg - 20 kg
5. Front/ rear facing - possible nak yg boleh reversible handle

Disclaimer: Review ni adalah berdasarkan pengetahuan dan maklumat peribadi saya sepanjang pencarian stroller serta mengikut spesifikasi (specs) yang saya ingini, bukan pendapat umum. So gunakanlah sebagai panduan aje.

Pastu..harga yang ditulis adalah harga semasa ketika entry ini ditulis.

SCR 6













SCR 12




Quinny zapp


Quinny zapp - lengkap dgn travel system (maxi cosi) dan travelling bag





Quinny Zapp Xtra


   



Quinny ZappXtra 2









Quinny Buzz






Perbandingan QZ/ QZX/ QZX2






Easywalker Mini Buggy vs Easywalker mini stroller



CIk Ta dgn anaknya memodelkan Easywalker Mini Buggy

 Jangan keliru Easywalker Mini Stroller dengan Easywalker Mini Buggy. Dua2 hampir sama dari segi design tapi mini buggy lagi kecik.

Easywallker Mini Stroller dia compact tapi tak se"compact" Mini Buggy yang umbrella fold (yg jauh lebih mudah untuk dikendalikan). So kiranya Mini Stroller masih sedikit bulky. Pastu sedikit kompleks berbanding Mini Buggy sebab byk tempat nak manipulate (travellers lock etc) untuk fold/ unfold dia. Walau bagaimanapun, kalau dah selalu buat, masih senang nak handle dia. (mcm Quinny)

Nevertheless, kalau mini cooper muat, for sure dua2 muat masuk Myvi.

Dua2 model boleh dr newborn sampai besar tapi hanya Mini Stroller boleh rear/ front facing dengan menukarkan seat dia. Mini Buggy hanya boleh recline seat utk newborn tp tak boleh rear facing.
Easywalker Mini Stroller - tayar dia lebih besar berbanding mini buggy
Easywalker Mini Stroller- boleh dgn travel system maxi cosi

Video bawah ni mini stroller

  

Yang di bawah ini pula ialah mini buggy




Babyzen Yoyo





Babyzen yoyo model lama hanya untuk 6 bulan ke atas. Tapi model baru boleh dr newborn cumanya kena beli seat separate. Beli yang babyzen yoyo 0+ utk newborn sampai toddler atau baby boleh duduk...yg ni rear facing/ parent facing....pastu bila anak dah besar, beli seat lain utk toddler ke atas.



Combi Well Comfort










Combi Spazio










Combi Miracle Turn









Perbandingan semua rangkaian stroller Combi







Halford Zuzz 4







 



Halford S8 pramette





Maclaren techno XT

  




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Setelah berapa lama punyer piker nak beli yang mana satu...pening kepala juga. Sume berkenan...

Sweet cherry murah dan design dia moden cuma bulky..pastu bila dgr kwn citer dia punyer rosak masuk kapal terbang, piker byk kali gak.

Quinny, babyzen yoyo, easywalker mini buggy mmg terliur tapi harga mahal sangat. Mcm babyzen yoyo kena beli dua seat, newborn nest ngan 6+, campur2 jadi mahal. Mini buggy tak leh rear facing.

Combi pun terliur sebab ringan dan compact. (wpon tak lawan babyzen yoyo)...harga pon mahal esp Miracle turn.

Halford Zuzz moden tp bulky dan berat. S8 pramette sangat comfy, suka design seat dia yg leh adjust utk front/ rear facing...pastu 4 wheel suspension so lebih lancer pergerakan dia....tp bulky dan berat juga.....harga pon boleh tahan.

Techno XT cantik, comfy, harga plak mahal pastu tak leh rear facing....

anyway... dah lepas survey bnyak2...kami buat keputusan untuk beli yang preloved je...sebab tu bersungguh2 dan sabar menanti cari stroller preloved yang diidamkan dengan harga berpatutan...

So akhirnya kami beli.......

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Combi MiracleTurn......







why combi????? (klik di sini)

of coz sebab memenuhi kriteria2 yang diingini...

(asalnyer nak Spazio sebab harga murah memenuhi kriteria berbanding Combi MT yang jauh lebih mahal (kalau tengok harga sebenar jualan...tapi masa tengah survey dan cari preloved stroller tu, rata2 harga preloved Spazio dijual lebih kurang sama harga Miracle Turn, dalam lingkungan RM 600... so baik amek Miracle Turn kan...


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