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Baby: The Ride

  
  
It's time again to do another post on the baby topic and share with you how we chose our baby stroller. For the past few weeks months... no, maybe since we figured we got pregnant, we've been on the lookout for the ultimate stroller that fits our needs.

Image from www.lilsugar.com

We drowned from all the stroller types we found in baby stores. Being the clueless mom-to-be, I did not know that there were tons of choices out there.

According to Stroller Advisor, there are 8 types of strollers:

1. Umbrella strollers
2. Lightweight / mid-sized strollers
3. Travel systems
4. Universal car seat carriers
5. Multi-function strollers
6. Active strollers (all-terrain / jogging)
7. Multi-child strollers
8. Carriage / prams

Images from Babies R Us and stroller Manufacturers.
1. Amy Coe Umbrella Stroller, 2. Graco Metrolite Stroller, 3. Chicco Cortina Travel System, 4. Baby Trend Snap 'n Go Stroller, 5. Bugaboo Chameleon, 6. Joovy Zoom 360 Jogging Stroller, 7. Peg Perego Aria Twin Stroller, 8. Inglesina Classica Pram

We had to trim the list. Here's how we did it:

* We are having our first baby, so umbrella strollers are out - they're not suitable for newborns. Multi-child strollers are out too since we're only having one baby... at least for now.

* We want something that can last the baby even after infancy. Off go the snap and go and the pram. I don't want to buy another stroller when my baby won't fit the infant car seat or the pram anymore.

* Budget is also in our list, so luxury multi-function strollers that cost more than $500 are out of the question.

* We want the option to go outdoors, probably jog too, so lightweight strollers and travel systems will not work for us.

And the winner is... #6! The active stroller. We further trimmed the choice down to the all-terrain stroller, and cut-off the jogging stroller from our list, since we are not really serious joggers, and wanted the alternative to have the front wheel move for easy maneuvering (jogging strollers have their front wheel locked). Also, jogging strollers have bigger wheels and therefore bulkier. 

In the end, we chose...

... (drum roll please)... the Bumbleride Indie in Lava!

We really love the Bumbleride Indie. First, it meets our needs. We can use it for leisurely walking on the pavement, in the mall, or wherever... it's all-terrain, baby. We can also take Baby A with us for a short jog since the wheels are filled with air, and the front wheel may be locked as well. Second, the seat can be fully reclined for babies, and it is compatible with different brands of car seats too. Third, we love the modern style of the Indie. It looks so cool. Fourth, it's easy to maneuver, lightweight and I can fold it! Fifth, they have amazing customer service. They reply within a day, I promise! Sixth, and probably the most important one, I haven't heard any brand recall for the Indie.

So, even if the price of the Indie looms around the $500 price point (including tax), I say it's still a good deal because it comes with a ton of standard accessories - at least for the 2010 model anyway. The box includes an air pump, jogging strap, cup holder, head rest, multi-use bumper that serves as the car seat adapter as well, and a rain cover. Most other brands, you may need to pay extra.

    

Crafts/DIY: Make A Wish...

Wish...upon a star.

Image from Simply Romantic Ideas

3D paper stars like these were such a hit when I was a kid. My youngest sister used to make lots of these and fill up a glass jar in her room. They are fun and easy to do, too - very kid-friendly as long as you provide the strips. The steps can be found here.

Aside from just making these stars as decoration, you can put little notes before folding them. Maybe put some words of encouragement like what Creative Kismet did, or maybe some wishes so you don't have to wait for a shooting star in the sky, or probably things that you are thankful for.

Image from Creative Kismet

Have fun!

  

Get the Look: Christopher Noto Bathroom

  
I'm starting a "Get the Look" post series where I source out interior elements to mimic a designer room. I hope you like it.

Designer: Christopher Noto
Area: Bathroom
As seen in: Architectural Digest

Image from Architectural Digest

Here's the style mood board for probably much less than the actual cost.

1. Flooring. Tile Shop. Empress Green Marble, $10.99 / sqft. Lansdale Carrara Marble, $8.99 / sqft.
2. Tub. Costco. Clawfoot Tub, $849.99
3. Tub enclosure. Vintage Tub & Bath. Clawfoot Tub Shower Enclosure in brushed nickel, $145.95
4. Shower curtains. Ikea. Aina curtains, $49.99 / pair. Tiebacks. JCPenney. Supreme Tassel Rope Tieback, $10.99 each
5. Chair. Walmart. Bernards French Provencial Chair, $229.99.
6. Side table. West Elm. Natural Tree Stump side table, $159.00
7. Wall art. World Market, Nathan carved wood wall panels, $11.99 / set of three
8. Mirror. Ikea. Songe mirror, $79.99
9. Vase. Pottery Barn. Rustic white vase, $49. Figurine. China Furniture Online. Kwan Yin, $139.00

    

Food: Figo Pasta

  
Figo Pasta is one of our favorite local dining places here in Atlanta. It's where we go to satisfy our Italian culinary cravings. They have amazing home-made pasta, sauces, salads and paninis among other things.

Image from CityVoter

It's our comfort food.

Figo's interior is very warm and casual. You order your food from the cashier. You choose your pasta and your sauce, maybe some panini as appetizer and some salad too. Their menu can be found here.

After ordering, they give you a huge colorful pepper mill that serves as your "number".

My personal favorite? Prosciutto and mozzarella panini for appetizer, and whole wheat linguine with ragu alla bolognese sauce for my pasta. Sigh, I miss it already.