Safety 1st Strollerette Compact Stroller, Mercury,

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given this stroller to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing panel. I have used similar strollers in the past and I've always just felt like they did the job but were nothing great. This stroller, however is actually awesome. The seat is wider than most small strollers so I feel like it will last longer and my kid won't be squished into it as she grows. The canopy is a full canopy, as opposed to some that are just a partial that you have to move constantly to chase the sun. It also pulls down further than many so it will actually provide good protection, especially during naps. Speaking of naps, the seat back actually reclines and has 3 positions, one of which is almost fully laid back. There's an easy tab to pull on the back of the seat so there's isn't a lot of fiddling around to do to recline it, either. The canopy stays attached to the seat while reclined and provides full coverage even when fully laid back. The frame of the stroller is taller, which is nice because a lot of travel type strollers have very low handles which means that I end of hunched over when pushing the stroller. I added a picture here showing the handle compared to my kitchen counter so you can see how high they sit. The functionality is very easy both to open and close. To open is just one side latch and it pops right open. You then use your foot to press down a pedal which snaps into place easily. To close you just release that pedal and then pull a small tab on the side and it collapses right down where the side latch catches it. The wheels are also very easy to maneuver and don't catch or get stuck at all. Two nice extra perks are a very large storage area underneath, which is much more substantial than a lot of collapsible strollers, as well as a cup holder! Which is always helpful for a busy and exhausted parent. The only drawback of this stroller is that it is a bit heavier than others I've used but I think the trade-off is that you're getting more functionality for the extra weight. Overall, I love this!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this stroller from the Stellar Product Testing Panel to try and review. Safety 1st is a trusted brand in my household when it comes to baby gear, so it came as no surprise to me that I love this stroller! It is lightweight and super easy to get in/out of my car. I love how slim the profile is when it folds down- perfect for taking on vacation or wherever life takes you for the day! There's so much to love- a generous storage basket, sun shade with a peekaboo vent, multiple seat positions, adjustable straps, padded handles, locking wheels, a cup holder, and a pouch for the caregiver's supplies. We have loved using this at the park and I know this will be perfect for other upcoming family excursions like the aquarium and nature center! This has a generous weight capacity too, so if my older kid needs a rest, they are able to take a seat as well. I definitely recommend this stroller to anyone looking for a compact second (or first!) stroller to comfortably and safely be on the go with your little one!