Symphony-All In One Car Seat

I have so many people come to me looking for recommendations on car seats. Everyone who reads my blog knows that I had a hard time giving up my infant carrier. I definitely went through withdrawal for weeks! However, the Symphony All In One Car Seat by Evenflo made my transition super easy! It is a great looking seat, so easy to install and super comfy for my little one. We started off with the seat rear facing and moved it to face forward in a matter of minutes! It has great features and won the iParenting Media Award for Greatest Product! You also have a choice between colors and patterns.

• The Symphony has the easy to use, SureLATCH™ Connectors for easier installation— Just Click, Click, Push… And GO! This exclusive system provides a super-fast, tight and safe installation, in a fraction of the time. There is no guessing as to whether or not your latches have fastened.
• This is a great All-In-One Car Seat! 3 seats in one that fits children 5-100 pounds.
• Infinite Slide™ Harness Adjustment System simply slides to any height with no rethreading
• Removable and washable ComfortTouch™ pad and pillows provide extreme comfort for your baby! Easily remove the pad without rethreading the harness!
• Contains Energy Absorbing Foam liner
• Side Impact Tested! Meets or exceeds all applicable U.S. Safety Standards AND Evenflo’s Side Impact Test Standard.
• ReclineRight™ multiple-position upfront recline is easy to use and adds comfort for the child!
• Flip-out cup holder conveniently holds drinks, or folds up out of sight!
• 5-point harness provides security for your child
• One-hand Adjustable Headrest makes adjusting to proper height a breeze!
• 2-piece chest clip allows child to be put in and taken out in seconds!
• Designed and tested for structural integrity at energy levels approximately 2X the federal crash test standard

You can purchase this great seat at a great price, under $200! You can visit Babies R Us, in store or online to purchase.

Separation Anxiety

I fully know that I am being so silly about this, but I am starting to have separation anxiety as we prepare to get rid of Grayce's baby carrier and move strictly to a convertible car seat. We have been using an Evenflo convertible car seat on and off for some time now. However, I am clinging to the infant carrier with all my might! This is partially because once it is put away in storage, that means my little baby is growing up. However, that is not the main reason. It is so easy to tote Grayce around with her carrier. She has not out grown it yet, she is very petite! I can run errands and take her in and out of the car with ease. With the convertible car seat, the in and out of the car does not make her a happy camper. She hates it! She often falls asleep in the car and the carrier makes it so much easier to take her in without waking her. Which let me tell you, makes for a very peaceful dinner out! Think if I had to take her out of the car seat, wake her up and then stick her in a high chair she does not want to be in! Yikes, we will definitely be having less dinners out. I have grown quite attached to my infant carrier. Everyone is telling me that I have to let go and move on. Is this really necessary?

Triumph Advance Deluxe Convertible Car Seat

I know how frustrating it can be to search for a car seat for your child. There are so many questions that go through your mind...How can I find an affordable car seat that is also safe, Will that fit in my car, will there be one that matches my style, Is there a car seat out there that will accommodate my child for many years and be comfortable? I have the answer to all these questions...Evenflo. Evenflo offers many different car seats all with great ratings. The Triumph Advance Deluxe is super affordable and meets or exceeds the US Safety Standards. This seat is a bit large, but Evenflo offers many different options. If you want to find out specifics, visit www.carseatdata.org. The Triumph Advance is aesthetically pleasing, being offered in neutral tones, sure to match any style or car interior. And yes, this car seat is a huge money saver, accommodating children up to 50 lbs! With very plush upholstry (that is washable) and extra padding, your little one will surely be comfortable for all the years you use the Triumph Advance by Evenflo.

Let's talk facts:

1. Uses the convenient latch system or belts
2. Rear-facing 5-35 lbs
3. Forward-facing 20-50 lbs
4. Removeable body and infand head support pillows
5. Multi position recline
6. Easy to use knobs to tighten straps
7. EPP energy absorbing foam liner
8. Fold down cup holders
9. Removeable, washable pads
10. 2 buckle strap positions
11. Meets US safety standards

I do have a few comments on these facts. I am so happy to finally have a carseat where the straps are easy to adjust. Having these knobs are so helpful, you don't have to struggle with straps. These are so easy to use, you can easily adjust the straps every time you put your little on into the Triumph Advance. The EPP energy absorbing foam is a great added feature. If you have ever been in an accident, you know how sore you are the next day. This foam helps absorb the jolting energy instead of it being transferred to your child. I love this! This car seat is all about accommodating the growing child, from the adjustable straps to the 2 buckle strap postions available, Evenflo helps parents save money without compromising safety! The one downside to this car seat, you definitely need the directions for this one. And to my dismay, the directions were extremely cryptic. However, once I figured those out, the installation was quick and painless. I think this is one compromise I am willing to make, so get out those reading glasses! I have found that Evenflo produces superior quality products and at great prices. You can find it at Babies R Us for about $150.