Graco Travel Systems

Are you researching baby travel systems? Wondering which sets of pushchairs and car seats would be the best purchase for you, your child and your life? Take a look at the Graco Symbio.

Graco Travel Systems are ideal for all sorts of excursions with your baby. The Graco Symbio includes everything that you need for travelling with an infant. This 3 in 1 travel system is made up of a pushchair for taking walks, a car seat, and a carrying cot. Protective rain covers fit on the pushchair, car seat, and carrying cot. Also included in the Graco Symbio are a foot muff for chilly weather and a baby changing bag. The carrying cot adapts into a pram for very small infants, and the car seat can also connect to the pushchair chassis.

Graco Travel Systems are designed carefully, with your lifestyle and concerns in mind. Weighing only 8kg, the pushchair is light, compact and easy to manoeuvre. Spring suspension and pneumatic tyres give your baby a smooth ride. Each piece of the 3 in 1 travel system holds safety at the utmost importance. The car seat has triple side impact protection built in, and an indicator to show if the seat is at the correct angle. It has an insert with the necessary head support for the first months, and is extra deep, so it will last your baby longer. The adjustable five point safety harness comes with fleece lined covers. The seat cover is completely washable. The set comes in colour schemes of red and black or silver and black. All of this is purchasable for £464.44.

Whether you like the Graco travel systems or not, you will find the best baby travel systems at Kiddisave - The One Stop Baby Stop.

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The EVOLVA 1-2-3 PLUS is an innovative, ergonomically exceptional seat that adapts to the changing needs of a growing child- combining all the benifits of the EVOLVA 1-2-3 with additional comfort and safety. It also features Click & Safe, the safety innovation that gives you the confidence that your child is secured correctly.

Further Features:
Weight-3.9kg
Dimensions- H52cm x L60cm x D47

Adjustable side wings that grow with your child.
Drink and snack holders on both sides.
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Pull out drink holder and snack tray.
Adjustable side wings.
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Travelling with a newborn to eight month old

You probably won't want to go anywhere with your newborn baby except straight home. She requires almost nonstop attention and feeds. Not to mention the fact that you're probably feeling exhausted! By about 3 months old babies are pretty good travellers. As the child gets older car journeys become more of a disruption.

Health and safety tips

• Removable window shades for your car to shield your baby's skin and eyes from the Sun.
• To make sure your baby's car seat is properly installed and that the seat belts are correctly threaded or have a correctly fitted Isofix base. Your baby should ideally travel in a rear-facing car seat installed on the back seat of your car. Never place your baby's car seat on the front seat of a car with a passenger air bag. Passenger air bags can be turned off in some cars, check your manual before you install your car seat.
• Nappy Rash cream, bags for dirty nappies, enough nappies for the trip and infant paracetamol for relieving aches and fever.
• Babies under six months should be kept out of the sun, and babies between six months and a year should have only limited exposure, especially between 11am and 3pm on hot days. Hats and sun protection of at least factor 20 should be used during summer months.
• If you're flying, feed your baby on take-off and landing to ease any ear pain.

Food and comfort

If you aren't breastfeeding, take formula and add cooled boiled water as needed. Many baby bottle brands now have formula containers that fit into the bottle securely, so that bottles can be made up when needed.

You may be tempted to take along some tins, jars and packets of baby food but, unless you are going somewhere really exotic, you should be able to buy all of these things when you reach your destination. Also check with your airline about taking food containers with you.

If your baby sleeps in a cot, check with your hotel or the company you are booking your holiday with to reserve one when you make your room reservation. Alternatively, take along your own travel cot.

Entertaining your baby

Take a bag containing a few of your baby's favourite toys, plus a couple of new ones. A wide selection of children's toys can be found on www.kiddisave.co.uk

Travel gear

For young babies, a complete travel system takes some of the hassle out of getting in and out of cars and airplanes. A lightweight buggy you can stash in your car boot or a plane's overhead locker makes sense for babies who can sit up. For smaller babies, a baby carrier may be useful.

Here are some tips to help keep baby entertained and comfortable while you are travelling by car.

• Always secure your baby in an age appropriate car seat and ensure it is fitted correctly before you leave home.
• Try and plan the journey around your baby's normal sleep routine. If you plan to travel at night or early in the morning, the roads will be quieter and baby is more likely to fall back to sleep when you start driving.
• Babies are always happiest when they can see one of their parents so if you are not driving, sit in the back seat and keep your baby company.
• Plan your route before you leave home and take clearly written instructions with you, alternatively follow a satellite navigation system.
• Take regular breaks for feeding and changing. You should not breastfeed your baby in a moving car as this would mean taking baby out of their safety seat.
• Take a waterproof blanket with you so that wherever you stop you have a clean, dry surface to change and feed baby on and which baby can have a little play while you have a rest - this will help to tire baby out.
• Take a light blanket to place over the car seat - this will help your baby to feel comfortable and may encourage them to have a nap.
• If you do have to drive, baby car mirrors are readily available and allow you to keep an eye on your baby.
• Play nursery rhymes or song tapes when in the car and sing along, this will help to keep even a young baby entertained.
• Take their favourite toy or comforter to keep them happy.
• If you are travelling during the day, fit a sun shade on the back windows to help prevent glare and stop your baby from overheating.
• Take plenty of drink and little snacks to keep older babies happy.

Travel systems at Kiddisave

A travel system is a type of pushchair which is compatible with a rear facing car seat and usually a carrycot. The car seat clicks in and out of the pushchair, and into the car very easily, which can be very handy when you have a sleeping baby that you don't want to wake up. Although travel systems may seem expensive, buying a travel system can be an economical way of buying both a pushchair and separate car seat.

The drawbacks to travel systems are that you will still need to buy another car seat in another nine to twelve months or so when your baby reaches 10kgs. It is important to try out pushchairs before you buy them, Kiddisave have got an extensive showroom of many different travel systems in store.

Safety First

• Never leave your baby unattended at any time.
• Always use the brakes, even on a flat surface.
• Remove the rain cover indoors to avoid overheating and never use in direct sunlight.
• Do not be tempted to use the pram to carry two children unless designed for that purpose.
• Check the safety lock preventing the chassis from sudden collapse is working.
• Do not hang shopping bags from the handles of your pushchairs.

Baby Safety Equipment at Kiddisave

Buying safety equipment

Accidents can and do happen to babies and toddlers, especially once they're mobile. The best way to prevent them would be to make sure your child was supervised at all times. It is worth investing a little time and money on baby proofing your home.

A large selection of safety devises can be found on Kiddisave.

General safety

As babies get older they focus on what adults are doing, and want to play with the items they see you using. Give your baby child-safe versions of your work tools - toy mobile phones, CD players, pots and pans - and be sure to keep appliances, sharp objects, and tools safely out of reach.

Not all of these safety measures are needed from the moment your child is born.

Smoke alarm - essential for every home with a child or not.

Corner protectors - designed to cover sharp furniture corners, and prevent bumped heads.

Door slam protectors - clip over the edge of doors to prevent them slamming on little fingers.

Glass safety film - can be stuck onto large sheets of glass to prevent them shattering into little pieces if broken.

Temporary window locks - these cheap plastic locks only allow windows to be opened a small amount.

Cupboard, drawer, oven and fridge locks - fit them wherever your child could possibly get access to something dangerous, such as sharp knives, medication, pens, cleaning products or a hot oven.

Cooker guard - This is a narrow strip of clear plastic which fits across the front of your hob to stop your child getting hold of hot pans. Always make sure pot and pan handles are turned towards the back of your stove, not the front.

Lead guard - if you have leads hanging down where your child can reach them, you can also buy a device that shortens them and keeps them out of harm's way.

Bathtime can be very dangerous as babies can drown in a few inches of water. Bathrooms can be very hazardous places due to many slippery surfaces. Making sure that the temperature of your baby’s water is important, as babies’ delicate skin can scald easily.

Bath thermometer - floating thermometers often change colour to let you know whether or not your baby's bathwater is the correct temperature. Other types of bath thermometers can be attached to the side of your bath/baby bath. Some look like bath toys, so your baby can enjoy playing with them.

Safety tap covers - inflate and fit over taps, protecting against bumped heads, scalded hands and little hands playing with the hot water tap.

Bath supports – suitable for under 6 months. These allow your baby to lie supported in the water so that you have both hands free.

Bath seats - suitable from around 6 months. These allow your baby to sit safely in the bath without slipping (but babies most not be left unsupervised in them).

Slip-resistant bath mat - to prevent slipping in the bath. Suitable for adults as well as children.


Socket covers - Choose socket covers that plug in place, and fit them before your baby starts crawling.

Lead tidy – Make sure if you have lots of electrical leads lying around in your living room, you can buy simple bits of foam tubing that gather them together and hide them, making them less attractive to small children.

Safety gates
Gate and barriers keep children out of kitchens and off stairs where serious injuries can occur. Stair gates are usually meant only for children up to about two years old, as three- and four-year-olds will probably be capable of opening them.

Permanent safety gates: These are best for places that need to be permanently guarded, such as the top of the stairs. The frame is permanently mounted between two walls, or the doorframe, and will have a toddler-proof gate in the centre or at the side, which can be opened in either direction using one hand.

Spring-mounted safety gates: These are held in place with spring fittings so that they can be moved more easily from place to place.

Mesh safety gates: The major benefit to these gates is that they are a lot more discreet then other gates as they have two permanent fittings on either side of your gap, then a strip of mesh can be pulled across whenever you need it.

Extending safety gates: Some extend automatically to fit any gap, and others come with an extension kit that can be used when necessary. These gates can be moved and fitted into any doorway.

Build-your-own safety gates: These come in several pieces, which you can fit together however you want.

Travel safety gates: These consist of four metal tubes which you fit together to make a rectangle, plus a piece of mesh that stretches between them. The top and bottom tubes are extendable so that it fits any gap.

Baby Bath Time

Bath Time

Many parents and babies love bath time but there is no evidence that suggests babies must have a daily bath. It's up to you and your baby really. The overuse of strong cleansers and even tap water can damage the developing skin of newborns, so its best to only use pH neutral cleansers or mild soaps designed especially for babies and use them sparingly in the first few weeks.

Washing his face frequently and thoroughly with cooled boiled water, cleaning the babies genital area after each nappy change, will be enough to keep the baby clean between baths. When you bath your baby it is important to keep a good grip as they become very slippery when wet. Most babies find the warm water very enjoyable and soothing.

Bathing your newborn

The Best place to bath your baby is in the kitchen sink or a small baby bath. By using a baby bath you can bath your baby in any room in the house although you may find it difficult filling, lifting and emptying the baby bath. A wide selection of baby baths and baby bathing accessories can be found on the kiddisave website.

Using a standard bath requires you to kneel or lean awkwardly over your baby and gives you less control over his movements. Also if you’re using the sink or basin remember to wrap some facecloths around the taps to avoid burns, knocks or bumps.

Never leave your baby unattended in any kind of bath, even for a minute, as a baby can drown in just a couple of inches of water.

Assemble all necessary bath accessories.
• Two towels (in case of accidents)
• Cotton wool
• A baby sponge, if used
• Baby bath liquid or soap, if used
• Baby shampoo, if used
• Jug of luke-warm water, if shampooing
• A clean nappy
• Nappy cream, if used
• If necessary, clean clothes

Make sure the room is warm and the bath water is comfortably warm but not hot; about 38 degrees Centrigrade, this can be measured using a baby bath thermometer, but always do the elbow test, too. The water should be no deeper than four inches, and should feel just warmer than tepid, as your baby's skin is five times more sensitive than an adult’s.

Bring your baby to the bath area and begin by undressing your baby to his nappy, then gently cleansing his eyes, ears, nose, face and neck creases, using luke warm water, and a fresh piece of cotton wool for each area.

It's easiest to wash your baby's hair before you put him in the bath. Hold him firmly under one arm, supporting his head with the same hand. Hold him over the bath, tipping him down slightly to avoid the water going in his eyes. Sponge or scoop some water over the back of his head using your free hand, then quickly pat his head dry. It's not really necessary to use shampoo but if you use one, choose a product specially designed for babies. Squeeze a small, pea-sized amount on to the crown of his head and smooth it gently over his hair, then rinse until all the shampoo has gone.

Remove your baby's nappy and gradually slip your baby into the bath, using one hand to support his neck and head.

Use soap sparingly as you wash him with your hand or a flannel or sponge from top to bottom, front to back. Use moistened cotton wool to clean his eyes and face.

Rinse your baby thoroughly with a clean flannel.

Wrap your baby in a towel and pat him dry. If his skin is dry, or if he has a bit of nappy rash, you may want to apply a baby moisturising lotion after his bath.

Top & tailing

It is not essential to bath your baby daily. On days when your baby has not had a bath it is important to top and tail your baby.

The most important job when bathing or top & tailing your baby is to make sure you have everything you need ready beforehand. You will need:
• A bowl of luke warm, cooled boiled water
• Cotton wool
• A towel
• A clean nappy
• Nappy cream
• fresh clothes

Undress your baby down to its nappy.

Clean his eyes, wiping from the inner corner outwards. Use a fresh piece of cotton wool for each eye, in case he has an infection which could be transferred from one eye to the other.

Next clean around his nose, the skin creases around his neck and under his chin. Then clean the contours of his ears, without poking the cotton wool into the actual earhole, then his face, using a fresh piece of cotton wool for each area.

Clean his hands, under his arms and around his cord stump or belly button, then remove the baby's nappy.

Changing cotton wool frequently, clean his nappy area. Wipe your little girl's nappy area from front to back, to avoid transferring any germs to her genitals.

Pat your baby dry, paying special attention to the area around the cord stump, then put on a clean nappy and clothes.

Bath Bathing Accessories

Safety tap covers inflate and fit over taps, protecting against bumped heads and preventing curious babies and toddlers from playing with the hot water tap.

Bath mats prevent slipping in the bath. You can now buy extra long bath mats, which are ideal for bathing more than one child at once. Also Some bath mats come with seats built into them for one or two children.

Bath toy bags/nets attach to bathroom tiles and keep all your baby's toys safely in one place.

Baby bath towels often have hoods that are handy to keep your baby's head warm when he comes out of the bath but you can use a soft adult's towels instead.

Bath toys: there are all sorts! You can buy everything from simple pouring toys to water slides and even a bath mobile.

Toiletries: Newborn babies don't need to be bathed in anything other then plain water, but you may like to use some mild baby bath or baby liquid soap in the water. If your baby has a large amount of hair, choose a mild baby shampoo that will not aggravate your baby's eyes. If your baby's skin seems a little dry, you can apply some mild baby lotion or baby oil after the bath. If your child has eczema, use a bath oil and emollient advised by your doctor instead.

Baby Car Seats at Kiddisave - The One Stop Baby Shop

According to UK law all children until they are either 135cm tall (about 4ft 5in) or 12, must use the correct car seat. It is illegal for a child who is both under 135cm tall and under 12 to use solely an adult seatbelt and can result in the driver of the car having a £30 fixed penalty notice. If your case goes to court, the maximum fine is £500. If your child uses an adult seatbelt before they are tall enough to, the lap part of the belt sits too high on his stomach, in a crash it could damage his internal organs. There is also a risk of him slipping under the belt. The rules also say that rear-facing baby seats MUST NOT be used in a seat protected by a frontal airbag unless the airbag has been deactivated.

Choosing the right car seat for your baby's age and weight is very important. You must also make sure that it is properly installed. If a car seat doesn't seem to fit your car perfectly, or if it seems difficult to fasten in place, do not buy it. Some seats work better in some models of cars than others. Kiddisave offer a try before you buy on all car-seat models to help make sure you get the right model for your vehicle.

Newborns: A car seat is one piece of equipment you really need before your baby is born, whether or not you own a car. If you are having your baby in hospital and are going home by car, you will need to put them in a seat. It is important to only use a second-hand seat if you are certain of its history.

Children under three: until their third birthday, your baby or toddler must use a child car seat appropriate for his weight in any vehicle regardless of where they are sitting in the vehicle.

Children three and over: until he is 135cm tall (about 4ft 5in) or 12, your child must use the correct car seat. It is illegal for a child who is both under 135cm tall and under 12 to use solely an adult seatbelt.

Modern child restraints are designed for specific weight ranges of child, so check your child's weight before you go shopping.

• Group 0 and Group 0+ / Stage 1. These are infant carriers which are rear-facing and for children up to 10kg and up to 13kg respectively (from birth to nine or 12 months).

• Group 1 / Stage 2. Child seats, forward-facing and for children 9kg to 18kg (about nine months to four years).

• Group 2 / Stage 3 and Group 3 / Stage 4. Booster seats and cushions for children from 15kg to 25kg (about four to six years) and from 22kg and up to 36kg (about six to 12 years). Many models in these groups can be modified to accommodate children as they grow.

Group 0 and Group 0+ / Stage 1

If your baby weighs up to 13kg she needs to be in a rear-facing seat. These are known as Group 0, up to 10kg Group 0+, up to 13kg, or stage one car seats. This is a good option, because your baby travels facing the rear of the car for longer, providing head and neck vital support. As long as the crown of your baby's head does not stick up above the top of the seat, she should stay facing backwards for as long as possible.

As small babies sleep so much, you can often move your baby in and out of the car while they are sleeping without waking her up. Infant carriers have a carrying handle to make this easier. They also usually come with little pillows known as head huggers, which make sure that your newborn baby's head doesn't wobble about as they travel in the car. You will need to use these for the first three months or so until your baby can hold their head up on their own. Many car-seats can be used as part of a travel system so that baby can be easily transferred between car and pushchair without disturbing them. Kiddisave have a huge selection of car-seats and travel systems available in a range of brands, colours and prices.

IsoFix bases makes putting your Baby carrier in the car even easier as the base fit securily into your car and does not need to be removed, making putting baby into the car hassle free.

Maxi-Cosi have introduced the new FamilyFix which uses the same IsoFix base for both group 0+ and Group 1 car-seats, which is a first in the industry. With Light and sound technology you can make sure that your base is correctly fitted, ensuring absolute safety. There are 3 Green lights that check that the base is correctly fitted on the IsoFix anchoring points in the car, that the support leg has been clicked into the right height and position and that the Maxi-Cosi Pebble (Group 0+) or Pearl (Group 1) car seat has clicked securely onto the base. Three green lights and – just to be absolutely sure – one beeps and you’re safe to go!

The new Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix Base and Maxi-Cosi Pebble and Pearl are available in a range of colours today at Kiddisave – The One Stop Baby Shop.