We've narrowed our choices down to two. We're kind of at a standstill. Each has advantages and disadvantages. Tell me what you think.
This is the KidCo Peapod. It costs about $85.00 at Amazon.Here's what KidCo would like you to know about it:
"Whether you have an infant or ‘big kid’ the PeaPod Plus is the perfect travel bed. For short trips across town when naptime nears, or long cross country vacations, the PeaPod Plus becomes your child’s own portable bedroom. And it’s so lightweight even your child can carry it. The inflatable air mattress helps protect from cold, hard surfaces (inside or out) and provides a comfortable place to sleep or play. Great for outdoors because of its UV protection and adjustable wind screens. Sleeping bag unzips completely to form a one piece sleeping pad. A large front zipper panel allows parents quick access to infants or easy in/out for older kids. The slick, easy to fold design makes it ideal for storage and use at a moment’s notice. Weighs 6.9 lbs.
- Calder would probably think it was really cool. I mean, it looks like a tent, what little boy doesn't want that.
- It can be used to age 6.
- It comes with a sleeping bag.
Here are the disadvantages:
- It might be too much of a toy and hard for Calder to settle down in.
- It isn't as compact when folded and therefore would be harder to get into our luggage.
- I've never really heard of KidCo.
Here's the second one. The Phil & Ted Traveller. It costs about $80.00 at Costco. (but up to $199 at other stores)
The phil&teds® Traveller is a full size cot/crib that’s lighter than the baby! Perfect for both outdoor and indoor use. Lightweight, washable, and waterproof.
- Age: Newborn up to 3 years
- Use: Indoor & outdoor
- Frame: Lightweight aluminum
- Fabric: Washable & waterproof
- Incredibly lightweight
- Playpen & sleep solution in one
- Ideal for home & away, sleep & play, beach & bedroom
- Compact so there’s less bulk to carry
- Zip-off UV shade cover
- Self inflating mattress (cushion & insulation)
- Simple, rapid assembly
- Dimensions: 51x25x31 in. erected, 25x9x9 in. packed
- Weight: 5.6 lbs. (without mattress)
- Size when broken down
- It looks like a bed and seems very sturdy.
- It comes from a company I know a lot about and trust.
- It doesn't seem like it would blow away in the wind if we take it to the beach or the park.
- It seems like it would be better to use from infancy for our next kid.
And the disadvantages:
- It's less 'cool' for Calder.
- It doesn't come with a sleeping bag (but I could totally make one, so that is fairly minor)
- It only goes to age 3.
5 comments:
This is coming from someone with zero experience with either of those products, but I have heard really great things about the peapod and have been waiting for a reason to buy one for Milo. We have a pack 'n' play which I've used when we've traveled but it is definitely bulky. Blog about what you choose and if Calder likes it! Also - way to go on the spending fast! I think I will try the writing it down and waiting for 2 weeks thing. I definitely impulse buy way too often. You're so awesome! If I were there I would buy you a pizza to help get you through the week! Love you!
only major disadvantages I see to the peapod is that he can get out, and really easy at that. My kids definitely need the "I cant get out" factor, other-wise there was no way they were going down. The sleeping bag is a cool idea till you realize that not many kids that age will actually stay in them. Its a hard choice. I would also say that the age limit thing isn't that big of a deal either. Most 3 yr olds are sleeping in a toddler bed anyways to make room for baby. :)I love the tent look, but when you look at practicality I would go with the other. Good luck!
I say p&t because he can't get out--as easily. That would be a huge issue for us. I can't see them needing a sleeping bag too much in the summer, so you have plenty of time to make one for later. Good luck with your decision. We are p&t fans here, so maybe I'm biased??
I think my kids would go crazy in that first one. If I left it open they'd get out and if I closed it they'd hate it. I don't think those are very big either. That P&T one looks great and what a great price. For what its worth I bought my pack n play for $40 and it has help up way longer than the Combi one I paid twice that for. Mine is much heavier than the p&t I am sure.
I definitely want to know what you decide. After we finally get Will out of the crib, we'll need a new travel solution.
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