Big City with a Toddler ?

linzpinz14

We are going to visit some friends in Chicago next week during Spring Break.  We are planning to go to Shedd Aquarium and Sears Tower.  We may be out all day or we may try to accomplish these in the mornings over 2 days.  Either way, I'm thinking that we will be out and about during part of Cecelia's naptime.  This fall, she still was able to fall asleep in her stroller at the zoo when it was reclined.  I'm not sure if she would still do this or not.

Should we bring the big stroller or umbrella stroller?

Big Stroller - she could nap in and is more comfortable and roomy.  But takes up more room in the car for the trip out and may be harder to maneuver around crowded places.

Umbrella stroller - takes up less room in the car and when we are out.  May be easier to get on and off the L with (if we end up taking it.)  She probably wouldn't fall asleep in it.

addslove

I'd probably take the bigger stroller. I like having more room to stash things (bigger basket) if I'm going to be out for a while. I also think it helps in crowds...I use it to my advantage to get where I need to go (possibly plowing people down in the process.)

linzpinz14

Thanks for the advice!  I think big stroller + hormonal pregnant lady will get people moving out of our way pretty quickly too.