Reddit mentions: The best tricycles, scooters & wagons

I have twins. Daycare wouldn't be pragmatic for us. It would cost more than I was bringing in.

Because I'm not only staying at home but also nursing them I'm 100% responsible for nights. But my husband takes the mornings to let me sleep in. It works well for us.

When they were really little I would put them in bouncy seats on the bathroom floor while I showered. Now I shower during naps or after bedtime.

Unfortunately, we get a lot of take out for dinner. I plan on cooking and then time gets away from me. Other moms in my twin group do a big cook day every couple of weeks and then freeze meals. I wish I was that organized.

Getting out the door is an ordeal. I have to plan huge time buffers if I need to be at a particular place at a particular time.

Having two babies however is completely delightful. I love it when they make each other laugh. I got this walker because it's one of the few that allow for the babies to climb in and ride it as well a push/walk with it. They are always giving each other rides. It's the cutest thing ever. One of my daughter's first words was brother (bra-er) and they miss each other when they're apart. It's nice when planning activities, I don't have to worry about entertaining different age groups. They'll generally like the same things at the same times. They also have to learn to share from the get go. They're only 18 months but they are already awesome at taking turns and they understand "Please wait" and "You must be patient". It's hard as hell but I love having two babies at once.

• My interests: spending time with my children and making them laugh, reading, music, spoiling my kitties, sleeping (does that count?), scrapbooking (non-existent since having children!)
  
• What makes me tick? In a nutshell, RED BULL!
  
• Simple pleasures: wrapping myself in a warm soft blanket and reading when it is pouring rain outside, taking a bubble bath with candles (also non-existent since I've had my beautiful children!)
  
• The perfect summer day would go something like this: taking my kids to a park somewhere and running around with them in the early morning so it's not too hot, taking them swimming after their naps, then roasting marshmallows with them over our fire pit. Once they're in bed, I'd swing with my husband on either a huge hammock or swinging couch thingy while it gets dark and just watching the stars.
  
• One thing off my WL that would go with my perfect summer day is this family wagon to tote the kids around! Of course, that's highly unrealistic to include in a basket, so let's say this top for my daughter to keep her cool as she's running around the park!
  
  Thank you for the contest!
  
  Pandora's Myster Summer Box of Goodies

Some really helpful, but frequently unmentioned items:

A pull up bar & mirror (Okay, that one is super expensive, but you can DIY pretty inexpensively)

Walker wagon for around 10-12 months

Wooden Drum - literally a hit in our house. :) Other musical instruments are great, too.

If I think of any more, I'll definitely post them here later.

So I was inspired and hit up TRu myself. I picke dup one of these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036V0JYC

but it looks like i'm losing money on the deal at 12.99, how did you list it to make a potential profit? I grabbed a couple of the other bbq set and that seems to be a money maker. but was scare doff by the price of the t-ball set.

BTW, I think this item: http://www.amazon.com/Little-Tikes-Grow-Rollin-Giraffe/dp/B008MTYTHQ might be a money maker as well, it's a #1 seller

I also am baffled that amazon doesn't have a listing for the little tikes bubble mower: http://www.rakuten.com/prod/little-tikes-bubble-mower/263418423.html?listingId=337101118&scid=pla_google_Toys%22R%22Us&Babies%22R%22Us&adid=18184&gclid=CP7UqLXO0r0CFUtk7AodE20ALA

I wish I were comfortable enough to create a new listing, there's probably profit to be made there as well.

Thanks again for the heads up!

My husband and I are really big on education, especially geography and science, and we would LOVE to have this Radio Flyer wagon for our daughter. Now that the weather here in Oregon has warmed up (and finally somewhat DRIED up) enough for us to go outside, she really enjoys staring at the trees and playing in the grass in the back yard. We would love to be able to take her out to experience the flora and fauna in the rest of her little world!

And then there's a water bowl for my dog Tucker who has a liver disease that causes him to drink a LOT of water every day. The current water bowl we have now feeds both of our pups and we just can't seem to fill it often enough for him, especially now that the weather is much warmer!

Also, you two magnanimous folk look indubitably pulchritudinous on this magnificent day! Now, C'mon...gimme. (But I honestly thank you tremendously for the contest!)

My favorite gift for first birthdays is usually a ride-on. There's a whole bunch to choose from, and your lower price will keep a lid on the noisy obnoxious ones. The kids do love when they make noise, but if you get one that does, go for ones that make a limited sound when a button is pushed, not ones that "turn on" and go on & on, or even go off at random times.

If they have wood floors, though, it might be good to go with one which has rubber wheels. At least go with one which has flat plastic wheels, and not any kind of shape on the wheels. The rubber wheeled ones may be out of your price range, though.

The castor type wheel ones are good too, like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Radio-Flyer-Scoot-Zoom-Red/dp/B004DZOQIK/ref=sr_1_56?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1313050918&sr=1-56

My daughter loves this one, though its just over your price range:
http://www.amazon.com/Pewi-Ybike-Ride-Walking-Buddy/dp/B004M0PSKG/ref=pd_sbs_t_5

otherwise, trucks are always awesome

Honestly, the thing my daughter uses the most, and loves the most, is her Mega Bloks. They're like... perfect for her, large enough to not be a problem, and they keep her busy for a long time, plus she is getting good with her hand from those. At just over a year old she can build the towers with them. They have some of the most adorable sets, and most are prime. So you could go with a large set, or they have the little things, like a carriage with horse and fairy or a Pegasus and fairy.


This is right there at the top, but we have this for my daughter, and it is awesome as well, because she can use it a lot. But it is getting cold, so maybe not practical.

Absolutely, I did a ton of research on this as there is a lot of cheaper or same cost but not as well made cars. After some research I ended up here.
YouTube Video

After some doing some more research, I found out that this company was just a reseller of the actual company who makes it. After finding the company who actually makes it I was able to contact them and found out they have them on Amazon. Here is the link

You can purchase from BCP directly but I ordered from Amazon for the prime shipping. It still ends up being fulfilled by BCP directly but I like having the reassurance of Amazon also.

If you have any other questions feel free to ask!

Right!? We got it for a friends kid. They have three models, we got the green race car last year for some other kid. My GF is determined to win some "best Aunt" award or something.

I am racking my brain trying to think of what ry really loved at that age. Not sure on your price point but ry had [this] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VJKT15K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9yF-Bb5QRETAN) that he loved and was good for indoors in winter at that age :)

Also- bath crayons, bath toys!

My son has this walker which I like cuz it's not electronic but I got it at a yard sale for like $5. But honestly my son is more content to just push around and play with a cardboard diaper box or an upside laundry hamper.

Edit: also my son has some obnoxious electronic toys that he likes playing with even when I turn them off/take the batteries out. He just like pressing buttons even if they don't make noise when he presses them.

They actually make pedal-less bikes now! But it seems like you were ahead of the curve!

It's really cool that you taught your brother how to ride.

I'm was just waking by the bikes, not looking to teach, but I appreciate the luck anyhow (:

Our 14 month old son is taking a few steps, but still prefers to plop down and crawl because I'm guessing he just likes that it's just quicker for him. He continues to explore walking and getting better. For now he loves walking Little Tikes push walker all over our house and at the park.

I have a few ideas.

This swing secures the baby, so it's pretty safe, and I'm sure you could find a way to mount it inside if necessary: http://www.amazon.com/Little-Tikes-Snug-Secure-Swing-Pink/dp/B001P5GRF6/ref=pd_sbs_t_3

Now, this is a personal favorite, when I was a child I LOVED disney princesses. I still do really, and if I got one of these as a kid I think I would just have exploded out of happiness: http://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Price-Little-People-Disney-Princess/dp/B007J3FBKU/ref=sr_1_190?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1383115192&sr=1-190

My brother as a toddler HATED to be on a stroller, now, if you turned that stroller into a car, he would be so happy. so maybe if she's a bit dificult to keep on a stroller this could help: http://www.amazon.com/Step2-824200-Pink-Whisper-Buggy/dp/B008CO812U/ref=pd_sim_t_1

and this one is kind of a classic: http://www.amazon.com/Tek-Nek-Rock-Ride-Pink/dp/B00186DECG/ref=sr_1_291?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1383115631&sr=1-291

I had serioulsy considered that. I almost got one for her when she first started sitting to encourage, but went with this since it doubled as a walking toy. She still loves it. I LOVE things that grow with the kids. Cuts down on toys a bit. Edit: It also served as a cat toy with all the spinning parts.

Back in the day my daughter got this wagon for her first birthday. It was her favorite present and we got a lot of use out of it! If you want it to look more thoughtful, you can get a big stuffed animal and have it sitting in the wagon.

She also loved the play shopping carts at that age....awww I miss having a baby!!!

whats your opinion of cartoons? Like on disney or cartoon network kids? Like i think mickey mouse show? I bought my niece who is 3 a bike like this, but it was 20 bucks at target.

Good luck though

1. Cold baby chew toys. Seriously teething around this age makes your life difficult. A hard teether is also really nice to have as well.
   
2. Skip the highchair and go for a Fisher Price Booster. My son is 18 months and hates the regular high chair already. He loves being able to sit at the table with everyone else. This is the only "high chair" we've had and it's worked great These you can pick up at garage sales, thrift stores, Once Upon a Child really cheap.
   
3. Lots of clothes. Baby's this age can be messy. Between the drooling, playing, and exploring food there will be a lot of changes in his future.
   
4. a push toy. We have this car which really grows with the child.
   
5. Sippy Cups: our favorite is playtex, all the other ones we've tried seem leaky.
   
   Honestly I suggest checking out garage sales and thrift stores this weekend. That's where most of our kid's things have come from.

puzzle

push toy

walkeR and ride on -this was a favorite of my sons for a long, long time, and I've often said it was the best $ I ever spent, that kids loved it so much.

pull toy

If you want to up it, get wooden versions of them. They are learning to walk at that age, so toys that focus on walking are a really big hit.

Things we have not had enough of over the years: Pacifiers (20.. not enough, when you lose enough to get down to 6), Bibs, Socks.
Other things we found extremely valuable: A rock and play, The woombie which is like an auto swaddle that stays swaddled, and This cool thing was awesome at teaching her to walk, and she still rides on it sometimes!

Things we had too many of: Newborn sized stuff, onesies especially. Towels. Blankets (minus swaddle blankets), hats.

It's normal!

If you want to encourage her, a push toy helps some kids get more practice. But really, she sounds like she's doing just fine.

My five year old got these things for his first birthday, and we pulled them out again for #2’s first birthday and he loves them just as much. :)

Push and Ride Racer

Crawl Around Car

My twins were gifted this car on their first bday and loved it then and still play with it at 2!

Its a kids roller coaster similar to this , except it looks like he took the last section of it off before propping it up on the chair. It didnt really break, but came apart at the point where 2 the top and middle section come together. Its made of hollow plastic like the playschool slides and outdoor playsets.

I just wanted to show you this.

But my submission is:

1. ACTIVITIES!
   
   
2. I would have thought this was awesome as a kid.
   
   I don't want anything if I win, I just want a picture of the little girl using what you pick :3

https://www.amazon.com/Step2-Down-Roller-Coaster-Ride/dp/B00005KBVD

We bought this for our daughters first birthday and she loved it immediately.

For some reason mine can't get enough of running back and forth across the sofa or bed saying "Goomp goomp goomp." We also have a little scooter we got at a yard sale that he uses indoors, various balls and toy cars. Wooden puzzles like this occupy him for a good while. Also rummaging through the kitchen cabinets and drawers that have relatively benign objects in them (pots and pans, Tupperware). Chasing him from room to room or an early type of "hide and seek" (really just stepping around a corner and peeking out at him until he runs over). Watching cars drive by. He also loves diving off the changing table onto the sofa headfirst, but I don't really recommend that...

Literally anyone of any age could enjoy the following toy.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00004T2WP?pc_redir=1405950071&robot_redir=1

That does not change it's intended audience.

It's actually the truck! I wish I had this over the coupe.

This Fisher Price musical car has no off switch, and multiple ways of making the worst music possible. I can still hear it years after mine mysteriously disappeared.....


From the description:
"So much music! So much fun! Join the parade with the Fisher price Little People music parade ride-on! Plays 5 different marching tunes! Use the keyboard to compose your own tune!
Fun instrument sounds include trumpet, drums, saxophone, tuba and 5 piano keys."
https://www.amazon.com/Little-People-Fisher-Price-Music-Parade/dp/B00V3MQ4D6

My daughter turned 1 in December. These are the hits of her birthday gifts:

• [Haba Musical Croc] (https://www.habausa.com/symphony-croc/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9_r68MzP4AIVjI3ICh0MIAzZEAQYAiABEgLOt_D_BwE)
  
• [Y-Bike] (https://www.amazon.com/YBIKE-YPI-Pewi-Y-Bike/dp/B004M0PSKG)
  
• [Talking Car] (https://www.target.com/p/fisher-price-laugh-and-learn-3-in-1-smart-car/-/A-53287475?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&fndsrc=tgtao&CPNG=PLA_Toys%2BShopping_Local&adgroup=SC_Toys&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=9002001&ds_rl=1246978&ds_rl=1248099&ds_rl=1246978&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx-_X2M3P4AIVSFYNCh2zvA7MEAQYAyABEgJAz_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) WARNING: this one is very noisy
  
• Any and all board books
  
• Stacking cups
  
• Museum/zoo/aquarium passes are also great

Could you get him a push toy? That way he can practice on his own?

push toy

another one

I’ve been obsessively researching toys for our first birthday/Christmas. I’m all about toys that serve multiple purposes and can be used for a couple years and through multiple children. Here are some ideas I have came up with...

activity cube - there are all sorts of different models and brands depending on budget.
Radio Flyer Walker Wagon
Hape Scooter

Pikler triangles look awesome, but they are a little out of our budget. I might see if my husband can build one though.
. pikler triangle

We are also looking at getting some high quality wood blocks - but they might be a little old for right now. Maybe for second birthday.

https://www.amazon.com/Pewi-Ybike-Ride-Walking-Buddy/dp/B004M0PSKG

I can't find the exact one, but it's a Little Tykes one that's similar to this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00005850H/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_iODKBbMKRQ5FP).

We got this wagon: https://www.amazon.com/Radio-Flyer-Classic-Walker-Wagon/dp/B00KN0LSUI/ which both the twins have really liked. When they were first pulling up, it needed some weight in it so that it wouldn't tip, but now they can get up no problem. I like a case of canned pears from a Costco.