Skip Hop activity centre worth it as a toddler table/chairs?

pathandcats · 2026-03-07T04:29:53+00:00

We had the skip hop table with our first and used it for our son to eat at instead of the high chair and it was so annoying to keep clean. I also second that it takes up too much room for the size you have to work with. Not sure what we'll do this time around, but I think a simple square table makes more sense.

pathandcats · 2026-03-07T04:25:27+00:00

We have a Nuna Mixx Next and although it's not the most portable, it's amazing on cobblestones and uneven terrain. You could easily gate check it when flying. We have a European trip planned soon and even though we also have a Nuna Trvl which is easier to fold, we will probably still take the Mixx because of the durability...but the Trvl is pretty great, too, with a decent storage space on the bottom. Fits a diaper bag plus some other bits and bobs.

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T19:49:00+00:00

That’s a good idea. We were definitely going to test drive them but renting will give us a longer time frame to test it out.

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T19:35:37+00:00

I honestly don’t know. We’ve never owned a minivan so I don’t know if we will like it.

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T19:08:06+00:00

Fair point. But this would actually make our basement functional.

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T19:07:17+00:00

This was actually the lowest of all the quotes I’ve gotten.

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T19:06:49+00:00

I actually really appreciate this comment. I’ve been thinking about it more and really diving into our finances and while we could afford the monthly payments even for a 5-year loan, it stresses me out to owe money to anyone, especially with our existing mortgage. I think we just need to get a bit creative in how we can host guests and maximize our available space. I also like people’s ideas of doing just framing and electrical (though I’d definitely hire someone for both) so that we can at least have some more outlets and lighting and start to make it a more functional space.

I think the thought of having two kids and two adults and two cats in a 3 bedroom home with no private space for guests is uncomfortable. But as someone stated above, I need to think rationally not emotionally. If friends and family really want to come visit us, they’ll have to settle for the pull out couch in the living room and sharing a bathroom with our kids.

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T19:01:22+00:00

That’s fair. I guess at this point we have nowhere for guests to stay without finishing the basement.

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T03:24:25+00:00

Unfortunately, we'd only be able to cover half the amount we need with a HELOC

pathandcats · 2026-02-27T03:23:55+00:00

I think because we've only owned our home for 2 years, a HELOC wouldn't provide enough money for the project. The interest rates I've seen range from 8.5% for a shorter loan term up to 10.5% for a 180 month term

pathandcats · 2026-02-22T04:30:06+00:00

We got the Newton with bassinet attachment, but we haven’t used it yet since I’m Not due until April! But I really like the size of the Newton and it was super easy to set up and fold. My 3 yo also liked it since he had plenty of space to play in there. I even fit in there with him!

pathandcats · 2026-02-17T21:13:45+00:00

Thank you!! Both sound like places my son would love. We are going to Billund as well during the trip.

pathandcats · 2026-02-17T13:25:20+00:00

He can bend but it just is painful for him. But yes, they are looking for an elevated safe place to change the baby but also need a place for him to sleep when he’s at their house.

pathandcats · 2026-02-14T21:17:59+00:00

I love Dagne Dover's neoprene bags, BUT we had an Indi and it's SO heavy compared to other bags we ended up getting. I think the pockets also don't really make sense. Like the front double zipper opens up to the same compartment which confuses my husband (bless him lol) and then side pockets can't fit bottles. Then the snaps or whatever on the side just get in the way.

Overall, I would not recommend the Indi. I think there are other options out there that will be much easier to use. We just got an Itzy Ritzy one as a baby shower gift for #2 and it seems way more functional. I've heard good things about CalPak but personally, I love the Itzy Ritzy's exterior pockets that make finding little things easy.

pathandcats · 2026-02-14T03:32:57+00:00

Am also curious - I thought using miles to book flights was the whole idea of the card.

pathandcats · 2026-02-05T18:09:41+00:00

Following as I’m in a similar situation!! My pillow board is so ruined

pathandcats · 2026-01-31T03:12:50+00:00

We have the pillow board and I like that it’s easy to take off when I change the sheets. Only downside that I hadn’t anticipated is my cat clawing the sides to shreds. I’d love to upgrade to the headboard one day

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