Choosing your perfect baby gear - yes, it can be done! Strollers first.

Congratulations! You're expecting!

Now, don't be overwhelmed by all of the choices out there, follow our tried and tested steps, and you will narrow down your baby gear to your perfect stroller and car seat in no time.

First, here's is how we help you pick your stroller. Here is what we ask our clients at the store:

• Where do you live?
  • City vs suburbs matters.
• Do you like to walk?
  • As in every day for a few hours. A stroll a few times a week is a different need from daily walks.
• How active are you?
  • Would you like for your stroller to have an amazing suspension to take it off-road, on the grass and then later on (6 months +) be able to jog with it?
• Would you like to have more than one child?
  • Having an option to expand your stroller into a double, or even a triple, later? UPPAbaby Vista V2 would be great.
• When are you due?
  • Seasons matter. If you hate winter and will not be outside, you might want to rethink that massive all-terrain you sister-in-law reccomended. Or that bassinet upgrade your bff suggested. Since you'll be mostly indoors you might never need nor use either of the above.
  • If you love snow, and don't mind the cold, and will be out and about, then you'll want air tires and a great suspension - our best seller is the Bumbleride Indie.
• Are you traveling a lot?
  • If yes, try to go for a lighter stroller. If you want to bring your everyday one, opt for a travel bag. Missing wheels have been known to happen.

Want a bit more help?
If you're local, make an appointment or come by during our walk in hours and we'd be happy to help you sort all of these out. If we're a bit far from where you are, not a problem - book one of our concierge consultations and we'll be happy to help!

This is the beauty of shopping small - you get honest and practical advice that is custom to you and your lifestyle. #shopsmall