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Do you like giving or receiving handmade gifts? πŸ–οΈ What's the best one you've received? 
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Set of white flour sack towels
Fabric paint
Assorted paint brushes
Fun stamps to represent the stump and tops of the tree
Hands and fingers!!
These are so easy and the kids loved doing it.  As you can see from the mess at the beginning it took me a few iterations to figure out what looked best (and lots of texting back and forth with my bestie who is a far better crafter than I'll ever be🀣) if you want to make your own design, try it out on paper first until you get something you love lol. The towels and paints are from Amazon (will link them in bio) and the stamps, paint trays, and brushes are from Michaels. Most of all have fun with it! Let me know if you try it.  If you message me I can send you direct links to the supplies!
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Baby, Motherhood, Toddler · February 13, 2021

Colugo’s Complete Stroller Is THE #1 Stroller To Grow With: Here’s Why

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Our first baby registry

This isn’t my first rodeo. Like many first time parents, when we were creating Bella Kate’s baby registry (7 years ago) we were clueless on what we *really* needed and what would be best long-term. I think that’s the key here. Long. Term. We weren’t thinking about which stroller is best. We didn’t even know what qualities would MAKE a stroller best. So naturally we registered for the Stroller/Infant Seat combo and I hated that thing from the second we put it together. I’m not going to go into all of that because really what you hate is not super useful. I can tell you that I sold that stroller at a yard sale and never looked back. We never used it because it was so hard to use.

Now creating baby registries is… well different. You can even use some sites to create registries that include items from multiple shops! What a time to be alive! I hate going into stores… so I’m here for it.

Our current stroller

We were recently given the chance to use The Complete Stroller from Colugo and I want to share with you what we’ve found. (Full disclosure: we were gifted this stroller to review. The opinions below are my own.)

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No matter what anyone says… yes, size matters.

It’s a joke… but it’s also serious. I’m sharing the above picture with Nora Dove next to the stroller for reference. It folds up nice and compactly even for a “complete” stroller. When looking for a stroller I urge you to look for one that is NOT huge and cumbersome. They might have great features and might be great for some things, but when it comes down to it, you’re not going to want to take it places if it’s ginormous and hard to use. I’ve found that The Complete Stroller is a happy medium between a small compact stroller and a large super comfy stroller the size of a compact car. It’s easy to open and close and it fits in both our Sienna… AND our Matrix (think Prius sized if you’re not sure what a Matrix looks like).

Flexibility Is Key

The Colugo Complete Stroller has the option to have your seat face backwards facing you OR face forward. It can also lay completely flat for use with an infant and then sit up as your child gets bigger. HUGE. I took a quick video of just how easy it is to flip the seat around!

Nora Dove is very independent now and likes to be facing forward. I love seeing her sweet face when we’re walking, but I don’t think she’ll have it. We can, however, make faces at one another through the mesh in the top canopy so it’s all good.

2021 stroller reviews colugo complete stroller perfect for any age newborn to toddler

I Have Far Too Much Storage Space… Said No One Ever

The bucket in the bottom of this stroller holds 22 lbs. Read it again. It could almost hold my toddler! Not that I would put her down there… Well… Nah. If you’re like me, your husband asks what’s in your bag when he picks it up. {Insert best dad joke about heavy purses} My bag is large and in charge. I’m always prepared with diapers, wipes, clothes changes for both kids, EpiPen’s, Benadryl, rash cream, fresh socks, hair bows, deodorant, spoons, pens, mascara, a blanket, light jackets, lotion, etc etc etc. You get the point πŸ™‚ It’s a Swiss Army bag.

the perfect stroller The Complete Stroller has ample storage underneath

It’s a LARGE bag and you can see that there’s still room for plenty more in front of it in the bottom of this stroller! The important thing to note here, though, is that that added storage space doesn’t add a bunch to the profile of the stroller when it’s folded! More space without taking up more space. YES. It really is the perfect stroller to grow with you and your family.

It’s a Smooth Ride

Have you ever tried to use a stroller that felt like this:

You know the kind. You constantly have to kick the front wheels to adjust them because you can’t turn and FORGET about driving them one-handed. You’re outta luck.

The Colugo Complete Stroller is a smooth ride AND it is easy to maneuver and turn single handed. You know, so you can have your coffee in the other hand. BUT the wheels are still puncture proof. It’s a marvel of modern science and design. As a STEM girl who also loves design, I can appreciate it.

The Colugo complete stroller is smooth and easy to steer. the perfect stroller for babies and toddler alike
I was reaching back to get my phone out of my pocket… not grabbing my own butt.

Life Isn’t Always Perfect, But Your Accessories Can Be

ACCESSORIES! The Complete Stroller came with two extras included.

1) A Rain Cover. Look, it’s the accessory you didn’t know you needed. Trust me. I have an umbrella, but there’s not way it would cover me and Bella Kate walking AND also the stroller. It comes in a little pouch, too, which is super convenient.

The Complete Stroller comes with a rain cover.

2) A cupholder. At first I was confused by the cup holder. I thought it was supposed to be a cupholder for ND and it kept falling off. I really should learn to read instructions completely. {Insert my husband saying he knooooooows} It’s a cupholder for me… you know, for the mass amounts of coffee I’m always consuming. JK I drink water too… sometimes. Aaaaaanyway.

Colugo sells a lot of other super useful accessories on their website! Check out The Cozy paired with The Cozy Mittens that make this stroller perfection for getting fresh air when it’s cold out. The On The Go Organizer is like a fanny pack for your stroller and I personally don’t know ANYONE who doesn’t love a good fanny pack. So…

Fight me.

Extra Features

The sun canopy is UPF 50+. So you don’t have to worry about your little’s skin on sunny walks. My husband had skin cancer so this is something we are VERY conscious of and appreciative that they thought of it.

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Just stopping for a smooch.

All of the base layer fabrics are removable and the comfort layer on the seat is **machine washable**. It’s really easy to clean! BONUS: The handles are wrapped in vegan leather. So chic.

the handles on this stroller are covered in vegan leather.

It’s easy to close up! Just press here. Okay it’s not just that. You have to press the Fold button, then pull up on the seat recline adjuster right under it (which you can do with one hand at the same time), and then it will fold closed, but it’s easy. πŸ™‚

Colugo Complete Stroller folds up easy. It's perfect from newborn to toddler

Things I Wish Were Different

While there wasn’t much lacking in this stroller, I do wish the clasp on the harness were a little more straightforward. I LOVE that it’s magnetic, but it took a bit for me to get used to how it goes together. Not a deal breaker, just something that isn’t super intuitive, at least not to me.

harness and straps on the colugo complete stroller with toddler riding

Let’s Review

The Colugo Complete Stroller is not too big even though it isn’t considered a compact stroller. PS they do HAVE a compact stroller that looks to be just as amazing!
The Colugo Complete Stroller is easy to fold and unfold. It’s also easy to switch the seat around.
The Colugo Complete Stroller rides smooth and it’s very easy to turn.
The Colugo Complete Stroller has tons of storage space in the bottom tray/bucket.
The Colugo Complete Stroller comes with a rain cover and cup holder with other useful accessories available for purchase.
And and and and πŸ™‚

Actual image of me checking all of the boxes:

I truly hope you found this helpful and informative, and if there’s anything I can help with please do not hesitate to leave a comment below or shoot me a message! If you did find this useful I would love it if you’d share it with your friends and family or pin it! If you try this stroller I’d LOVE to hear YOUR thoughts on it!!

xoxo,

Aleah

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Do you like giving or receiving handmade gifts? πŸ–οΈ What's the best one you've received? 
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Set of white flour sack towels
Fabric paint
Assorted paint brushes
Fun stamps to represent the stump and tops of the tree
Hands and fingers!!
These are so easy and the kids loved doing it.  As you can see from the mess at the beginning it took me a few iterations to figure out what looked best (and lots of texting back and forth with my bestie who is a far better crafter than I'll ever be🀣) if you want to make your own design, try it out on paper first until you get something you love lol. The towels and paints are from Amazon (will link them in bio) and the stamps, paint trays, and brushes are from Michaels. Most of all have fun with it! Let me know if you try it.  If you message me I can send you direct links to the supplies!
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After our beach trip was unexpectedly cancelled we decided to take the kids last minute to Chattanooga for a quick getaway before school starts and it did not disappoint!!
Here's a list of what we did while we were there:

1) The Tennessee Aquarium (@tennesseeaquarium). We did the ticket + imax combo and the kids loved it. This was an all day event for us. We did the ocean side, then did an imax movie, and finished off with the river side. They are still doing timed entry so purchase your tickets ahead online. 
2) Ruby Falls (@rubyfallscave). The girls looooooved this. This was their first time into a cave. It was beautiful and our tour guide was full of puns πŸ˜‚ and dad jokes. They are times as well so purchase your tour ahead of time online. We did a 940 tour and it wasn't a huge group. It took about 2 hours all in. 
3) Ride the Incline Railway (@ridetheincline). You only really need to allow an hour for this but it was really fun. Purchase your queue time online ahead of time for this. We did this after lunch on the day we did Ruby Falls. It was ... Steep there towards to end lol
4) Pinball Museum & Classic Arcade (@chattanoogapinballmuseum). We LOVED THIS PLACE. You pay one fee and it's all day entry and all you can play on the machines that rent for display only. They have a tag with info about each machine too. It was way way cool. The kids loved pinball the best but I think for Bella Kate Galaga was a close second and for Nora Dove it was Mrs Pac Man. 
5) Rock City (@seerockcity). Do NOT skip this. The girls loved Fat Man's Squeeze and the Fairy cave. Truth be told I thought the fairy cave was like a 1930s horror flick 🀣🀣 but it was so so fun. Leave a couple of hours for this. Wear comfy shoes and bring some water, sunscreen, a hat, etc. Make sure you make it to Lover's Leap where you have views of SEVEN states. 

@visitchatt @tnvacation #madeintn #seerockcity #inclinerailway #tennesseeaquarium #rubyfallscave #rubyfalls #pinball #pinballmuseum #classicarcade #kidsvacation #caves #oursummerlookbook #asummerpost #lookbookonsunday

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Jul 23

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Save recipe for later!!
@stayinghomesawyer inspired me with her mini-waffle maker cinnamon rolls. True story: I haaaaaaate heating up my oven for ... anything but baking sourdough πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ Especially not for breakfast or lunch. It's just ... Uuugh. Anyway she posted about using her mini-waffle iron to make cinnamon rolls, so fun! I decided to twist it and see if I could tackle lunch!  Dude, this is SO EASY!! The girls loved it and thought it was so fun. Perfect for grilled cheese, ham and cheese, etc etc etc. Ours are vegan and peanut free β™₯️ 
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 #schoollunch #sourdoughbreads #wildyeastbread #pizzaforlunch #lunchhacks #momsrock #momhacks #childledlearning  #stayathomemomlife #quicklunch #pizzaeveryday #miniwafflemaker #vegetarianmeals #funwithfood #momentsofsummertime #sundayscontentcreator #momentsofthesummertime #momentsofoursummertime

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Jul 5

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Today is Joshie's birthday!!! And so ends the 3 months a year that he tells me how much older I am than him. πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ I love that he always includes the kids when he works when he can.  He has really instilled and fostered a passion for the arts and I love it.  We love you, @joshshilling ! Happy Birthday! 
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#nashvillemusic #nashvillemusician #musicianskid #musicianswife #nashvilletn #livinmybeststyle

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Jul 4

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Never not proud.  Never not grateful.  Blessed and happy to be living in the land of freedom.  God bless the USA πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡²
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.Independence Day look on point from Target! 
 https://liketk.it/3JlWM @liketoknow.it  @liketoknow.it.family
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#starsandsunshinemoments #starsandstripes #letfreedomring #godblesstheusa #targetstyle #targetkids #targetkidsstyle #liketkit #LTKSeasonal #LTKfamily #LTKkids #LTKunder50 #thegoodjulylife

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This girl ... Is so excited for the 22-23 season with the AAD COMPANY!! UGH I can't handle my emotions. When I told her she made all 4 teams (contemporary, hip hop, jazz, and tap) she said after screaming at the tip top of her lungs, "Mom, I am so proud of MYSELF!" Amen, sister. You should be. She works so hard and is so freaking passionate and talented it takes my breath.  She can dance, sing, and is picking up piano faster than I ever expected.  I hope I never forget to cultivate her passions (thanks @whatwouldjennado and @crystal_og). Whatever she wants to do ... I'm down.  Gosh I love this kid and cannot believe I am so blessed to get to watch her grow, thrive, and blossom. 
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 #nashvilledance #companydance #companydancer #competitiondance #competitiondancer #tapdance #musicaltheater #tapdancer #tinydancer #dancerecital #dancerehearsal  #lookintosummertime #thejulyplans #summerofjuly22 #midsummerlifestyle
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