When you’re anticipating your first child, few things can be as shocking as the price tags on those trendy strollers that everyone seems to want. It’s one thing to see the costs, but it’s an entirely different experience to realize how many parents are actually willing to cough up that cash. One mother took to Facebook to express her astonishment at the high prices of “prams,” or strollers, and her perspective is spot on.
In her post, blogger Jessica Hart recounts her surprise when she first began shopping for a stroller. While she initially didn’t care much about what kind of stroller they got—anything with wheels would do—her husband soon became invested in the decision. “I thought I’d be the one pushing it most of the time, but he really wanted the best one,” she shared. This phenomenon of “stroller envy” is more common than many parents would like to admit, as they often find themselves trapped in the “I must have that stroller” mindset.
Jessica and her husband decided to shop for a stroller together, and she quickly realized two things: first, the prices were outrageous; and second, “seeing the price tags made my excitement for parenthood plummet.” Some strollers, like the UPPA Baby, can cost upwards of $840, with many others priced around $500. She recalled a friend who had a so-called “stroller system” that cost over a thousand dollars. Sure, it looked great, but the reality is that babies outgrow strollers faster than you can say “overpriced.”
Jessica candidly pointed out that no one warns you that while you might splurge on a top-of-the-line stroller, the moment your child starts walking, they will want nothing to do with it. “They won’t sit in it,” she emphasizes.
The takeaway? Don’t stress over fancy strollers. There are plenty of affordable options available. If you’re lucky, you might even find a friend who has one they’re ready to part with. As Jessica humorously noted, “For a stroller that costs nearly a thousand dollars, it doesn’t change diapers, drive itself, or even become a family heirloom.”
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In summary, while the allure of high-end strollers can be strong, it’s important to remember that practicality often trumps luxury when it comes to parenting essentials. Focus on what truly matters—your baby’s happiness and well-being.