My son is 2.5 years old and am thinking for purchasing this for a plane ride and extra car seat. Is this seat too small for a 2.5 year old?
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I used this seat until my oldest turned 4 when I moved him into a high back booster. I think he actually prefers the Combi seat to the booster he moved into, but he hit the weight/height limitations recently. As far as taking it on a plane I always take 1 of my Combi Coccoro seats on with me. I have a 20mo old and a 6mo old who will take turns in the seat depending on who is napping because the cushion makes it more comfortable to sleep in than the plane seat. The seat fits very easily into the plane seat also, so no struggle there. We fly internationally quite frequently and this has been a lifesaver for me on those long flights when it's difficult and uncomfortable to hold a heavy sleeping baby (or 2!) the whole way.
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I believe so...I have one and I moved my daughter out of it before she was 3. It is a great seat to use after the infant seat but once they get to be around 2 and they want to sit up, this isn't the seat for you.
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It depends on your child. My girl is a very small almost 2 year old and I predict that she can stay in this seat for at least another year. If your child is larger/taller you might not be able to use this seat for very long.
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well, how big is he? they come in all different shapes, sizes, and weights. my two year old fits in it fine.
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I put my son in this seat when he was 15 months old. at 26 lbs, he fit perfectly (was too tall to even have the shoulder straps be in the lowest hole.) at almost 4 he is still in the seat and is still comfortable.
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I think it's definitely appropriate for a 5 year old. We got it for my 3 year old son, who absolutely loves it. The seat is adjustable and can move back to fit older children. Even if children have bicycles (with or without training wheels), they will love the Big Flyer because it is a different experience and ride compared to a bike like Nana said. I agree with Deb too, kids can go as fast as they can pedal and stop just as easily -- That's half the fun. Hope this helps.
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Even if you slide the seat all the way forward, in my opinion it will be too big for a 3 year old. My son just turned 5, and it is perfect for him. He started riding it around 4 1/2, and it was a little difficult for him at that time. I believe there is a smaller model, that may be more suitable. My 7 and 8 year old also fit on this when they slide the seat all the way back.
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My opinion is it would be big for a 2 year old. My grandson is about 48 lbs and it fits him perfectly.
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Yes, I think your 2.5 year could pick up the movement of it quite easily. It may take a few times of being on it, but they will get it. It also can be moved with their feet. I think having 2 cars would be better as all kids are interested in riding it (even teens!).
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I purchased this seat for my 3 year old daughter (she's tiny only 25 lbs) but my 15 month old has used it before. I would say it would be suitable for a child that has been sitting up unassisted for a while...maybe 12+ months. Not sure what the manufacturer recommends.
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We bought it for our 2 year old and she is still a little but too small an uncoordinated to use it well. She is very small for her age. I think it will be perfect for her at 3-5 years old. It is adjustable so it should work for several years.
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My son is 2 and he operates it just fine I wouldn't buy it for a 5 yr old unless they're small.
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The beauty of this stroller is that it's lightweight, compact, and durable. The compact part is your issue here. Not a lot of width in the seat area. We use ours for my 1 yr old and 2 1/2 year old. It might work for your trip, but your son will very shortly if not already outgrow it. You might be in a tough spot due to age and size of kids. We were recently in Disneyland (CA). They do rent double strollers at a reasonable rate (by Disney standards).
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I bought this chair for a 2 year old, but I can see her being able to use it until she is 5. I would consider it a toddler chair.
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Depends on how your toddler is. I started using it with my son at 23 months. The decision didn't have to do with age or weight, it was just his age when we first purchased him his own seat. I wouldn't hesitate to use it for my daughter who is currently 20 months. I don't know her weight, but it's about the same as your child. I find this much easier to use than lugging a car seat through the airport. It's guaranteed to fit in the plane seat, which isn't always true for regular car seats. One warning, you have to distract the child from the plane belt buckle. At first, they want to keep undoing the seatbelt. My son got over it rather quickly (or I flipped the buckle so he couldn't lift the flap). Depends on how your toddler is. I started using it with my son at 23 months. The decision didn't have to do with age or weight, it was just his age when we first purchased him his own seat. I wouldn't hesitate to use it for my daughter who is currently 20 months. I don't know her weight, but it's about the same as your child. I find this much easier to use than lugging a car seat through the airport. It's guaranteed to fit in the plane seat, which isn't always true for regular car seats. One warning, you have to distract the child from the plane belt buckle. At first, they want to keep... » Read More Depends on how your toddler is. I started using it with my son at 23 months. The decision didn't have to do with age or weight, it was just his age when we first purchased him his own seat. I wouldn't hesitate to use it for my daughter who is currently 20 months. I don't know her weight, but it's about the same as your child. I find this much easier to use than lugging a car seat through the airport. It's guaranteed to fit in the plane seat, which isn't always true for regular car seats. One warning, you have to distract the child from the plane belt buckle. At first, they want to keep undoing the seatbelt. My son got over it rather quickly (or I flipped the buckle so he couldn't lift the flap). « Show Less
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I think if he's a young 2 year old then it is probably too big but if he's 2.5 almost 3 then it should be fine. It takes some coordination and I'm not sure a young 2 year old would know how to work/control the handles.
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Although my son is just 25 months, I would say yes, this is a good product for 2.5-3.5 yr old boys as well. The splash guard is a big help with boys and this seat has one. Granted, depending on how erect his boy parts are at the time, you may still need to hold it down or show him how so he doesn't shoot over it and onto the floor. But that is the case with any of the potty seats, even those with splash guards. That said, this seat is also nice because it is padded so it's comfortable for them to sit there a while if they need to while they try to do their business. The suction cups hold it in place well too so they feel sturdy while they sit on it. Although my son is just 25 months, I would say yes, this is a good product for 2.5-3.5 yr old boys as well. The splash guard is a big help with boys and this seat has one. Granted, depending on how erect his boy parts are at the time, you may still need to hold it down or show him how so he doesn't shoot over it and onto the floor. But that is the case with any of the potty seats, even those with splash guards. That said, this seat is also nice because it is padded so it's comfortable for them to sit there a while if they need to while they try to do their business. The suction cups hold it... » Read More Although my son is just 25 months, I would say yes, this is a good product for 2.5-3.5 yr old boys as well. The splash guard is a big help with boys and this seat has one. Granted, depending on how erect his boy parts are at the time, you may still need to hold it down or show him how so he doesn't shoot over it and onto the floor. But that is the case with any of the potty seats, even those with splash guards. That said, this seat is also nice because it is padded so it's comfortable for them to sit there a while if they need to while they try to do their business. The suction cups hold it in place well too so they feel sturdy while they sit on it. « Show Less
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My son is two and enjoys it but it might be a bit young for a three young old. He also has an imaginex plane that he likes that might be better suited for a three year old.
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My son isn't 5 feet yet and it works great for him. The seat is adjustable.
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I would think so. Our Grandson is about 4.5 mos old and he enjoys the seat and all the attached attractions.