customizing strollers

[maxiesmom]

I plan on renting a stroller for my 6yr old niece when we are in Epcot. I know to tie a scarf or do something to make it stand out so that I can find it. But I am wondering what else do you do to make it more user friendly? Do the strollers have cup holders, or can you attach one to it? Do I need to bring a blanket or something to soften it up a little? What about keeping it dry if it rains? Is there a net or some sort of pocket on the back? So what tips do you have?

 

[luckymommy]

Id love to know the same....so im bumping in hopes someone will help us out.

 

[NemoMOm]

Hi,

I've neve rented a stroller but I've been enough times that I know what they look like. They are low to the ground, made of hard plastic with a canopy on top. Here is a link that will show a picture of them;


http://www.allearsnet.com/pl/strol_faq.htm

I'm pretty sure they do not have cup holders.

 

[all4fun]

My stroller (Kidco LS2000, umbrella style) doesn't have cup holders. I had a Prince Lionheart (plastic) one that broke so I have been looking to replace it. I found this one Cup 'n Stuff Stroller Pocket online and am thinking about getting them. I think they would work on the rentals too since they velcro on.

ETA: here's a site that sells them in singles and has some better pics:
http://www.kidsurplus.com/jlc2905.html

My only concern with the rentals would be someone taking my rental stroller by mistake (or on purpose!) I hear that happens more than personal strollers being stolen actually. So definitely mark yours with a bright bright scarf or something. One idea I read a while back was to take a bandana or piece of fabric and write your name on it with fabric paint and then safety pin it onto the stroller canopy.

hth!!