Huge Strollers

[starshine514]

People have expressed their experiences. Some have found those with large strollers try to be more considerate about how they operate them and others haven't. I've seen both actions. My only gripe about OPs message is that it has nothing to do with how those with large strollers operate them...just the fact that they use them automatically makes them rude. She's entitled to her opinion. She can even express it freely, but if she's not willing to take the backlash of such an inflammatory post she may want to choose her audience better. I think most would be on board with a complaint about getting hit in the ankles or blocking walkways (including families without strollers). The complaint about the size just because it takes more space than OP prefers is just ridiculous.

 

[Virgoinab]

But, if we were to just worry about ourselves, and our family, then we are doing exactly what the OP is annoyed with: thinking of our own comfort and no one else.

Wow, really? That is what you took from my post? Just another opportunity to try and get another dig at someone on a message board that you do not know, but seem determined to continue fighting with because you do not agree with their statements.

Okay, you just keep on at it if that makes you feel better.

And just for the record I do not for one minute care either way what the issue was or is, but think that how this is being continued, and the manner of which speak volumes.

 

[californiamomof4grls]

People have expressed their experiences. Some have found those with large strollers try to be more considerate about how they operate them and others haven't. I've seen both actions. My only gripe about OPs message is that it has nothing to do with how those with large strollers operate them...just the fact that they use them automatically makes them rude. She's entitled to her opinion. She can even express it freely, but if she's not willing to take the backlash of such an inflammatory post she may want to choose her audience better. I think most would be on board with a complaint about getting hit in the ankles or blocking walkways (including families without strollers). The complaint about the size just because it takes more space than OP prefers is just ridiculous.

I totally agree and couldn't have said it better!:good vibes

Why on earth would you post something so inflammatory and then gripe about the responses! Your post has been a generalization of families with double strollers. I would say that is bullying families that are different then your own. Just saying...

 

[DBMC]

To Leazel specifically:

I absolutely understand that ther are speciall needs for different types of people. I am sure you ran into people not meaning to and were apologetic. Most people don't mean to run into people. That is not even the worst of my complaints. Let's be honest, stuff happens. It is the people in front of you that don't care they are taking up so much room that it doesn't matter who is behind them. The people who jam their huge stroller into an elevator, who go to supper and park it in the middle so they block the path to the restroom. Again, all about manners, but most people with these huge things don't take others into consideration. If they did, they wouldn't have brought them in the first place.

I don't want to sound like I am backtracking for special needs people to sound more likeable, I think that it is kind of known or just courtesy (I don't know the right word to use here w/o sounding like a kiss butt or anything),but I am sure we all understand that certain cicumstances require certain measures.

I don't think I said that properly, but i hope my message still got out.

Just not backdowning on the fact people need to respect others and that you may dodge everyone in front of you successfully, but the people behind you are stuck there waiting for you to make your move. Very frustrating, especially when you choose to stop and give you child a treat or bottle in front of a bunch of people and you didn't have the decency to pull over with your enourmous stroller.

Very frustrating!!!

I just don't understand how the size of the stroller really makes a difference in this situation.

And again, bringing a large stroller doesn't mean that I don't take other people into consideration. I do, and I expect the same from other people.

 

[3Minnies1Mickey]

Again, all about manners, but most people with these huge things don't take others into consideration. If they did, they wouldn't have brought them in the first place.

Manners has to do with how they operate it NOT that they brought it. I get the frustration if they are blocking the way (um you can ask politely if you can get by) or if they try to squeeze in an elevator. But to say they are rude by just having them in the park is assinine.

 

[DBMC]

Manners has to do with how they operate it NOT that they brought it. I get the frustration if they are blocking the way (um you can ask politely if you can get by) or if they try to squeeze in an elevator. But to say they are rude by just having them in the park is assinine.

 

[nsiordia]

I wasn't going to say anymore, but I just wanted to thank the last few posts. I do feel like I was bullied here and only for voicing my opinion. I obviously don't think all "stroller people" are rude. I have kids remember. I do think that even if you are not one of those inconsiderate people who push their wasy through with enourmous strollers you don't really realize the area you are blocking for people behind you, even if you are courteous to the people in front of you.

However, with saying that. I still believe that people who insist on taking their whole hotel room with them in a huge stroller are generally those that don't mind thinking of their comfort and noone else's. I also have not attacked other people specifically, just made the comment (however much repeatedly) at the people who insist their comfort should come at the expense of others.

To the person who says that two single strollers in front of the other doesn't take up more room, I must say they should know what I mean. If one is in front of the other, it doesn't block 5 feet across, even though it takes up 7 feet behind. Again, ,my numbers may not be exact, but I think we all know what I mean. Let's just be reasonable here. I can't get by a double huge stroller in the aisle, but could get by a single if they were in back and in front.

And, I do realize they are necessary for some, but not all and you know who you are.

I do enjoy my whole trips with my kids. I do not let this issue bother me when we are there. I was just posting an opinion and am sure that many of you will agree that you see people constantly trying to get around people, etc.

And you continue with your posts. I think you must enjoy the backlash? It's time to agree to disagree. Whats the point in continually saying the same thing over and over. You said your opinion, people either agree or disagree. Enough already.For your own sake. It's obvious you still don't see anyone else's points and they aren't seeing yours.

By the way, I do not and have never owned an "SUV" stroller although now that I think about it, it would have probably been much easier with my kids. I think they are very cool strollers.

SUV strollers are soon to rule the world (after they take over Disneyland of course)

 

[californiamomof4grls]

Manners has to do with how they operate it NOT that they brought it. I get the frustration if they are blocking the way (um you can ask politely if you can get by) or if they try to squeeze in an elevator. But to say they are rude by just having them in the park is assinine.

YUP!

 

[Virgoinab]

People have expressed their experiences. Some have found those with large strollers try to be more considerate about how they operate them and others haven't. I've seen both actions. My only gripe about OPs message is that it has nothing to do with how those with large strollers operate them...just the fact that they use them automatically makes them rude. She's entitled to her opinion. She can even express it freely, but if she's not willing to take the backlash of such an inflammatory post she may want to choose her audience better. I think most would be on board with a complaint about getting hit in the ankles or blocking walkways (including families without strollers). The complaint about the size just because it takes more space than OP prefers is just ridiculous.

Okay, that is your opinion, and I am cool with that.

I may agree or not, what the main point of my posts have been, is the very, as a pp said "mean girl" tone in the expression of some opinions.

And that is how I am viewing this, that is all I am saying.

 

[VmBorrayo]

Agree to Disagree...

Heading to WDW in a few months...with my DOUBLE stroller in tow...because I have 2 kids and only 2 arms...


Have a great day everyone!!

 

[californiamomof4grls]

Okay, that is your opinion, and I am cool with that.

I may agree or not, what the main point of my posts have been, is the very, as a pp said "mean girl" tone in the expression of some opinions.

And that is how I viewing this, that is all.

I think "mean girl" behavior is going on to a board to talk smack about another group of women or families.

Secondly, I realize there are rude people everywhere, but feel if someone is rude enought to bring in their "SUV" stroller, they are rude in general and really only concerned about their needs.

The statement is that by bringing in a stroller that the Op deems not the appropriate size is inconsiderate. That is inflammatory and is going to get people all fired up! It's a hot subject and her word choices didn't help her out.
When we talk about Mean girl behavior. If it is taken at as mean girl because so many got upset with post and responded that way then I think perhaps there is a misunderstanding of the term Mean girl. My point is the thread started out negative so it's no wonder that it would continue in that way.

 

[MamaT2]

WOW!! Just happen to stumble upon this thread . . . Let me just say that I am highly disappointed in some people who claim to be Disney lovers. . . . the whole point of Disney is to feel like a kid! Do you think when kids are playing and someone is in "their" space that they get mad? . . . nooooooo kids just run around them and continue to play! So stop worrying about what others or doing and go PLAY . . . life is to short . . . don't let others have control over your enjoyment!

 

[todzwife]

Manners has to do with how they operate it NOT that they brought it. I get the frustration if they are blocking the way (um you can ask politely if you can get by) or if they try to squeeze in an elevator. But to say they are rude by just having them in the park is assinine.

AMen!!

 

[Virgoinab]

I think "mean girl" behavior is going on to a board to talk smack about another group of women or families.

Secondly, I realize there are rude people everywhere, but feel if someone is rude enought to bring in their "SUV" stroller, they are rude in general and really only concerned about their needs.

The statement is that by bringing in a stroller that the Op deems not the appropriate size is inconsiderate. That is inflammatory and is going to get people all fired up! It's a hot subject and her word choices didn't help her out.
When we talk about Mean girl behavior. If it is taken at as mean girl because so many got upset with post and responded that way then I think perhaps there is a misunderstanding of the term Mean girl. My point is the thread started out negative so it's no wonder that it would continue in that way.

I have not stated either way how I view the orginal statements by the op.

My point is, weither you agree so or not, is that from my viewpoint there are some classic bullying type comments being made.

You do not think so, okay I am fine with that.

How the op wishes to deal with those directed at her, is her decision, and I am not going to sit there and tell someone they deserve to be treated badly, because their statements may or may not have ruffled some feathers. Neither am I going to defend those statements that caused ruffled feathers.


Just my opinion on what I am reading here.

 

[Canadiantinkerfairy]

It's ridiculous to suggest that someone go without a stroller that is sufficient for the need of a family. If that is what we are going to do then we should start threads requesting people be a certain size. Or that only people who really need a wheel chair/evc/crutches use them. Then we can decide "who" needs them.
Again, anyone would give- up a " huge stroller" if they could in a heartbeat. But, I won't be avoiding Disney parks because of the stroller.
And it's also interesting that as soon as people start giving their opinion on the subject, then it's a "mean girls" mentality.
Hey, if you feel the need to post that sort of opinion on this forum, you have to know someone is going to have a differing opinion....

 

[juliehoey]

Agree to Disagree...

Heading to WDW in a few months...with my DOUBLE stroller in tow...because I have 2 kids and only 2 arms...


Have a great day everyone!!

You too! Took a stroller last trip for my 5 and 7 yr olds and boy was it a life saver some days. I wish I could have gotten the double but their combined weight was too high. We had to settle for the boogie board on the back with a single. oh how I miss the stroller days....

 

[jennabennabofenna]

I have not stated either way how I view the orginal statements by the op.

My point is, weither you agree so or not, is that from my viewpoint there are some classic bullying type comments being made.

You do not think so, okay I am fine with that.

How the op wishes to deal with those directed at her, is her decision, and I am not going to sit there and tell someone they deserve to be treated badly, because their statements may or may not have ruffled some feathers. Neither am I going to defend those statements that caused ruffled feathers.


Just my opinion on what I am reading here.

You are reading it the wrong way. There is no "bullying" going on here.

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

As has been said, people can be considerate or inconsiderate with an umbrella stroller, a single stroller or a double stroller. This is 100% about the user and not the stroller.

Would a person stopping in the middle of Main Street with a single stroller really annoy you less than somebody with a double stroller?

 

[Virgoinab]

You are reading it the wrong way. There is no "bullying" going on here.

And that is your opinion, I do not agree. So we can agree to disagree.

 

[cerilene]

Number one, to the person who said I can't be happy with anything, including the leashes, I did not say that, that was another poster.

Secondly, I realize there are rude people everywhere, but feel if someone is rude enought to bring in their "SUV" stroller, they are rude in general and really only concerned about their needs.

Obviously someone who has a special needs or disabled child will need special things. Noone is arguing with that.

I never said only an umbrella would be acceptable, there are many decent sized single and double strollers with sun covers, undercarraiges, etc.

If I am considerate of others enough to not bring in my huge stroller, you can bet I'm also not one of those adults standing and blocking the way.

Finally, if you want to say I was publically complaining, why do you think I posted the comment. Just hoping it would make some people think about others.

For the person who stated that I cannot say what bothers me, you must be kidding. I think I have clearly said those huge strollers take up way more room in restrooms, elevators, path ways, restaurants. Makes it hard for the rest of us to move around. Need I go on.

Also, you can't tell me that two single strollers in front of eachother take up more room than a double (again, huge double). They are not blocking the way when they are inline.

Seems simple to me.

Buy me a really nice maneuverable double stroller that is "acceptable" in your eyes and I'll gladly leave my big ole honkin' stroller at home! I mean if someone's going to steal my stroller again at DL, I'd rather it be on your dime anyway!

That said, I've seen plenty of people block the heck out of the walkways and store aisles with their small umbrella stroller so in the case of strollers...does size really matter?!?