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Pushchair suitable for an older child

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Mitchell81 · 13/06/2010 19:46

What pram/buggy would you suggest for my DD she is 9 years old with SN (Unable to walk)she is 20kgs and under 3ft tall. I am looking at getting her yet another pram. (She has 3 SN's ones but is still small so thinking might try a new type) The SN's ones are either huge/ heavy or just too big for her. She can fit into my P+T vibe just her legs are a bit long as she can't bend her legs so would need something with a decent leg rest. I know it is asking alot from a pram, but if anyone thinks their type of pram would suit her can you let me know so that I can go and try it out. Thanks if you can help.

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thisisyesterday · 13/06/2010 19:58

how about the mountain buggy XL? it is a special needs pushchair so you may have already tried it
the regular mountain buggy is really roomy. My 5 yr old fits in no problem at all, and this one is adapted to make it even easier

mountain buggy special needs

obv if you don't need it that big (tho obv that would allow room to grow) then the regular mountain buggy terrain would be fine
they're really light and easy to push too

thisisyesterday · 13/06/2010 20:00

sorry, have only just noticed it has been discontinued...but the site does have other options on it

if you go for a regular mountain buggy you'd be able to pick one up fairly cheap on ebay

i don't know the first thing about how it all works, but is she not entitled to a wheelchair of some description? might that be a better option?

Mitchell81 · 13/06/2010 20:55

Thanks, will have another look at that website. Yes Wheelchair service/NHS have provided her with a wheelchair which is suitable for going to school and goes in the school transport. But it is not that comfortable for her to use all day so we have self funded a 3 wheeler for going off road, umbrella style buggy to be left in the car and another pushchair which is really heavy that stays in the house. Just looking for something not so heavy and more comfortable. Thanks for taking the time to respond.

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Multimummy · 13/06/2010 21:16

She might fit into a babyjogger - they have quite generous seat sizes. My tall 6y old (wears age 7/8y clothing) could fit in easily and still have headroom for the canopy to go over her in the baby jogger city elite. I think the baby jogger city classic is also very similar in dimensions. I'm almost certain it would be suitable for your daughter.
There is an ebay seller selling a beautiful pink city classic for only £139 - it's hugely discounted from the usual price with free postage Here
Do check out this video for more info - the quickfold system on this pushchair is fab - they also set up really quick and easy too.

Mitchell81 · 14/06/2010 20:46

Thanks will have a look at those.

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