Large pushchair?

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parachutes · 27/04/2009 11:14

Hiya, ds can't walk for long distances so we were thinking that a large pushchair would be of help: does anyone know if there's such a thing as a large pushchair for a 6yr old?
We had a Maclaren which he's now too big for but I'd like to have something. Would be grateful for any ideas. Thanks

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jennybensmummy · 27/04/2009 11:16

maclaren major goes up to about 12 years depending on weight/height thats about cheapest though there are more expensive ones too!

monstermansmum · 27/04/2009 11:16

did you have the maclaren major? The otto bock eco buggy is similar. Afetr that they tend to be buggy/wheelchair hybrids really.

5inthebed · 27/04/2009 11:19

You can get a Maclaren Major for free if you ask your HV to refer you to wheelchair services.

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parachutes · 27/04/2009 11:19

Hi, thanks for the replies. We've just had an everyday Maclaren Techno XT up til now, I hadn't even heard of the ones mentioned but I'll look them up-thanks.

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parachutes · 27/04/2009 11:19

Thanks 5inthebed, we xposted.

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misscutandstick · 27/04/2009 13:24

ive just rung up HV's to be told they are both off long term sick and wont be back for at least 4wks.

who else could i ask?

jjones · 27/04/2009 13:38

Ask your GP to refer you to the occupational therapist or if you little one has a physio they can refer you.

eatyourveg · 27/04/2009 14:17

do you have a social worker from the children with disabilities team? they could refer you.

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