Friday, September 2, 2011

The Porsche of strollers


I've heard many friends call certain baby products "The Porsche of," but now parents really can buy a Porsche stroller.  And why shouldn't the children of Porsche driving parents have a stroller of the same brand and prestige? 

Enter The Porsche Design P’4911.  The stroller's name evokes luxury and distinction, like the cars. Sweden-based designer Dawid Dawod is known for other amazing projects like recyclable jewelry, multi-purposes speakers, irons and a variety of decor iterms.  Porsche's latest designs include an AED limited edition watch, P'9522 luxury phone and Porsche Design hookah pipe.  I mean who doesn't need a Porsche phone?  The stroller is made of high quality materials like carbon fiber, aluminum, leather and ball-bearing wheels, is foldable and can be fit into any compact Porsche, and safety was a priority in the design as it is equipped with a front safety belt, which also enhances its sleek design.

I believe it when people say there is no such thing as over-spoiling a baby, but maybe there is?  Though we forget this when we're buying the "best of the best" baby items, which tend to be the most expensive the majority of the time, it's important to remember that your baby won't know or care about the brands of their products.  I mean certainly safety is a priority, and comfort is important too, but beyond that, does it really matter what branding is on your stroller, playmat, bottles and so on.   And if you're afraid your friends will judge you because you chose the baby product that is considerably less expensive and less fancy, but equally as safe, comfortable, and even visually appealing for your taste, then those friends need a lesson on "if you don't have anything nice to say, say nothing at all."  And conversely, if you want to buy the highest end items, or splurge here and there for your baby, no one should judge you.  I strongly believe that what we buy our children (and ourselves) is our choice, based on our budgets and beliefs, and we don't need to feel guilty or justify anything to anyone.  If you absolutely feel the need to give a reason for your purchases, my mom always allows me to use her as an excuse--"My mom bought this for AML jr (and oftentimes she did)" or "My mom used this brand when I was kid and had a great experience, so I've decided to try it too (again, oftentimes this is the case)."  Again, Grandma knows best.

If you are curious to see how the wealthiest are spending money on their kids, check out the most expensive baby items meant for the rich toddlers.  The Swarovski crystal-studded toilet seat might be my favorite on the list.

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