I've often wondered why strollers don't come with headlights. (Seriously, I think about such things.) Well, my wish has actually come true. The new Zen stroller from Bloom comes with--you guessed it--a headlight. But that's only one of the very cool and clever design features on this futuristic-looking buggy.
The new Zen stroller from Bloom is definitely one of the more eye-catching baby-carting mechanisms I've seen. And this comes from a mama who's pushed her kids in some big name, SUV-sized strollers.
Part of the notice me-ness is due in part to the acid bright colors in the CMYK stroller (pictured). But for the more faint at heart, Bloom also offers the Zen in Monochrome, a sleek but subtle black on black model.
The Zen, a lightweight, three-wheeled, mid-sized stroller, is the perfect compromise between an umbrella stroller and a heavy-duty buggy. As I mentioned, there's that cool, solar-powered light at the base of the stroller, which is the first part to be seen by cars when crossing the street. The light also has a flashing "hazard" option, with the buttons available at the handle. I have not had a use for the hazards yet, but I imagine if I get a flat on the way to school drop off, they'll hopefully alert all the other moms to pass me or lend a hand. (Ha.)
In my opinion, the real standout feature on the Zen is its magical-like ability to fold-up and become compact and skinny in record time. As my husband can attest, I'm pretty much as un-handy as you can get. But after a brief demo from the founder of Bloom himself, I was able to fold the stroller on just one try, without asking for help. Swear. The way the stroller folds up, the handle bars never even have to touch the ground (great for germophobes like me) and the wheels are still useable, meaning you can easily push the stroller folded, should you need to.
Bloom created a fun, cinematic video on You Tube of a dad pushing his son all around NYC in the Zen that will make any suburbanite green with envy. Hailing a cab with a three year old may not be as easy as they show, but getting the Zen into the cab's trunk? A cinch. -Melissa
The Zen stroller ($799) from Bloom is available exclusively at Giggle. Bloom also offers the Zen Yoga Newborn Nest for babies newborn up to six months, a cradle/lounger/travel bed to be used in conjunction with the Zen stroller. Thanks to Bloom for offering us a stroller for review.
The new Zen stroller from Bloom is definitely one of the more eye-catching baby-carting mechanisms I've seen. And this comes from a mama who's pushed her kids in some big name, SUV-sized strollers.
Part of the notice me-ness is due in part to the acid bright colors in the CMYK stroller (pictured). But for the more faint at heart, Bloom also offers the Zen in Monochrome, a sleek but subtle black on black model.
The Zen, a lightweight, three-wheeled, mid-sized stroller, is the perfect compromise between an umbrella stroller and a heavy-duty buggy. As I mentioned, there's that cool, solar-powered light at the base of the stroller, which is the first part to be seen by cars when crossing the street. The light also has a flashing "hazard" option, with the buttons available at the handle. I have not had a use for the hazards yet, but I imagine if I get a flat on the way to school drop off, they'll hopefully alert all the other moms to pass me or lend a hand. (Ha.)
In my opinion, the real standout feature on the Zen is its magical-like ability to fold-up and become compact and skinny in record time. As my husband can attest, I'm pretty much as un-handy as you can get. But after a brief demo from the founder of Bloom himself, I was able to fold the stroller on just one try, without asking for help. Swear. The way the stroller folds up, the handle bars never even have to touch the ground (great for germophobes like me) and the wheels are still useable, meaning you can easily push the stroller folded, should you need to.
Bloom created a fun, cinematic video on You Tube of a dad pushing his son all around NYC in the Zen that will make any suburbanite green with envy. Hailing a cab with a three year old may not be as easy as they show, but getting the Zen into the cab's trunk? A cinch. -Melissa
The Zen stroller ($799) from Bloom is available exclusively at Giggle. Bloom also offers the Zen Yoga Newborn Nest for babies newborn up to six months, a cradle/lounger/travel bed to be used in conjunction with the Zen stroller. Thanks to Bloom for offering us a stroller for review.
