
Although I'm hesitant to declare that spring has finally arrived here in the Midwest (I'm sure just thinking it will cause it to start snowing again), the increasingly warmer weather has been a much-needed relief from the endless cold.
For us, just getting out and taking a walk to the nearby park manages to boost our moods, not to mention how much we've missed visiting our favorite attractions like the local zoo.
Now that my daughters are 2 and 4, in the same way that I don't miss carrying around a bulky diaper bag, I also enjoy the times that we can head out for a walk sans-stroller. They're definitely our go-to option when we're going to be somewhere that a rest or nap might be needed or I know that my kids will need some downtime in a peaceful, shady spot.
However, when there are going to be large crowds or we're staying on unpaved terrain or just times that a massive stroller isn't needed, we go without. It's good exercise and those adventures always start off well... and then lead to "Up, Mommy. Mommy! Up! Mommy!" while I attempt to coax a little more walking out of two pairs of little legs.
Considering I'm not strong enough to carry either girl very far and it's not something that my husband is a huge fan of, the reoccurring predicament seemed like it was going to go unsolved.
And then we were introduced to the trend-setting, go anywhere Piggyback Rider and life suddenly got a little easier and a lot more fun for all of us.

Having had the opportunity to see and try on the Piggyback Rider at their launch last year at the ABC Expo in Las Vegas, I knew the idea was not only innovative but a much-needed one for parents everywhere. The only thing left for me to do was try it out with real children to see how well it would perform!


Fortunately, it was immediately clear that putting on the two sections of this product (the parent carrier and the child harness) were extremely intuitive and simple to do.

Slipping the harness on Little Sister B (and tightening it for a custom fit) just like a jacket or backpack, they were both ready to go!




The padded straps on the carrier and the panel on the harness are soft and comfortable, the foot bar is textured to ensure traction for little feet, and the storage bag converts into a mudflap, small pouch or stuff sac with ease!


Holding Little Sister B in my arms makes me exhausted after about a block and giving Big Sister E a traditional piggyback ride just ends up with a hunched back and a neck that is being choked... needless to say, this is a far better (and more interactive) upgrade!
Considering just how easy it is to use the Piggyback Rider, switching back and forth between children of different heights and ages isn't a problem at all - remember, this can hold up to 60 pounds! Everything from the backpack straps to the bar height to the harness can be adjusted in seconds and there is even a choice between lower and higher handles for the rider depending on which is more comfortable.

With piles of rave reviews and the honor of having recently won a Parent Tested, Parent Approved Spring 2011 Award in five different categories,

Retailing for $79.99, the Piggyback Rider is also available in a pink version and can be purchased directly from their website or at a few select store locations across the country.
And, with warm weather finally here and families heading outdoors more and more, one person will be able to do so in comfort and style with their child, because...
One lucky person will win a Piggyback Rider of their own!

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A big thank you to Full Sail International for providing a Piggyback Rider for me to review as well as for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.
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