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It's so hard to predict but I suspect it will be one the later end of the spectrum. We live in a very walkable neighborhood and about half of our usual destinations are about a mile each way. At some point they will be able to handle that on a bike but a stroller will make things like trips to the library, grocery store and farmers market a lot easier. I sort of dread the day that bringing a stroller on those types of trips is no longer reasonable! I would guess that at that point we will invest in bikes with decent baskets or panniers.

@californiadreams: I'm kind of a minimalist so I usually don't have a lot to carry. I wear her on my back for long outings (or DH wears her more often) and carry a cross body diaper bag with the bare minimums.

When we fly it's extra awesome because I just pull a rolling suitcase and don't even have to take her out of the carrier to go through security (they just swab my hands). Much easier than folding and unfolding a stroller a bajillion times.

We'll probably hold onto the stroller until DD is pretty good with a bike, tricycle, or scooter. We already use the push tricycle for a lot of outings around the neighborhood. DD still prefers for us to push her, but at some point she will learn to pedal by herself.

@californiadreams: What kind of carrier was it? A structured carrier with metal pieces has to come off, but wraps are fine. I've never been asked to take her out if the wrap and I've had her in it through security at least four times that I can remember.

That stinks that they woke baby up!

We are plan on having another child, so we will probably get a stroller with a boogie board so that LO can hop on when she's tired of walking.

We've retired the carrier, LO only likes it when she's tired. Can't go strollerless in the city unless I'm just walking around the neighborhood.

@oliviaoblivia: yes, when i get groceries without a car and with a baby, a stroller is a must!

I've never really used our stroller except for jogging, but I imagine I'll use one more as DS gets heavier. I'm guessing it will be case by case depending on the situation!