Do I need a Vivo?

cmm7

New member
So, I really WANT a Vivo. The Big Lots near me has them for $65. I don't know if I should get it or not!

The boostered kid I drive the most is Z. She is 50 pounds and currently in a TB in my car. It tips a little when she falls asleep (2-3 times/week), but not so much that I feel it is unsafe. The Vivo has been known to be less tippy, right? Also, it has more SIP than the TB. I have a Chevy Cavalier (no side air bags), so I want the seat to be as protective as possible.

Then I was thinking that it would be nice to use the Vivo for Z and have the TB as a backup. But I do have a GN that can also be a backup so I don't know if that is a good enough reason. When I go back to school I will be watching 5 year old twins, but one has a degenerative neuro disorder, so I would be harnessing her.

What do you think? Do I need it? Is it totally unnecessary?
 
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NannyMom

Well-known member
You're asking the wrong people :whistle: ;)

I love my Vivos much more than the Turbo boosters though, for the headwings. It will likely have a 2007 date of manufacture. Are you ok with that?
 

cmm7

New member
Someone in swap said her Big Lots has August '09 Vivos. I won't get one unless it is end of '08 or newer.

So far one vote is a yes. Keep 'em coming so I can justify this... :whistle:
 

morlando27

New member
You're asking the wrong people
:thumbsup: Yeah that!

The Vivo definitely feels sturdier and wraps around DC's body more than the TB but whether that actually translates into safer...who knows?

DS has been using a Vivo. I picked up a TB on clearance for DN to use while he's visiting. DS got into the TB last night and declared to DN "your booster seat isn't very comfortable". That said, DN doesn't mind it and other parents on here have said their DC choose the TB over "nicer" seats. Could you try her in it and get her opinion?

The Vivos at the Big Lots in my area have '08 DOM (I think 10/08 on the Blush Vivo Lites). Is 4 years of use worth $65 to you?
 

jourdysmom

CPST Instructor
My Big Lots had 5 in Blush, 1 in Cobalt... all DOM 10/2007 :mad:

Going to the other Big Lots locally tomorrow to check there... DD2 :love: to sit in it... but 2.75 years old??? NO WAY!
 

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