Review on Joovy 8094 Balloon Stroller Yellow by Jennifer Fox

We bought this stroller because our Graco Jogger is too big for trips to the store or mall and our stroller with umbrella cannot yet carry our 7 month old daughter. Pros: Compared to my 22 lb Graco Jogger, it's very light and easy to pack in the trunk, and it folds fairly tightly so it doesn't take up much space in the trunk. The basket holds a decent amount of stuff. On a typical trip to the mall, it fits in my water bottle, Lillebaby carrier, hydration pouch, and a few small tote bags. The seat reclines and stands up very easily once you learn how to adjust the seat belt in the back. A balloon hood that adapts to the bumper, which is very practical when our daughter is sleeping. The UPF 50+ hood also comes in handy as it protects you from the sun and keeps you in the shade. The actual upholstery of the stroller is impressive and she feels really comfortable in it. She likes to slap her feet on the seat, so at least I don't have to worry about her hurting herself. The blue color is really bright and beautiful. I was torn between blue and yellow. I've seen both in the store and both are great color choices. There is also protective foam on the straps so it is very comfortable for them to sit on the seat. Cons: Unfortunately, this was the stroller's main benefit and it sucks. I will agree with other reviewers' main complaint about this stroller. The stroller is equipped with a rotating handle that allows you to position the child facing you or towards you. This would be an amazing feature except only the front wheels swivel making it impossible to turn when baby is looking at you. I've managed to figure out how to deal with this, but it's a pain. Another downside is the steering wheel. If you are 5'6" and under this probably won't be a problem for you, but I am 5'8" and my husband is 6'1" and we have to bend down a bit to push the stroller. Adjustable handlebars or something higher would have made this stroller much more functional Otherwise we really love this stroller and look forward to traveling with it.