Post by NoahsMommy on Jun 2, 2011 21:39:38 GMT -5
Haven't been on here for quite a long time....
Just wondering if anyone uses a special needs stroller for their child? We don't use the stroller a whole lot anymore, just when we go to places like the zoo, mall, Disney, etc. Anywhere that would require him to walk a lot basically. My problem is now that he is getting taller, regular baby/toddler strollers don't work. Weight is not really an issue. I have find strollers to handle his weight. At 8 years old, he still is just around 33 lbs. Small for his age.
I just got a Chicco one to use for Disney this year, which will be fine for a little while. But I think we are really going to have to look into getting a special needs one in the near future.
I'm just wondering if anyone has had any luck with getting private insurance to pay for one? We don't have Medicaid. I haven't checked our policy or talked to pediatrician about this yet. Just wanted to find out what others have done. I've looked up information online and I guess if insurance won't pay, we'd be willing to buy one ourselves at some point. I'd just prefer to not spend $400-$500 out-of-pocket if I can help it.
Any input appreciated. Thanks!
Just wondering if anyone uses a special needs stroller for their child? We don't use the stroller a whole lot anymore, just when we go to places like the zoo, mall, Disney, etc. Anywhere that would require him to walk a lot basically. My problem is now that he is getting taller, regular baby/toddler strollers don't work. Weight is not really an issue. I have find strollers to handle his weight. At 8 years old, he still is just around 33 lbs. Small for his age.
I just got a Chicco one to use for Disney this year, which will be fine for a little while. But I think we are really going to have to look into getting a special needs one in the near future.
I'm just wondering if anyone has had any luck with getting private insurance to pay for one? We don't have Medicaid. I haven't checked our policy or talked to pediatrician about this yet. Just wanted to find out what others have done. I've looked up information online and I guess if insurance won't pay, we'd be willing to buy one ourselves at some point. I'd just prefer to not spend $400-$500 out-of-pocket if I can help it.
Any input appreciated. Thanks!
We ended up getting the Tomato jogger (sp) from Adaptive Mall.com. The Develomental Disabilities Center bought it for us. Lets see if I can find it......
