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[quote=Anonymous]Wow. The judgment on this post!! I went to London March 2023 solo with my two kids who were 7.5 yrs and almost 5. My younger child is very petite at 34 lbs, wears size 3-4T but NO ONE batted an eye that we had a stroller. It made a HUGE difference because he is VERY wiggly, impulsive, and probably has ADHD and with jet-lag got tired at times. My big kid is a great walker and we all loved walking all over London, the playgrounds, museums, etc. It also made it a lot easier in the airport for me. I never use a stroller at home (never have tbh) but for this situation, it made ALL the difference. I'd say if there are two adults and you guys are comfortable carrying your kiddo on your shoulders somewhat, then you'll be fine. I can't say if I would have brought it if it was just me and him but with only 2 hands and not being able to carry him much, it helped. I honestly can remember pre-kid being judgy towards parents with older kids in a stroller but honestly, there really are moments when it just makes sense and it is very situation and child-specific. My concern with bringing a scooter (my kid loves scooters and actually is great at biking too), is that in a crowded city, it could become dangerous. They could accidentally run into someone or not stop fast enough and when they are little....that just makes me kinda nervous. We got the Gb pockit stroller....you can use it all through the airports, etc. and it folds up the size of a small carry-on. Also - definitely check out: the princess diana playground (sooo fun but try to go when kids might be in school) and I love the playground at st. james park. My kids loved the transportation museum, the Natural history museum, visiting some of the cool markets (borough market - fun for all and seven dials market- went there twice), visiting Hamley's toy store ---be prepared to get something for sure but we spent probably 1-2 hours there SOOO fun!!! We also LOVED our peppa pig bus afternoon tea bus tour. Since your little one is 5, they should be old enough to do the Paddington tour....I think that would be SO much fun!! There's the Paddington statues around and lots of Paddington books, etc. all over London. It was honestly one of the absolute best trips we have EVER taken. You will love it. I want to go back now just thinking about London lol. [/quote]
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