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The Doona Stroller may be proof you can have kids in NYC without losing your mind
The Doona Stroller may be proof you can have kids in NYC without losing your mind

New York Post

time7 hours ago

  • Entertainment
  • New York Post

The Doona Stroller may be proof you can have kids in NYC without losing your mind

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. When a new celebrity baby is born, it feels like the whole world is eagerly waiting for that first heart-melting photo to drop on their Instagram feeds. As a shopping writer and toddler-mom living in New York City, I am also clutching the edge of my seat — but not to see their squishy cheeks or find out whose name is stirring controversy. I'm waiting impatiently to see which stroller the mega-famous parents select for their young brood. Will it be a stylish Nuna? More practical UPPAbaby? A spacious Bugaboo for the two-under-twos? Or perhaps, the cult-favorite among urban parents — The Doona Stroller. To the child-free, this probably sounds like a bunch of gibberish baby talk, and it is. But choosing the brand and model of the stroller is still an incredibly important decision, especially when you're living in a place as heavily trafficked as New York City. You're selecting the vehicle to transport your child through sweeping crowds, subway stairs, and cracked sidewalks. It's not easy. Which is exactly why, when I saw Hailey Bieber, Kourtney Kardashian, and Jennifer Lawrence pushing their new bundles of joy around in a Doona, I was not surprised at all. Given its compact, foldable design, adjustable handlebar, and unique dual-function as a carriage and carseat, the Doona is the ultimate city companion and should be treated as such. The Doona is also the reason why normal New Yorkers, like Commerce Partnerships Manager Frank Massaro, can use public transportation to get their newborns around the city. And, it's also why celebrities, like Bieber, Kardashian, and Lawrence, can quickly maneuver their babies in and out of Escalades without giving papparazzi a glimpse of their precious newborns. So yes, the Doona has distinguished itself as one of the sleekest and most travel-friendly strollers on the market. But, it's greatest selling point? It makes parenting in New York City feel a little less impossible. Amazon Pros: Developed by medical experts to ensure an appropriate level of support for infants Highly durable, made with premium-grade fiber-reinforced polymers and rust-free aluminum Transitions from a stroller to a car seat in seconds — simple to strap into a car, too Ideal size for navigating tight spaces and folds for easy storage Cons: Best for infants and toddlers (weight limit at 35 pounds, height limit at 32 inches) Lacks some storage space that larger strollers offer Touted as the world's first complete and fully integrated travel system, the Doona allows parents to move from car seat to stroller in seconds. It's made with premium-grade fiber-reinforced polymers, rust-free aluminum, and a UPF 50+ sun protection and water-repellant canopy — durable enough to withstand years of parenting, and more than a few road bumps. Size-wise, the Doona is best suited for newborns and babies. The seat was developed by safety and medical experts to support infants in their early months, offering side-impact protection and a near-flat ergonomic position with energy-absorbing materials, so your little one is properly cushioned at all times. Dimensions: 39 x 17 x 32 inches | Height limit: Up to 32 inches | Doona Car Seat Stroller Weight limit: 4-35 pounds | Special features: Foldable, convertible, UPF 50+ sun protection, water-repellant canopy Our Doona Stroller Review For frequent travelers, the Doona is second to none. Considering how the stroller has set itself apart from so many competitors, we decided to give it a test run firsthand and find out what it was all about. Frank Massaro sitting next to his baby, riding in the Doona travel system. New York Post Composite The Post Wanted team's Frank Massaro has been zipping his son around the city in the Doona for the last few weeks. Massaro isn't new to New York City, but he is new to fatherhood. He and his wife welcomed their first baby this Spring. They understood that raising a baby in the big city would not be without its challenges. However, Massaro admits that he underestimated how difficult transportation and commuting would be with an extra 8 pounds on board. 'My wife and I love our Minu Uppababy 2 stroller/bassinet attachment. Like I mentioned in our stroller roundup, I love the flexibility, storage, and convenience the Uppababy affords us, and I can say it is a fantastic all-around stroller,' he shared. It wasn't until he was tasked to test out the Doona Travel Stroller that he could see just how optimized a stroller could be for city-living. Ease of Set-up Right out of the box, Massaro was able to figure out how to expand the stroller and play around with all points of articulation. The stroller felt intuitive, very sturdy, compact, and did not take up much of a footprint in his home — another big draw for apartment-dwellers. 'With a quick browse through the manual, and about 15 minutes, I had the Doona fully set up in stroller mode with storage attached and felt comfortable with collapsing the stroller into the car seat mode,' he noted. According to Massaro, going from stroller to car seat mode and back is one of the 'coolest' feelings you will have with any baby product — it will save you time, energy, and frustration. He explained that the seamless transitions are what Doona does best, and what he believes the company envisioned for its parents. 'This past MDW, I took a trip out to Long Island and traversed the subway, Long Island Railroad, and had a car seat, all in one product. That is some final boss level commuting, and the Doona handled it like a pro,' he said. Maneuverability Frank Massaro's baby in the Doona, navigating Times Square. Frank Massaro The Doona is said to handle turning and speed very well. To put this to the test, Massaro took his baby and the Doona through the ultimate challenge — going through Times Square. 'I was able to weave through and navigate the endless waves of tourists almost as easily as if I were solo. Because the Doona is small and compact, you can really feel like the stroller is a small extension of you, and as a result, have an incredible amount of control over it,' he shared. The one knock he has against the Doona is that, due to the smaller frame, it can feel like its shock absorption is a bit lacking compared to other, bigger strollers. 'My kid has woken up because I failed to see a small pothole, and the sudden bump is something I could tell he felt in his dreams,' he explained. 'Conversely, though, I have gone over rougher terrains like gravel, and he isn't bothered despite bumping around, looking like he is escaping the temple of doom.' Safety Features Frank Massaro's baby riding in the Doona carseat. Frank Massaro Since the Doona is a convertible stroller, it has the tough task of needing to adhere to the safety guidelines for hybrid functionality. According to the brand, it's been tested to meet the strictest U.S and EU standards for car seats, strollers, and hand-held carriers. How to Convert the Doona Stroller to A Car Seat 'As someone who does not have a car in the city, I was struggling to see just how safe the car seat could be, given that I wouldn't be lugging a latch base with me. To my surprise, when the time finally came to utilize the carseat mode, the Doona felt very secure and rigid in place,' Massaro said. He was pleasantly surprised at just how easy it was to loop the seatbelt around the carseat, and said that he would feel confident being in the middle of rush hour, hailing a cab, and locking the car seat into place, all without disrupting the flow of traffic. Have there been changes or improvements to the current Doona versus older models? A close-up of the Doona x Vashtie Limited Edition print. Frank Massaro The only change that has been made to the Doona Travel System is the fabric, which is frequently updated to give each stroller a unique feel and look. Currently, the Doona is offered in eight colorways, as well as one limited-edition print with handwritten details designed by Vashtie. How it Compares to Competitors A close-up of the Doona wheels. Frank Massaro It may not have the storage capacity and legroom of the Nuna or Bugaboo, but if you're goal is to get around the city fast and easy, it's a clear winner in the category. The Doona is compact and highly portable — using public transportation, eating in restaurants, or navigating Times Square-sized crowds is where this stroller thrives, per Massaro. While he wishes that the Doona was a bit larger and came with more stock storage options out of the box, the brand does offer some attachments you can purchase to customize your approach. What is the Doona Stroller price? When it's not on sale, the Doona Car Seat and Stroller is available on Amazon and directly from the brand for $600. It's more affordable than some competitors like the Nuna ($900), UPPAbaby ($1,199), and Bugaboo ($1,349). Considering its dual functionality, we consider it a wise value buy. The Final Verdict: Is the Doona Stroller worth it? For now, Massaro would recommend the Doona to anyone who is traveling or constantly finds themselves making frequent daily trips to run errands. He says the size is just right, and the folding mechanism makes storage a breeze. 'The Doona is a great complement to my other stroller and definitely has its specific use cases for my lifestyle. Living in the city, being able to easily commute around and adapt to any means of transportation is the selling point of the Doona, and it absolutely nails down this aspect,' he concluded. How We Tested Massaro and his son tested out the Doona stroller for nearly a month to evaluate the complete Travel System. They traversed the streets of New York City, took the subway and the train, and weaved through one of the largest crowds in the world. For this review, we considered the ease of set-up, maneuverability, and safety features to determine if the Doona is truly worth the hype. Frank Massaro testing out the Doona stroller on the LIRR. Frank Massaro Ease of set-up: While examining the Doona, Massaro found that set-up was quick and intuitive. Directions were provided, but he was able to put everything together without assistance. Transitioning from stroller to car seat took him just under a minute, even with his baby on board. Installing the car seat took a bit more time. Note: it's important to secure the seat with the vehicle's seatbelt, which can take time to get used to. While examining the Doona, Massaro found that set-up was quick and intuitive. Directions were provided, but he was able to put everything together without assistance. Transitioning from stroller to car seat took him just under a minute, even with his baby on board. Installing the car seat took a bit more time. Note: it's important to secure the seat with the vehicle's seatbelt, which can take time to get used to. Maneuverability: Massaro took the Doona travel system everywhere — busy streets, parks, public transportation, restaurants, grocery stores, even Times Square. He felt that the Doona was highly maneuverable, due to its smaller frame and lighter build. Steering was easy with the adjustable handlebars. He did mention that the stroller was impacted by uneven ground more than heavier strollers he tested. Massaro took the Doona travel system everywhere — busy streets, parks, public transportation, restaurants, grocery stores, even Times Square. He felt that the Doona was highly maneuverable, due to its smaller frame and lighter build. Steering was easy with the adjustable handlebars. He did mention that the stroller was impacted by uneven ground more than heavier strollers he tested. Safety features: Strollers carry the most precious cargo, so safety is pivotal. We considered the support-level and cushioning on the seat as well as the quality and type of materials for the frame (like premium-grade fiber-reinforced polymers, rust-free aluminum) in evaluating the overall durability and safety. Massaro also found that the harness was easily adjustable to properly fit growing babies, and the car seat was stable when properly installed. This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Journalist. As a Gen Z first-time mother of one, Miska tests baby, maternity and postpartum products ranging from stylish new kids clothes to long-trusted diaper brands with her daughter. She evaluates baby- and mom-approved products for practicality and quality, and consults medical and parenting experts to weigh in on safe ingredients, usage and more. Before arriving at the Post, she covered the lifestyle and consumer verticals for the U.S. Sun. Looking for a headline-worthy haul? Keep shopping Post Wanted.

Best compact strollers for travel: Lightweight pushchairs to take on holiday
Best compact strollers for travel: Lightweight pushchairs to take on holiday

Evening Standard

time19-05-2025

  • Evening Standard

Best compact strollers for travel: Lightweight pushchairs to take on holiday

Boasting a plethora of celebrity fans from Beyoncé and Jay-Z to Kylie Jenner, Nuna has established itself as a favourite amongst the stars since being set up by a father-of-two in Amsterdam in 2007. The Nuna Triv is thoughtfully designed, and Nuna's most lightweight model. Available in Ebony, Frost and Mocha, this stroller is compact and sleek and can be folded with one hand, and also stand on its own once folded. At 8.8kg, it weighs more than some of the strollers we tested, but it's still lightweight enough to be suitable for travel, and its compact fold is impressive – although you'll want to check airline guidelines as this one is most likely too big to stow away in overhead luggage. We like its versatility in particular; while it's lightweight and compact, the seat can be both front and rear-facing, and it can fold down facing either direction. It's also travel system compatible, so it can be used from birth, and Nuna PIPA series car seats can be attached to its adaptors.

The Baby Tax: Trump's Tariffs Are an Assault on New Parents
The Baby Tax: Trump's Tariffs Are an Assault on New Parents

Yahoo

time09-05-2025

  • Business
  • Yahoo

The Baby Tax: Trump's Tariffs Are an Assault on New Parents

Donald Trump calls himself the 'fertilization president' and says he wants Americans to have more children. He's advocated for expanding IVF access and even proposed paying mothers $5,000 bucks per newborn. But with his recent announcement of global tariffs — and a virtual embargo on Chinese imports — he's not only started a trade war but a full-frontal assault on new and expecting parents. Let's call it what it is: a baby tax. And it's coming just in time for Mother's Day. From car seats and cribs to strollers, sippy cups, and baby clothes, Trump's tariffs are hiking prices on nearly every item families need to safely bring a baby home from the hospital and take care of them through their first few years. With roughly 90 percent of durable baby and children's products imported from abroad, the impact of these policies has been immediate and severe. As the mom of a young toddler, I still vividly remember how stressful it was to pick out a car seat when I was pregnant. I wanted the safest model I could find, with the best crash test ratings, and ideally something that didn't require a PhD to install. And I remember how expensive they were! Top models could easily set you back $500 and even budget models were nearly $200. While I benefited from a brisk resale market in my neighborhood (and some generous friends) when it came to items like clothing, bottles, and even my son's first bassinet, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends against buying used car seats for safety reasons. The last thing expecting parents need is a 40 percent increase in the price of car seats, but that's exactly what is happening. Popular companies like Nuna and Evenflo have already announced price hikes. It's not just car seats. The prices of other big-ticket items, like strollers, are soaring. The popular UPPAbaby brand's top stroller model now costs $1,200, and even the so-called budget options are trending up aggressively. Munchkin, a household name in sippy cups, announced it will raise prices on 90 percent of its products, most by at least 20 percent. Carter's, a go-to brand for onesies, has raised prices too. At every turn, parents are paying more — sometimes hundreds more — for the basics. Trump's response? He brushed off the cost of strollers, or as he put it, 'the thing you carry the baby around in,' as 'peanuts' compared to the drop in energy prices. Spoken like a man who's never changed the thing the baby poops in. But price hikes aren't the only issue. Shortages are another looming concern. Parents are already panic-buying car seats, strollers, and cribs before prices climb further or stock runs out. You don't just need to babyproof your house — now you have to babyproof for tariffs. The doctor won't discharge you from the maternity ward without a car seat. Expecting parents don't have the option to delay that purchase until Trump blinks and calls off his trade war. The timing of those purchases is determined by the baby's due date, not the vicissitudes of policymakers in Washington. It's not just the necessities. Trump is waging a war on fun and an early war on Christmas by absolutely demolishing the toy industry. When asked about the imminent toy shortages he was quick to suggest war-time-style rationing for both dolls and pencils saying that 'they don't need to have 30 dolls. They can have three. They don't need to have 250 pencils. They can have five.' Silly children and their dolls. The Little Engine That Could put more effort into getting dolls and toys to children than the Trump administration can muster. If Trump were serious about supporting families, he wouldn't be taxing babies or children. He'd fight for affordable childcare and paid family leave — and he'd restart inspections of milk and dairy at the Food and Drug Administration. Instead, he's making it harder to afford the very basics, at the very start of a newborn's life, when parents are most vulnerable — physically, emotionally, and financially. Trump may be nodding to the pronatalist movement with his overtures around fertility but his actual policies are working in the wrong direction, increasing the cost of almost every item in the nursery. It turns out that Trump's commitment to family values ends the moment you start shopping for a crib. Lindsay Owens is Executive Director of Groundwork Collaborative and author for the forthcoming book, Gouged (Viking Penguin). More from Rolling Stone Trump Continues Poaching From Fox, Taps Host Jeanine Pirro as D.C. Prosecutor U.S. Military to Start Removing Openly Transgender Troops Who Is the Holistic Influencer Trump Tapped to Be Surgeon General? Best of Rolling Stone The Useful Idiots New Guide to the Most Stoned Moments of the 2020 Presidential Campaign Anatomy of a Fake News Scandal The Radical Crusade of Mike Pence

Mothers race to buy popular family product that's becoming more expensive by the minute
Mothers race to buy popular family product that's becoming more expensive by the minute

Daily Mail​

time25-04-2025

  • Business
  • Daily Mail​

Mothers race to buy popular family product that's becoming more expensive by the minute

Soon-to-be parents are rushing to buy strollers before they shoot up in price thanks to President Donald Trump 's tariffs on China. About 95 percent of imported strollers come from Chinese manufacturers, along with three-quarters of toys and infant furniture like cribs. Every single one of these products that gets shipped to the United States is now subject to a 145 percent tariff. Families who had been waiting to buy essentials are now buying them well in advance, unsure how US trade policy might change over the next several months, given that Trump has already paused his so-called reciprocal tariffs until July 8. Rayne Heath, a tech worker in Columbus, Ohio, is six months pregnant with her first child and was planning on waiting until after her baby shower to buy a stroller. The Nuna model, the one she wanted, has a height-adjustable handle and a car seat for $1,200. She bought it just before it became $200 more expensive. 'It's a time of a lot of uncertainty, which is definitely scary as a new parent,' Heath told The Wall Street Journal. There's no quick fix for this issue, as China is the top global producer of strollers. The country also has a wealth of molds, materials and electronic components readily available to make children's toys, which are also being hit by that 145 percent tariff. The same is true of toddler beds, bassinets and cradles, with the US exporting nearly 75 percent of these products from China in 2024. Experts say shoes and clothing will be less affected because much of the production of these items have been moved to Vietnam and Bangladesh. Trump has softened his tone in recent days, saying at the White House that his tariffs on China will eventually 'come down substantially.' This hasn't been enough to calm down companies making baby products. Enelio Ortega, chief executive officer of New Jersey-based Bambi Baby, said baby retailers like him will be raising the minimum price stores can offer their strollers at by about 30 percent in the next few weeks. If tariffs on China remain where they are, Ortega thinks many the prices for many products will rise by at least half compared with before the tariffs. For more advanced strollers with all-wheel suspension and one-hand folding, this could mean a price increase of $400 or more, he said. 'Baby gear as a whole has shifted to China for 15 years or longer, from low-end to high-end,' Ortega told The Journal. 'The infrastructure unfortunately cannot be picked up and moved that easily.' Uppababy strollers, for example, went for up to $900 before Trump's new tariffs. These strollers have reclining seats, a car seat, and large storage baskets, making them perfect for long days of traveling. The only problem is, they're made in China, which has forced the company to hike the price for its most advanced model, the Vista V3, all the way up to nearly $1,250. Uppababy said it is delaying product introductions because it can't afford to import them to the US, despite the company spending year developing prototypes. Company executives have told Chinese suppliers to stop shipping their products altogether in an effort to avoid the tariffs. This could eventually lead to a short supply of strollers to sell. 'There was no way to anticipate or plan for how quickly these tariffs have escalated, with China in particular,' Uppababy CEO Bob Monahan told The Journal. 'It's been incredibly difficult to watch products like smartphones and other electronics receive exemptions, while tariffs on juvenile products could put a death sentence on businesses like ours.' One of Trump's stated rationales for imposing the tariffs on China is to move manufacturing back to the US to employ more Americans. He also wants to reduce America's reliance on China, from which we imported 16.5 percent of our total goods in 2024, according to the Office of the US Trade Representative. Baby product companies are especially reliant on Chinese manufacturers, particularly because they have decades of experience meeting strict US safety standards. Third-party laboratories that inspect baby products that will go on US shelves are based in China's production hubs. Safety checks will be much harder to get done in a timely manner if manufacturing is moved to Cambodia or India. Michael Wieder, president of Lalo, a company known for its minimalist high chairs and play kitchens is thinking about moving production out of China, where 85 percent of his inventory is made. Still, he says he hasn't made a final decision because of the frequent changes to US trade policy in the last several months. For now, Wieder has decided to cancel a Memorial Day sale to avoid importing more products he'd have to pay duties on. Thankfully, he has several months of stock to hold him over until 'hard decisions' will have to be made. Trump has kept a 10 percent tariff in place for almost every country around the world - and paused his higher reciprocal tariffs for 90 days so countries could negotiate with him. Lisa Trofe, executive director of the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, told The Journal that it would take years to build up a manufacturing system in the US for strollers that would be on par with China's. The industry group she directs is seeking tariff exemptions on baby products. Even large companies that produce children's items are feeling the pain of tariffs on China. Hasbro, which sells everything from the game of Monopoly to Nerf guns, makes half of its products sold in the US in China. Hasbro Chief Operating Officer Gina Goetter said on an earnings call Thursday that the company is moving quickly to shift production away from China. But even a giant such as Hasbro can't upend their supply lines overnight. 'China will continue to be a major manufacturing hub for us globally, in large part due to specialized capabilities developed over decades,' Goetter said.

For baby strollers, there's no way around China tariffs
For baby strollers, there's no way around China tariffs

Mint

time25-04-2025

  • Business
  • Mint

For baby strollers, there's no way around China tariffs

Being an expectant parent has always come with a large helping of anxiety. Now, there is a fresh addition to the list of worries: tariffs on Chinese-made goods that are causing the price of big-ticket baby items such as strollers and cribs to surge. Rayne Heath, a tech worker in Columbus, Ohio, who is six months pregnant with her first child, planned to wait until after her baby shower to buy a stroller. She was eyeing a Nuna model, with a height-adjustable handle and a car seat. The price: $1,200. Heath snagged it just before the price rose by almost $200. 'It's a time of a lot of uncertainty, which is definitely scary as a new parent," she said. President Trump's 145% tariffs on China are raising prices for a range of consumer products. The administration is thinking about cutting those duties to roughly 50% to 65%. That would nonetheless maintain a significant penalty on importers of Chinese goods. Few products are being hit as hard as baby gear and toys. Despite nearly a decade of trade tension with Beijing, American companies have struggled to find suppliers outside China that can produce efficiently while complying with the strict baby product safety standards that the U.S. government requires. Today, around 95% of imported strollers come from China, along with three-quarters of toys and infant furniture such as cribs. That is in contrast with such products as shoes and clothing, which are less regulated and have largely shifted to countries including Vietnam and Bangladesh. Enelio Ortega, chief executive officer of Bambi Baby, a New Jersey-based retail chain, said baby brands are hiking the minimum price stores can offer for their strollers by around 30% over the coming weeks. If the China tariffs remain at the current levels, he expects prices for many products to rise by at least half compared with before the tariffs. For fancier stroller brands, with all-wheel suspension for a smooth ride and one-hand folding, that could mean a price increase of $400 or more. 'Baby gear as a whole has shifted to China for 15 years or longer, from low-end to high-end," Ortega said. 'The infrastructure unfortunately cannot be picked up and moved that easily." Bob Monahan, CEO of Uppababy, started the Massachusetts-based stroller company about two decades ago with his wife, Lauren Monahan, when they were having children but couldn't find an easy-to-use stroller with an elegant design. Today, Uppababy strollers, which retailed for up to $900 before Trump imposed new tariffs, are popular in parenting circles in places including Manhattan and are prized for features including reclining seats and large storage baskets. The problem is they are made in China. Uppababy said this month it would raise prices for most products. The price of its Vista V3 stroller will rise to $1,200 from $900. The company is delaying product introductions after years of development because it can't afford to import them to the U.S. Executives at the company have told Chinese suppliers to stop shipping their products so Uppababy doesn't have to pay the tariffs, a move that could lead to product shortages. 'There was no way to anticipate or plan for how quickly these tariffs have escalated, with China in particular," Monahan said. 'It's been incredibly difficult to watch products like smartphones and other electronics receive exemptions, while tariffs on juvenile products could put a death sentence on businesses like ours." Trump has blasted China's manufacturing dominance and accused it of stealing American jobs. But baby-product companies said they have had many reasons for sticking with China. Chinese manufacturers have decades of experience meeting strict U.S. safety standards. Third-party laboratories that inspect baby gear and certify children's products for sale in the U.S. are clustered in China's production hubs. Countries such as Cambodia or India aren't as equipped to provide such inspections. A month ago, Michael Wieder, president of Lalo, was on top of the world. His New York City-area company had just launched at Target, a major boost for a six-year-old business known for its minimalist high chairs and play kitchens. Now, with around 85% of his products made in China, Wieder is thinking about shifting some production out of the Asian country but is uncertain because of frequent changes to tariff rates. Products such as bibs would be simple to move, he said; more-complex ones would be harder. For now, Wieder is canceling a Memorial Day sale to avoid importing products he would have to pay duties on. With several months of stock, he hopes to avoid raising prices while deciding what to do. 'But at some point, we're going to be faced with making hard decisions," he said. Baby-product companies said it would take years to restore a large-scale manufacturing ecosystem in the U.S. for products such as strollers. 'Those trusted partnerships, which have been established for decades in China, don't exist here in the U.S.," said Lisa Trofe, executive director of the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, an industry group seeking tariff exemptions on baby products. The organization said more than 90% of children's and baby-gear products are manufactured in China. Child-care products on sale at a wholesale market in eastern China. Every year, buyers for international baby-product brands converge on northeastern China's Pingxiang County, a onetime bicycle-producing region that has emerged as a mecca for stroller making. In 2023, the county's 4,800 factories churned out 145 million strollers, children's bicycles and electric cars, according to the Chinese government. Such hubs rely on well-developed supply chains. Manufacturers in Hanchuan, a rival stroller hub in central China's Hubei province, can turn to suppliers for such parts as wide wheels for snowy Russia or specialized brakes that Australian safety standards require. The toy maker Hasbro, which sells Transformers and Power Rangers action figures, produces around half its products for the U.S. in China. Hasbro Chief Operating Officer Gina Goetter said on an earnings call Thursday that the company was accelerating efforts to shift U.S. production from China, but that China would remain a manufacturing hub because of specialized capabilities developed over decades. Molson Hart, a toy entrepreneur in Austin, Texas, is racing to shift production from China to southeastern Asian markets including Vietnam. Hart said he might kill products that would be difficult to move. 'I'm working 12, 13 hours a day, and I can't fix it all," he said. Write to Jon Emont at

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