Baby Trend Sit and Stand Silverado

by Glendine

I could go on about my experience with the Baby Trend Sit-N-Stand stroller because it genuinely changed how I handled outings with more than one young child. When my new baby was born, I also had an active two-year-old, and I quickly realized that a traditional double stroller wasn’t going to work well for us.

I tried borrowing a standard double stroller, but my toddler didn’t enjoy having to sit still next to her sleeping newborn sister. She wanted independence, movement, and options. After constantly lifting her in and out during trips, I started looking for a stroller that would better match her personality. When I read about the Sit-N-Stand design and the option for a child to alternate between sitting and standing, I decided to give it a try.

After using the stroller for several months, I’ve been very pleased overall. The biggest positive is that my toddler enjoys being able to decide whether she wants to sit or stand. On longer walks, she often walks alongside us and then hops on when she gets tired, which makes outings smoother. She also likes feeling like a “big kid” rather than riding in the infant seat area with the baby.

One thing worth noting is that the stroller is heavier than a standard single stroller. That’s a minor downside, but it still folds compactly enough to fit in the trunk of my car, so it hasn’t been a major issue for us. Because of the rear platform, it’s also longer than most strollers and slightly harder to maneuver, but that’s understandable given that it’s designed to accommodate more than one child.

A safety-related detail I appreciated—though it wasn’t clearly emphasized in the product descriptions I read—is that the toddler bench seat includes a restraint, and there is also a strap intended to help prevent a standing child from falling backward. Knowing these features exist gave me additional peace of mind in busy or crowded environments.

Some reviewers have criticized the stroller because the toddler seat doesn’t have a backrest and isn’t designed for napping. I can understand that concern. If your toddler prefers to nap in the stroller or is content sitting for long periods, a traditional double stroller might be a better fit. In our case, having an active toddler who resists being confined made the Sit-N-Stand a better match for our needs.

The sun visor is on the smaller side, which has been mentioned in other reviews as well. Given the overall design, I’m not sure how much larger it could realistically be. My biggest complaint is actually the storage basket underneath the front seat—it’s difficult to access and not very practical for everyday use.

I later purchased the Baby Trend Sit-N-Stand Silverado model before a family trip and was pleasantly surprised. It was an affordable option, felt sturdy, and offered flexibility that worked well for our family situation. While it comes with trays and accessories that some parents like, I found the stroller easier to manage when kept simple. That’s just personal preference.

Overall, despite a few drawbacks, I’ve been happy to find a versatile stroller that accommodates different ages and personalities. The Sit-N-Stand style made outings less stressful and gave my older child a sense of independence while still keeping everyone together. For families with a very active toddler, it can be a practical option worth considering.