We tried a mobile in our first child's crib, but it didn't even get a second glance. In fact, we didn't bother putting it in there because our little one just wasn't interested. When they did get a bit older, they managed to break the attachment to the crib.
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Fast forward to our second child, and we pulled the mobile out of storage, took a closer look at the new attachment, and were shocked to see that the base – which is essentially a stick – costs almost as much as a brand new mobile. To make matters worse, the new one is way more functional than the old one.
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So, it was a no-brainer – we got the Happy lama mobile for newborns with a musical carousel.
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Where We Bought It
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Store: WildBerries.
Price: 849 rubles at the time of purchase.
Product code: 45041495
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Packaging
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The mobile comes in a small cardboard box with a handle. It's a convenient and nice design that's perfect for either personal use or as a gift.
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Happy lama mobile for newborns with a musical carousel
But what's interesting is that the packaging is actually quite small, which makes sense given that the mobile is completely disassembled inside. It's not a hassle to put it back together – it takes about five minutes, and you're good to go.xa0
Happy lama mobile for newborns with a musical carousel
On the back of the packaging, you can find a step-by-step guide to assembling the mobile, as well as a list of its main features.xa0
Happy lama mobile for newborns with a musical carousel
On the side of the box, you'll find a list of technical specifications.xa0
Mobile in Crib Happy lama for Newborns Musical Carousel If you want to get the full scoop on this device and learn how to use it with the remote control, check out the instruction manual that comes with it. It's packed with tips on assembly and usage.
The good news is that the mobile comes with three batteries, but we'd recommend swapping them out for some better ones right away. The batteries that came with it were weak and only lasted about an hour before needing to be replaced.
Mobile in Crib Happy lama for Newborns Musical Carousel
The mobile comes in two color options: pink and blue. We wish they had a more neutral option, but it's not a deal-breaker for us. If we ever need to use it for a girl, it'll work just fine.
Mobile in Crib Happy lama for Newborns Musical Carousel The mobile itself is pretty cute, and the toys are super versatile. They're attached to the mobile in a way that lets our little one follow them with their eyes, and they're easy to remove and use as teething toys. We love that they make a soft, gentle sound when you shake them. Plus, each toy has a little grippy area that's perfect for tiny hands.
Mobile in Crib Happy lama for Newborns Musical Carousel We were also impressed with the remote control's functionality. You can use it not just to control the mobile, but also as a projector - it's a shame there's only one image here, but sometimes our little one gets completely absorbed in it.
Mobile in Crib Happy Lama for Newborns Musical Carousel One of the best things about this mobile is that it comes with music that you can turn on and off at will. Unlike our old mobile, which only played one melody and had no volume control, this one lets you adjust the volume from super quiet to really loud. There are plenty of different melodies to choose from, and they're all short and catchy without being too soothing.
Mobile in Crib Happy Lama for Newborns Musical Carousel In addition to the music, this mobile also has a timer and a feature that lets you lock it. To be honest, there are a lot of functions to get used to. What we love most is that you can control them not just on the mobile itself, but also with the remote control that comes with it and works from across the room.
Mobile in Crib Happy Lama for Newborns Musical Carousel We were pleasantly surprised to find that there was no plastic smell to this mobile, and it's made with high-quality materials that are free from any rough edges or cracks. The mechanism works smoothly and doesn't get stuck.
Mobile in Crib Happy Lama for Newborns Musical Carousel Of course, this mobile is a bit of a gamble - some kids love it, while others don't. We were torn between buying this and a Montessori mobile, but in the end we decided to go for this one and we're glad we did. Our little one is fascinated by the moving toys, even if it's not for too long. It's actually been a lifesaver when we need to take a break or grab a cup of coffee.
Our Overall Impression
On the plus side:
We were really happy with the budget-friendly price.
The multifunctionality of this mobile is amazing.
Assembly was a breeze – it took us about five minutes.
The user-friendly controls make it easy to use.
We love that the volume is adjustable.
Mobile in the crib Happy lama for newborns musical carouselNegative moments we didn't find. This mobile is a great find – it checked all our boxes. We'd definitely recommend it to others.