I cannot find the fishy pool locally!!

[sattygirl99]

Okay so I'm aware that it's early in the season but I've looked everywhere!!! I didn't want to order it online (shipping costs) but I'm wondering if I'm ever going to find it locally.

I'm not due until September but I feel nervous waiting to buy it, TBH. I'm not worried about getting it on clearance, I just want to be able to get it!

I've looked at wal-mart (they have a 'their brand' pool that's similar size/shape but I can't tell if the floor inflates too which was a big turn on point for me for the fishy pool), target, toys r us and 2 grocery stores... I'm in MD...

Is it just too early? Or do I need to just order online in the next month or so?

[DirtRoadMama]

Are you somewhere you could labor outside?

I ask because I had the fishy pool with my first, and I'm taller (5'8"), and the water in the pool did not completely cover my belly unless I was floating on my stomach (I seemed very buoyant, so it might have just been that). I also when with the larger pool, the one that is 65 inches across internally, the "Ocean Reef" model.

If you can labor outside, I have a friend who has this pool, and it is awesome. You can get the whole setup, pool, cover and filter system, for just over $80, and it has free shipping. You can use it after the birth for a family play pool. I've used hers, and it's the perfect size for mama and baby to float around on a hot day.

To answer your question, it's hard to say if you'll find it locally. I was only able to find mine online.

[mbhf]

I think it's a little early, I know Target has carried them in the past and I'm sure they will this year. I think you should start seeing them in May them where you are.