A 2 in 1 Travel System
If you're looking to get around with ease or create a modern take on a pram, an automobile seat and stroller combination is the best choice. Verify the specifications to ensure that your car seat and stroller are compatible, or you can consider buying an adaptor.
Travel systems that have been evaluated by editors allow you to move your sleeping baby from the car to the stroller without disturbing them. Some also include a carrycot that allows for a natural sleep.
Car Seat
A 2-in-1 travel system that includes an infant car seat as well as stroller that snaps together. This is a great option for parents who frequently make errands, or take their child on rides or public transport. "You have less equipment to contend with," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And pram 2 in 1 for families who alternate between public transportation and carpooling with other moms."
Doona infant car seats and latch bases are a top option, with 90 percent of Amazon reviews giving it five stars. It's a rear facing car seat that transforms into a jogging stroller that rolls in a matter of seconds. When not in use the wheels can be folded down and it's a compact. The Doona can also be attached to a car's backseat by using the sturdy LATCH base or to taxi-safety belts. This makes it perfect for urban families.
The Mamas and Papas Pramette is a top car seat/stroller combo, with a pram with an hood and a front seat that open to allow you to lie your child down for naptime or feedings. It comes with a large basket and cup holders for all the necessities for your baby as well as a tray for parents and sun shade. The stroller seat is able to recline in a variety of positions, and it can even be flat so that your child will be comfortable for every ride.
Other important car seat features to be considered are the weight and height limits and whether the infant car seat can be used only with a car belt for backseats or has an extra layer of protection that includes the LATCH system built into it. Find a lock for the handle to secure the handle in position. You can also tilt the handle toward the seatback in the rear to create an anti-rebound bar.
Travel systems are only suitable for infant car seats. Extended-use car seats, which can be turned forward later, are not able to snap into strollers. This is why many moms choose to purchase an additional car seat and stroller when their child grows out of the infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is an essential piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems include the baby pram that converts into a cosy infant carrycot so your child can rest comfortably in the car which is ideal for newborns and parents who don't want to disturb them when travelling. Depending on the brand, some also feature a car seat and stroller combination that can be connected to each other. This allows you to keep your child in the car seat and then transfer them to a stroller without disturbing them.
A quality stroller should come with many features that make it easy to use and practical. It should include a large basket that can keep essentials such as nappies or snacks, as well as toys and toys. It should also be in a position to recline to provide your baby a comfortable rest. It should also include a sturdy canopy to shield your baby from sun's rays and a lockable for the front wheel for extra security. It should also be light and compact for storage as well as transport to and from the vehicle.
Travel system strollers that have been evaluated by editors, like the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo and Chicco Keyfit Caddy, offer convenience because they connect with various top car seats. The car seats snap onto the frame to be connected and fold up easily. Some have one wheel on each leg, making them more maneuverable and easier to move across different surfaces.
The ideal stroller should be able to carry your child throughout toddlerhood and beyond and allow you to continue to use it to transport them to and from events such as school, play dates and other events. To do this, choose a stroller with an opening that allows your child to face the world (and reclines) once your baby outgrows the car seat.
If you plan on using your 2-in-1 travel system for public transport, look for a model with an ISOFIX base to ensure that it is safe to take off and on buses or trains. Certain models, like the Doona can be installed on planes and trains to make travelling with your baby easier.