A 2 in 1 Travel System
A stroller and car seat combination is the best option for anyone who wants to travel easily or create a modern version of a pram. Read the specs carefully to ensure your chosen car seat and pushchair are compatible, or consider buying an adapter.
Editor-tested travel systems allow you to transport your newborn in a smooth and seamless way from the car to the stroller, without disrupting them. Some travel systems come with an infant carrycot to help encourage the natural sleep.
Car Seat
A two-in-one travel set that includes a stroller and an infant car seat that snaps together. It's a convenient option for caregivers and parents who frequently run errands with baby or take their young child on rideshares or public transportation. "You'll have less equipment to manage," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families who alternate between carpooling with other moms or using public transit."
A top choice is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which has an incredible 90 percent of five-star reviews on Amazon. 2 in 1 stroller and car seat 's a rear-facing car seats that converts into a stroller that rolls. The transition is quick and easy. When not in use the wheels can be folded under and it's compact. The Doona can also be attached to a car backseat with the rigid LATCH base, or to taxi safety belts. This makes it a great choice for city families.
The Mamas & Papas pramette another great combination of a car seat and stroller. It comes with an infant pram with a hood that can be opened and an front seat that can be lowered to let your child lay down for naps or feedings. It comes with a huge basket, cup holders and a sun shade for your baby's necessities. The stroller seat is able to recline in various positions and can be flat too and your baby will be comfortable for every ride.
Other important car seat features to consider are the weight and height limits, as well as whether the infant seat can be used with just the backseat belt or comes with an additional layer of protection, with an integrated LATCH system. Also look for a lock on the handle to ensure it stays secure and the ability to tilt the handle toward the rear seatback for an anti-rebound bar.
Travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats. Extended-use car seats, which can be turned forward-facing later, are not able to snap into strollers. For this reason, many moms opt to get an additional stroller and car seat when their child grows out of the infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is a vital piece of equipment for newly parents. Some travel systems include the baby pram that converts into a comfortable infant carrycot so that your baby can rest peacefully while on the move which is ideal for parents of newborns and those who don't want to disturb them while traveling. Some brands also offer carseats and strollers combo that can be linked. This means that you can keep your child safely secure in the car seat, and then transfer them to a stroller without causing disturbance. This is ideal for long drives and busy shopping centers.
A good stroller should have many features that make it easy to use and practical. It should come with a large storage basket that can hold important items like nappies as well as toys and snacks. It must also recline so that your baby can rest comfortably. It should have a canopy to shield your child from the sun, and a lockable wheel at the front for safety. Additionally it should be light and compact enough to make it easy to store or transport to and from the car.
Editor-tested travel system strollers like the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all have the benefit of connecting to a variety top car seats that click to attach to the frame and fold easily. 2 in 1 buggy have a single wheel on each leg, making them easier to manoeuvre and roll over different surfaces.
The ideal stroller should be able to carry your child throughout the stage of toddlerhood, and beyond and beyond, allowing you to continue to use it to take your child to and from activities, school and play dates. If your child is outgrowing their car seat, consider a stroller that features a seat that faces the world and reclines.
If you are planning to use your 2-in-1 travel system for public transport choose a model with an ISOFIX base to ensure that it is safe to get on and off buses or trains. Certain models, like the Doona can be fitted on planes and trains to make traveling with a child simpler.