A 2 in 1 Travel System
A car seat and stroller combination is the ideal choice for those who want to travel easily or create a contemporary version of the traditional pram. Take a look at the specifications carefully to ensure that your chosen car seat and pushchair are compatible, or consider buying an adapter.
Editor-tested travel systems let you transport your newborn in a smooth and seamless way from the car to the stroller, without disrupting them. Some travel systems have a carrycot to encourage the natural sleeping.
Car Seat
A 2 in 1 travel set includes a stroller and a baby car seat that snap together. This is a great option for parents who often do errands or take their child on rideshares or public transport. "You have less equipment to worry about," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's perfect for families that switch between public transportation and carpooling with other moms."
A top pick is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which has 90 percent of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seats that transforms into a stroller that rolls. The transition is a matter of seconds. The wheels fold underneath and the Doona is compact when not in use. The Doona can also be attached to a car's backseat using the sturdy LATCH base or to taxi-safety belt paths. This makes it ideal for city families.
The Mamas & Papas Pramette is another top car seat/stroller combination, featuring the pram having an hood and a front seat that open for you to lay your child down for naptime or for feedings. It comes with a large basket, cup holders, and a sun shade to store your baby's essentials. The stroller seat is a multi-position reclining seat and can recline to a flat position making sure your baby is comfortable on every ride.
Other important car seat features to be considered are the weight and height limits as well as whether the infant car seat can be used only with the backseat belt or has an extra layer of protection that includes the LATCH system built into it. Look for a handle lock to ensure that the handle stays in place. You can also tilt the handle towards the rear seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.
It is important to note that travel systems work only with infant car seats, and extended-use car seats that are able to later be turned forward-facing transform into strollers. This is why many moms choose to purchase an additional stroller and car seat when their child is no longer in the infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is a must-have piece of equipment for new parents. Some travel systems have a baby stroller that can transform into a cozy infant carrycot so your little one can sleep peacefully on the go and is perfect for parents of newborns and those who don't want to disturb them when travelling. Certain brands also provide carseats and strollers combination that can be linked. This lets you keep your child in the car seat while you transfer them to the stroller without disturbing them.
A quality stroller should come with many features that make it simple to use and practical. It should come with an ample basket in which you can store essentials like nappies or snacks, as well as toys and toys. It should also be capable of reclining to give your baby a relaxing rest. It should also include a sturdy canopy to shield your baby from the sun and a lockable front wheel to ensure safety. Additionally, pushchairs 2 in 1 Push Chairs & Prams should be lightweight and compact enough for storage or transporting to and from the car.
Travel system strollers that have been tested by an editor such as 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 up easily. Some models also have a single wheel on each leg, which makes them easier to manoeuvre and roll across different surfaces.
The ideal stroller should be able to carry your child throughout toddlerhood and beyond, so that you can continue to use it to transport them to and from activities like school, play dates, and so on. This is why you should consider a model with an opening that allows your child to face the world (and reclines) after your child has outgrown the car seat.
If you are planning to utilize your 2-in-1 system in public transport, select a model that has an ISOFIX base. This will ensure it is safe to get on and off trains or buses. Some models, such as the Doona can be fitted on trains and airplanes to make traveling with a baby even easier.