A 2 in 1 Travel System

If you want to move around easily or make a modern interpretation of a pram, an automobile seat and stroller combination is the best 2 in 1 pushchair choice. Check the specifications carefully to ensure the car seat you choose and pushchair are compatible or pushchairsandprams think about buying an adaptor.

Travel systems that have been evaluated by editors allow you to move your sleeping baby from the car to a stroller, without disrupting them. Some travel systems come with an infant carrycot to help encourage natural sleep.

Car Seat

A 2 in 1 travel set includes a stroller and a baby car seat that snap together. It's a convenience for parents and caregivers who regularly run errands with their baby, or take their little one out on rideshares or public transportation. "You'll have less equipment to handle," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's perfect for families that alternate between carpooling with other moms and using public transit."

Doona infant car seats and latch bases are a popular choice, with 90 % of Amazon reviews rating five stars. It's a rear-facing car seats that transforms into a rolling stroller--the transition only takes seconds. The wheels fold under and it's small when not in use. The Doona can also be attached to a car's backseat by using the LATCH base that is rigid, or to taxi-safety belt paths. This makes it ideal for urban families.

The Mamas and Papas pramette is another great car seat/stroller combination. It features an infant pram with a hood which opens and an front seat that can be adjusted to let your child lie down for naps or feedings. It comes with a large basket, cup holders, and a sun shade for your baby's essentials. 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.

The weight and height limits are important. Also, think about whether the car seat for infants can only be used with a backseat belt or if it has a rigid LATCH system integrated into. Also, look for a locking mechanism on the handle to keep it secure in place, as well as the possibility of tilting the handle toward the rear seatback for an anti-rebound bar.

It's important to note that travel systems only work with infant car seats--and extended-use car seats that later be made forward-facing transform into strollers. Because of this, many mothers opt to purchase a separate 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 the baby pram that converts into a cozy infant carrycot so your baby can rest peacefully on the go which is ideal for parents of newborns and those who don't want to disturb them when travelling. Some brands also have carseats and strollers combo that can be linked. This means you can keep your child safely buckled up in the car seat, and then transfer them to a pushchair without causing disturbance. This is ideal for long trips and busy shopping centers.

A quality stroller must be equipped with a variety of features that make it functional and user-friendly. It should include an ample basket for storing important items like nappies as well as toys and snacks. It must also recline so that your baby can sleep comfortably. It should have an umbrella to protect your child from the sun and also a lockable wheel on the front for safety. Additionally it should be light and compact to make it easy to store or transport 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 offer convenience by connecting to a variety of top car seats that snap to the frame and fold easily. Some models have one wheel on each leg to make them easier to move and roll over different surfaces.

Ideally, a stroller should be able to endure throughout toddlerhood and beyond if you need it to continue to transport your child to and from school, activities and play dates. This is why you should consider a model that features an open-air seat that faces the world (and reclines) once your baby outgrows the car seat.

If you plan on using your 2-in-1 travel system on public transport you should look for one with an ISOFIX base so it's safe to get on and off trains or buses. Some models, such as the Doona, can even be installed on trains and planes to make traveling with a baby even easier.