A 2 in 1 Travel System

A stroller and car seat combination is the best option, whether you want to travel comfortably or create a modern version of the traditional pram. Verify the specifications to make sure that your stroller and car seat are compatible, or you can consider buying an adapter.

Travel systems that have been tested by editors allow you to move your sleeping baby from the car to the stroller without disrupting them. Some travel systems have a carrycot to encourage natural sleep.

Car Seat

A 2 in 1 travel set that includes the stroller as well as an infant car seat that snap together. This is a great solution for parents who often run 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 alternate between carpooling with other moms and using public transportation."

A top choice is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which gets an incredible 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear facing car seat that converts into a jogging stroller that rolls in a matter of seconds. The wheels fold underneath and it's small when not in use. The Doona can also be attached to the back of a car using the rigid LATCH base or to taxi-safe belt routes, making it ideal for commuters and city families.

The Mamas and Papas Pramette is another top car seat/stroller, which includes the pram having an hood and a the front seat, which opens to let you lay your child down for naptime or feedings. It comes with a large basket with cup holders to store all of your baby's necessities and a tray for parents and sun shade. The stroller seat is able to recline in a variety of positions and can be flat too so that your child will be able to relax on every ride.

The weight and height limits are also 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 that is built-in. Find a lock for the handle to ensure that the handle stays in position. You can also tilt the handle towards the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.

It's important to note that travel systems only work with infant car seats, and extended-use car seats that can later be made forward-facing transform into strollers. This is why many moms opt to get a separate stroller and car seat once their child is no longer in the infant seat.

Stroller

A stroller is a crucial piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems include the baby pram that can be transformed into a comfortable carrycot for infants. This is perfect for parents who don't want to disturb their newborn while traveling. Certain brands also provide a stroller and car seat combination that can be clicked together. This lets you keep your child in the car seat and then transfer them to a stroller without disrupting them.

A great stroller should include many features that make it easy to use and practical. It should include an ample basket in which you can keep essentials such as nappies as well as snacks, toys and other items. It should also be capable of reclining to give your baby a relaxing rest. It should also have a canopy to protect your child from sun and also a lockable wheel at the front for security. It should also be lightweight and compact to store it in and transportation to and from the vehicle.

Travel system strollers that have been tested by an editor such as the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all provide convenience by connecting with a range of top car seats that can be attached to the frame and fold up with ease. Some also have a single wheel at each leg, which makes them easier to manoeuvre and roll over different surfaces.

Ideally, a stroller should be able to function through toddlerhood and beyond if you want it to to transport your child to and from school or to play dates, activities and so on. When your child outgrows their car seat, you should consider a stroller that features a seat that faces the world and can recline.

If you plan on using your 2 in 1 highchair-in-1 travel system on public transportation you should look for a model with an ISOFIX base so it's safe to hop on and off trains or buses. Certain models, like the Doona, can even be mounted on planes and trains to make traveling with a baby even easier.