A 2 in 1 Travel System

A stroller and car seat combination is the ideal choice for anyone who wants to travel comfortably or design a more modern version of the traditional pram 2in1. Check the specifications carefully to make sure your car seat and pushchair are compatible, or you could consider purchasing 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 a carrycot to encourage natural sleep.

Car Seat

A 2-in-1 travel system includes an infant car seat and a stroller that snap together. This is a great choice for parents who often do errands or take their child on rideshares or public transport. "You'll have less gear to handle," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families who switch between carpooling with other moms and using public transit."

A top pick is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which gets an astounding 90 percent of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seats that drops down into a stroller that rolls. 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 with the LATCH base that is rigid or to taxi-safe belt routes, making it ideal for city families and commuters.

The Mamas & Papas pramette another great car seat/stroller combination. It features an infant pram with a hood that opens and an front seat that can be adjusted to let your child lay down for naps or feedings. It comes with a big basket, cup holders and a sun shade for your baby's essentials. The stroller seat is an adjustable reclining seat that can recline to a flat position so your baby is comfortable for every ride.

Other important car seat features to be considered are the weight and height limits, as well as whether the infant seat can be used with just a car belt for backseats 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 in place, as well as the possibility of tilting the handle toward the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.

Travel systems are only suitable for infant car seats. Extended-use car seats which can be turned to face forward later, cannot be converted into strollers. Many moms choose to buy an additional stroller and car seat when their child has outgrown an infant seat.

Stroller

A stroller is a must-have piece of equipment for the new parents. Some travel systems include a baby stroller that can transform into a comfortable infant carrycot so that your baby can rest peacefully on the go and is perfect for parents with newborns or who don't want to disturb them when traveling. Certain brands also provide a stroller and car seat combo that can be clicked together. This means that you can keep your child safely secured in the car seat, and then transfer them to a stroller without causing disturbance. This is great for long journeys and busy shopping centres.

A good stroller 2in1 should have numerous features that make it easy to use and practical. It should have an ample basket for storing essential items such as nappies, toys, and snacks. It can also recline so that your baby can lie down comfortably. It should also come with a sturdy canopy to shield your baby from the sun, and a lockable front wheel to ensure safety. Lastly it should be light and Toddler Prams fold compactly for storage or transporting to and from the car.

Editor-tested travel system strollers like the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all offer convenience by connecting with a range of top car seats that click to attach to the frame and fold up effortlessly. Some models have one wheel on each leg to make them easier to move and roll across different surfaces.

Ideal strollers should be able to carry your child through toddlerhood and beyond and allow you to continue to use it to take your child to and from activities, school and play dates. This is why you should consider a model 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 on public transportation you should look for models that have an ISOFIX base, which makes it safe to get on and off buses or trains. Some models, like the Doona can be installed on planes and trains to make traveling with your baby a lot easier.