A 2 in 1 Travel System
If you want to move around easily or you want to make a modern interpretation of an old-fashioned stroller, the car seat and stroller combination is the best choice. Verify the specifications to ensure that your car seat and stroller are compatible, or you can consider buying an adaptor.
Editor-tested travel systems let you transport your newborn in a smooth and seamless way from the car to the stroller, without having to disturb them. Some travel systems have a carrycot to encourage the natural sleeping.
Car Seat
A 2 in 1 travel set that includes a stroller and a baby car seat that snap together. This is a great choice for parents who regularly do errands or take their baby on public transport or rideshares. "You'll have less gear to manage," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families who switch between carpooling with other moms and using public transit."
The best option is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which receives an astounding 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing vehicle seat that transforms to a stroller that can be turned into a rolling one. The change 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 belts. This makes it ideal for urban families.
The Mamas and Papas pramette is another great car seat/stroller combination. It comes with a pram with a hood that opens and a front seat that can be lowered to let your child lie down for naps or feedings. It comes with a large basket, cup holders, and an umbrella 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.
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 with only the backseat belt or comes with an additional layer of protection, with 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 back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.
It's worth noting that travel systems work only with infant car seats. Extended-use car seats that are able to later be made forward-facing snap into strollers. Many moms decide to purchase an additional stroller and car seat when their child is no longer in an infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is a must-have piece of equipment for the new parents. Some travel systems have a baby pram that transforms into a cosy infant carrycot, so your baby can rest peacefully in the car, making them ideal for newborns and parents who do not want to disturb their children when travelling. Depending on the model it may also come with an automobile seat and stroller combination that connects to one another. This allows you to keep your child in the car seat while you transfer them to a stroller without disrupting them.
A great stroller should include plenty of features that make it practical and user-friendly. It should have an ample basket for storing essentials such as nappies as well as toys and snacks. It can also recline so that your baby can rest comfortably. It should also come with an adequate canopy to shield your baby from the sun and a lockable front wheel to ensure safety. Lastly pram 2in1 should be light and fold compactly 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 top car seats that can be attached to the frame and fold up effortlessly. Some models have one wheel on each leg, making them easier to maneuver and move across different surfaces.
The ideal stroller will be able to function through toddlerhood - and beyond if you require it to to transport your child to and from school as well as to play dates and activities. This is why you should choose a stroller that has an open-air seat that faces the world (and reclines) once your baby outgrows the car seat.
If you are planning to use your 2-in-1 travel system on public transport, choose one with an ISOFIX base. This will ensure that it is safe to hop off and on trains or buses. Certain models, like the Doona can be fitted on planes and trains to make traveling with a baby even simpler.