Nine Things That Your Parent Teach You About 2 In 1 Travel System

A 2 in 1 Travel System

A stroller and car seat combination is the best option for those who want to travel easily or design a more modern version of a pram. Verify the specifications to ensure that your stroller and car seat are compatible, or you can consider buying an adapter.

Editor-tested travel systems let you move your sleeping newborn seamlessly from the car to the stroller, without disrupting them. Some travel systems come with an infant carrycot to help encourage natural sleep.

Car Seat

A 2 in 1 travel system pram in 1 travel set that includes a stroller and an infant car seat that snap together. This is a great option for parents who frequently make errands, or take their baby on public transport or rideshares. "You will have less gear to worry about," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families that alternate between carpooling and public transit with other moms."

The best 2 in-1 prams option is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which receives 90 percent of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seat that converts into a rolling jogging stroller in seconds. When not in use, the wheels can be folded away and it's compact. The Doona can also be attached to a car backseat with the LATCH base that is rigid, or to taxi-safety belts. This makes it perfect for city families.

The Mamas and Papas Pramette is another top car seat/stroller combo, with the pram having a hood and front seats that open for you to lay your child down to sleep or feedings. It has a spacious basket, cup holders and a basket for everything your baby needs and a tray for parents and sun shade. The stroller seat can recline in multiple positions and even flat and your baby will be comfortable for every ride.

Other important car seat features to take into consideration are the weight and height limits, as well as whether the infant car seat can be used with just the backseat belt 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 safe in its place, as well as the possibility of tilting the handle toward the back of the seatback to make an anti-rebound bar.

It's worth noting that travel systems work only with infant car seats--and extended-use car seats that are able to later be turned forward-facing convert into strollers. This is why many mothers opt to purchase a separate stroller 2 in 1 and car seat when their child is no longer in the infant seat.

Stroller

A stroller is a vital piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems come with the baby pram that converts into a cozy infant carrycot, so your baby can rest peacefully in the car and is perfect for newborns and parents who do not want to disturb their children when traveling. Some brands also offer the option of a car seat and stroller combination that can be clicked together. This means you can keep your child safely secure in the car seat and then transfer them to a stroller without causing any disturbance, which is ideal for long trips and busy shopping centres.

A good stroller needs to include plenty of features to make it convenient and easy to use. It should come with a large basket that can keep essentials such as nappies as well as snacks, toys and other items. It should also be in a position to recline to provide your baby a relaxing rest. It should also have an umbrella to protect your child from the sun and also a lockable wheel on the front for safety. Additionally, it should be lightweight and compact enough to store it in storage or for transporting to and from the car.

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

A stroller should be versatile enough to last through toddlerhood and beyond if you need it to continue to transport your child to and from school, activities and play dates. For this reason, look for a model with an opening that allows your child to face the world (and reclines) when your child is no longer in the car seat buggy 2 in 1 seat.

If you intend to use your 2 in 1 baby pram-in-1 travel system for public transport, look for one with an ISOFIX base to ensure that it is safe to take off and on buses or trains. Some models, like the Doona, can even be installed on trains and planes to make traveling with a child simpler.