A 2 in 1 Travel System
If you want to travel with ease or create a modern take on a pram, an automobile seat and stroller combination is the best option. Make sure to check the specifications to make sure that your car seat and stroller are compatible or think about purchasing an adapter.
Travel systems that have been tested by editors allow you to transfer your sleeping baby from the car to a stroller, without disturbing them. Some travel systems have an infant carrycot to help encourage natural sleep.
Car Seat
A 2 in 1 travel system comes with the infant car seat and a stroller that snaps together. This is a great option for parents who often run errands or take their baby on rides or public transport. "You'll have less equipment to handle," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families that alternate between public transportation and carpooling with other moms."
A top choice is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which has an astounding 90 percent of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seats that drops down to a stroller that can be turned into a rolling one. The change only takes seconds. When not in use, the wheels can be folded down and it's a small. The Doona can also be attached to a car backseat with the sturdy LATCH base or to taxi-safety belts. This makes it a great choice for urban families.
The Mamas & Papas pramette another excellent car seat/stroller combo. It has the pram with a hood that opens and the front seat can be lowered to let your child lie down for naps or meals. It comes with a big basket, cup holders, and an umbrella shade for your baby's essentials. The stroller seat has a multi-position reclining seat, and can recline to a flat position so baby is comfy for every ride.
Other important car seat features to be considered are the weight and height limits and 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 seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.
It is important to note that travel systems work only with infant car seats. Extended-use car seats that are able to later be made forward-facing convert into strollers. Because of this, many moms opt to get an additional stroller and car seat when their baby grows out of the infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is a crucial piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems come with the baby pram that converts into a comfortable infant carrycot so that your baby can rest peacefully in the car and is perfect for parents of newborns and those who do not want to disturb them when travelling. Some brands also have a stroller and car seat combo that can be clicked together. This means that you can keep your child secure in the car seat and then transfer them to a pushchair without causing disturbance. This is ideal for long trips and busy shopping centres.
A quality stroller should come with many features that make it simple to use and practical. 2in1 pushchair should come with an ample basket for storing essentials such as nappies, toys, and snacks. It should also be able recline so that your baby can rest comfortably. It should also have an adequate canopy to shield your baby from the sun and a lockable front wheel for added safety. In addition it should be light and fold compactly for storage or transporting 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 have the benefit of connecting to a variety top car seats that can be attached to the frame and fold up with ease. Some models have one wheel on each leg to make them easier to maneuver and roll over different surfaces.
The ideal stroller will be versatile enough to last throughout toddlerhood and beyond if you require it to carry your child to and from school or to play dates, activities and so on. When your child has outgrown their car seat, you should consider a stroller that has a seat facing the world and that reclines.
If you plan on using your 2-in-1 travel system for public transport choose a model with an ISOFIX base, which makes it safe to get on and off trains or buses. Some models, like the Doona, can even be fitted on trains and planes to make traveling with a child more convenient.