A 2 in 1 Travel System
A car seat and stroller combination is the ideal choice for anyone who wants to travel with ease or design a more modern version of a pram. Check the specifications carefully to ensure that your car seat and pushchair work together, or think about buying an adapter.
Travel systems that have been evaluated by editors allow you to transfer your baby who is sleeping in the car to a stroller without disrupting them. two in one pram come with a carrycot to allow for peaceful sleep.
Car Seat
A two-in-one travel system comes with an infant car seat as well as stroller that snaps together. This is a great choice for parents who often make errands, or take their child on public transport or rideshares. "You'll have less equipment to handle," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families that alternate between carpooling with other moms and using public transportation."
Doona infant car seats and latch bases are a popular option, with 90 percent of Amazon reviews giving five stars. It's a rear facing car seat that can be converted into a stroller with wheels in seconds. When not in use the wheels can be folded away and it's a small. The Doona also attaches to a car's backseat using the LATCH base, which is rigid, or to taxi-safe belt routes, making it ideal for commuters and families in cities.
The Mamas & Papas Pramette is a top car seat/stroller combo, with the pram having the hood as well as a the front seat, which opens to allow you to lie your child down to sleep or for feedings. It comes with a huge basket, cup holders and a sun shade to store your baby's necessities. The stroller seat features an adjustable reclining seat that can recline to a flat, making sure your baby is comfortable on every ride.
Other important car seat features to consider are the weight and height limits as well as whether the infant seat can be used with only a backseat car belt or has an additional layer of protection, with an integrated LATCH system. Also look for a lock on the handle to keep it secure in place and the possibility of tilting the handle toward the rear seatback for an anti-rebound bar.
It's worth noting that travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats. Extended-use car seats that are able to later turn forward-facing do not convert into strollers. Many moms opt to purchase an additional stroller and car seat when their child has outgrown an infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is an essential piece of equipment for new parents. Some travel systems have the baby pram that converts into a comfortable infant carrycot, so your child can rest comfortably on the go and is perfect for parents of newborns and those who do not want to disturb them while traveling. Some brands also offer the option of a car seat and stroller combination that can be connected. This means that you can keep your child secured in the car seat and then transfer them to a stroller without causing disturbance. This is great for long journeys and shopping malls that are crowded.
A quality stroller must include plenty of features that make it practical and user-friendly. It should come with a large storage basket that can hold essential items such as nappies as well as toys and snacks. It can also recline so that your baby can lie down comfortably. It should also include a sturdy canopy to shield your baby from sun's rays and a lockable for the front wheel for extra security. In addition it should be light and compact for storage or transporting to and from the car.
Editor-tested travel system strollers such as the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all have the benefit of connecting to a variety of top car seats that can be attached to the frame and fold down effortlessly. 2 in 1 prams have a single wheel on each leg, making them more maneuverable and roll over different surfaces.
The ideal stroller will be able to endure through toddlerhood and beyond if you need it to continue to transport your child to and from school as well as to play dates and activities. If your child is outgrowing their car seat, consider a stroller that is able to seat your child in the world and that reclines.
If you intend to use your 2-in-1 travel system on public transport choose a model with an ISOFIX base so it's safe to take off and on trains or buses. Some models, like the Doona can be mounted on planes and trains to make traveling with your baby a lot easier.