9 Things Your Parents Taught You About 2 In 1 Travel System
A 2 in 1 Travel System
If you want to travel with ease or want to create a modern take on a pram pushchair 2 in 1, a car seat and stroller combination is the best choice. Check the specifications carefully to ensure that your car seat and pushchair are compatible or you could consider purchasing an adaptor.
Editor-tested travel systems let you transfer your newborn baby in a seamless manner from the car to the stroller, without disturbing them. Some also include a carrycot for natural sleep.
Car Seat
A 2 in 1 travel set comes with the stroller as well as an infant car seat pushchair 2 in 1 seat that snap together. This is a great option for parents who frequently do errands or take their baby on rideshares or public transport. "You'll have less equipment to handle," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families who alternate between carpooling with other moms or using public transportation."
A top pick is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which gets 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear facing car seat that can be converted into a stroller with wheels in seconds. The wheels fold down underneath and the Doona is compact when not in use. The Doona also attaches to a car's backseat using the LATCH base that is rigid or to taxi-safe belt paths, making it a great choice for commuters and city families.
The Mamas & Papas Pramette is a top car seat/stroller combo, with a pram that has the hood as well as a front seat that open to let you lay your child down for naps or feedings. It comes with a large basket with cup holders to store all of your baby's necessities as well as a tray for parents and sun shade. The stroller seat is able to recline in a variety of positions and can be flat too and your baby will be comfortable on every ride.
Other important car seat features to consider are the weight and height limits and whether the infant car seat can be used with only a car belt for backseats or has an extra layer of protection, with the LATCH system built into it. 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 of the seatback to make an anti-rebound bar.
It is important to note that travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats, and extended-use car seats that later be made forward-facing convert into strollers. This is why many moms opt to get a separate stroller and car seat once their baby grows out of the infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is an essential piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems have a baby stroller that can be converted into a comfy infant carrycot. This is a great option for parents who do not want to disturb their baby when traveling. Depending on the brand it may also come with an automobile seat and stroller combo that clicks into one another. This lets you keep your child in the car seat while you transfer them to a stroller, without disturbing them.
A quality stroller must be equipped with a variety of features that make it convenient and user-friendly. It should have a large basket that can store essentials like nappies or snacks, as well as toys and toys. It should also be capable of reclining to give your baby a comfortable rest. It should also have an umbrella to protect your child from sun and an lockable wheel on the front for security. In addition, it should be lightweight and compact to make it easy to store or transport to and from the car.
Editor-tested travel system strollers 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 click to attach to the frame and fold effortlessly. Some models also come with a single wheel on each leg, which makes them more maneuverable and roll across different surfaces.
The ideal stroller should be able to carry your child throughout the stage of toddlerhood, and beyond, so that you can continue to use it to transport them to and from activities such as school, play dates and other events. To do this, choose a stroller that features an open-air seat that faces the world (and reclines) when your child is no longer in the car seat.
If you intend to use your 2-in-1 travel system on public transport choose a model with an ISOFIX base, which makes it safe to take off and on trains or buses. Some models, like the Doona can be fitted on planes and trains to make travelling with your baby pushchair 2 in 1 easier.