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 the pram. Check the specs to make sure that your stroller and car seat are compatible or think about purchasing an adaptor.
Editor-tested travel systems allow you to move your sleeping newborn seamlessly from the car to the stroller without having to disturb them. Some travel systems come with the option of a carrycot that encourages the natural sleep.
Car Seat
A 2-in-1 travel system comes with an infant car seat as well as stroller that snaps together. 2 in 1 infant car seat and stroller is a great solution for parents who often make errands, or take their child on rides or public transport. "You have less equipment to worry about," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And 2 in 1 pushchair for families that alternate between carpooling with other moms or taking public transportation."
The best option is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which gets an astounding 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seat that transforms into a rolling jogging stroller in seconds. When not in use the wheels can be folded away and it's small. 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 ideal for city families.
The Mamas & Papas pramette another great car seat/stroller combination. It features an infant pram with a hood that can be opened and an front seat that can be lowered to allow your child to lay down for nap time or for feedings. It comes with a large basket with cup holders to store all the necessities for your baby as well as a tray for parents and sun shade. The stroller seat has an adjustable reclining seat that can recline to a flat position, making sure your baby is comfortable on every ride.
The weight and height limits are also important. Also, think about whether the car seat for infants can only be used with a backseat belt, or if it has a rigid LATCH system that is built-in. Look for a handle lock to ensure that the handle stays in position. You can also tilt the handle towards the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.
Travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats. Extended-use car seats that can be turned forward-facing later, do not snap into strollers. This is why many moms choose to purchase a separate stroller and car seat when their child is no longer in the infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is an essential piece of equipment for new parents. Some travel systems have a baby stroller that can be converted into a comfortable infant carrycot. This is perfect for parents who do not want to disturb their baby while traveling. Some brands also have carseats and strollers combo that can be linked. This means you can keep your child secured in the car seat, and then transfer them to a pushchair without disturbing them, which is ideal for long trips and busy shopping centres.
A good stroller should have numerous features that make it simple to use and practical. It should come with an ample basket in which you can store essentials like nappies or snacks, as well as toys and toys. It should also be in a position to recline to provide your baby a restful and comfortable sleep. It should also have an umbrella to protect your child from the sun and an lockable wheel on the front for safety. Additionally it should be light and fold compactly to store it in storage or for transporting to and from the car.
Travel system strollers that have been evaluated by editors, for instance the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo and Chicco Keyfit Caddy, offer convenience because they connect with a range of top car seats. These car seats snap onto the frame to be connected and fold up easily. Some have one wheel on each leg to make them easier to move and roll across different surfaces.
Ideally, a stroller should be able to function throughout toddlerhood and beyond if you need it to to transport your child to and from school or to play dates, activities and so on. If your child is outgrowing their car seat, consider a stroller that is able to seat your child in the world and reclines.
If you plan on using your 2-in-1 travel system on public transportation choose models that have an ISOFIX base to ensure that it is safe to hop on and off trains or buses. Some models, such as the Doona, can even be fitted on trains and planes to make travelling with a baby more convenient.