A 2 in 1 Travel System
A stroller and car seat combination is the best choice for anyone who wants to travel easily or design a more modern version of the traditional pram. Check the specifications carefully to ensure that your car seat and pushchair 2 in 1 work together, or think about buying 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 include a carrycot to encourage the natural sleep.
Car Seat
A two-in-one travel system includes an infant car seat and a stroller that snap together. It’s a convenience for parents and caregivers who regularly run errands with baby or take their little baby out on rideshares or public transportation. “You’ll have less gear to manage,” explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. “And it’s perfect for families who alternate between carpooling with other moms or using public transit.”
Doona infant car seats and latch bases are a top option, with 90 percent of Amazon reviews rating it five stars. It’s a rear-facing car seat that converts into a rolling jogging stroller in just a few seconds. When not in use, the wheels can be folded away and it’s compact. The Doona also attaches to a car’s backseat using the rigid LATCH base or to taxi-safe belt routes, making it perfect for commuters and city families.
The Mamas & Papas Pramette is another top car seat/stroller, which includes the pram having the hood as well as a front seat that open to let you lay your child down for naptime or for feedings. It comes with a large basket, cup holders and an umbrella shade for your baby’s essentials. The stroller seat is able to recline in multiple positions and can be flat too and your baby will be comfortable on every ride.
Other important car seat features to take into consideration are the weight and height limits as well as whether the infant seat can be used only with the backseat belt or comes with an additional layer of protection, with a built-in rigid LATCH system. Find a lock for the handle to keep the handle in position. You can also tilt the handle toward the rear seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.
Travel systems are only suitable for infant car seats. Extended-use car seats, which can be turned to face forward later, are not able to snap into strollers. Many moms decide to purchase an additional car seat and stroller once their child is no longer in an infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is a must-have piece of equipment for new parents. Some travel systems include a baby pram which can be transformed into a comfy infant carrycot. This is ideal for parents who do not want to disturb their infant while traveling. Based on the brand it may also come with an automobile seat and stroller combo that clicks into each other. This means you can keep your child buckled up in the car seat and then move them to a stroller without disturbing them, which is great for long journeys and busy shopping centres.
A great stroller should include many features that make it easy to use and practical. It should have a large basket that can put away essentials like nappies, toys and snacks and be able to recline to give your baby a relaxing rest. It should have an umbrella to protect your child from sun and a lockable wheel on the front for security. 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 tested by editors, like the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo and Chicco Keyfit Caddy, offer convenience because they connect with various top car seats. The car seats snap onto the frame to be connected and fold up quickly. Some models have one wheel on each leg, making them easier to maneuver and move across different surfaces.
Ideal strollers should be able to carry your child throughout the stage of toddlerhood, and beyond, so that you can continue to use it to take your child to and from activities such as school, play dates and other events. When your child has outgrown their car seat, you should look for a stroller that is able to seat your child in the world and reclines.
If you plan to use your 2 in 1 pram sale-in-1 travel system in public transport, select a model that has an ISOFIX base. This will ensure it is safe to hop off and on buses or trains. Certain models, like the Doona can be fitted on planes and trains to make traveling with a baby even more convenient.