A 2 in 1 Travel System
If you're looking to get around with ease or want to make a modern interpretation of a pram, an automobile seat and stroller combination is the best option. Make sure to check the specifications to ensure that your car seat and stroller are compatible or consider purchasing an adaptor.
Travel systems that have been tested by editors allow you to transfer your baby who is sleeping in the car to the stroller without disrupting them. Some also come with a carrycot to allow for peaceful sleep.
Car Seat
A 2 in 1 travel set includes the stroller as well as an infant car seat that snap together. This is a great option for parents who often make errands, or take their child on public transport or rideshares. "You will have less gear to worry about," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families that alternate between carpooling with other moms or using public transportation."
A top choice is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which receives an astounding 90 percent of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seats that converts to a stroller that can be turned into a rolling one. The change is quick and easy. When not in use, the wheels can be folded away and it's small. The Doona can also be connected to a car's backseat by using the rigid LATCH base, or to taxi-safety belts. This makes it ideal for city families.
The Mamas and Papas Pramette is a top car seat/stroller combination, featuring a pram with the hood as well as a front seats that open to allow you to lie your child down for naps or feedings. It comes with a large basket, cup holders and a basket for 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.
Other important car seat features to be considered are the weight and height limits and whether the infant seat can be used with just the backseat belt or has an extra layer of protection that includes the LATCH system built into it. Also, look for a locking mechanism on the handle to keep it safe in its place, as well as the possibility of tilting the handle towards the back of the seatback to make an anti-rebound bar.
It is important to note that travel systems work only with infant car seats, and extended-use car seats that are able to later be turned forward-facing snap into strollers. For this reason, many moms opt to get an additional car seat and stroller when their child is no longer in the infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is an essential piece of equipment for the new parents. Some travel systems have the baby pram that can be transformed into a comfortable infant carrycot. This is a great option for parents who do not want to disturb their baby when traveling. Based on the brand they may also include a car seat and stroller combo that clicks into each other. This means that you can keep your child secure in the car seat, and then transfer them to a stroller without causing disturbance. This is ideal for long trips and busy shopping centers.
A quality stroller must include plenty of features that make it convenient and easy to use. It should come with a large basket where you can store essentials like nappies, toys and snacks and be able to recline to give your baby a relaxing rest. best 2 in 1 pram should also have a canopy to protect your child from sun and also a lockable wheel at the front to ensure safety. It should also be lightweight and compact for storage as well as 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 have the benefit of connecting to a variety of top car seats that can be attached to the frame and fold down easily. Some models have one wheel on each leg to make them easier to maneuver and roll over different surfaces.
The best strollers are able to carry your child through the stage of toddlerhood, and beyond and allow you to continue to use it to take your child to and from activities, school and play dates. This is why you should look for a model with an open-air seat that faces the world (and reclines) when your child is no longer in the car seat.
If you plan to use your 2-in-1 travel system on public transportation, you should choose the model with an ISOFIX base. This will ensure that it is safe to hop on and off buses or trains. Certain models, like the Doona can be mounted on planes and trains to make travelling with your baby easier.