20 Trailblazers Lead The Way In 2 In 1 Travel System
A 2 in 1 Travel System
A stroller and car seat combination is the ideal choice, whether you want to travel with ease or create a modern version of the pram. Check the specs to make sure that your car seat and stroller are compatible, or you can consider buying an adapter.
Editor-tested travel systems let you transfer your newborn baby in a seamless manner from the car to the stroller, without disturbing them. Some even include a carrycot for peaceful sleep.
Car Seat
A 2 in 1 travel system that includes the infant car seat and a stroller that snap together. This is a great solution for parents who regularly do errands or take their child on rideshares or public transport. "You will have less gear to worry about," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's perfect for families that switch between public transportation and carpooling with other moms."
A top choice is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which has an astounding 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seat that transforms into a rolling jogging stroller in just a few seconds. When not in use the wheels can be folded under and it's a compact. The Doona can also be attached to a car's backseat using the LATCH base, which is rigid, or to taxi-safe belt paths, making it perfect for city families and commuters.
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 let you lay your child down to sleep or for feedings. It has a spacious basket and cup holders for everything your baby needs and a tray for parents and sun shade. The stroller seat is a multi-position reclining seat and can recline to a flat position so your baby is comfortable for every ride.
Other important car seat features to consider are the weight and height limits and whether the infant seat can be used with only a car belt for backseats or has an additional layer of protection, with a built-in rigid LATCH system. Also, look for a locking mechanism on the handle to keep it safe in its place and the possibility of tilting the handle towards the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.
Travel systems only work for infant car seats. Extended-use car seats that can be turned to face forward later, are not able to snap into strollers. Many moms choose to buy an additional car seat and stroller once their child has outgrown an infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is a vital piece of equipment for the new parents. Some travel systems have a baby stroller that can be transformed into a comfortable carrycot for infants. This is a great option for parents who don't want to disturb their newborn while traveling. 2 in 1 infant car seat and stroller offer a stroller and car seat combination that can be clicked together. This means that you can keep your child safely secured in the car seat, and then move them to a stroller without causing any disturbance, which is great for long journeys and shopping malls that are crowded.
A quality stroller should come with numerous features that make it easy to use and practical. It should include a large basket that can store essentials like nappies, toys and snacks and be capable of reclining to give your baby a relaxing rest. It should also have a canopy to shield your child from the sun, and a lockable wheel on the front to ensure safety. It should also be light and compact for storage and transportation to and from the car.
Travel system strollers that have been tested by an editor 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 snap to the frame and fold effortlessly. Some have one wheel on each leg, making them more maneuverable and easier to roll across different surfaces.
The ideal stroller will be versatile enough to last throughout toddlerhood and beyond if you require it to to transport your child to and from school or to play dates, activities and so on. To do this, consider a model that has an open-air seat that faces the world (and reclines) once your baby outgrows the car seat.
If you plan on using your 2-in-1 travel system on public transportation you should look for a model with an ISOFIX base so it's safe to hop on and off buses or trains. Certain models, such as the Doona can be mounted on planes and trains to make traveling with your baby a lot easier.