A 2 in 1 Travel System
If you want to travel with ease or you want to create a modern version of an old-fashioned stroller, a car seat and stroller combination is the best option. Check the specs to ensure that your stroller and car seat are compatible or think about purchasing an adaptor.
Travel systems that have been tested by editors allow you to transfer your baby who is sleeping in the car to a stroller, without disrupting them. Some travel systems come with a carrycot to encourage the natural sleeping.
Car Seat
A two-in-one travel set includes the stroller as well as an infant car seat that snaps together. 2 in 1 stroller and car seat 's a convenience for parents and caregivers who frequently run errands with baby or take their young one out on rideshares or public transportation. "You have less equipment to deal with," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families that alternate between carpooling with other moms and using public transit."
The best option is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which gets 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seats that drops down to a stroller that can be turned into a rolling one. The change is quick and easy. The wheels fold underneath, and it's compact when not in use. The Doona can also be connected to a car backseat with the sturdy LATCH base or to taxi-safety belt paths. This makes it perfect for urban families.
The Mamas and Papas pramette is another great combination of a car seat and stroller. It comes with an infant pram with a hood that opens and an front seat that can be lowered to let your child lay down for naps or feedings. It has a spacious basket and cup holders for everything your baby needs, plus a parent tray and sun shade. The stroller seat has a multi-position reclining seat, and can recline to a flat position so baby is comfy for 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 only a car belt for backseats or has an additional layer of protection that includes the LATCH system built into it. Look for 2 in 1 buggy on the handle to secure the handle in place. You can tilt the handle to the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.
Travel systems are only suitable for infant car seats. Extended-use car seats, which can be turned forward later, are not able to snap into strollers. Many moms decide to purchase a separate stroller and car seat when their child grows out of an infant seat.
Stroller
A stroller is a vital piece of equipment for the new parents. Some travel systems include a baby stroller that can be transformed into a comfortable infant carrycot. This is perfect for parents who don't want to disturb their infant while traveling. Some brands also offer the option of a car seat and stroller combo that can be clicked together. This lets you keep your child in the car seat and then transfer them to the stroller without disrupting them.
A great stroller should include numerous features that make it easy to use and practical. It should have an ample basket for storing essentials such as nappies as well as toys and snacks. It must also recline so that your child can sleep comfortably. 2 in 1 pram and pushchair should have a canopy to shield your child from the sun and also a lockable wheel on the front for safety. It should also be lightweight and compact to store it in and transportation to and from the car.
Editor-tested travel system strollers like the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all offer convenience by connecting with a range of top car seats that click to attach to the frame and fold up easily. Some models also have a single wheel at each leg, making them more maneuverable and roll on different surfaces.
The best strollers are capable of carrying your child through the stage of toddlerhood, and beyond and beyond, allowing you to continue to use it to take them to and from activities like school, play dates, and so on. This is why you should look for a model that features a seat that faces the world (and reclines) after your child has outgrown the car seat.
If you are planning to use your 2-in-1 travel system on public transportation you should look for a model with an ISOFIX base so it's safe to take off and on buses or trains. Some models, such as the Doona can be mounted on trains and airplanes to make traveling with a baby even more convenient.