The Ultimate Guide To 2 In 1 Travel System

A 2 in 1 Travel System

If you're looking to travel with ease or want to create a modern version of the pram, the car seat and stroller combo is the best option. Check the specifications carefully to ensure that the car seat you choose and pushchair are compatible or consider buying an adapter.

Travel systems that have been evaluated by editors allow you to move your sleeping baby from the car to the stroller without disturbing them. Some travel systems have an infant carrycot to help encourage natural sleep.

Car Seat

A 2-in-1 travel set comes with a stroller and an infant car seat that snap together. It's a convenient option for caregivers and parents who regularly run errands with their infant or take their little baby out on rideshares or public transportation. "You have less equipment to deal with," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's great for families who switch between carpooling with other moms or using public transportation."

A top pick 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 into a rolling stroller--the transition is a matter of seconds. When not in use the wheels can be folded down and it's a compact. The Doona also attaches to a car's backseat with the LATCH base that is rigid or to taxi-safe belt paths, making it a great choice for commuters and city families.

The Mamas & Papas pramette another great car seat/stroller combination. It comes with an infant pram with a hood that opens and an front seat that can be adjusted to allow your child to lay down for nap time or for feedings. It comes with a large basket with cup holders to store everything your baby needs, plus a parent tray and sun shade. The stroller seat has an adjustable reclining seat that can recline to a flat, so baby is comfy for every ride.

Other important car seat features to consider are the weight and height limits, as well as whether the infant seat can be used with only a backseat car belt or has an additional layer of protection that includes the LATCH system built into it. Also look for a lock on the handle to ensure it stays safe in its place, as well as the possibility of tilting the handle toward the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.

It's worth noting that travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats, and extended-use car seats that are able to later be made forward-facing transform into strollers. Because of this, many mothers opt to purchase an additional stroller and car seat when their child is no longer in the infant seat.

stroller rocker 2 in 1

A stroller is a vital piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems have a baby stroller that can be converted into a comfortable carrycot for infants. This is ideal for parents who don't want to disturb their newborn when traveling. Based on the brand it may also come with the option of a stroller and car seat combo that clicks into each other. This lets you keep your child in the car seat and then transfer them to a stroller without disrupting them.

A great stroller should include numerous features that make it easy to use and practical. It should come with a large storage basket that can hold essentials such as nappies as well as toys and snacks. It can also recline so that your child can sleep comfortably. It should also have a canopy to protect your child from the sun, and a lockable wheel on the front to ensure safety. Lastly, it should be lightweight Travel prams and compact to store it in storage or for transporting to and from the car.

Editor-tested travel system strollers like the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all provide convenience by connecting to a variety top car seats that can be attached to the frame and fold down effortlessly. Some models have one wheel on each leg to make them easier to move and move across different surfaces.

A stroller should be versatile enough to last through toddlerhood and beyond if you need it to continue to transport your child to and from school as well as to play dates and activities. To do this, consider a model that has an open-air seat that faces the world (and reclines) after your child has outgrown the car seat.

If you intend to use your 2-in-1 travel system on public transportation you should look for models that have an ISOFIX base to ensure that it is safe to take off and on trains or buses. Certain models, like the Doona can be installed on trains and planes to make traveling with your baby easier.