A 2 in 1 Travel System

Whether you are looking to get around with ease or make a modern interpretation of the pram stroller 2 in 1, an automobile seat and stroller combination is the best choice. Read the specs carefully to ensure your car seat and pushchair are compatible, or consider buying an adaptor.

Editor-tested travel systems allow you to transport your newborn in a smooth and seamless way from the car to the stroller without disrupting them. Some travel systems include an infant carrycot to help encourage the natural sleeping.

Car Seat

A 2 in 1 travel system comes with the infant car seat and stroller that snaps together. It's a convenient option for caregivers and parents who frequently run errands with their infant or take their little baby out on rideshares or public transportation. "You have less equipment to contend with," explains Graco spokesperson Rachel Stanton. "And it's perfect for families that alternate between carpooling with other moms or using public transit."

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 transforms to a stroller that can be turned into a rolling one. The change only takes seconds. When not in use, the wheels can be folded down and it is compact. The Doona can also be attached to a car backseat with the LATCH base that is rigid, or to taxi safety belts. This makes it perfect for urban families.

The Mamas and Papas Pramette is yet another great car seat/stroller combination, featuring a pram with the hood as well as a the front seat, which opens to allow you to lie your child down for naps 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 various positions and even flat, so your baby will be comfortable on every ride.

Other important car seat features to be considered are the weight and height limits as well as whether the infant seat can be used with only the backseat belt or has an extra layer of protection with an integrated LATCH system. Also look for a lock on the handle to ensure it stays safe in its place, as well as the ability to tilt the handle towards the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.

It is important to note that travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats, and extended-use car seats that later turn forward-facing do not convert into strollers. Many moms opt to purchase an additional stroller and car seat when their child grows out of an infant seat.

Stroller

A stroller is a vital piece of equipment for new parents. Some travel systems include a baby stroller that can be transformed into a comfortable carrycot for infants. This is perfect for parents who do not want to disturb their baby when traveling. Depending on the model it may also come with a car seat and stroller combination that can be connected to each other. This lets you keep your child in the car seat and then transfer them to the stroller without disturbing them.

A quality stroller should come with many features that make it simple to use and practical. It should include a large basket to store essentials such as nappies as well as toys and snacks. It must also recline so that your child can lie down comfortably. It should also have a canopy to shield your child from sun and an lockable wheel on the front to ensure safety. Lastly, it should be lightweight and compact for storage or transporting 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 offer convenience by connecting with a range of top car seats that click to attach to the frame and fold down effortlessly. Some have one wheel on each leg, making them easier to maneuver and move across different surfaces.

Ideal strollers should be capable of carrying your child throughout the toddler years and beyond, so that you can continue using it to get your child to and from activities, school and play dates. For this reason, consider a model with an opening that allows your child to face the world (and reclines) when your child is no longer in the car seat.

If you are planning to utilize your 2 in 1 Buggy and car Seat-in-1 travel system on public transport, choose the model with an ISOFIX base. This will ensure it is safe for you to hop off and on trains or buses. Certain models, such as the Doona can be fitted on planes and trains to make traveling with your baby a lot easier.