How to choose a baby carriage

Carriages for children are of five types: universal 3 in 1 and 2 in 1, for newborns, walking and transformers. All of them have advantages and disadvantages that must be considered when choosing the first “transport” of the child.

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1. Baby Carriage
   
2. Stroller
3. Transformer stroller
4. Universal Stroller
5. Strollers for twins
6. What parameters to pay attention to when choosing a stroller

Types of strollers for children

Baby Carriage

A great option for a newborn baby. It is a stroller with a basket, four large wheels (often inflatable) and good spring damping. It has a solid bottom that guarantees the correct lying position of the child. It protects well from snow and rain, and when using mosquito nets, the child is not afraid of insect bites.

Carriages are equipped with adjustable handle, fabric waterproof hood, shopping basket, sun visor, bag and cape on the legs. There is a lot of space in the cradle itself, there you can put rattles so that the baby does not miss.

Stroller

Designed for children from 6 months to three years who can sit. In many models, the backrest can be lowered so that the baby can sleep.

These strollers have a folding design, they are light (6-10 kg) and pass into the doorways. They are equipped with a removable crossbar in front of the child, a carrying handle, a seat (preferably 30-35 cm wide), a backrest that can be lowered and a hood that protects against bad weather.

Most four-wheel models have small wheels. However, tricycles are equipped with large tires, so they easily ride over rough terrain.

Transformer stroller

In a transforming carriage, you can walk at any time of the year. It is used for both newborns and babies who have learned to sit. It is easily modified from a carriage cradle in walking model.

Transformers models are equipped to the maximum. They have:

1. Carrying bag;

2. Seat belts;

3. Adjustable footrest;

4. Replaceable wheels;

5. Basket for products;

6. Ventilated hood window;

7. Cross over handle;

8. Other components: a raincoat, a sun visor, a cape on feet.

Universal Stroller

Universal strollers differ from transformers in that instead of transformation, one unit is replaced with another. They are designed for children up to three years. They have large wheels that provide high throughput and a soft ride. Suitable for all weather conditions.

There are universal carriages 2 in 1 and 3 in 1. Models 2 in 1 consist of a cradle, the chassis and the walking block. 3 in 1 strollers differ only in that they have a car seat of group 0 or 0+. It can be used from birth to 12 months.

A good universal stroller should have large wheels with the possibility of blocking, a folding back, a fabric hood, shock absorption, five-part seat belts (provide the most reliable protection) for the walking unit, a bumper, a carry strap.

Strollers for twins

At the birth of two or three children, parents should choose a stroller with several seats. Such a model should have large wheels and high-quality foot brake.

Carriages for pogodok come in three types:

1. Seats are located side by side. Or the seat is one, but has a septum. These strollers provide the same view for kids, and it's easier for mom to keep track of them. But because of its large size, this model fits poorly into the doorways. In addition, over time, babies begin to interfere with each other and quarrel.

2. The seats are arranged one behind the other. This stroller easily passes through doorways, but has little maneuverability due to its length. In addition, not all seats can take a horizontal position.

3. Transformers. The model allows you to change the seat. Children can sit down facing each other, put one baby to bed and leave the other one awake. The main disadvantage of this stroller is its heavy weight and heavy transportation.

What parameters to pay attention to when choosing a stroller

The size and weight of the stroller

If you live in an apartment building, and even on the top floor, pay attention to the elevator area. It is necessary to choose a model that fits in it freely, and also passes through the openings of the entrance and balcony doors.

If you buy a heavy carriage, but you have to travel daily on the stairs, pay attention to the “walking” design. This is a stroller, in which the distance between the front and rear wheels is the same as the distance between the steps.

Security

Child health depends on seat belts. They are necessary when descending the stairs and overcoming curbs. Seat belts do not allow the rolling baby to fall out of its vehicle.They are two-point (as in the plane), three-point and five-point. The most reliable - five-point.

The sides of the stroller should not be low for the child. The correct seat depth ensures safety.

Depreciation

Stroller shock absorbers reduce shaking when walking, soften the course. Most models are equipped with spring shock absorbers. They are durable and reliable. Sometimes the cradles of the cradle are equipped with belt absorbers, thereby increasing maneuverability. But belts can break.

Wheels

Buying a model with removable wheels has advantages for people living in an apartment. After returning from the street, mother can put the stroller in the hallway, remove and wash the wheels, move the stroller to the usual place. Removable wheels also help save space in the trunk of the car.

Depending on the time of year, they can be changed, in the winter to put large rubber, in the summer - to use plastic wheels. Remember, their size affects the stroller’s permeability. The larger their diameter, the easier it will be to move over rough terrain.

Wheelchairs with swivel wheels are easy to deploy, they are excellent maneuvering. But off-road passability is low.

Three-wheeled models are easy to maneuver, but they can not be moved along the runners of subways and stairs. Such strollers must "walk."

Hood

When choosing a stroller for the winter, make sure that the hood falls to the bumper. This will protect the baby from snow and wind.

Strollers are often equipped with a waterproof fabric hood. Sometimes hoods are made from leather, but such products “breathe badly”.

Back

If the baby likes to sleep while walking, the stroller should be equipped with a rigid horizontal back. Therefore, when buying a folding model, make sure that this rule is observed. In extreme cases, enclose a special mattress.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.