Buying baby strollers is just one of those difficult tasks you face for a new baby. The task is not made easier by the wide choices that are available. Not only between and within the brands, but also the type of stroller you should buy. This decision needs to taken after a bit of thought about how you mainly intend to use the stroller.
Some people will want to use a stroller more because they walk most of the time, instead of taking the car. Some would like to incorporate baby into their exercise program and perhaps lose that excess baby fat. With one baby, the choice is extensive, but if you need a stroller for two or three, then the choice is smaller.
If you want to exercise with baby, a jogging or running stroller would be best. This type of stroller tends to have a triangular wheel base with two bigger wheels at the back and one at the front. Make sure when buying baby strollers like this, to check that it has a wrist strap on the handlebar. If you should be jogging on a downward slope and slip, this will ensure the stroller (and baby) doesn’t carry on without you!
If you are frequently in and out of the car all the time, or are buying baby strollers for long distance trips by air, you need an umbrella stroller. These type of strollers are very light, which is a plus when you have to carry them, compact for cargo storage and easy to fold, usually in a single one-handed motion. You will find umbrella strollers are not that useful for rough terrain, baby may get uncomfortable and you’ll struggle a bit to push it.
All terrain strollers will answer this need. This type of stroller have more robust frames, bigger pneumatic tyres that will make sure that your baby has a comfortable ride over heavier terrains. Look for a stroller with a swivel front wheel and make sure you have a pump for the tyres!! The downside is the size when folded as you may need a large boot to get them in, so do check the folded size and whether the wheels come off easily for this purpose!!
You can also get bike strollers that will convert from a standard stroller by attaching them to the rear wheel of an adult cycle. You will find that they also come with a 5-point harness so baby will be well secured.
A convertible stroller is ideal for newborns. As the name may suggest, this type of stroller it converts from a lie-flat to a sit-up position. So it’s a great choice for little ones who take frequent naps!
The stroller travel system is also convertible, but it will also include a car seat that hooks on and off so it can be installed in the car. Some will come with a separate pram base as well.
Naturally, with more than one child, your options are limited to twin or triple strollers. This type of stroller may be tandem, or side by side for twins or triplets or sometimes may have a more complex arrangement. Obviously, these are bigger so are bulkier and trickier to fold.
Buying baby strollers is one thing you need to think quite carefully about as it can be an costly but necessary purchase. Be sure to check the handle height and storage facilities and whether the covers are removable before you buy, if these features are important to you.
Buying baby strollers is a important purchase for your child, but don’t forget to consider yourself as well!