A 2 in 1 Travel System

If you're looking to get around with ease or want to create a modern take on a pram, the car seat and stroller combination is the best choice. Check the specifications carefully to ensure your chosen car seat and pushchair are compatible or consider buying an adapter.

Travel systems that have been evaluated by editors allow you to move your baby who is sleeping in the car to the stroller 2 in 1 car seat without disturbing them. Some travel systems have an infant carrycot to help encourage the natural sleeping.

Car Seat

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

Doona infant car seats and latch bases are a top option, with 90 percent of Amazon reviews giving it five stars. It's a rear facing car seat that converts into a rolling jogging stroller in a matter of seconds. When not in use the wheels can be folded under and it's small. The Doona also attaches to a car's backseat using the rigid LATCH base or to taxi-safe belt paths making it a great choice for commuters and city families.

The Mamas & Papas Pramette is yet another great car seat/stroller, which includes a pram that has a hood and front seats that open to allow you to lie your child down for naps or for feedings. It comes with a large 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, so baby is comfy for every ride.

The weight and height limits are also important. Also, think about whether the car seat for infants is only compatible with a belt for the back seat or in the event that it comes with a strong LATCH system that is built-in. Also, look Prams For Active Parents a locking mechanism on the handle to ensure it stays secure in place, as well as the ability to tilt the handle towards the back seatback to create an anti-rebound bar.

Travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats. Extended-use car seats, which can be turned to face forward later, cannot be converted into strollers. Because of this, many moms choose to purchase a separate stroller and car seat once their baby grows out of the infant seat.

Stroller

A stroller is an essential piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems come with a baby stroller that can transform into a cozy infant carrycot so that your baby can rest peacefully in the car which is ideal for parents with newborns or who do not want to disturb them while traveling. Based on the brand, some also feature the option of a stroller and car seat combination that can be connected to one another. This allows you to keep your child in the car seat while transferring them to a stroller without disrupting them.

A quality stroller should come with many features that make it easy to use and practical. It should have an ample basket for storing essential items such as nappies, toys, and snacks. It must also recline so that your child can rest comfortably. It should also have an adequate canopy to shield your baby from sun and a lockable front wheel for added safety. Lastly it should be light and fold compactly to make it easy to store or transport to and from the car.

Travel system strollers that have been tested by editors, for instance the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo and Chicco Keyfit Caddy, offer convenience due to their ability to connect with various top car seats. The car seats snap onto the frame to be attached and fold up quickly. Some have a single wheel on each leg, which makes them more maneuverable and roll over different surfaces.

Ideal strollers should be able to carry your child throughout the toddler years and beyond and allow you to continue to use it to transport them to and from events, school and play dates. To do this, choose a stroller that has an open-air 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 pram and car seat-in-1 travel system for public transport choose models that have an ISOFIX base so it's safe to hop on and off buses or trains. Some models, like the Doona can be installed on planes and trains to make traveling with your baby a lot easier.