Types of Baby Strollers

In my last Post I blogged about things to consider when buying a stroller. Today I want to talk about the different types of strollers out there.

Standard Strollers

Much of the info from yesterdays post applies to standard strollers, they are the larger and heavier type of strollers. At least when compared to lightweight ones (see below). They have larger wheels, storage space, bigger seats and even come with extras like music systems.

They are built to perform in most conditions and are very popular. They fold up for those times when you need to get on the road. But they are not suitable for some types of cars and for some places that you may want to go with your baby. For example on a city bus or in a crowded supermarket.


Lightweight Strollers

Back in the old days lightweight strollers were your basic umbrella style. But now there are some very light strollers that have some of the same features found in the standard size strollers. The whole point of lightweight strollers is being able to take your baby places that may not work for a standard size stroller.

Lightweight strollers that can be purchased today have many of the same features as standard strollers, like reclining seats (needed for diaper changes and in-stroller naps), storage racks and sun and rain shades. I recommend that you own at least a standard stroller and a lightweight one too, for those times when you need to take your baby places that a standard stroller will not work.


Jogging Strollers

Fist of all jogging strollers should not be used for infants not yet 6 months old. But other than that restriction they are a good choice for parents who like to take their babies outside. The biggest feature that they offer is their all-terrain suspension systems, which allow you to take your baby on most surfaces. They also have larger sturdy tires, sleek frames, and hand-grip brakes. They may not collapse easily or fit into a small car as well as standard models.

The main factor in choosing this type of stroller is your lifestyle. If you or your spouse runs with your baby, then this type of stroller can work well in conjunction with a light weight stroller or a standard stroller as a back up.


Travel Systems

In a nutshell travel systems are a car seat that can be easily placed into a baby stroller. These systems have various designs and features, but the point is to allow parents to quickly and easily go from in the car to in the stroller.

Many travel systems come with a car seat base that stays in your car so parents can snap the infant seat into the base and not have to buckle and unbuckle the seat into the car (I got tired just typing that). When your baby out grows the car seat, a travel system acts like a standard stroller.


Strollers for More Than One Child

There are strollers that can handle two and even three children. These types of strollers come in the above types, standard, lightweight, and jogging as well.

If you have more than one small child, strollers that can carry more than one child are a must. You will need to consider the age and size of your children carefully when buying this kind of stroller. If one of your children is an infant, then you will want a stroller that has reclining seats, to help with diaper changes, naps and other infant needs.

If one of your children is a toddler and is transitioning away from strollers there are models that allow the older child to stand and ride. With the lightweight models some can be clipped together to use as a single unit or used them separately.


Places to shop for Strollers

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