A 2 in 1 Travel System

If you're looking to travel with ease or want to make a modern interpretation of the pram, an automobile seat and stroller combo is the best choice. Verify the specifications to ensure that your stroller and car seat are compatible, or you can consider buying an adapter.

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 even include a carrycot that allows for a peaceful sleep.

Car Seat

A 2 in 1 pram car seat-in-1 travel system comes with an infant car seat as well as a stroller that snap together. This is a great solution for parents who regularly do errands or take their child on rideshares or public transport. "You'll have less gear to handle," explains Graco spokeswoman Rachel Stanton. "And it's ideal for families who alternate between carpooling with other moms and using public transit."

A top pick is the Doona infant car seat and latch base, which has 90% of five-star reviews on Amazon. It's a rear-facing car seat that converts into a rolling jogging stroller in a matter of seconds. The wheels fold under and it's small when not in use. The Doona can also be connected to a car's backseat using the rigid LATCH base, or to taxi-safety belts. This makes it perfect for urban families.

The Mamas and Papas pramette is another excellent car seat/stroller combo. It has the pram with a hood that can be opened and an front seat that can be lowered to allow your child to lay down for nap time or meals. It has a spacious basket and cup holders for all of your baby's necessities and a tray for parents and sun shade. The stroller seat is a multi-position reclining seat, and can recline to a flat position, so your baby is comfortable for every ride.

Other important car seat features to be considered are the weight and height limits and whether the infant car seat can be used with just a car belt for backseats or has an additional layer of protection, with the LATCH system built into it. 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 of the seatback to make an anti-rebound bar.

Travel systems are only compatible with infant car seats. Extended-use car seats that can be turned to face forward later, do not snap into strollers. Many moms decide to purchase a separate stroller and car seat when their child has outgrown an infant seat.

Stroller

A stroller is an essential piece of equipment for any new parent. Some travel systems include the baby pram 2in1 that converts into a cozy infant carrycot, so your baby can rest peacefully on the go, making them ideal for parents with newborns or who don't want to disturb them when travelling. Based on the brand, some also feature an automobile seat and stroller combination that connects to one another. This means you can keep your child secured in the car seat, and then move them to a stroller without causing any disturbance, which is ideal for long drives and busy shopping centers.

A good stroller needs to include plenty of features that make it functional and user-friendly. It should come with an ample basket in which you can keep essentials such as nappies, toys and snacks and be able to recline to give your baby a restful and comfortable sleep. It should also have an adequate canopy to shield your baby from sun's rays and a lockable for the front wheel for extra security. It should also be lightweight and compact for storage as well as transport to and from the car.

Editor-tested travel system strollers such as the UPPAbaby Cruz v2 Combo, Chicco Keyfit Caddy and Doona Combo all have the benefit of connecting to a variety top car seats that snap to the frame and fold with ease. Some have one wheel on each leg to make them easier to maneuver and roll across different surfaces.

Ideally, a stroller should be able to function through toddlerhood - and beyond if you want it to carry your child to and from school or to play dates, activities and so on. If your child is outgrowing their car seat and pram 2 in 1 seat, you should choose a stroller which has a seat facing the world and that reclines.

If you intend to use your 2 in 1 highchair-in-1 travel system in public transport, select a model that has an ISOFIX base. This will ensure that it is safe for you to hop on and off buses or trains. Some models, like the Doona can be fitted on planes and trains to make traveling with your baby easier.