The Best Baby Strollers.

How do you choose the safest stroller for your child?

 

 

What are the safest and best baby strollers? Buying a baby stroller can seem like an impossible task. There is such a wide choice of strollers on the market that most parents get completely overwhelmed .

How do you choose the right stroller for you and your baby? Low income parents will be looking for a cheaper stroller because a lot of baby stroller brands can be very expensive.

An expensive stroller is not necessary safer than a cheaper one. Keep in mind that also some of the most expensive, brand name strollers have been subject to a recall.

Shopping for a Baby Stroller

Try to keep the following safety issues in mind.

 

First of all the best baby strollers have a safety harness. A five point harness is far the safest. A crotch strap is important so your baby can not slide from beneath the belt. It also prevents your child from climbing out of the stroller.

Second safety issue is the brakes. Proper working parking brakes are very important. In June 2009 Bugaboo voluntarily recalled 22,500 Bugaboo bee strollers. The risk of break failure could cause these strollers to unexpectedly roll away on a recline.

Check the stroller for stability. Strollers with a wider base are less likely to tip over when your child tries to climb in it.

Another important safety feature is it’s maneuverability. Don’t hesitate to try the stroller in the store. Does it easily turn left and right or backwards and forward? This feature will be very important when you are crossing busy streets.

Make sure the wheels of the stroller are well secured. Especially if you are looking for a Jogging Stroller the wheels should not come off while you are running with your child.

Check if the stroller has a firm locking mechanism. You don’t want the stroller to collapse while you place your baby in it.

Look for sharp edges to prevent injuries.

Check the labels of your new stroller. The best baby strollers are all JMPA and ASTM certified. If you find a defect on a newly bought stroller always inform CPSC. You can also check if the stroller you plan to buy has been subject to a recall.

 

Find a stroller that suits your life style.

All terrain stroller

 

During the first four years of your child’s life you will probably need more than one stroller because the stroller should always be the right size for the age and weight of the child.

The best baby strollers are strollers to fit babies for years. Choose the right stroller for your baby’s comfort, but also for yours because you will have to push the stroller around.

 

Let us have a look at the following baby strollers.

 

Classy Antique Baby Strollers or European Style Prams.

These larger and more expensive strollers have sturdy aluminum frames and large wheels so that baby gets a smooth and safe ride. These stylish prams are usually wide and heavy and not suitable if you live in an apartment and have to climb stairs.

Standard strollers

Most parents choose this durable stroller as their primary stroller. Standard strollers feature fully reclining seats, which allows them to be suitable for use from your child’s infancy throughout toddlerhood.

 

Lightweight baby strollers or umbrella strollers.

These strollers are maneuverable and convenient and more affordable. Many parents buy a light weight stroller in addition to a standard stroller. They are super compact and collapsible to fit in the back of the car or to take with you on an airplane. Lightweight strollers are not suitable to carry heavy grocery bags. The extra weight on the stroller handles can make the stroller tip over.

Travel Systems Baby Strollers.

Buying an infant travel system you get a car seat, a baby carrier, and a baby stroller, with just one purchase. For this reason Travel systems are more costly than a standard stroller.

Jogging Baby Stroller.

Designed for athletic parents that want to take baby their baby with them on a long run. The jogging stroller or running baby stroller has a lightweight frame and large bicycle wheels to roll easily over uneven surfaces. Look for special features like storage pouches, all-terrain wheels, and shock-absorbing suspension. These strollers are not suitable for babies under six months.

 

 

All Terrain Baby Stroller.

This three wheeled stroller looks very much like a jogging stroller but is designed for a different purpose.

The swiveling front wheel provides better maneuverability making it a great stroller for all outdoor situations and shopping malls.

Double Baby Strollers and Triplet Strollers.

For parents with twins or triplets there are Tandem Baby Strollers or Side by Side Baby Strollers. With tandem baby strollers the babies are placed one in front of the other. The back seat is placed higher up so both children can enjoy the same view.
With side by side baby strollers the children are placed next to each other. Give the stroller a test drive in the store to compare movability. For the best baby strollers for twins and triplets click here.

Triplet stroller

 

 

What accessories come with the stroller?

Many manufacturers make accessories to go with your stroller. Which accessories are important to you and you would like to come with your stroller. Some accesories provide convenience and others add style to your stroller.

Most of the best baby strollers come with accessories like;

• Rain covers and hoods.
  
• Stroller parasols
  
• Insect netting.
  
• Stroller toys.
  
• Attachable trays, drink holders, and carrying baskets.
  
• Cushions and padding.
  
• Mirrors
  
• Adjustable handle extensions.
  
• Tote bag to carry a collapsible baby stroller anywhere.

 

Strolling safety tips.

After you purchased your baby stroller you are ready for the great outdoors. To ensure baby is safe in his or her stroller keep the next stroller safety tips in mind.

• Strap your baby in at all times.
  
• Use parking breaks and check the locking mechanism to stop the stroller from collapsing.
  
• Heavy bags on handles can make the stroller tip over.
  
• Avoid using pillows ore pillow like mattresses to prevent suffocation.
  
• Keep little ones away while folding the stroller.
  
• Always keep an eye on your baby and the stroller.

Important for baby’ safety is the maintenance of your stroller. Check the breaks regularly and replace any missing parts.

 

Baby Stroller Comparison

There is a variety of baby stroller brands available today. The most popular brands are Peg Perego, Safety 1st, Graco, Bugaboo, Cosco and Phil and Ted.

Click here to take a closer look and evaluate these high-end baby strollers and find out which ones are the best baby strollers suited for your lifestyle and needs.

Still confused about the best baby strollers, just remember that all the manufacturers in the United States have to follow an extensive amount of safety regulations before a stroller can be put on the market. ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) updates their guidelines every year in the hopes of making strollers safer.