How to choose a stroller suitable for your baby? A stroller will be one of the most expensive things you buy for your baby, so it’s important to make the right choice. Picking the right stroller can be daunting as there are so many options on the market. That’s why we’ve created this shopping guide to help you make the right choice for you and your little one.
according to baby’s age
Babies under 7 months can’t sit and stand, so they should choose a sit-bed stroller with an adjustable backrest. This kind of stroller can generally lie flat at a large angle (165°-170°), and some can even 175° Lying flat, some baby strollers with European and American design concepts and independent sleeping baskets can completely lie flat in them.
For babies over 7 months old, the choice of strollers is relatively small, because babies can sit and stand at this time, so you can choose a baby umbrella stroller with fewer functions but strong portability. You can choose a normal stroller or a multifunctional stroller.
According to travel conditions
First of all, choose a stroller according to the road conditions of the trip. If the road conditions are good and the road surface is flat without many potholes, you can choose a stroller with average shock-absorbing performance; , For example, high-view strollers have independent wheel suspension design, there are also strollers with pneumatic tires, and even strollers with pneumatic tires and independent wheel suspension systems, all of which can meet the needs of babies traveling under such road conditions.
Secondly, the stroller should be selected according to the frequency of travel and the length of the journey. If the baby likes outdoor activities very much, and the travel distance is relatively long, you can choose a lightweight, small folding stroller, such as a pocket stroller, hummingbird stroller, etc., so that you can hold the baby with one hand, and the stroller will not be too much Fortunately.
According to design function
The built-in spring shock absorber design of the front wheel, the shock absorber design of the natural inflatable wheel, the built-in spring design of the rear axle, and the built-in spring shock absorber design of the seat provide four layers of protection for the baby, with super shock absorber effect, and always take care of the safety of the baby ;
1. Front wheel built-in spring shock absorber design
Using the automobile shock absorber technology, the bumps and impacts of the road surface are weakened by springs, and the built-in springs help to prevent corrosion.
2. Natural rubber inflatable wheel shock absorber design
The rear tires are natural rubber pneumatic tires, which have better shock absorption and anti-skid effects.
3. Built-in spring design of the rear axle
The built-in spring of the rear wheel axle is the main center of gravity of the baby sitting on the stroller, and the shock absorption effect is 4 times that of ordinary rubber wheels.
4. Seat built-in spring shock absorption design
The seat is in direct contact with the baby, and it is not enough to rely on the tires to disperse the impact of bumpy road conditions. Therefore, installing a shock-absorbing spring device on the seat can maximize the shock absorption of the built-in spring in the seat and ensure the safety of the baby.
According to children’s needs
One of the first considerations is whether the chosen stroller is suitable for newborns. Newborns need to lie completely flat, so it is important that the seat on the stroller has a lie-flat setting. Alternatively, you can use a carrycot that fits in a stroller to form a stroller, or you can snap the baby’s car seat into the stroller frame so that you can move your baby from the car to the stroller. Won’t wake baby up during middle hours.
Babies and toddlers have very different needs, but many strollers are designed to cater to different stages of your baby’s development.
Other buying factors
Modern strollers and travel systems are designed to be as versatile as possible, and manufacturers try to take into account the varied needs of parents and babies. Still, the following points are important before you choose a stroller model: Lightweight: Anti-vibration reinforcements and large wheels provide a comfortable driving environment, especially if you plan to push the stroller around a lot. Front wheels with swivel pivots will change all the difficulties when you struggle to switch the stroller in different directions or in crowded places.
Weight: Consider how often and how far you will carry your stroller and will it be used in public? If the answer is often, then the weight of the stroller is also an important consideration, and you should look for a stroller that is lightweight and easy to fold.
Comfort: The more comfortable the baby is, the happier he is, especially if he likes to spend a lot of time in the stroller. It is important to check all the features before buying a stroller.
Value for money: Some strollers come with accessories like foot wraps or rain covers, and some don’t. So it’s worth checking what accessories are included in the price of your stroller before comparing it to other similar strollers.
The safety of strollers is very important. A stroller should include shoulder, lap, and crotch belts, and must be able to adjust the length of the seat belt to secure the baby in the car. It should be noted that when the seat belt is buckled and adjusted properly, the car must be stable and will not gradually loosen due to the baby’s activities on the car, thereby losing the role of protecting the baby.
Baby’s age:
Pay attention to the age of the baby. Since newborn to 6-month-old babies need a long sleep time, and they also need to take a nap during the day, it is best for the stroller to be placed flat so that the baby can fall asleep at any time, and the back of the chair has a certain degree of hardness. To provide enough support to avoid damage to the baby’s spine. Babies over 6 months are more suitable to use the seat type, which is convenient for the baby to sit and watch around.
easy to carry:
Be aware of the means of transportation that mom often uses. If mothers often take subways, buses and other crowded means of transportation, then they should choose some smaller, foldable trolleys, which are convenient for mothers to carry when there are many people and crowds.
Clearance: Pay attention to the clearance position of the trolley. If the stroller has too many gaps, it is not suitable for younger babies, because the baby’s fingers are small and easy to get caught in the gap, so avoid buying a stroller with a structure that is too complicated for newborn babies.
Cushion: Pay attention to whether the thickness of the cushion is sufficient. Generally speaking, the more cushions on the trolley, the greater the sense of security for the baby. Moreover, the baby is soft and prone to bumps and bruises. Therefore, if there are cushions on the left and right sides, it can provide a certain degree of security. .
Sharp edges: Pay attention to the structure of the cart. Most of the trolleys are made of aluminum tubes to reduce their weight, but mothers should pay attention to whether there are any bumps on the aluminum tubes, or whether there are sharp edges on the edges, otherwise the baby will be easily damaged.
Security lock
A safe stroller should have at least one main lock and one additional safety lock. Once the main lock fails, the additional safety lock will be effective to prevent the car from being folded suddenly and endangering the safety of the baby. In addition, after the baby stroller is folded, there should also be some equipment such as a folding safety lock to ensure that the body is in the folded state and will not suddenly open and hurt nearby people.
Pedals: The pedal design of the stroller can ensure that the child’s feet will not be caught between the front wheel axle and the axle. It would be better if the pedals can adjust the slope.
Cleaning: The seat of the stroller should be able to sit comfortably for the baby, and the back of the chair should have enough support to support the back. Parents should also pay attention to whether the seat can be removed for cleaning. In addition, pay attention to whether the upholstered seat is comfortable; pay attention to the warmth and comfort of cloth seat cushions compared with rubber materials, but it is more difficult to clean, and also note that some fabrics cannot be machine washed.
Wheel locks: Baby strollers must be equipped with wheel locks to securely park the stroller on the road, prevent sliding on inclined roads, and ensure the safety of the baby. Parents must carefully check whether the wheel locks are secure when purchasing baby strollers. Generally speaking, it is safer to use double-wheel locks that lock at the same time.
In fact, all children’s strollers must meet inherent standards before they can be sold. Generally speaking, strollers are very safe, but you should still pay attention to safety issues when choosing, and use them correctly.
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