A baby stroller is one baby gear item that will definitely make it easier for you to take your new bundle of joy along with you for activities like shopping, running errands, walks through the park or traveling. With the large variety of infant strollers available on the market today, you are sure to find a stroller model that fits the needs of your lifestyle perfectly.

Types of Baby Strollers

These days there is a different stroller type for just about every activity. Carriages and prams are designed for strolling through the neighborhood with your newborn. Umbrella strollers are great for traveling. Travel systems change and adapt as your child grows. Jogging strollers allow you to continue your jogging routine with your little one in tow. All-terrain strollers can handle off-road activities as well as daily errands and shopping.

What to Look for When Choosing a Stroller

Durability – If you’re investing a lot of money in a stroller and you plan to have more children, be sure to choose a model that will be durable enough to last through more than one child. Typically, strollers with aluminum and steel frames tend to fair better than those with plastic frames.

Versatility – While some strollers are designed with specific activities in mind others have features that allow them to adapt to meet changing needs as your child grows or when your strolling environment changes. A lockable swivel wheel allows you to convert from a jogging stroller to an easily maneuverable swivel wheel stroller. Many models offer a fully reclining seat, a removable bassinet or car seat that allows the stroller to accommodate a child from infancy through toddlerhood.

Safety – Check to make sure that the stroller meets all of the ASTM standards, and be sure that you know how to safely use a stroller. When choosing a stroller, a model with a 5-point safety harness, a single-foot braking system and a wide base will help to keep your child safe and secure while riding in the stroller.

Size – Be sure to keep the stroller’s size in mind. Nothing can be worse than finally buying the perfect stroller only to get it home and find out that it doesn’t fit in your car trunk or is too bulky to take on the subway.

Most Popular Stroller Brands

With the numerous baby stroller brands available on the market, it can be difficult for parents to know which ones offer the best products. Choosing a stroller from a more popular brand does offer some advantages since you are likely to find more parent reviews on the strollers offered by those brands. Additionally, the more popular brands typically offer a wider variety of available accessories and infant car seat compatibilities. Many of the more popular brands include Maclaren, Graco, Bugaboo, Combi and Peg Perego.