Parents, expecting the appearance of the baby, think over in advance all the questions they will have to face when arranging the life of a newborn. The stroller is of great importance for the comfort of the baby. In order to purchase a high-quality and reliable stroller, you need to know the rules for choosing it.
Comfort
The main criterion for choosing a good stroller is convenience for the child. The cradle frame of the purchased stroller must be rigid. Soft padding and a comfortable mattress are also important for a baby's first vehicle.
When buying a stroller or multifunctional stroller, be sure to look for one that has a comfortable seat, a support for children's feet and a hood that reliably protects from the weather and sun.
In order for the child to be able to lie in the stroller when he falls asleep or gets tired, the backrest must be adjusted to several different tilt positions.
Safety
You need to buy a stroller one that does not have sharp or small parts that can hurt your baby while walking. It must be equipped with stable and maneuverable wheels and good brakes. These elements will allow parents to easily manage it, and the child will travel comfortably.
Strollers for walks should have adjustable straps, a removable bumper that holds the child. They should not block free access to the baby if necessary.
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Wheelchair belts come in different designs. There are five-point products, consisting of two shoulder straps, the same number of garters in the belt, and one between the legs. There are options for three points, in which there are only two belts along the waist and one between the legs.
The five-point method of restraining the baby is safer and holds the baby better.
Functionality
When buying a stroller, you need to pay attention to additional functions that can be very useful. Transformers and strollers for newborns are usually equipped with a removable cradle with a carrying handle.
When choosing a transformer or a walking model, it is worth checking whether the height of the handle is convenient for the parents, otherwise you will have to bend over while walking, which is too inconvenient.
Preference should be given to specimens with a handle that has height adjustment. In addition, it should be borne in mind that it is more pleasant for some children to look in the direction of movement, and for others, it is preferable to constantly see their parents. It is better to buy a stroller equipped with a crossover handle. It allows you to carry your baby the way he likes.
Be sure to pay attention to the maneuverability of the wheels.
- if the model is equipped with large rubber wheels, this will provide the wheelchair with good cross-country ability in any bad weather and a soft ride on uneven roads;
- when the stroller is equipped with small plastic wheels, this will greatly lighten its weight, and it is also suitable for walking in the summer;
- floating wheels will make the product more maneuverable, but they must certainly have locks that allow them to be fixed in one position.
The ideal purchase option would be a design in which removable wheels are provided, which allows you to install one or another option depending on the situation.
Practicality
A good stroller folds out easily, can be quickly assembled. You should always purchase a structure of the optimal weight, since if the elevator breaks down, the parents will have to take the stroller out of the entrance every day.
It is better for travel lovers to purchase compact models (cane strollers), since they fit without problems in the car trunk, where they do not take up much space.READ ALSO: Comparison of 6 models of pushchairs for traveling with a child
Most models of strollers have storage baskets and are equipped with pockets in which you can put toys, food, and changeable baby clothes. The set may also include additional accessories: sun visor, stand for toys and bottles, parental bag, mosquito net, warm cover and raincoat.
Also, car accessories will not be superfluous: a headrest, special adapters that allow you to securely fasten a cradle in the car, a "seat belt".
Quality of materials
The strength of a baby stroller largely depends on the materials it is made of. You need to buy a model for which the manufacturer used environmentally friendly and high-quality materials, waterproof fabrics. It is they who will provide easy care for the product.
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