The birth of a tiny ball of happiness in the family is a revolution in the usual way of life for adults: new worries, problems and purchases appear. One of the most important purchases is the first vehicle. But then the question arises as to which model to choose. In order to give an answer, one should consider what types of wheelchairs exist, determine the expectations from the device of movement.
Varieties
First of all, it is necessary to consider the main types of children's vehicles.
- Classic. In such transport, babies are transported from the first days of life to six months (the period of life when children have not yet learned to sit). It creates favorable conditions for sleeping while lying down, therefore its second name is a cradle.
- Walking. Appears in the life of a toddler, when he learned to take a sitting position. You can use it for up to three years.
- Walking stick - a kind of walking. It is characterized by low weight due to the materials used: aluminum and plastic. You can turn the cane into a stroller at the push of a button.
- Modular. Replaces several strollers with one. The modular system can consist of a walking block, cradle, chassis (2 in 1). In addition to the above three elements, it can include a car seat (3 in 1).
- Transformer. It is similar to modular, but unlike them, the cradle is not installed in the seat of the walking module, but is embedded in it. It turns out that this model is a walking one, but as an addition it has a cradle.
Primary requirements
To the cradle
Since your child will be in it almost all the time of the walk, it should create comfort:
- in winter, the child is wrapped, so the height of the sides of the cradle is an important indicator;
- an even and firm bottom is a prerequisite, because we are talking about the spine of the baby;
- materials must not cause allergies;
- the fabric on the outside must effectively perform a protective function: the baby should not suffer from adverse environmental conditions;
- the fabric should be easy to clean from all kinds of dirt;
- the mattress cover must be removed so that it can be washed;
- when moving parents with a stroller, it must successfully maneuver;
- the manufacturer should take care of the height-adjustable handle for the convenience of adults;
- for the cradle, a waterproof and cold-proof cape should be provided.
To the stroller
The user of a stroller is a passenger who knows how to sit, is mobile, is actively interested in the surrounding world, therefore, this species has its own characteristics.
- Your baby's feet should be on an adjustable stand.
- The seat must transform into several positions (sitting, reclining, lying). The seat structure must provide the backrest with the rigidity necessary for the spine of a child sitting in a stroller.
- The presence of seat belts is mandatory in order to prevent crumbs from falling out of the structure.
A lighter weight stroller called a cane can replace the standard stroller. However, it should be remembered: this model has small wheels, which makes it difficult to move over bumps and other road obstacles, and in winter - on snow. The small hood does not provide enough protection from adverse weather conditions. It may not have a stand for the legs (or, if available, the stand is not adjustable).
The seat is shaped like a sagging hammock, which will not benefit the back of a tiny passenger. And the apparent weight advantage has the other side of the coin: the stroller can easily roll over. In general, the option is acceptable as an addition to the existing standard one or for use in the warm season.
Combined view
This is the choice of the pragmatic - those who do not plan to buy one-by-one strollers, but strive to get rid of unnecessary costs and save space in the house.
Such models must meet the requirements that apply to the previous two types, however, a number of important points should be taken into account:
- ease of replacement of modules, their stability;
- availability of reliable fasteners and clamps;
- adjustable footrest for horizontal positioning of the child's feet;
- in the "3 in 1" system, it is important to pay special attention to the child's car seat: it must provide the baby with a position that pediatricians call the anatomically correct position;
- a removable handrail must be available;
- an important element is seat belts;
- all accessories should be easily unfastened - ideally, this is done with one hand;
- there should be no gaps between structural elements.
To transforming strollers
The advantage of the model is the ability to adjust the position of the back. The advantage is its compactness.
However, the large weight (up to 10 kg) is the main disadvantage of this design. Not every mother can handle the daily lifting of such a weight (especially if you need to climb to the upper floors of a high-rise building). The cradle can also be considered a minus. As a rule, it is not properly insulated and is not suitable for use in winter. It also does not hold its shape well, which will not in the best way affect the formation of the baby's spine.
When choosing such a stroller, it is important to understand the design features, evaluate the dimensions of the product in its original and unfolded state, pay attention to the material from which it is made, closely examine the cradle (the degree of its insulation, bottom hardness, dimensions), because a small cradle will be cramped for a baby who tends to grow rapidly in infancy. And this will cause the need to buy a new one, will require additional cash costs.
Features:
For the average mother on maternity leave, for comfortable movement along the street with a child, it is important to have a vehicle designed for the period of childhood, in which a little man acquires walking skills (from the moment of birth to reaching three years). The solution to this problem is the range of premium strollers from Joolz: Joolz Day 2 in 1, Joolz Geo 2, Joolz Hub. Let's consider their characteristic features.
- Maneuverable chassis.
- Rigid, sufficiently sized bottom of the cradle (taking into account the growth prospects of the baby), providing conditions for the correct development of the back.
- The material of the stroller does not cause allergic reactions.
- The same applies to the fabric of the mattress. The mattress cover is removable for cleaning.
- The presence of a ventilation system, which is provided on the frame of the cradle below the hood and on the hood itself: the fabric is folded back and fresh air enters through the mesh insert on the frame and the mesh section on the hood.
- The cape performs a protective function - wind, rain and snow will not cause discomfort to the baby. With a zipper, it can be easily fastened or unfastened.
- Quietly reclining hood of sufficient size, there is an additional visor.
- When transforming a classic stroller into a walking stroller, a simple removal mechanism is used.
- Baby safety is ensured by seat belts. The best option is used - five-point ones with soft pads, adjustable depending on the age of the child.
- The tilt of the stroller's seat for walking is adjustable in 3 positions.
- Telescopic footrest adjustment.
- The reversible seat makes it possible to position the child facing the mother (which is important for very small children) and facing the environment (for older children).
- Foam rubber wheels help avoid punctures caused by inflatable wheels. Joolz also have different diameters: the rear ones are larger, the front ones are smaller. In this case, the front wheels have the ability to turn, and are also locked with a lock.
- Possibility to adjust the parental handle to the height of the adult driving the stroller.
- Convenience of the braking system.
- Compactness of children's transport when folded.
Types, their description and reviews
In the practical model Joolz Day 2 in 1 (equipped with a classic trio: chassis, carrycot, walking block), basic elements (hood, bumper, frame) are used simultaneously in the classic and walking version. Only the cloth set is replaced. The removable handle makes the carrycot easy to carry. The same handle acts as a bumper in the walking version. It can be easily removed for a comfortable fit of a young passenger.
According to mothers' reviews, this model is practical in operation, easy to move, easily overcomes obstacles in the form of rubble, curbs. It rides well on uneven, snowy roads, but the front wheels should be blocked. Takes up little space when folded, easy to transform.
Users note the high quality level of internal and external fabrics and materials. The absence of cracks, the tightness of the docking of the elements retain heat in the cradle. The carrycot is rated as a comfortable and spacious device. Minus - slippery, but only because the user has not purchased the mattress topper.
Parents consider the walking block convenient, despite the fact that it is made in the form of a hammock. By lightly pressing two buttons, it takes one of three positions. It is also considered a plus that the cradle and the walking block are located high from the ground, which provides convenience when placing the child, and he is higher from the dusty road.
Joolz Geo 2 has all the capabilities of the previous version, but can also be transformed into a compact stroller for twins: when the detachable shopping basket is unfastened, space is freed up for a second stroller.
The parents of the twins note that this model has a high cross-country ability, folds in one movement and takes up little space. Fits easily in the trunk when folded. However, some mothers consider it a disadvantage that one of the babies is too low from the ground.
Joolz Hub is new in 2018. It is a symbiosis of the best qualities of its predecessors and new unique features. This modular model has a good indicator of passability through a turnstile in the subway, elevator doors in a multi-storey building, and a doorway. The following configuration options are available:
- standard - with a walking block (from six months to three years);
- walking block + cradle (from birth to six months);
- walking block + cocoon for a newborn (from birth to one and a half years).
You can purchase any configuration option depending on your individual needs.
Unlike its predecessors, it has 6 backrest recline positions. Designed as a body with a tilt angle of up to 180 degrees, not on the basis of a hammock. The design is lighter than other models and folds up with the seat and wheels.
For an overview of the Joolz Day Studio Girls Review stroller with a cradle, see the following video.
