At the top of the birth list, the stroller is the number one accessory for parents. She will accompany them from birth to the child's 4th birthday. Whether it's off-road, urban, cane stroller or 3 in 1, choosing your baby's future carriage is far from child's play! Our buying tips and our selection of the best strollers.
At every age, his stroller
Even if today most models are evolutionary, the choice of a stroller must be made according to the child's age. From the time he leaves the maternity ward to the time he enters kindergarten, priorities change as he grows up.
Part 1
From 0 to 6 months: nacelle or birth stroller
For a newborn and up to 6 months of age, you have two options: the classic stroller approved for birth, i. e. equipped with a hammock that extends completely, or a model on which the seat can be added or replaced by a carrycot. Indeed, in the very first months, a baby needs 18 hours of sleep a day. Favoring the lying position is essential, the pediatricians claim.
The ideal is the combined stroller, 3 in 1 or 2 in 1, which is both scalable and versatile, allowing you to install a pram-style carrycot and a shell for car trips on the same chassis. The advantage of the pack? You have everything in one! Thanks to these two elements that can be clipped onto the chassis, there is no need to wake up the baby to transfer him from the stroller to the car and back again. A real cozy little nest, a nacelle can also be used as a cradle when you are with friends. From 6 months of age, when he needs less sleep and starts to hold his head, you can do without the basket and use the reclining hammock or shell that offers a semi-seated position.
Strollers: 4 points to check before deciding
Check for the presence of EN 1888 (European standard), or "Complies with safety requirements".
Make sure the hammock is comfortable, well-padded and removable for washing.
Pay attention to the accessories provided with the stroller. The chancellor to protect it from the cold, the rain cover and the sunshade are essential.
Test the stroller's folding system, it should be easy and quick.
4 tips for choosing the right baby stroller
Pay attention to the shopping basket under the stroller. Essential to accommodate the changing bag, it must be large and easy to access.
If you do not opt for the pram version, make sure that the hammock can recline completely horizontally.
Choose a model with a seat placed high enough to reduce the baby's exposure to exhaust pipes.
Comfort first and foremost. A birth stroller must be a real cozy little nest, it's a priority.
From one year old: the cane stroller
Around 1 year old, her back is muscular enough to sit up. It is also the age when he begins his first steps. It is time for him to travel in a stroller called a second age.
Hypercompact and ultra-light (between 7 and 9 kg), this stroller model is a hit in the city. Much less cumbersome than its early counterparts, it folds up and unfolds in no time at all, hence its name as a cane stroller. Easy to transport, it will be a great help when he gets tired of running around or when you have to use public transport. Although less cozy than a birth stroller, make sure the seat is comfortable. At this age, he still needs to rest. This requires a multi-position backrest and an adjustable footrest that you can tilt as soon as it falls asleep.
3 tips for choosing the right cane stroller
A cane stroller should be as light as possible, therefore the presence of an aluminum frame is recommended.
Make sure that the seat is comfortable. The backrest must offer several possible positions, including one lying down, so that he can continue to take a nap. The footrest must also be adjustable.
Choose a model with a simple and intuitive folding system. It is best to test before deciding.