Choosing a Travel Pushchair

A travel pushchair will usually be designed for slightly older babies. (Usually starting around six months). They're light, compact and great for taking on holiday.

The car seat can be removed and attached by one hand, making it ideal for parents in motion. The Graco EeZeFold stroller is lightweight and easy to fold. It can also be tucked away in the car boot or overhead luggage compartments.

Lightweight

If you're looking to travel light, there are plenty of compact-folding pushchairs available on the market. They can be folded extremely compactly and some can be tucked away in an overhead baggage compartment when folded with the seats on. They can be carried with a handle or shoulder strap. They're an excellent option for travel pushchairs that can be used on trains, planes, and buses. They're also ideal for those who don't have a lot of space in your car's trunk or live in an apartment.

A travel system bundle is another option. It includes a main pushchair, a bassinet or carrycot, and the main pushchair. These are designed specifically for newborns or babies and allow you to keep the baby in a carrycot or a bassinet until they're big enough to be able to move to an adult seat facing you. Some of these systems include a car seat adaptor which makes it simple to attach your baby's car seat while you travel.

The stroller is the most popular kind of travel buggy. It is ideal for older toddlers or children who don't take long walks. Some of these buggies are also suitable for infants, based on whether they come with a lie-flat seat or can be upgraded to one.

The GB Pockit+ stroller is a stylish, lightweight stroller that folds down to a small size. It has exceptional maneuverability and a padded handle bar that adjusts to the height of parents who are taller. Although it does not have a parent organizer or cup holder, it does have an enormous storage basket and back storage pocket, and is priced well.

Easy to fold

One of the most important aspects to consider when choosing the right travel pushchair is how easy it will be to fold and maneuver. The ease at which a travel pushchair can fold and unfold is different significantly between models. Some require just one hand, while others may require both hands or a bit more effort. This is crucial because it could mean that the buggy may be more suitable for traveling especially on planes.

A large majority of compact folding Pushchair pushchairs are aimed at older babies and toddlers who are able to sit up, but many are now suitable from the time of birth. This is usually due to having a lie-flat seat, or the option to include a carrying cot for newborns. Some are compatible with travel systems. This means that they can be used with an infant car safety seat and then attach it to the chassis.

The right accessories for your pushchair can make the journey with your child simpler. For instance, a sock can help keep baby warm on chilly days and if it is reversible will also protect them against the sun. Find out if the fabric of the pushchair are machine-washed. This will make cleaning them easier.

The Bugaboo Bee is an excellent option for parents seeking an easy-to-use, lightweight travel pushchair with a variety of features. It's one of the smallest pushchairs when folded, and is suitable to carry cabin baggage on numerous airlines. It also has an under-seat storage compartment to store other travel essentials. It's not quite as compact as the YOYO and Munchkin Sparrow but it is ideal for rough terrain, narrow aisles for shopping, and travel.

Easy to Manoeuvre

You may need a pushchair with large and strong wheels that are able to easily traverse grass, pavements, or sandy beaches, based on the location you live. Look for a stroller with large, thick wheels that can easily glide over pavements, grass, or sandy beaches. These wheels are usually constructed of PU or EVA which is a material that's durable and gives the sensation of an air tyre, but without the risk of punctures.

Choose a model with one pedal that turns on both rear wheels if you want an easy-to-use and simple to move pram. It can be situated on the right or left side of the chassis, or in the center. This makes it simple to stop the pushchair when you're in the middle of a crowd. Parent testers found this feature particularly useful when out and about with their older children. It also prevents you from having to manage a handbrake and a pedal for your feet which is perfect for those who don't wish to get out of their seat too much!

Confortable

This pushchair is designed to be used from the time of birth. It is available with a Doona infant seat and chassis, which are ideal for those who travel frequently. It's made of high-end materials and comes in many colours. It has an adjustable handle bar that doesn't adjust but was still an ergonomic height for taller parents during our testing, and it feels much sturdier than the average lightweight pushchair.

It is extremely maneuverable and the seats are very comfortable thanks to plenty of padding and adjustable straps, plus they recline for comfy napping. The hood keeps the sun out of little heads and also has an holder for cups behind the seats. It is also easy to fold and packs up very small - smaller than the size of a laptop. It's a great choice for people who don’t drive or take public transport often.

Suitable from birth

A travel pushchair is an excellent option for infants, typically between 6 and 6 months. It has seats that face toward the parent for reassurance and bonding, but away from them so that they can explore the world around them. It can also include recline options to allow baby to rest in the seat.

Many parents buy a stroller and car seat as bundles, or as part an entire travel system. This means you can begin your baby off in a carrycot that fits a pram and then change it to a seat when they are ready. This is particularly useful when you're flying with your baby, as it allows you to get around easily and quickly.

The Doona TrVL is an excellent travel pushchair that is suitable for newborn babies with the car seat adaptor. It's lightweight, easy fold, and looks fantastic. The seat is comfortable and reclines flat to allow for naps. The canopy offers good coverage. It has a magnetic buckle and a no-rethread strap that makes it easy to place your child in the seat.

The Stomp Luxe Pram, another travel pushchair, is ideal for babies from birth. It is able to be fitted with a newborn insert in order to ensure the comfort of your baby. It is also light, compact and folds into a compact storage bag for travelling.