*This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine
A stroller is, at least for me, a must-have baby gear because it makes walks with the baby (or a child) so much easier. With my little mr.R, who will soon turn 4 we have used 3 different strollers (okay the first one was actually a pram 😉 ), but since I had no previous experience with prams or strollers then choosing the right one was extremely difficult. If I needed to buy a stroller again then I would know better and so in my today’s post, I share with you a few tips from my own experience on how to find baby strollers that will fit your lifestyle.
Baby Strollers That Will Fit Your Lifestyle
The most important is the age of your child. From a newborn to up to about 6 months you will need a stroller that reclines fully to safely support the baby.
Secondly, where do you live and where will you be strolling with your baby? If you live in the city and never really leave the pavement or malls, then basically any stroller will do. However, if you happen to live in a place where there is real winter (I mean snow and everything that comes with it) then I recommend getting a stroller with big fixed wheels. Big wheels are better in the snow and sleet and they offer better stability on rough terrains.
A good option would also be a baby stoller with front wheels that can swivel with ease and that you can lock when needed. My favourite kind of strollers actually have the option to change the front wheels. 😉 So when I stroll around the town I use small swiveling wheels. And when there’s snow or I plan to go strolling on a dirt road I will replace the smaller wheels with big fixed ones.
For the countryside, the best option is something with big wheels. I, personally, prefer 4 wheels, however, a good quality three-wheeler is also great option. For countryside an all terrain stroller (also referred to as a fitness or sports utility stroller) is a great choice. All terrain strollers are good because you can use them anywhere – on the beach or forest trail, for jogging or shopping etc. However, these all terrain baby strollers tend to be a bit more expensive.
The weight of the stroller is also very important especially when you have to carry the stroller up or down the stairs. Sometimes this kind of lifting feels like a workout in the gym! The width and length of the stroller are also important. For example, some bigger strollers may not fit very well in trunk 🙁
And then there is the price. Some baby strollers cost just around 100$ while others are 1000$ and more. You can’t say that cheap strollers are bad, however, they might not be as modern, lightweight and easily manoeuvrable, as more expensive ones.
If you have older children then I would recommend buying a baby stroller that you can use with a ride-along board (also known as a buggy board). Buggy boards are great because they allow you to convert a single baby stroller into a double carrier. And so a little one can stand or sit on it once he/she gets tired and wants a rest from walking.
One thing I never thought of before purchasing our very first stroller was my height! Unfortunately, some baby strollers are so small that for someone, who is taller than 170cm, pushing the pram or push chair will be inconvenient.
What is important for you when choosing a stroller?
YellowTennessee says
I am long past needing strollers but I really love the color and look of the Bugaboo. When we did need them I wanted something that was easy to fold up and store and not too heavy.
Leelo says
Yes, easy to fold up and no too heavy is very imporant!
Claire says
It looks lovely. They have changed so much since my children were little. How cool!!
Leelo says
Yes, strollers have definitely changed a lot and I’m pretty sure they will change even more in the future.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
Strollers have come a long way since my boys were babies. Sounds like there are a lot of great ones out these days.
Leelo says
There definitely are many great ones out there and so choosing THE ONE is extremely difficult.
Anita Fonte says
I agree with you on this post. I live in the city and I registered for a stroller that was too heavy for me to lift for the stairs on the subway. I had to go back and buy another lightweight stroller.
Leelo says
I had that problem with my first stroller, too. We used to live on 3rd floor and so it wasn’t easy to carry the heavy stroller up and down the stairs.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
Finding a good sroller is so important. We use strollers for a number of years, so we look for one that’s lightweight, convenient to put away, and full of useful features.
brandyellen says
What an adorable and stylish baby stroller, I really love how far strollers have come along since I used to have them. I will be sharing these with my friends who are expecting!
Pam Wattenbarger says
Strollers have changed so much since I had my kids. There are so many great options on the market these days.
lisa says
They make such awesome strollers now. They look so lightweight and easy to handle. Way better than when I had kids!
Leelo says
Yes, strollers these days are so much easier to handle.
jmanandmillerbug says
My Sister in law has one of these strollers and LOVES it! High recommend any of these!
Heather D. (@GirlGoneMom) says
There are so many cool strollers out now. Almost makes me want to have another one! :0P
Tiaras & Tantrums says
There are so many wonderful options in strollers these days. When I had babies, there was not as many options avaialbe for me.
Liz Mays says
These are some really good options. I’d want to pick one that wheels smoothly and can handle fast walking or jogging.
Jenny says
I love the look of the bugaboo infant strollers for when they’re smaller, but i prefer a jogging stroller for my lifestyle. They’re just easy to maneuver pretty much anywhere.
Jenn says
Wow, these are some really nice options. Back when my girls were babies we didn’t have much to chose from.
CourtneyLynne says
Omg what an awesome stroller!!!! Makes me miss my daughter being super little. Baby gear is always fun!!!
Jennifer says
Buying a stroller can be a daunting task! When my youngest was a baby I looked at what seemed like 100 strollers before I found the one I got.
Dee says
I was never a fan of the stroller, taking it in and out the car lol, but I can appreciate the the fact there are several different styles and some that fit your everyday task.
Anosa says
I do not yet have kids but if I did I would think comfortable, strong but lightweight would be my thinking
ST Imad says
BOB strollers made the Revolution, for moms who want to use the same stroller for exercising and shopping. Thanks.