In the business of buying and choosing a baby carriage, everyone goes their own way. Even during pregnancy, you can look at the carapace, passing by on the road. Collect information on special thematic sites on the Internet or ask your girlfriends. But, judging by the polls of young mothers, there is nothing better than personal participation in the "live" choice of a baby carriage. When the product can be touched, compare on the spot with other models, get expert advice, evaluate novelties.
What to look for when choosing a baby stroller
1. Do not complicate the task. If there is no time to determine in advance the type and approximate model of the stroller, it can be done in the market, shop or exhibition for the sale of goods for children. The sellers of large retail outlets have been giving advice to young parents about choosing a wheelchair for a number of years. In fact, it is enough to name the approximate date of the birth of the child, to find out the preferences of the mother, to take into account the living conditions and the nature of the planned displacements. So the strollers of the spring-summer season will be much easier and without special heaters.
With the onset of cold weather, it is more preferable to choose strollers-transformers. They are equipped with special covers from wind, snow or cold rain. They are produced with insulated walls and an inflated roof. If the way of life parents are accustomed to frequent trips, it is better to consider models with a car seat and cradle-carrying. The width of the elevator must be taken into account, so that the wheelchair passed in size and did not cause any inconvenience. But the weight and versatility of the product will largely depend on the presence in the house of the elevator, the physique of a woman and how long you expect to use children's transport. If the elevator comes to the second floor, a woman of fragile and short height, along with the stroller will actively use the sling and car seat, then she definitely does not need massive jeeps. Remember that everything is individual and your model is sure to be found.
2. Manufacturers of wheelchairs every year please the novelties of sellers and at the same time complicate the task for buyers. From the abundance of brands, models, companies and colors literally dizzy. But any product has its own prototypes and standards. They depend on the specific age of the child and are designed to meet their basic needs.
• From birth to six months. For children of this age, a model with a cradle is perfect, the bottom of which should be flat, rigid and not sag. At the same time, the head and frame can be adjusted, and eventually it will be able to assume a vertical position. This is necessary for the grown up crumb to sit without harm to the spine. The cradle itself is removed, carried by special pens or straps. And even fastened in the car for all safety requirements. Any stroller for very young children must necessarily be insulated, guard against blowing the frame, be resistant to shocks and do not interfere with good air circulation. As a rule, strollers with fixed cradles have a noticeable weight. They do not always go to a standard elevator. Quickly become tight for the grown up baby. Then you need to replace a different plan.
• From birth to three years. The most popular for many years the model of a baby carriage is a jeep-transformer. Or a lightweight version of a three-wheeled transformer. These models in the majority have a carrying cot and a car seat for going to the polyclinic, shop, trips in the car. As soon as the child learns to sit, the cradle is removed, and the bottom of the stroller is put on the right level. Well, if such a mechanism will be smoothly adjusted with the help of a special strap-lace, which is strong enough and allows you to choose the most convenient position. Such transformers are folded, have removable and replaceable wheels. Their analogues - universal modular wheelchairs - will serve the child from birth to 3 years or more. It's all about removable blocks for each period. The cradle, seat and car seat can be attached to the chassis. Also, changing the table, limiter for the legs, handle-holder and a number of other parameters. The biggest disadvantage of such strollers is the large weight and bulkiness. Here it is necessary to adapt. Or on the stairs to spring on wheels. Or get ready for a walk in stages: first take out the entire stroller, then - take out the cradle with the baby. Or resort to help from neighbors, relatives, friends.
• A stroller version of the stroller. The lightest and most varied model of a baby carriage. If before the walking models were designed for children who can sit, and did not fit for sleep, then today there are models from 3 months. They have a floating seat adjustment mechanism, removable warm covers and a raincoat. And also removable footboards and tables, five-point seat belts, so that the fidget does not accidentally fall out of its transport. There are a number of manufacturers who insulate the sidewalls and the top of the walking options. And also compact the wheels for patency on snow-covered paths. But, nevertheless, these are options for a warm season. If you need to pick up a stroller for rest, then certainly recommend the option of a cane. Carriages-canes have a weight of 3 kilograms, folded with a single keystroke, pulling a special strap or a vault of handles.
• Carriages for twins, triplets and weatherstocks. Multi-purpose strollers have the same assortment and a set of functions as wheelchairs for one child. The only thing in such models does not need to take into account the size of the elevator. They still do not fit in length and width. Better, pay attention to the strength of the frame to withstand the weight of all children. The most popular models in this category are stroller-trains and three-wheeled models.
3. The availability of additional accessories is not always confirmed by their necessity in practice. The same with the models of pens: complete, separate, variable. The main thing is that the general set of functions is simple, understandable and accessible in any situation.
It is interesting that modern young mothers are not so pretentious about the presence in the set of bags for walking, exchange tables, patch pockets. Many of them prefer their own backpacks, handbags or special thermos-bags. Much more important is the presence of a raincoat, a cover for the legs, special fastenings for developing toy rattles, mosquito nets and even an umbrella from the hot sun. The model of the pen is not fundamental either. In any case, these nuances can be tested on the spot and understand whether it will be comfortable driving such a stroller.
4. Wheels - the most controversial and sometimes problematic part in the whole wheelchair. First, each option is learned only in practice. Secondly, there is wear and breakage, from which no one is immune.
Today there are models even with eight wheels, but they are by no means considered stable. Their diameter is usually smaller than conventional wheels. And they do not go along difficultly passable places, but they stall. As for the three-wheeled novelties, they are the best for maneuverability - which can not be said about stability. You can also face difficulties on ramps designed for standard models of wheelchairs. The most reliable are large wheels with wide protectors, which will travel everywhere in the winter and slushy autumn. Baby carriages with small and double wheels are not designed for winter walks. They are less manoeuvrable and not suitable for ramps.
In addition to the very model of wheels when buying, check whether they are moving straight on a flat surface. This is necessary in order to identify the marriage or the beginning curvature. You can also shake the stroller to check the cushioning of the wheels. It should not be sharp, rigid or, conversely, too jumping. Remember: smooth swinging, soft running of the stroller and the absence of creaks will affect the comfort of movement. And the last thing that needs to be checked several times is the work of the brake, warning of rolling the stroller. Especially, on a flat asphalt surface in the city. It does not matter how many brake systems will be - on all wheels, front, rear. It is necessary that you install it without problems, and it is not unnecessarily tight or loose.
5. Vendors are quite active in expanding their retail network and this facilitates the choice of their customers. When choosing a wheelchair, do not be lazy to study information on special websites, get acquainted with the products at exhibitions. As much as possible, test the product on the spot and follow the advice of the consultants.
Many functions of young mothers know by hearsay. But they have no idea how much they are in demand and will suit them. Do not hesitate to ask again and ask to fully explain these or other nuances, so that you will not be disappointed. Also, only seeing all models personally, you can evaluate the latest trends. For example, the novelties of the coming seasons will become something of an avant-garde: wheelchairs, to the wheels of which are attached skis for the convenience of maneuvering in the winter. Special models in the form of an automobile for boys or a body that resembles a carriage, for girls. A stroller with a transparent bottom and edges so that the child is always in sight. Automatic and silent system of raising and lowering the hood. The swivel mechanism of the stroller is 360 degrees, more like a chair. Built-in player or radio, for quiet listening to songs for children. Timer, speedometer, thermometer to maximize the creation of comfortable conditions. However, decide for yourself whether you and your child need all these "gadgets". They significantly increase the cost of the model. But at the same time they provide additional opportunities.
6. Warranty coupon and phone for communication with the seller can help out even in a hopeless situation. Do not lose them! It happens that during the use of the stroller or after the expiration of its warranty service, it is found that damage or other damage is caused. Usually this happens suddenly and prevents its further use.
Often there are difficulties with the wheels, the axles of attachment, seat belts, damage to the integrity of the fabric and other details. Mummies immediately panic, worry about the regime of the child without walks and are upset that it will be necessary to buy a new product. And only a few dial the number of the seller of the stroller to explain the problem and ask for help. Know that even if at that moment you do not find the right part, you can drive to the place of sale, ask the other sellers about the replacement and necessarily solve the problem. There are warehouses of spare parts, interchangeable sets from different models of wheelchairs, but suitable for the diameter, width, dimensions, colors and other characteristics. If the failure is not recoverable, then you will be offered to sell the stroller for spare parts. Thus, to return at least part of the cash to buy a new one. Agree, the options - enough, it is only to ask for help!
Useful tips for choosing the right stroller
• If you know for sure that you will mostly walk in the city and rarely go out into the countryside (outside the city, off-road, streets without asphalt or tiles), then the stroller with large wheels will be bored and seem too clumsy. Better - choose walking warmed versions with small wheels and light in weight.
• Universal models of prams, switching one function of which turns a different option, are bought for a long time and are profitable from a financial point of view. However, there are women who get used to and get tired of the same kind of this vehicle. With the growing of the baby, they want a new stroller, a different coloring and, in general, a variety.
• A child born in the cold season is not very comfortable in the stroller-transformer? It happens and this: maybe the wind blows out under the hood. You can additionally cover these places with a blanket, use an envelope or a raincoat. Know that for spring-summer for the newborn the strollers of a walking type with a rigid skeleton and transformers will perfectly suit. But for autumn and winter models with solid cradles will be ideal.
• If you buy a stroller of a walking type, then determine in advance how you will use it. Super light models are designed for fast moving on vacation, short walk, fast folding. Functional options have a set of their advantages and allow you to solve a number of tasks for a walk - sleep, wind protection, long travel and so on. If you need a model for running, rollerblading, fast walking, then consider three-wheel models on an aluminum frame. Fans of active walks, shopping trips and organizers of children's picnics will be approached by a functional stroller with a large basket for toys, products and an additional visor from the sun.
• Buying a stroller and their models depends on tastes and financial possibilities. But from practice it is visible, that to a carriage-cradle in a year the functional and facilitated stroller is bought. To the stroller-transformer is a walking cane. To the universal wheelchair is an easy walking.
• Any stroller will last longer if used properly, in a timely manner, and carefully handled. And to sell such a model will be easier, even used in the past, but in perfect condition.
Here are the characteristic trends and signs that guide moms and dads in the correct choice of a baby stroller. Straight roads to you, strong sleep to the kid and bright impressions from every walk!