Overview
So many choices, so many features, and one precious baby to tote around town. 
| - 1. Handles
If you're particularly short or tall, or if you're sharing your stroller with a different-height partner, consider an adjustable-handle version for maximum comfort. - 2. Wheels
Larger and/or pneumatic wheels offer a smooth ride, even on uneven terrain; smaller swiveling wheels are easier to maneuver in crowded urban areas. - 3. Width
Keep in mind that the average door width is 32", and might be a challenge with some jogger or double strollers wider than 30". - 4. Seat
Experts recommend that babies up to six months old lie in a fully reclined position in strollers; when buying for a newborn, make sure that the seat lies down completely flat. - 5. Seat Pads
Your stroller vs. an ice cream cone on a sunny day? Pick out stroller with easy-to-remove, machine-washable seat pads.
Portability
Think about how often you'll need to transport your stroller in your car. It might be worth investing in a lightweight, one-hand-folding model for easy loading and unloading.
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UmbrellaThe umbrella stroller is a popular choice as a second stroller,
since they fold up into compact proportions, yet still wheel
your child quickly and easily.
| - What You'll Love
- Umbrella strollers make traveling easy, from quickly folding down at security checkpoints to giving your little one a safe place to perch while you're checking luggage. Parent reviewers also note that, as the most compact stroller option, even crowded stores can be easily navigated.
- The Basics
- Inexpensive and convenient, basic umbrella strollers require that a rider be at least six months old since the seats rarely recline or offer suitable head support. But once your baby is sitting up by him or herself, it's a great stroller to keep in your car or at Grandma's.
- The Extras
- High-end umbrella strollers add canopies, spring-loaded, open and folding features, under-seat storage and all-terrain wheels. Accessories include specially designed totes that fit over the umbrella-curve handles to carry bags.
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Convenience - lightweightA great all-things-to-all-parents choice, offering trim, minimal design in lightweight frames with easy maneuverability. 
| - What You'll Love
- User reviews rave about lightweight strollers' easy one-hand maneuverability (an essential feature since every baby demands to be carried now and again). An easy-to-lift, quick-folding design also earns points from parents who frequently load their stroller into a car.
- The Basics
- Wide, padded reclining seats are the norm in lightweight strollers, and since many of their seats lie flat, you can use this stroller for newborns all the way up to active preschoolers (that's where the three- or five-point harnesses come in handy)
. - The Extras
- The well-appointed ride arrives with parent and child trays for snacks and beverages, storage baskets that lower and raise for easy access, and ergonomic handles for pushing comfort.
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Jogger
Living life on the go? The wide range of jogger-style strollers means that any parent can take advantage of the smooth-rolling, curb-jumping and park-conquering features.
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What You'll Love- Jogging strollers get five-star reviews because they serve such a specific need: An ultra-smooth ride on varied surfaces, letting the parent take a leisurely walk or pick
up the pace as they wish. Urban runners also like the sporty look and feel, plus the versatile design fits busy lifestyles to a T.
- The Basics
- All jogging strollers come with large wheels and reliable brakes. Lightweight frames, easy-fold engineering and large weight capacity also make these strollers a great long-term choice. Tires tend to be air-filled, so the ride
is extra smooth although less maneuverable than
convenience or lightweight strollers.
- The Extras
- Choose 16"-diameter wheels if you're an occasional runner, or larger if you plan on taking your child six months or older along your runs. All-terrain wheels and shock absorbers let you bump over dirt, grass or sand, so a hike in the country truly is a walk in the park.
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Travel System
Get everything you need for early months and as Baby gets older in one good-to-go system. Most include a stay-in-car base, a safety-rated infant car seat and a stroller.
| - What You'll Love
- Experienced parents list the stylish, coordinated look and on-the-go convenience as their fave features of complete travel systems, plus the extended use of the grows-with-your-baby stroller.
- The Basics
- Great for errands with a baby up to 22 lbs., since you can move a sleeping child from car to stroller without disturbing him or her, plus the convenience of buying your first car seat and stroller at one time.
- The Extras
- Consider investing in a model with multiple cupholders
(one for a sippy cup, one for your bottle of water or coffee), a sun/rain canopy and extra compartments
for storing supplies or toting purchases.
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