From the birth of a baby, a stroller is an essential tool to accompany its growth. It can not only free parents' hands, but also connect parents and babies emotionally. The quality of the stroller is directly related to the safety of the baby. However, there are many brands of baby carriages on the market now, and the shape design is also varied. How to choose the right stroller for the baby seems to be a big problem for the treasure mothers. Don't worry, I'll share with you some choices when I buy a stroller, and see if I can also give you some good suggestions on how to choose a stroller. First of all, let's do some understanding from the classification of strollers.
standard of classification
Generally speaking, strollers in Asian markets (Japan or Taiwan Province Province) are divided into two types: Type A and Type B. Type A can be used after the baby is 2 months old and the head can be supported; Type B car can be used after the baby is about 7 months old. No matter which style, you can use it for about 2 years old. These two kinds of cars have their own advantages. A car is suitable for going out for a walk, and B car is suitable for taking a tram or going shopping.
1, Type A stroller (i.e. fully functional stroller)
The baby can lie flat in the car, 175 degree lying flat is more suitable, which can not only prevent spitting milk, but also help the growth and development of bones, even if the baby falls asleep, don't worry. Because the wheels are big, they have shock absorption function, and the bumps caused by uneven ground are less, so the baby will feel very safe when sitting, which is beneficial to the baby's brain development. If the direction of the handle can be switched, you can also look at the baby's face and go out for a walk; If the car body comes with an air filter cover, you can travel in rainy or foggy days. But this kind of car is very heavy and takes up a lot of space.
2. Type B stroller (that is, portable folding stroller)
This kind of car is small and light, with simple handle control and convenient turning. You can shop in shops with narrow passages, or you can shuttle back and forth in crowded places. This folding cart can sit or lie down. After putting it away, it doesn't take up space even in the tram. You can put it in the trunk of a car or in the trunk, which is very useful when you go out. Compared with model A, the seat is slightly narrower and the adjustable angle is smaller.
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3. European and American strollers
Both the A-type and B-type strollers mentioned above are of Asian specifications, while those made in Europe and America are different from those in Asia. This kind of car can lie down, like model, but it is as easy to store as model B. There are many stone roads in Europe, so the wheels of the stroller are big and strong. There are also double strollers and three-wheeled strollers that can be shared by two babies in the United States, ultra-light umbrella-handle cars, and some families have multiple strollers.
According to the baby's age
Babies under 7 months should choose a dual-purpose stroller with adjustable backrest because they can't sit still. This kind of stroller can generally have a large angle.
(165- 170) lie flat, and some can even lie flat on 175. Some strollers with European and American design concepts, independent sleeping baskets, can lie flat in them.
For babies over 7 months old, there are relatively few restrictions on the choice of stroller, because at this time, the baby can sit still and choose an umbrella stroller with less functions but strong portability. If the economic conditions are good, you can also choose an ordinary stroller or a multifunctional stroller.
According to the travel conditions
First, choose a stroller according to the road conditions. If the road conditions are good and the road surface is flat without many potholes, you can choose the shock absorption performance.
General stroller; If the road conditions are not smooth, bumpy and bumpy, it is necessary to choose a stroller with good shock absorption performance, such as a stroller with independent wheels for high landscape, a stroller with pneumatic tires, and even a stroller with independent wheels for pneumatic tires, which can meet the needs of babies traveling in this road condition.
Secondly, we should choose a stroller according to the frequency of travel and the length of the journey. If the baby likes outdoor activities and travels far, you can choose a portable stroller with small folding size, such as a pocket car and a hummingbird car, so that you can hold the baby in one hand and not be too lucky in the other.
Then there is the awning, which can be said to be the most important awning in the stroller seat, and can resist the direct exposure of the strong outdoor sunlight to the baby's skin. It is very important to choose a telescopic awning with telescopic function. This can be used according to the baby's itinerary and different time periods of the sun, which is very necessary for the baby's eye protection. At present, the awnings of indigo cradle strollers on the market are all designed in this way. In the previous article, we also discussed whether the awning of the stroller is a half awning or a full awning, which can be used for reference.
On the other hand, it can also play a windproof role. Now there is patented technology, which can also protect against direct sunlight and ultraviolet rays. When choosing, choose one with a skylight, which can facilitate you to visit your baby at any time.
Finally, there will be cars with ordinary seats, but this cushion is a more humanized place, and this place is also sloppy. Generally speaking, the seat cushion will be different according to the hand folding method or the actual size of the stroller. A stroller with a cushion is generally spacious and thick, which can give the baby a softer and more comfortable feeling. Portable umbrella car, because of the portability of the overall structure, so the cushion is only supported by a single layer of cloth, and the sitting feeling is relatively poor.
The baby's development time is different, and the demand for strollers is relatively different.
Other purchase factors
Modern strollers and travel systems are designed to be as versatile as possible, and manufacturers try to consider the various needs of parents and babies. Nevertheless, before you choose a trolley model, the following points are also important: portability: vibration-proof reinforcement and large wheels provide a comfortable pushing environment, especially if you plan to push the trolley frequently. When you are struggling to change the direction of the cart or in a crowded place, the front wheel with a rotating shaft will change all the difficulties.
Weight: Think about how often and how far you carry a trolley and how often you use it in public places. If the answer is often, then the weight of the trolley is also an important consideration. You should find a light and easy-to-fold cart.
Comfort: The more comfortable the baby is, the happier he will be, especially when he likes to stay in the cart for a long time. It's important to check all the performance before buying a trolley.
Cost-effective ratio: Some carts have accessories such as foot wrap or rain cover, while others don't. Therefore, it is worth checking which accessories are included in your shopping cart price, and then comparing with other similar shopping carts.
The safety of the stroller is very important. A stroller should include shoulder straps, waist belts and crotch straps, and the length of the safety belt must be adjustable to stabilize the baby in the car. It should be noted that when the seat belt is buckled and adjusted properly, the car must be steady and steady, and it will not loosen slowly because the baby is moving in the car, thus losing the role of protecting the baby.
national standard
Baby carriage products are related to the safety of children. China's relevant departments have promulgated the national technical specifications for toy safety and introduced compulsory product certification for toy products, so as to protect children's lives and health as much as possible and safeguard consumers' interests. The concept of toy safety is that children can avoid harm to children due to some defects of toys under normal use or foreseeable and reasonable abuse. These defects may come from design, manufacturing process or manufacturing materials.
Inspection of key components According to relevant specifications, baby carriage products involving safety include children's bicycles, children's tricycles, children's strollers, baby walker, toy bicycles, electric baby carriages and other toy vehicles. Some of these vehicles are mainly propelled by adults, such as baby strollers. Some are mainly manipulated by children themselves, such as children's bicycles and tricycles. These vehicles not only have some small parts, but also functional parts such as folding handrails and conveyor belts. Once these parts have quality problems or faults, they will not only affect the use of vehicles, but also seriously threaten the personal safety of children. Therefore, consumers should pay special attention to the inspection of the following key components when buying baby carriage toys.
According to relevant standards, toy trolleys, toy trucks, toy cradles and similar toys with handles or other folding mechanism parts should have at least one primary locking device and one secondary locking device, which should directly act on the folding mechanism; When the toy car is installed, at least one locking device should be able to lock automatically. Consumers should not only check whether the equipment is sufficient, but also carefully check its quality when purchasing. There have been accidents in which the handrails of children's carts failed and children's hands were pinched.
Common brands
Indigo cradle Indigo stroller (UK)
USA ZOOPER (Rubao) stroller
I believe in the Bailey stroller.
Anglebe stroller
Beshen stroller
A pu Li Jia prams
Good boy cart
Stokke stroller
Inglesina stroller
Gelai pram
Peg Perego stroller
Domet stroller
Matters needing attention
1, be sure to take the crosswalk and wait for the green light to pass: set an example for your baby to behave well early. When waiting for the green light, don't push the stroller off the road first. Let the stroller wait on the sidewalk. If there are no traffic lights, look at the traffic flow on the road first. Then the adults first observed along the road, left the stroller on the sidewalk and kept holding the stroller with their hands.
2. Don't push the child to walk on the road with many cars, because the exhaust pipe of the car is just as high as the stroller, which will make the child inhale more exhaust gas. Try to avoid the construction site, it is dusty and unsafe. Of course, we should also be careful not to push the stroller out during commuting hours. At this time, the traffic is heavy, accidents are prone to occur and the air is not good.
If there is no sidewalk, you should walk on the side near the motor vehicle lane, so that you can find the passing vehicles in time. Similarly, the driver can see you right away, so slow down. This rule also applies to places with relatively narrow roads. If you want to turn, you should be outside when you turn.
4. Go up and down the steps and ask for help. If no one offers to help you, you must ask for help yourself. Don't be embarrassed. Let him grab the support railing in the direction of the baby's feet. You grab the handle of the stroller, keep it level, and gently lift the stroller.
5. Before going out, check the performance of each part of the stroller to ensure that the stroller is fully unfolded, each part is clamped and the braking performance is good.
6. Don't push on the uneven road, because the car will bump up and down and sway from side to side, which will make the baby feel very uneasy, and the unstable environment may also cause harm to the baby.
7. Regularly check whether the stroller is faulty, such as whether the joints of the body structure are firm and whether there are loose screws.
8. When going out, pay attention to the weather changes. When it is cold, put a blanket in the stroller, wrap the child and put it in the car. If the child falls asleep outdoors, you can adjust the folding stroller to a flat position, or sit the car with clothes so that the baby can sleep comfortably.
9. Remember, don't leave your baby alone in the stroller at any time. Be sure to educate your baby from an early age not to put your fingers in the wheel. There are two kinds of strollers: sitting and horizontal. Either way, it is best to use it only for babies under 6 months, because babies over 6 months are more mobile and more prone to accidents. In addition, don't hang sundries or sun umbrellas on the armrest of the stroller, otherwise the center of gravity of the stroller will be unstable and it will tip over.
10, never neglect to put the baby in the car and then walk away, leading to tragedy.
1 1. After buying the stroller, dad must install it himself, so that you can know whether all parts are solid and know fairly well.
12. If the ground in the suburbs is not very flat, it is best for mom and dad to push the stroller alone, pick up the child and walk alone, and then put the child back in the stroller when the road is flat.
13, the day before the trip, check the weather forecast and bring accessories according to the weather forecast. For example, we will prepare awnings on sunny days and umbrellas on rainy days.
14, parents should remember not to overuse strollers, which will reduce their children's enthusiasm for sports and reduce their exercise, which is not conducive to the development of sports ability, and may also lead to excessive obesity in infancy.