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Find the right pushchair for you!

31.10.2016

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Choosing the right pushchair is particularly difficult for parents expecting their first child. Models differ in terms of functionality, size and countless other factors. To make it easier for you to find the model best suited to your needs, we've summarised some useful information about the different versions. So you can easily find the pushchair that's right for you.

There are countless pushchair suppliers. Making a choice from an infinite number of pushchairs can be particularly difficult, especially if you're expecting your first child. First and foremost, you need to be aware of the needs and requirements, that you and your baby will have, when it comes to the pushchair. Then it's important to think about where you're going to put the pushchair. But you also need to be aware of your budget. Prices vary considerably depending on the manufacturer and model.

So you should pay attention to this when making your purchase

It's advisable, in order to make the pushchair as comfortable as possible, to pay attention to these various points before you buy it. You should also check certain safety features when buying to avoid danger.

These points will help you make the right choice when it comes to the model you want

Is the sleeping surface big enough for your child to fit in for more than a year?
Is there enough storage space for shopping and bags?
Is there a swivel slide so you can push the pushchair in both directions? It is useful, depending on the wind and/or sun, to be able to swivel the carrycot so as to change the direction in which the child looks.
Can the model selected be placed in the boot of your car?
Is the pushchair easy to fold?
Do you frequently take the train or plane? If so, the pushchair should be easy to fold and take up little space.
A fixed sleeping surface is very important, not only to properly support the child's back, but also for his freedom of movement.
Does the canopy provide adequate protection from the sun, rain, wind and cold.
Can I fit a footboard for an older brother or sister?
Do you want a sporty pushchair, that you can, for example, use from the outset for jogging?

A pushchair should comply with these safety aspects

Pay attention to whether the pushchair has good suspension. A good distance between the wheels is important to avoid tipping.
There should be an active parking brake, on at least two wheels. It should also be stable and easy to access.
The pushchair frame should be fitted with a safety catch, to prevent sudden folding.
The pushchair should have a TÜV (Technischer Überwachungsverein = Technical Inspection Association) or GS (Geprüfte Sicherheit = tested safety) mark. These independent certifications guarantee safety and quality.
If your child is already sitting, there should be a seat belt.

The differences between pushchair models

Combination pushchair

The combination pushchair accompanies your baby from birth, until the age when a child no longer wishes to be pushed. The pushchair usually contains a soft carrying basket or carrycot, in which/which the baby can lie safely and flat. You can remove the carrycot or basket as soon as your child is sitting securely, and replace it with the included sports pushchair seat with adjustable backrest. This will give your child a better chance to look outside, discover the world and be laid flat to sleep.

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Travel System

There's a huge choice of Travel System pushchairs. These pushchairs are convertible, thanks to various moving parts. From rigid shells, carry baskets, baby carriers to sports pushchair boxes, you'll find it all here. Travel System pushchairs are a pleasure to use on the move. You place the base in the boot and simply put the baby carrier on top to do your shopping, so there's no need to remove the baby from the car seat. Longer journeys are not advisable, as your baby cannot lie completely flat in the baby carrier. For longer journeys, it is certainly preferable to put your baby flat on his or her back in the carrier or carrycot.

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Twin pushchair

A twin pushchair is recommended if you have more than one child. Here, you can fit two children one behind the other or even next to each other. A carrying basket can often be placed in a seat. A twin pushchair will definitely ensure greater relaxation for everyone, if the older child is still too small for the footboard.

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Shopper

You can make the most of the shopper for running errands. Some models are actually a normal combination pushchair with a sports pushchair box. Others tend to resemble buggies due to their small wheels and size.

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Buggy

If you want more flexibility, a buggy is exactly what you need. Because it folds up compactly, it's particularly suitable for travelling by bus, train, plane or car. The small wheels could be seen as a disadvantage, in that they could make it rather uncomfortable to travel over uneven terrain, such as forest or cobbles. The buggy is therefore more suitable for short trips around town or as a second pushchair for holidays.

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Jogger

The jogger offers the best handling and, with its three mainly air-filled wheels, very good off-road capability. With the jogger, you can easily replace a walk with your child with a sports session, always in his company. The pushchair is usually a little longer than a combination pushchair, so it's a little more complicated to transport by car. To make the classic jogger more suitable for everyday use, many models have swivel front wheels. These make it easier for you to use in everyday life and can usually be fitted for more athletic use.

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Sports stroller

Some sports pushchairs have 3 wheels like joggers, others are almost as small and compact as a buggy. They're usually a little cheaper than a combination pushchair because they don't have a carrycot. You should only buy one if the child can already sit well in it on its own.

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The accessories you need

You'll notice over time that you still need a number of accessories to protect your child from the cold, heat, sun or wind. You'll find everything you need in our range.

Chancellor

There are lightweight summer footmuffs and warmer winter footmuffs for pushchairs. They have belt slots, so you can strap your baby into the footmuff. You need to be able to open a footmuff easily, so that you can react quickly to changes in temperature. It's also important that you can wash the footmuff.

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Stepstool

Big brothers and sisters are often too big to sit in the pushchair and too small to go for long walks. The older child can easily stand on the footboard and therefore just as easily take part in the walk.

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Other pushchair accessories

Accessories also include many other products, such as the rain cover, the sun or insect cover or the bottle holder: you can adapt your pushchair to your needs. These are just relatively common tools that will make your daily life easier, when you travel with your baby.

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