which pushchairs to buy

In the market for baby wheels? With hundreds to choose from it may seem overwhelming at first, but that’s where we come in. We'll help you choose the perfect pushchair for you, your baby, your lifestyle and your budget. And get it right first time. Try before you buy: go for a spin on our in-store test tracks. Shop with your partner: so you’re both comfy with handle height and legroom (and you both know how it works!) Read customer reviews: good honest advice from customers who’ve been there and bought it a beginner's guide to prams, pushchairs & buggies pram, pushchair & buggy features your questions about prams, pushchairs & buggies Do you travel by car? Travel systems make life easier and quicker with a car seat that simply attaches to your pushchair frame. Plus you can transport your sleepy baby from car to chassis without waking. Travel systems tend to vary in size, so check the folded dimensions will fit in your boot (if you’re in-store allow us!)

Some pushchairs come with large wheels too. If you’re tall, choose a model with adjustable handles. For navigating city streets a lightweight model with swivel wheels is best.
eames chair sale originalOn rougher ground your baby will thank you for an all-terrain model with suspension. And if you’re an all-weather walker choose a warm pushchair with a footmuff included. Will your pushchair fit? Remember to check how big your hallway is and how wide your doorway is. If you need to squeeze your pushchair into a lift or small car boot do check the dimensions. Do you have steps? Don’t forget that you’ll have baby in one arm, bag over your shoulder (keys in your mouth…) so lightweight and collapsible are key considerations. Short on storage space? If space is at a premium a compact pushchair that’s freestanding when folded will be a lot less cumbersome than a larger pushchair.

If space isn’t an issue a travel system or pram is ideal so you don’t have to disturb a sleeping baby when returning home or fold the pushchair. Which accessories are included? Check whether the car seat, raincover, Cosytoes, carrycot, adapters and sunshade are included or whether you can buy separately to customise your wheels. Is your family growing? If you’re thinking baby-making thoughts it’s worth investing in a sturdy model that will go the distance. Also consider a pushchair with the option to add a double kit so your children can ride in tandem. Do you really love it? Read the online reviews, watch the product videos, take it for a spin, check (and double check) you can fold it… you’ll be spending a lot of time with your pushchair so it has to be absolutely right. * on orders over £49.99 to UK mainland your pram, pushchair & buggy options The definition of ‘pushchair’ is a loose one but if you think of it as the buggy’s big brother you’re on the right track.

A classic pushchair is a great all-rounder: sturdy, comfy, great around town and generally suitable from birth to 15kg. Most have a lie-back seat unit, some have a reclining bucket seat. Smaller homes, travel and using on public transport One flexible package with everything you need to travel by car. Travel systems usually include a pushchair and car seat (some models include a carrycot too). Perfect for drivers, just clip the car seat on to the chassis and away you go with little one still sleeping soundly. Travel systems offer excellent value for money as the car seat is included. An all-round performer, sturdy and comfortable Undeniably good looking, lightweight and easy to manoeuvre, there are two types of three wheel pushchair: all terrain air tyres for off-roading or power-pramming city-friendly models with moulded tyres for everyday use If you have a car choose a model with car seat adaptors and quick release wheels for maximum compactness (and easy cleaning!)

Styleseekers & keeping fit with baby Twins, doubles & triples Double, twin and triple pushchairs all have side by side seats so tiny travellers can keep each other company. Usually suitable from birth to 15kg, these don’t typically have the option of car seat or carrycot. An ideal choice if you’re short on storage or boot space. People with more than one young child, even at different ages. Tandem pushchairs have seats which sit one in front of the other. Tandems have less width than doubles so they’re arguably easier to manoeuvre and fit through doors. Typically they have one newborn seat at the back and one suitable from six months at the front. Many have carrycot and car seat options for travel system flexibility. A traditional pram and chassis system, some models have a separate carrycot, some convert to a pushchair. Baby lies flat for the first six months smiling up at mum and dad and when in pushchair mode can face the big wide world. A great option from birth to three years.

Spacious homes and country walks. your pram, pushchair & buggy accessories moreNappies, wipes, water… all those on-the-move essentials need a smart carrying solution. Choose from coordinating changing bags complete with PVC change mat to pannier bags. moreMake sure your car seat is safely and securely fitted to your chassis with the right connector, adaptor and mounting kits. moreA cold baby is an unhappy baby so wrap up warm with a Cosytoes or padded footmuff. Many unzip for easy in-out and give you the option of a comfy pushchair liner. moreSuitable from birth to approximately six months a carrycot turns your pushchair chassis into a newborn pushchair. Most have a coordinating hood and apron. moreLittle legs get tired so let your older child hitch a lift on a buggy board. Suitable for children aged 2-5 years weighing up to 20kg, the board simply attaches to the chassis. Not all boards fit all models so check the spec or ask in-store. Pram & pushchair toys

moreActivity arches, buggy books, clip on furry friends and pram spirals… there’s a host of playtime accessories to keep little one entertained on the move. moreCheck if a raincover is included in your package. If it isn’t there’s a choice of universal options to fit, some have SPF sunscreen protection, some have a storage case too. moreSome pushchairs have a small sun visor but full sun protection is a must for little travellers. Choose from adjustable arm parasols or mesh sunshades that fit over the full length of your pushchair. moreCup holders, bag hooks, head support cushions, bumper bars, baby weights to counterbalance the weight of shopping bags… there’s a whole host of clever additions to make your baby travel system work harder for you. moreNow this is a good idea. A sturdy travel bag to protect your pushchair from scratches and marks when transporting or storing. moreFrom wipe clean padded inserts to temperature-regulating lambskins, these snuggly liners stay firmly in place making sure little one travels in optimum comfort.