“We initially bought a single stroller from a different brand, not expecting baby number two so soon after number one so we needed something that we could use with both kids. I was torn between this and another comparable stroller but happy we went with Mockingbird! It was affordable and had all of the features we could want and need. We were able to clip our daughter’s Nuna Pipa in and have our young toddler comfortably in his own seat and it was still easy to maneuver.
The Doona transforms from an infant car seat into a stroller with the click of a button. When it’s time to get in the car, the stroller legs and wheels pull up and fold under the car seat. For some parents, this ultimate convenience feature is a really big deal. The Doona is ideal for parents who travel or fly with baby frequently, who are in and out of the car often (think a suburban parent of multiple kids who’s doing daily preschool dropoff, sports practices, etc.
Last but not least, the teething toy - a trusty companion for when those tiny teeth start coming in.
“My recommendation for first-time parents is to navigate if they want to start with a single stroller or stroller that will grow,” says Markaradi.
“Just because one stroller worked for a family member or your bestie doesn’t mean it will be the perfect stroller for you,” stresses Hunter Jones. Think through your lifestyle and your daily needs to help you narrow down the right stroller.
I count myself among one of this popular stroller’s biggest fans; it’s the stroller I used multiple times a day for years as a mom in New York City.
“This travel system has been so great, and is holding up well oito months in. The car seat is really easy to adjust as baby has grown, and is so easy to install. And I love that the 35-pound weight limit means we’ll be able to have her rear-facing for longer. The stroller is the thing that I use the most, and it is one of the best pieces of baby gear we have. It’s super maneuverable and very easy to push one-handed.
Tummy time is essential to your baby's development, especially for a great head shape. With plagiocephaly (misshapen heads) on the rise, your little one should have ample time to explore the world with supervision while on their tummy.
A travel stroller is a good investment if you plan on flying or traveling frequently with your family, but it’s also something to consider if you need a lightweight, easy-to-fold stroller to keep in your car or to use when you don’t want to deal with a larger stroller.
The Aspecto is all about options to accommodate growing families. From birth, you can use the stroller + SnugSeat or opt to add on a bassinet. (You can purchase the stroller and the bassinet separately, or together in the V3 Stroller + Bassinet Bundle.) The bassinet works for both strolling and overnight sleep, and includes a foam-free air mesh mattress and plenty of ventilation in the bassinet’s base and side panels.
Seeing your little one in their crib or nursery provides additional monitoring some parents desire. While not a necessity, we get the appeal of spying on your baby and all the cute things they do.
Keeping bottles on hand is an excellent way for others to help bottle feed your baby with one of the best baby bottles, for times at daycare, and more.
The Doona isn’t for everybody, though, as there are a few downsides. Most babies will outgrow it right around the one-year mark—at which point you’ll need to purchase a new stroller. There’s pelo storage basket, and the cribs seat sits quite low to the ground with pelo adjustable handlebar, making it tough to push if you’re a taller parent (raises hand).
The Corso sits squarely in the middle and has a lot to offer, making it my top pick and my favorite out of all of Chicco’s travel system offerings thanks to its quality and functionality.