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Strollers and Carriages

The basic choices include:

Carriage-type useable from infancy through the toddler years. Some of these accommodate infants by latching the matching infant car seat/carrier onto the stroller.
Umbrella strollers for babies who can sit upright.
Jogging strollers for infants as young as 1 month old.

Make sure that strollers and carriages have:

a wide base to prevent tipping
a seat belt and crotch strap securely attached to the frame.
an easy-to-use seat belt buckle.
brakes that securely lock the wheels.
a shopping basket that is low on the back and directly over or in front of rear wheels for stability.
leg-hole openings that close when used in a carriage position.

From Our Kids Austin, September 2003.