Stroller, sulky and soft parts - we go through everything on four wheels.

Choosing a stroller is a jungle of models, advice, horror stories and expensive invoices. Yepstr gives you the ultimate guide to buying a stroller.

Expensive does not mean best

There are many different models of strollers, and what suits your family best, only you know. Here are general tips and tricks regarding your future stroller purchase.Strollers often have a reclining part and a sitting part. The reclining part is optimal for children up to 6-8 months. Make sure that it is completely flat so that the child's back can really relax, that the bed is soft and comfortable, and that it maintains a good temperature. Village to the seat when your child can sit up by himself. There are seat parts that can be folded down to a flat reclining position, which can be comfortable for a sleepy child.Then there are several different models to choose from. With a duo model, you can switch between the sitting and reclining part. A station wagon has only a seat, but can be supplemented by loading a soft or hard lift. The slightly neater variant sulky is smaller and simpler than other carriages. Easy to take with you in town, when traveling and packing in the car. However, the wheels can be small, which makes it difficult to drive in snow and slush.The second-hand market for prams is large, and you can certainly find your pram much cheaper there. It is also a good reason to take care of your stroller. If you clean and keep the cart fresh, you can certainly resell it later.[caption id="attachment_1160" align="alignnone" width="1100"]

The second-hand market for prams is large. Here in parent groups what people have for experiences of the model you are interested in.[/caption]

Things to keep in mind when choosing a stroller

Always check if the pram you are interested in is marked with EN1888. This means that it lives up to European standards. If it lacks that label, there is reason to be skeptical. There are several things you can look at when you are squeezing strollers.You often want your babysitter to cover absolutely all the needs you may have for a long time to come. It should work in the city, be easy to fold, as good as a thousand but at the same time clear of terrain. Obviously, it is difficult to meet all these needs, and you will instead be half satisfied with your purchase. Anna Lavfors is a pram expert and runs the site ombarnvagnar.com, where you can read more tips and reviews. She advises that you think rather short-term, and adapt your purchase to the needs of your family in the next 18 months.

Model of pram

Both the recliner and the seat must be inspected, but the seat will be used the longest. Make sure it is spacious, comfortable, has sun protection and can be turned. Also look below that there is room for a lot of storage in the shopping cart. Even though you make your purchase online, it is good to get to a store anyway. Feel, squeeze, test drive and ask questions to the helpful staff.When looking at a stroller that can be folded to a flat position, it is good if there is a head stop so that the child does not slide down between the backrest and the convertible top. Also make sure that the handle is stable, so it does not come off under load.The stroller should be easy to handle and fold, but not too easy. You do not want the stroller to fold by itself when you are out for a morning walk. Take a look at how to lock and unlock all safety devices, so nothing comes off by mistake. The brake must also be safe. Choose a trolley where two wheels are locked at the same time.

Size

Found a stroller that fits? Lovely. But before you make the purchase, take the measuring tape with you and measure the spaces where the trolley must enter. Measure your elevator, and the trunk of your car. It should work to fold up and take the cart in the car and at the same time make room for other packing or food bags if required.Is anyone in the family tall? Examine the height of the stroller handle. Ultimate is if the handle is adjustable, so it does not hurt the back or shoulders when you walk with the stroller. It is equally important to look at the distance between the handle and the chassis so you do not go and kick your nice carriage.[caption id="attachment_1161" align="alignnone" width="1650"]

Smart with a soft part that can be lifted out of the reclining part and taken up stairs without a lift.[/caption]

Lifestyle

Your family's lifestyle is also important to take into account when purchasing a pram. If you are an active family that spends a lot of time in nature, forest and terrain, it is wise to focus on the suspension. Make sure the wheels are large, and that they are air-filled or made of foam.If you live in the city, you may prefer an easy-to-maneuver, neat carriage. It must be able to turn narrowly and be easy to take with you on public transport. If you live in a house without a lift, you want a reclining part where there is room for a light soft part that you can lift out and carry up the stairs.Otherwise, the pram should fit your budget, but as previously mentioned, there is an incredible second-hand market for prams today. Get help from parenting forums. There is probably someone who has used the model you are interested in. What are their experiences of the pram, maybe they are aware of a certain part that usually breaks down? Then check if there are spare parts, and what they cost. Finally, it is good to pay attention to the delivery time of the trolley, so it does not stand but when you need it most.If you want more tips about children and prams, have a look here.

Rear or forward-facing stroller?

Many seat parts can be easily turned depending on what suits the child best. But is there any direction that is better than the other? This is something the Scottish psychology professor Suzanne Zeedyk studied. She believes that how we transport the children affects both language development and a sense of security. It is early experiences that affect the child's development enormously. Zeedyk says that as a parent you generally talk more with your child if it is facing you, something that of course helps the child's language development. In addition, the child feels safer when he can see the parent.When children get a little older, they get more will, and may have an opinion about which direction they want to sit. If your child is sitting facing forward in the pram, Zeedyk recommends continuing to talk about what you are passing by and seeing. In this way, the language continues to develop, and the environment becomes less frightening.[caption id="attachment_1159" align="alignnone" width="1100"]

A sulky is practical in public transport and when traveling.[/caption]

Sibling car or not?

Another child on the way? Then the question is whether it is worth acquiring a sibling car or not. But is it worth the money? Not quite here, there is a right answer. But there are some things to consider that might help you in your choice.How old is the older child? If it is for 3 years, there is reason to get a carriage where both can fit. If the child is over 3, he or she probably has a lot more running in the legs and may not be sitting in the pram much luck.However, if the older child sleeps during the day, it is practical to have a sibling where both can rest. That way, you are not locked into the home to the same extent. Here, access to a car also plays a major role. If you carry a car, the older child may not need a pram. Despite running in the legs, three-year-olds do not have the strength to go that far. How to get there on foot or in public transport, it can be nice with a sibling carriage.Otherwise, the standing board is a good alternative, and now there are even boards with a small stool where tired three-year-old legs can rest on. The standing board can, however, be impractical in winter, as it is more difficult to get around for small children and for the standing board.We are once again striking a blow for the purchase of a pram second hand. Then you can buy a sibling pram and see if it is even used. If not, you can resell it for about the same price.

When you hire a babysitter via Yepstr

Have you finally come to the point of hiring a babysitter via Yepstr. So nice! Go through with the babysitter how your stroller works. How it folds, how the brake works, how to fasten the child and so on.Here you can read more about what to consider when hiring a babysitter. Hope this will be the beginning of a long and pleasant collaboration between your family and your babysitter. If you need to hire a babysitter, read more here.