Best Airport Strollers for Your Baby

May 11
10:51

2015

Jason Kassel, PhD

Jason Kassel, PhD

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When you travel with your baby you are presented with your own unique set of challenges. You’ve probably prepared a long checklist of everything you need to have so that baby is all set for the trip. Just getting your baby from the car onto the plane can be a big effort; that’s if you don’t have the right stroller to handle the job. Choosing the right type of stroller can be easy if you know what to look for when you make your decision.

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Airline regulations

 

Recently airlines have started to enforce a more strict policy on the size and weight on all checked luggage. Strollers are check in just like any other piece of luggage. You won’t need to register in advance to check in your stroller however there are some guidelines that the airlines hopes that anyone traveling with a stroller will follow.

 

  • If your stroller can be dismantled,Best Airport Strollers for Your Baby Articles do so and pack each piece in plastic bags.

 

  • Your stroller can count as your child’s luggage if he is over the age of two.

 

  • Other recommendations include checking your stroller at the gate rather than the ticket counter so you have your stroller to use while you walk to your gate.

 

Lightweight

 

Having a lightweight stroller affords you the ability to easily transport your stroller to and from the car and the airport. You want to look for a stroller that is lightweight but can handle the weight of everything your stroller has to carry including your child. You want your stroller to carry your diaper bag as well as other small items for the baby without tipping over so your arms are free to push the stroller. If you want your stroller with you while you are on the plane you will need to look for a stroller that is under 14 pounds. Most airlines won’t let your carry on weigh more than that.

 

Portable and Convenient

 

A stroller should be compact yet sturdy. You won’t have time to fiddle with a lot of intricate set up if you have a cranky child to deal with after a flight.

 

Safety

 

Most parents agree a stroller with a 5-point harness, locks on the wheels, and suspension will make sure that your child stays safe while they are in their stroller.

 

Extra features

 

Having a travel stroller that has some extra features can come in handy while you are on your trip. Whether you want a stroller with a car seat adapter, cup holder, toy clip, or that reclines, these are extra features that make traveling with a stroller more enjoyable.

 

Best Airplane Strollers

 

  • BabyZen YOYO that weighs less than 13 pounds so it can even be considered your carryon luggage. It also has a sleek design that can be used from birth. You simply change fabric packs for older children.

 

  • Nano by Mountain Buggy also weighs less than 13 pounds. It has an easy two-step fold buttons, and it has its own custom fit travel bag.

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