7 Useful Tips For Making The Most Out Of Your Fold Up Pushchair

Choosing a Fold Up Pushchair

Fold-up pushchairs make it simple to get on and off public transport, or fit into the back of cars. They also tend to be extremely compact and lightweight, making them ideal for travel by plane.

This UPPAbaby is one of the smallest folds that we've ever seen. However, it has some limitations, such as a small canopy, and there's no storage.

Ease of folding

When choosing a fold up pushchair, you must think about where and how you'll use it. When you are travelling with your baby on a plane then a compact and light buggy is an ideal option. It will fit in the overhead luggage compartments and is small enough to be carried over the shoulder. You should look for a buggy that can fold using one hand while holding your child. It must have a handle that is adjustable in height so that caregivers and parents of different heights are able to use it comfortably. If you're planning on walking with your baby it is essential for maneuvering over uneven terrain. Other features worth a look include a deep recline to ensure relaxing naps while on the move and an extendable canopy that offers sun protection.

It is essential to test pushchairs before purchasing to make sure that they can be folded with one hand while holding your child. The UPPAbaby G-Luxe was rated highly by our test participants, due to its clever mechanism which concertinas into a package that is smaller than an umbrella. It has a pocket that can keep phones and keys, and a seat recliner that can be adjusted with just a single click.

A few of the smallest fold-up pushchairs can be used as early as the time of birth. They offer an easy-to-leap seat or a carrycot. This is perfect for infants who prefer to sleep during the daytime. If you're planning to use your travel system from the start using a one-click attachment method for a car seat for infants is an essential feature.

The tiniest of the bunch that's the Cybex Libelle, is an excellent choice for families with a tendency to travel and folds smaller than the YOYO2 (only 4cm thinner), and weighs less than 6kg, making it extremely easy to carry. It is also simple to use using a single hand fold and the seat can recline to allow for naps for toddlers. This model is a great choice for hikers since it comes with a huge front swivel tire which can handle any terrain.

One-Handed Folding

When you're going for an afternoon stroll in the park, or cruising around town on public transport or jetting off to foreign shores with a baby it's important to have a pushchair that folds effortlessly. It's not ideal to fold a complicated travel system and manage a child as well as all of their necessities, including keys, shopping bags and other things. This is the reason why pushchairs and strollers that can be folded one hand are the most preferred choice for parents.

One-handed fold pushchairs can collapse by pressing one or more buttons. Some models require more effort, or even two hands, but the ease of the process makes them still a breeze to carry and store away. They are also light and easy to transport or store in tight space.

One of the best examples is the G-Luxe model from UPPAbaby. It is one of the most simple one-handed folds we've seen in our round-up. It has an easy and smooth operation that involves just pulling on the lever on the bottom of the chassis. It is also able to stand on its own, making it perfect to store in the corner of a cafe or foyer.

Another model with simple, one-handed folding is the Bugaboo Bee. It's one of the original compact-fold pushchairs and despite being bigger than others it has a simple, easy to fold. It also comes with a variety of great features, including a deep reclining seat and an expanded UPF50+ canopy to ensure your child is protected on sunny days.

Some of these pushchairs are specifically designed for toddlers and older children. However there are other options to use right from birth. These pushchairs come with a seat that can be completely or partially lied-flat and some include an infant car seat. MFM's Gemma has travelled with her son in a Babyzen YOYO - one of the first strollers of its kind. It is still a favorite. It's not as compact than some other buggys, but is still easy to maneuver. It fits in the cabin baggage allowance of many airlines.

Lightweight

A pushchair that folds is often extremely compact and light. This is especially true for umbrella-fold pushchairs, which usually weigh less than 20 pounds. They are ideal for short walks on flat surfaces and pavements, and for easy transport between your car and homes of other people. They're also a great option when you don't wish to buy an all-terrain pushchair and are comfortable with using your parent facing pushchair on flat surfaces.

If you're looking to use a compact folding pushchair when you're walking on sand or muddy surfaces, you should consider an air-filled tyre. They're a bit heavier than normal tyres, but they'll provide more grip and traction. The extra weight adds to the overall pushchair size however it's crucial to keep that in mind.

A majority of pushchairs that are lightweight are designed for older babies and toddlers who are able to sit up on their own, however a growing number are suitable from birth. Models like the Mamas & Papas Airo have an area that can be laid flat and can be used in conjunction with an infant car seat or a carrycot (sold separately). Some compact-fold strollers are able to be converted into double buggys using the stroller board. This is a great option for Grandma and Grandad.

A lot of the top lightweight pushchairs are easy to use. Some pushchairs can be opened and closed by pressing one button. Others feature more intricate mechanisms, but they take up little space. Some come with a strap for your wrist that lets you hold of the pushchair while it's folded, and this can make a big difference to how easy it is to move around.

While some lightweight pushchairs are very stripped down however, the 3D Lite from Contours is a fantastic illustration of how a small stroller can be packed full of features. There's also a decently-sized basket, plenty of padding, adjustable handlebars (for parents who are tall or short) and a massive canopy that protects. It's also very lightweight and comes with a convenient bag.

Compact

One of the primary things you will need to consider when selecting a pushchair is the size of the pushchair when folded. Some models have a tiny fold while others are more spacious dependent on their overall dimensions and the features they come with.

The compactness of a pushchair can be a factor to consider if you intend to travel with it. There are models that fold down to the smallest size, and even into a pouch, which means they can be easily tucked in the trunk of a car, or taken on an airplane as baggage for cabin use. If you are planning to travel frequently or live in a city that don't have a stroller every day This is the ideal solution for you.

The most effective pushchairs to consider are those that have easy, hassle-free folding process that can be done with just one hand. The Babyzen YOYO was the first of its kind and has since been copied but stands out thanks to its clever details and superior performance.

The Babyzen YOYO is ideal for travel because it has a fold that is incredibly tiny and is only slightly bigger than most hand luggage allowances. It can be used at the gate between taking off and catching it on the way back.

The Mamas and Papas Airo is a compact pushchair which offers more space. This has a great seat that reclines completely and has plenty of padding to keep your child comfortable. It can be used as early as birth with the addition a newborn cocoon pack or carrycot (not included).

The Ergobaby Metro+ can also be used as a lightweight stroller for use in the everyday. It is compact in fold that can be placed upright when not in use. It's not as user-friendly as other models, and it's able to make a lot more noise when you adjust its canopy. This can wake your baby.