Two in one: A pushchair/pram from birth to toddler.
The body of the pram can usually be reversed on the chassis to
face towards the parent at newborn, and away when at toddler
stage. The seat unit (the body of the pram) will recline to flat
(to simulate a carrycot) and then move up into various sitting
positions.
Three in one:
As a Two in one , with
the addition of a carrycot. This extra body will connect to the
same frame. This is a bed unit, which lies totally flat making
it cosy and comfortable for the baby. Recommended by most mid
wives, for a baby of up to an average age of 8 months, Many carry
cot units do not have a 5-point harness inside. Always check
the carrycot comes with mattress, If not this must be purchased
separately.
Four in One: As Three in One plus the Carry
Tot car seat that will also connect to pushchair/pram chassis.
This is a small sized car seat suitable for babies from birth
to about 8 months. The car seat has a carrying handle so the
baby can be moved from car to pushchair chassis as required.
We advise this is as a useful carrying method in the short term,
but for longer periods the young baby will not be lying flat
and can become uncomfortable.
Travel Systems Pushchair and car seat This
is usually a pushchair with adaptors or attachments so that a
car seat can be fitted on the top. With some chassis the body
of the pram is taken off so only the car seat is placed on. The
advantage in attaching the car seat to the frame is that it faces
towards the person pushing (unlike on some other travel systems)
and its high position on the frame gives the baby more room to
move (therefore a moses basket is not required).
Cots and Cot Beds From about 6 months a cot or cot bed can be used. Eventually
the toddler can go into a small single bed or junior bed. As
with cot beds these convert into a very small bed, possibly lasting
the child up to 4/5 years.
Cupboards and Changing Units Individual
preferences are obviously important. Changing units can be improvised
by finding a safe, flat surface possibly on top of another unit,
although the baby must never be left unattended in such a position.
Pushchairs / Pram Much thought must
be given to find the correct pushchair to suit your lifestyle.
Take plenty of advice before you buy. Consider whether you are
you looking for a pushchair that will fold neatly, is light weight,
easy to handle when travelling in car, bus or train, and will
store well at home.
Nappies (If not using disposable)
Birth to potty packs or starter kits is a more economical way
of buying.
Bouncy Chairs/ Rocking Chairs Something
or the baby to go in when in the house.
Bottles and sterilizers If not breast-feeding.
Activity mats, Play Gyms, Mobiles etc Bright
visual toys in primary colours are most popular
Front Carriers For those people with
an active life style.
