How to choose the right buggy or pushchair
Forward or rear facing? Swivel wheels? Travel-system compatible? We talk you through all the options you need to consider when buying a pushchair
Posted: 2 January 2013
by Deborah Osborne-Walker
Do you need a one-handed or fast-fold?
A one-handed fold is just that - you shouldn't need to use two hands. A fast-fold does what it says on the tin – lets you fold the buggy fast! A buggy with a fast-fold mechanism often has a button release and then quickly folds flat.
Pros
- Easy to fold while still holding your baby or your toddler's hand
- Folds quickly, so ideal for those using public transport or often getting in and out of car
- Often folds to a very compact size to fit your car boot or on a busy bus
Cons
- There is usually a knack
- The fabric of the buggy is always taut at first, so is harder to easily fold
- Not all buggies marketed as having a “one-handed fold” can be folded with a single hand. Make sure you try it!
So what do you think?
