You should never put a rearward-facing baby seat in front of an active passenger airbag and make sure the child restraint doesn't rest against the door where side airbags are fitted, or against the airbag panel. You can turn off passenger airbags in some cars. Headrests

Unlike many of the pushchairs on our list, the City Tour 2 doesn’t come with a rain cover so you will need to buy that separately. There's also a Baby Jogger City Tour Double buggy if you need to ferry two kids around. Not only is it a sign that your baby is nearly here, but also that one of the gleaming sets of wheels that you’ve been admiring for the past few months will now be yours to push! Finding the best travel system for your baby can feel a little daunting. After all, there’s plenty to consider when making your choice – they need to be able to transport your little one safely; they need to be comfortable to manoeuvre, while remaining relatively portable; and they need to be compatible with carrycots, car seats, and toddler seats to accommodate your baby from birth well into their toddler years. With an array of models vying for your attention, there’s a lot to think about with, potentially, a significant cost. Pushchairs that come with a carrycot are more expensive than those without, but they do have distinct advantages. Once your baby has outgrown the carrycot, you can switch it out for the seat unit, which has adjustable calf support and a lie-flat design. We also love the extra details such as the extendable hood with UPF50 protection, zip-out airflow panel and pull-out sunshade.

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Key specs – Age range: Suitable from birth to 25kg; Wheels: Puncture-proof, ultra-smooth rolling PU tyres; Folded Dimensions: No wheels (cm) L70 x W54 x D28; Weight: 12.9kg

If you have a car, look for a pram that can be dismantled easily. Consider buying a pram harness at the same time, as you may need it to strap your baby securely into the pram. Carrycot on wheels I’ve got the Nuna Mixx and absolutely love it! It’s got lots of little features that make it stand out for me so I think that the cost is well worth it” - recommended by Mumsnet user, BopaEli Our verdictOn-the-go recline adjusts without reinstalling so you can easily keep your child reclined and relaxed even from the front seat. Look out for second-hand high chairs in charity shops and NCT nearly new sales if you're trying to keep costs down or to avoid buying lots of new plastic products. For more information on safe sleeping, see Reducing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). It doesn’t just look good though. It’s super functional too, with a world- and parent-facing seat that can be folded down in either position. While you can’t do it one handed like the Bugaboo Bee 6, it's light and compact for fitting into a car boot and you have the option to remove the wheels if you need more space.

Comfort and recline: If you want to ensure your child is comfortable, look for a pram that has padded seats. The angle of the recline is also important for ensuring your child can sit comfortably. Some seats have an infinite recline so you can choose the angle, while others may only have a few options. A seat with a leg rest or support will prevent children’s legs from dangling over the edge of the seat - some are adjustable so you can alter it as they grow. i-Size/R129 seats are based on a child's height (instead of weight). The new seats don't replace the weight-based seats at the moment, they just give you an alternative. Suitable from: Birth (with a newborn carrycot or car seat; otherwise six months) to 15kg | Weight: 7.45kg | Folded dimensions: 27 × 46.5 × 65.5cm | World-facing: Yes | Parent-facing: Yes (with newborn carrycot) | Car seat compatible: Yes (only with Maxi-Cosi car seats) | Wheels: Plastic | Carrycot included? No, but it is carrycot-compatible What we likeThe frame is light and compact, with an extendable handle and swivel wheels for easy navigation and for hopping on and off public transport. The fold can be done one-handed and is petite enough to store in a small car boot. First you'll need to establish what kind of pushchair will suit your needs. Are you looking for a travel system that you can attach a carrycot or baby car seat to? Or are you after a lightweight buggy or umbrella stroller for nipping around the city? A convertible double buggy may be better suited to you if you need to ferry two children around. Or maybe you're in need of a pushchair that can be fitted with a buggy board to accommodate an extra passenger?

Extended rear-facing car seats, that let you keep your child rear-facing until the age of four/18kg/105cm, are becoming more common, and crash tests show they're much safer. Prams give your baby a lot of space to sit and lie comfortably, but they take up a lot of space and are hard to use on public transport. Choosing the best pushchair for your growing family should be easy, right? But, as anyone who’s been there before will tell you, the world of pushchairs, prams and buggies can be a minefield. This is a carrycot and transporter (a set of wheels) that can be converted into a pushchair when your baby outgrows the carrycot.

All our travel systems are designed to the highest quality and tested to make sure they comply with the latest European Safety Standards. Our range of travel systems includes stylish and innovative brands such as Baby Elegance, Joie, CBX and Babylo. Finally, we put each one through its paces with the help of real parent testers, during which they test and determine several factors, including: ease of use, sturdiness, storage available, how the recline and brake performs, the quality of accessories, cleanliness, aesthetics and value for money. To make it more cost effective you could make sure the carrycot is suitable for overnight sleeping, thereby saving the money you would have spent on a Moses basket and travel cot. Get more advice on buying the right seat by reading our guide to 360 car seats that swivel. Toddler car seats and the benefits of extended rear-facing car seats Need more guidance? We have comprehensive buying guides that round up the best travel systems, the best lightweight strollers and the best double buggies to buy. All feature prams that have been tested and recommended by real parents.