You can already picture it: getting your little one ready, settling them into their stroller, and heading out to explore the world together.
A stroller is an important part of your family’s everyday journeys. It can carry your baby through neighborhood walks, grocery runs, family outings, and new adventures near and far. With so many styles and features to consider, choosing the right one can feel like a big decision.
At Maxi-Cosi, we design every product to help families move through the day with confidence, comfort, and ease. Our strollers are thoughtfully designed to bring together premium comfort, intuitive functionality, and modern style, so you and your little one can enjoy every step of the journey.
This guide walks you through popular stroller types, age and size considerations, and the thoughtful features parents appreciate most.
What Are the Different Types of Strollers?
The first step is deciding which type of stroller best fits your family’s lifestyle.
Will you be navigating busy city sidewalks or strolling through the neighborhood? Do you need something for everyday errands, family travel, or adventures with more than one child?
Here are four popular stroller types to consider:
What Is a Modular Stroller?
A modular stroller allows you to change the direction of the stroller seat. Your little one can ride parent-facing when you want to stay connected or world-facing when they’re ready to take in the view.
What Is a Travel System?
A travel system includes a compatible infant car seat, car seat base, and stroller. It makes it easier to transition your baby from the car to the stroller—and back again—without removing them from their infant car seat.
What Is a Compact Stroller?
A compact stroller provides many of the conveniences of a standard stroller while folding into a smaller size. These strollers are often lightweight, easy to store, and convenient for travel.
What Is a Double Stroller?
A double stroller gives two children a comfortable place to ride. It can be a practical choice for growing families, whether you’re strolling with siblings or caring for two little ones close in age.
A Travel System That Adapts as Your Family Grows
The Oxford Modular Travel System is thoughtfully designed to move with your family through every stage. With 5 modes of use—including a built-in reversible CosiCarriage®, which allows your child a lie-flat place to stretch out while they stroll, parent-facing infant car seat caddy, and reversible stroller—you can easily adapt each outing as your little one grows. The included Ambra Infant Car Seat makes seamless transitions from car to stroller simple from day one.
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What Age Can a Baby Use a Stroller?
Before choosing a stroller, consider when you plan to begin using it.
If you want to explore with your baby during the infant stage, you’ll need a stroller setup designed to provide the right support while they are still developing. This may include:
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A modular stroller with a carriage mode that allows your baby to lie completely flat.
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A travel system that can be used with a compatible infant car seat.
Your little one should be able to sit upright independently before riding upright in a standard stroller seat. Always follow the age, weight, and developmental guidelines provided with your stroller.
Made to Move from Newborn Days to Toddler Adventures
The Zelia™ Pro 5-in-1 Modular Travel System includes a Mico™ Pro Infant Car Seat and offers multiple configurations, including a parent-facing car seat caddy, reversible baby carriage, and reversible toddler stroller. It’s an adaptable choice for families who want one coordinated system for different stages.
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Choosing a stroller that supports your baby’s current stage as well as the stages ahead can help every outing feel more comfortable and reassuring.
Which Stroller Features Help Keep Your Child Comfortable?
From quick errands to leisurely neighborhood walks, your little one may spend plenty of time in their stroller. Thoughtful comfort features can help make every outing more enjoyable.
Look for features such as:
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A generously sized canopy that provides coverage from the sun.
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Soft, comfortable fabrics.
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Plush seat padding.
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Padded harness straps and buckle covers.
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Multiple seating or recline positions.
Comfort for Changing Days
The Tayla™ Max Modular Stroller combines four recline positions with soft, plush fabrics and a reversible seat cushion. One side features breathable mesh for warmer days, while the other offers a cozy knit for cooler outings.
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A comfortable stroller gives your child a cozy place to relax, look around, or simply enjoy the ride.
How Much Stroller Storage Do You Need?
Going anywhere with a baby often means bringing plenty of essentials.
Diapers, bottles, pacifiers, favorite toys, extra clothing, and cleanup necessities can quickly add up. A spacious storage basket helps keep those everyday items close at hand when you need them.
Consider how easily you can reach the basket while your child is seated, as well as whether it has enough room for the everyday essentials you typically bring along. Convenient storage can make everything from a quick trip to the store to a full family outing feel a little more manageable.
Room for More Than the Essentials
The Tayla™ Max Modular Stroller features an extra-large, easy-access storage basket that holds up to 25 pounds, giving you space for everyday necessities, favorite toys, snacks, and a few helpful extras.
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Which Stroller Features Make Life Easier for Parents?
Your child’s comfort and security come first, but the stroller should feel comfortable and intuitive for you, too.
Parent-friendly features to consider include:
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Convenient cupholders for drinks.
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An adjustable handlebar for comfortable strolling.
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Easy-to-use brakes.
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A simple folding mechanism.
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Smooth, easy maneuverability.
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Accessible storage for everyday essentials.
The right details can help you spend less time managing your stroller and more time enjoying the journey together.
How Do You Choose a Stroller Style?
Once you’ve considered the practical details, you can enjoy the fun part: choosing a stroller that fits your personal style.
You might prefer something timeless, an on-trend shade, or a color your toddler already loves. Families who expect plenty of spills, crumbs, and everyday adventures may also appreciate darker fabrics that help make small messes less noticeable.
With a variety of colors, fabrics, and finishes available, your stroller can feel like a natural extension of your family’s style.
Ready to Find the Right Stroller?
The right stroller is the one that equally fits both your child, your routine, and the way your family moves through the world.
Consider where you’ll use it, how easily it fits into your everyday life, and which comfort and convenience features matter most to you. With a little planning, you can find a stroller that helps make everyday outings and all the special adventures in between feel simpler
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Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing a Stroller
What type of stroller is best for my family?
The best stroller depends on your child’s age, your daily routine, and where you plan to use it. A modular stroller offers flexible parent- and world-facing seating, while a travel system includes a compatible infant car seat for easier car-to-stroller transitions. Compact strollers are helpful for travel and small spaces, and double strollers accommodate two children.
Can a newborn ride in a stroller?
A newborn can ride in a stroller when it is used with a compatible infant car seat or a lie-flat carriage designed for newborn use. For example, the Oxford Modular Travel System includes an Ambra Infant Car Seat and a built-in reversible CosiCarriage® that provides a flat space for baby. Always follow the stroller’s age, weight, and developmental guidelines.
What is the difference between a modular stroller and a travel system?
A modular stroller lets you adjust the seat into different configurations, such as parent-facing or world-facing. A travel system combines a stroller with a compatible infant car seat and base, allowing you to move your baby from the vehicle to the stroller more easily. Some products, such as the Oxford Modular Travel System, provide both modular flexibility and an included infant car seat.
What stroller features should parents look for?
Helpful stroller features include multiple recline positions, a generously sized canopy, soft fabrics, smooth maneuverability, easy-to-use brakes, an adjustable handlebar, and accessible storage. Parents may also appreciate a simple fold and reversible seating. The right combination of features should support your child’s comfort while making everyday outings easier for you.
Is a travel system worth it for a newborn?
A travel system can be a convenient choice for families who want to use their stroller from the newborn stage. Because it includes a compatible infant car seat, it can simplify transitions between car rides, errands, and walks. A system with multiple modes of use may also provide added flexibility as your baby grows and your family’s routine changes.
