Glossary: Umbrella Stroller

An Umbrella stroller is defined as any stroller with two separate handles that compacts horizontally like an umbrella. Umbrella strollers are generally lightweight with plastic wheels. They make a great car stroller - easy to transport and easy to fold, however they don't make great snow or all terrain strollers.

Some umbrella strollers are newborn friendly, some go from 3 months and up and some take a carseat.

The umbrella stroller is the most popular option for travelers.

Great brands in this category are: Maclaren Quest, UppaBaby GLuxe, Peg Perego Si and the Britax Blink

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Glossary: Hybrid Strollers

Hybrid stroller -

This category of strollers was created by the Bugaboo Frog but now encompasses a large range of brands such as the Bugaboo Cameleon, Uppababy Vista, Stokke Xplory, Baby Jogger City Select and many others.

Usually characterized by small swiveling wheels at the front, and large rubber or foam wheels at the back

Normally has a bassinet for the under 4 month babies and a reversible pivoting seat for the toddlers.

This is a great urban style for those who want some winter performance but also wants the baby to face them while using a stroller

Weights will vary and so will pricing but it is guaranteed everyone can find something for themselves in this category!

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