There are tons of different types of infant strollers and they vary in size and style (and price!) It’s important when shopping for infant strollers to not only consider size, style and price, but also safety.

When examining infant strollers make sure you look at the restraining belts. The infant strollers that have the “T” buckle restraining belts (ones that go between the infant’s legs as well as around their waist) are considered the safest.

Also keep brakes in mind when checking out infant strollers. Look for a stroller that has brakes that lock the back wheels with an engaging mechanism that is built right into the wheels. A system that relies on a gadget that applies pressure to the stroller tires is not as reliable.

You also want to check the stability of the infant strollers. Make sure the wheel base is wide and that the infant seat sits low in the stroller frame. You can test the stability of the infant strollers by pressing lightly on the stroller handles. If this causes the stroller to tip backwards, it’s not very stable.

When examining the seats of the infant strollers, make sure the leg openings are not too big. Your infant could slip through those holes if they are.

It’s important to take a few infant strollers for a test drive before choosing the one you want. Go up and down the isles of the infant stroller section of a infant store trying out a few models. The safest infant strollers have handle bars that are at your waist level or a little lower.