Parent's Guide to Stroller Safety

Before you start using your new stroller or travel system, it is important to understand all there is to know about it. Before you ever even place your baby in the stroller, be sure to retrieve the manufacturer’s owner’s manual or user’s manual and read it over. Keeping your baby safe is a priority, and with a little planning, you can be certain your child will be safe in his or her new stroller.

One thing to remember is that you should never leave your child unattended in a stroller. Never underestimate your child’s ability to escape child safety harnesses and straps. Strollers have been known to roll away even when parents thought wheel safety locks were secure, and some strollers have even been toppled when a parent was not looking. Always remember to keep an eye on your child at all times.

Before placing your child in his or her stroller, be certain that the stroller is fully unfolded and that all safety gears and legs have been fully extended and locked. This will prevent the stroller from buckling and folding from the weight of your baby when you place him or her in the stroller. Place all wheel locks in the locked position before placing your child in the stroller, this will prevent the stroller from backing away from you when you are placing your child inside.