What makes the best newborn strollers
Newborn strollers aren't just regular strollers for small babies. They need specific features that support proper development during those crucial early months. Lie-flat positions for healthy spine development, smooth suspension that won't jar a sleeping baby, and bassinet compatibility for those long afternoon naps.
The best newborn strollers also consider new parents. Easy one-hand folding when you're holding the baby, smooth steering that doesn't require wrestling, and storage space for all the stuff you suddenly need to carry everywhere.
Top newborn stroller options for American families
Joolz Hub with Bassinet: Perfect newborn stroller for city life and daily use. The bassinet creates a cozy, protected space for your newborn while the smooth suspension handles everything from apartment building elevators to sidewalk cracks. Switches to regular seat mode when your baby is ready to sit up and see the world.
Joolz Aer with Carrycot: Our lightweight stroller for newborns that travels everywhere your family goes. The carrycot provides that essential lie-flat position while keeping the whole system compact enough for car trunks, airplane overhead bins, and tight storage spaces. When your baby outgrows the carrycot, it becomes your go-to travel stroller.
Why newborn stroller safety matters
During those first months, your baby's spine and neck are still developing. Newborn strollers need to provide proper support without putting pressure on developing bones and muscles. Both our models offer certified lie-flat positions that pediatricians recommend for healthy development.
We also build in features that matter for real-world safety. Secure harness systems, reliable brakes, and sturdy construction that handles curbs, potholes, and all the obstacles you'll encounter during daily life with a newborn.
When your newborn becomes a toddler
Babies don't stay tiny forever, and the right newborn stroller grows with them. Both the Joolz Hub and Joolz Aer transition seamlessly from newborn setup to toddler stroller. Remove the bassinet or carrycot when your child can sit up independently, and you've got a regular stroller that handles everything from playground visits to grocery store trips.
This adaptability means you're not buying multiple strollers as your child grows. Your newborn stroller investment pays off for years, adapting to different stages without losing the quality and performance that made it right for those early months. Whether your toddler wants to face you for comfort or face forward to see the world, these strollers adjust to match their development.
Key features that make newborn strollers work
The best newborn strollers handle real parent life. Smooth suspension keeps sleeping babies comfortable during walks. One-hand folding works when you're juggling the baby and everything else. Big storage baskets hold the surprising amount of stuff you need for even short trips.
Weather protection matters when you're still learning your new routine. Good sun canopies with UPF protection and proper ventilation keep your newborn comfortable during errands or those longer walks that help keep you sane.
Built for the journey ahead
Every newborn stroller includes our 10-year warranty that transfers to new owners. When your baby outgrows it, another family can start their journey with full warranty protection. We use quality materials that handle years of daily use because we know this stroller will see everything from first walks to toddler adventures.
Our commitment to sustainability means your newborn stroller represents values you're building for your child's future. Responsible materials, thoughtful design, and construction built to last.
Common newborn stroller questions
Can you put a newborn in a stroller? Yes, but only with proper support. Newborns need lie-flat positions until they can hold their heads up consistently, usually around 6 months. Both the Joolz Hub and Aer work for newborns when used with their bassinet or carrycot attachments.
What is the 2 hour rule for a stroller? Pediatricians recommend limiting time in any seated position to 2 hours for newborns under 4 months. This includes car seats and stroller seats. Bassinet and carrycot modes don't have this restriction since babies lie flat.
Do newborns need a bassinet stroller? While not required, bassinet strollers provide the healthiest position for newborn development. The lie-flat position supports proper spine and breathing development during those crucial early months.
Can I use a travel stroller for a newborn? Most travel strollers aren't suitable for newborns unless they accept a bassinet or carrycot. The Joolz Aer works for newborns when paired with the carrycot attachment, giving you both newborn safety and travel convenience.
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Choose the newborn stroller that supports healthy development, handles real life, and grows with your family.
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