Most upper end strollers come with blankets that can attach to seat with snaps. These blankets make your baby's stroller like a bunting on wheels. Rain hoods are also detachable and can be used to protect your baby from harsh sunlight and winds.

Here's another twist your decision about a baby stroller. Your friend has an almost brand new stroller that you can have for free. She agrees to have it cleaned and ready for you. Is a used baby stroller a safe choice for your baby? It can be a very good choice for you and your baby, however there are some things you really need to look over before you place your precious one in it.

The frame - there should be no dents, cracks, or gaps in frame. All bolts and screws must be in place. Anything less could cause an accident and seriously hurt your baby. Are there sharp spots on frame? Are there any screws loose or sticking out that could cut your baby? Is handle bar joined properly to frame?

The wheels - are they solid or do you need to look for leaks in air pressure in them? Are wheels worn? Do they need replacing? Do wheels turn, as they should? Are axels straight? Does brake operate properly; that is, do they hold when applied?

The seat - does seat hold its position whether straight or in reclining position? A seat that does not hold position well could seriously injure your baby. Is lining clean or does it fit frame properly.

There are all kinds of options styles and types of strollers. There are multiple seat strollers for twins, or more children. There are a variety of seating arrangements side by side seating, tandem seating with one seat behind other, and stadium seating (tandem seating with rear seat raised above front) allowing second child to be able to see more than back of a head. There are jogging strollers (one wheel out in front and two rear wheels). The jogging strollers also come with multiple seating.

Used or new enjoy your outings with your baby or children.

The position of mattress is imperative for your child's safety. Most parents put mattress at highest position when baby first comes home because it is so much easier to change him in that position. As your baby becomes more active you will want to lower mattress accordingly. Once your baby is able to pull up to a standing position put mattress in lowest possible position and to be sure your baby is safe, measure distance between top of side bar and mattress. In lowest position distance of top of side bar should be no more than 26 inches above mattress. If your child's head is over side bar or they climb out of crib, it maybe time to move your child to a regular bed. Some cribs are convertible into beds tat will grow with your child.

The crib itself should be looked over for things that might put your baby at risk. Have you seen those cribs that have ornate designs carved into end boards? They are beautiful but they pose a danger to your child. Your child could get his head or arm and leg caught and sustain an injury. The simpler design of crib safer your child may be.

Since approximately 1974 federal safety guidelines for cribs state that slats should be no more than 2 3/8 inches apart. This is to prevent your baby from getting his head stuck between slats. This could cause injury to your baby but it would necessitate removal of some of slats and that alone would compromise your baby's safety.