What You Should Know About Pushchairs

A pushchair is a baby or small child's seat that can be pushed around. They are typically designed for babies from 6 months and can come with a seat that faces away from or towards the parent.

All-terrain pushchairs have a three-wheel design which maximises stability over rough terrain. They often have PU tyres that have shock-absorbing properties and reduce the risk of puncture.

Five-point harness

A five-point harness keeps babies safe in pushchairs, it's similar to seat belts found in cars. They secure children in their seats, stopping them from slipping out of the stroller or leaving the stroller when you're not paying attention. Check that the harness can be adjusted correctly and is securely fixed.

A 5-point harness transfers crash forces to the torsos of a child's body, namely the shoulders and hips. The abdomen and other soft areas of the body can absorb the impact. This also prevents them from being to be thrown around in the event that there is a sudden turn or stop.

When you are using a child's harness, ensure that the straps are flat and smooth. Straps that are twisted can cause serious injury to a child as they focus crash forces on a smaller part of their body. There are two ways straps can get bent:

To prevent this, put your child in their chair and make sure that they're sitting straight and not leaning back or slouching. Next, put their arms through the harness straps like they're wearing the vest. Then, clip the shoulder straps together so they form a single attachment that buckles into the crotch buckle between their legs. Finally, press the chest clip and tighten it to secure the harness.