Carriage Strollers  - Aimed at infants because they feature a completely reclined bed.
- Not really suitable for children more than 6 months old and are somewhat pricey without long term usefulness.
- Usually full-featured with plenty of safety elements, a full canopy, and lots of padding.
- Make sure all surfaces are easily cleaned.
- Romantic and reminiscent of English prams.
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Tandem Strollers - Come in several types: side-by-side, in-line, and face-to-face.
- The only way to push two children single-handed.
- They are not as easy to maneuver as single models.
- Can be quite heavy, making them less portable.
- Side-by-side models fold up easily, are often less expensive, and don't offer as many features, like an umbrella stroller.
- Face-to-face and in-line models are most often full-featured strollers.
- To learn more about tandem stroller options, go to the buying guide.
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Jogging Strollers - Good for the active parent who likes to go jogging or running (stroller manufacturers do not recommend inline skating).
- Very likely not your only stroller, so storage space is an issue.
- Not all are meant for all-terrain use, be sure to check the specifications.
- Serious joggers need 20" wheels minimum to ensure a safe and smooth ride for the child.
- Specifically for children more than 6 months old.
- Use caution with the less stable three-wheel setups when going over curbs.
- To find out more about jogging strollers, go to the buying guide.
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All Terrain Strollers - Can be either three or four -wheel style.
- Heavy-duty suspension system, over-sized, air-filled tires, and a sporty look.
- Appeal to off-roaders and to parents who want to look cool in the city and on the trails.
- Heavy, awkward, and don't fold up well. Bad for errands.
- Requires a lot of storage space.
- Swiveling front wheels are better for everyday use.
- If you want an all-terrain stroller that doubles as a jogger, make sure to check that the stroller is meant for dual-use.
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Mobile Car Seats - Eliminates the need for a stroller and a car seat.
- Ideal for traveling short distances.
- Not ideal for long walks.
- May be harder to install that regular car seats.
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