What is it?
A 3-in-1 combination includes:
- A chassisA set of wheels attached to a frame – which collapses to fold, and usually has a shopping tray or basket fitted
- A pram unitA separate carrycot with mattress which attaches to the chassis, plus a
hood and apron which may detach to go on to the pushchair. The carrycot can also be used off the chassis for your baby to sleep in. Some 3-in-1s are now sold with a fitting kit so that the carrycot can be attached to the back seat of the car, with the baby harnessed inside - A pushchair unit A separate reclining seat which can be locked onto the chassis
- either forward or rear facing
Is it for me?
- A 3-in-1 is suitable for a newborn baby (with the carrycot, or pushchair unit in full lie-back position) right up to a child of around 3 years
- The carrycot off the chassis is a useful additional place for the baby to sleep, particularly if you aren’t buying a Moses basket or crib
- You need space to store the parts you aren’t using
- Converting it from pram to pushchair can be tricky and isn’t something you would do every day
- It can be quite bulky and takes up a lot of room even when collapsed
