What Is the Lightest Parent Facing Pushchair Around?

Parent-facing pushchairs or strollers provide children with more "face time" and interaction with their parents. A British study concluded that these types of strollers assist in the social development of a child. Most pushchairs are large and bulky, but some reliable lightweight strollers are on the market.

  1. Peg Perego 2011 Pliko Switch Stroller

    • The Peg Perego 2011 Pliko Switch Stroller is the lightest pushchair model on the market. At just more than 17 lbs., it allows the Primo Viaggio SIP 30-30 car seat (sold separately) to be snapped into place either facing the parent or facing forward. A feature of the this stroller is that it folds down in an umbrella form for simple use. The Switch Stroller begins at $400. (All prices are as of January 2011.)

    Bugaboo Bee Complete Stroller

    • The popular, 25 lb. Bugaboo Bee Complete Stroller carries on the Bugaboo tradition. It offers an aluminum frame and four-wheel independent suspension for a smooth ride. At $600, the Bee is not inexpensive, but it can be quickly and easily open and closed with just one hand. A sun canopy can be purchased for an additional $50. Bugaboo also offers a lifetime satisfaction warranty with the Bugaboo Bee.

    Peg Perego Venezia MT Stroller

    • The Peg Perego Venezia MT Stroller design by Pliko offers a pushchair weighing 18 lbs. and is the only pushchair that reclines to a fully flat horizontal position. Designed to work with the Primo Viaggio car seat, this $300 model also includes an adjustable handle for tall parents, an extra wide seat for toddlers up to 4 years of age and one of the largest stowing baskets available. This stroller also offers quad swivel wheels for ease of maneuverability.

    Dreamer Design Park Avenue Stroller

    • At 24 lbs., the Dreamer Design Park Avenue Stroller can carry an infant or toddler. Its three-wheeled, all-terrain design offers a swivel wheel lockout, a height-adjustable handle and simple, one-step folding. The 12-inch wheels are air-filled for a smooth ride and ease of maneuvering while jogging. At an offering price of just more than $300, this stroller is in the luxury lightweight stroller category. A bassinet option is available. The model also carries a five-year warranty.

    Britax Vigour Stroller

    • The Britax Vigour Stroller offers a lot of the same great qualities as the other strollers but at a price of just more than $200. A full-size aluminum stroller, it is slightly heavier than the others at 28 lbs. but offers four-wheel stability along with air-filled tires and an all-wheel suspension to keep the ride smooth.

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