Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 13 hours ago
Choosing a stroller can be overwhelming, and stroller regret is real. In this Babylist class, Senior Gear Editor Jen LaBracio breaks down what actually matters when shopping for the best strollers for your lifestyle, including ride quality, size, weight, fold, storage, newborn readiness, travel use, and everyday convenience.
In this video, Jen explains the differences between a full-size stroller, a lightweight travel stroller, and a hybrid car seat stroller. She shares Babylist’s standout picks: the UPPAbaby Cruz V3, Joolz Aer2, and Doona, along with practical advice on which type of stroller may work best for city living, frequent travel, daily walks, smooth pavement, rougher terrain, or growing families.
You’ll also get answers to common questions about newborn stroller use, modular seats, travel strollers, airplane compatibility, car seat adapters, bassinet options, safe travel with babies, and whether the Doona is really worth it.
Whether you’re building your baby registry, shopping for your first stroller, or trying to decide between a full-size stroller and a lightweight option, this guide will help you choose the right stroller for your family.
Chapters
00:00 Why stroller lifestyle fit matters
00:37 There is no perfect stroller
00:52 Why many families end up with two strollers
01:18 UPPAbaby Cruz review
01:29 Ride quality and suspension
01:49 Newborn-ready stroller features
02:30 Durability and thoughtful design details
03:16 Full-size stroller downsides
03:39 Can the Cruz seat face both ways?
03:43 Car seat compatibility and attachments
04:06 Can you take the Cruz on an airplane?
04:35 Joolz Aer review
04:52 One-handed fold and lightweight design
05:15 Why this travel stroller stands out
05:38 Is the Joolz Aer newborn ready?
05:57 Can a travel stroller work as your primary stroller?
06:41 Travel stroller tradeoffs
07:28 How do you put a newborn in the Joolz Aer?
07:44 Does the Joolz Aer face both ways?
08:09 Do you need the Doona?
08:14 Doona review
08:42 Who the Doona is best for
09:06 What to know before buying the Doona
09:49 Doona weight and ride quality
10:42 Who should consider the Doona
11:06 Doona base and safety features
11:41 Is the stroller part removable?
11:44 Flying with a stroller and car seat
12:08 How serious is time in a car seat for newborns?
12:57 When do babies outgrow the Doona?
13:25 Do stroller harnesses need rethreading?
Shop Babylist’s Best Strollers guide:
babylist.com/hello-baby/best-strollers
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Choosing a stroller can be overwhelming, and stroller regret is real. In this Babylist class, Senior Gear Editor Jen LaBracio breaks down what actually matters when shopping for the best strollers for your lifestyle, including ride quality, size, weight, fold, storage, newborn readiness, travel use, and everyday convenience.
In this video, Jen explains the differences between a full-size stroller, a lightweight travel stroller, and a hybrid car seat stroller. She shares Babylist’s standout picks: the UPPAbaby Cruz V3, Joolz Aer2, and Doona, along with practical advice on which type of stroller may work best for city living, frequent travel, daily walks, smooth pavement, rougher terrain, or growing families.
You’ll also get answers to common questions about newborn stroller use, modular seats, travel strollers, airplane compatibility, car seat adapters, bassinet options, safe travel with babies, and whether the Doona is really worth it.
Whether you’re building your baby registry, shopping for your first stroller, or trying to decide between a full-size stroller and a lightweight option, this guide will help you choose the right stroller for your family.
Chapters
00:00 Why stroller lifestyle fit matters
00:37 There is no perfect stroller
00:52 Why many families end up with two strollers
01:18 UPPAbaby Cruz review
01:29 Ride quality and suspension
01:49 Newborn-ready stroller features
02:30 Durability and thoughtful design details
03:16 Full-size stroller downsides
03:39 Can the Cruz seat face both ways?
03:43 Car seat compatibility and attachments
04:06 Can you take the Cruz on an airplane?
04:35 Joolz Aer review
04:52 One-handed fold and lightweight design
05:15 Why this travel stroller stands out
05:38 Is the Joolz Aer newborn ready?
05:57 Can a travel stroller work as your primary stroller?
06:41 Travel stroller tradeoffs
07:28 How do you put a newborn in the Joolz Aer?
07:44 Does the Joolz Aer face both ways?
08:09 Do you need the Doona?
08:14 Doona review
08:42 Who the Doona is best for
09:06 What to know before buying the Doona
09:49 Doona weight and ride quality
10:42 Who should consider the Doona
11:06 Doona base and safety features
11:41 Is the stroller part removable?
11:44 Flying with a stroller and car seat
12:08 How serious is time in a car seat for newborns?
12:57 When do babies outgrow the Doona?
13:25 Do stroller harnesses need rethreading?
Shop Babylist’s Best Strollers guide:
babylist.com/hello-baby/best-strollers
—
Create your baby registry and get our free Hello Baby Box: bit.ly/babylist-registry
Discover more stroller reviews and comparisons: babylist.com/hello-baby/gear
Subscribe: youtube.com/c/Babylist-Videos?sub_confirmation=1
—
Babies are too tiny to use social media, but we aren't!
Instagram: instagram.com/babylist
TikTok: tiktok.com/@babylist
Facebook: facebook.com/babylist
Twitter: twitter.com/babylist
Pinterest: pinterest.com/babylist
**This information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. We do not accept any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, from any information or advice contained here.
