Strollers & Carriers
Stroller and carrier guides built from CPSC standards, recalls and AAP guidance.
Explainers
How to choose a safe stroller (2026)
Short answer: any new stroller sold in the US must meet the federal carriages-and-strollers standard (16 CFR part 1227), so focus on fit and use: a five-point harness you use every ride, a brake that locks two wheels, a wide base, and hinges that lock open away from fingers. Don’t hang bags on the handle; it can tip backward (AAP). If you click an infant car seat into a stroller, make sure the adapter is the right one and fully latched; one adapter was recalled in June 2026.
GuideBaby carrier and sling safety: soft carriers, slings and frame backpacks (2026)
Short answer: carriers are safe when your baby’s face stays visible, their chin stays off their chest and nothing covers their nose and mouth. CPSC warns slings pose a suffocation risk, especially under 4 months, and the AAP says preterm babies or babies with breathing problems shouldn’t go in upright carriers. Check on your baby often, bend at the knees, and re-position after nursing.