Stroller Buying Guide
All of us here at Teachers’ School Supply know that when it comes to finding the right stroller for the babies you’re caring for, it has to be built to last. A “home” stroller just won’t hold up to the heavy, frequent use at a day care center. A stroller is one of the most convenient and frequently used items you will ever need. So it’s essential that you find a stroller that will satisfy both you and your babies’ needs. All our commercial-grade strollers are designed to carry 2, 3, 4 or even 6 babies – comfortably and safely. Shopping for a stroller needn’t be difficult with the experts at Teachers’ School Supply to help you. Click here to see all our stroller options.
If you still have questions, read on, email us at info@teacherssupply.com or call us toll free at 800 477 7745.
Important Considerations
You will most likely use your stroller on a daily basis. Because of this, it will be important to find a stroller that best suits your space limitations, budget, and desired features and benefits. It’s also essential to remember that as you take on more children, your stroller needs will change. For this reason, we carry a wide range of strollers, to carry multiple children.
Budgetary Considerations
As with anything, you get what you pay for. It’s tempting to go online and buy a cheap stroller, but the inferior materials used will fail in a commercial setting and your “bargain’ will turn into an expensive lesson. Why not consider “investing” in a stroller that will last for years? Buying a stroller with a cheap aluminum frame may cost you much less, but the frame will bend in time. Since safety is paramount, you want a stroller that will last. Investing in a high quality, commercial stroller is the wise choice.
Space Considerations
Today, where maneuverability, size, and ease of use are an essential part of everyday life, many strollers can adjust to fit in smaller spaces by being folded. Many Teachers’ School Supply strollers fold for easy storage.
Features and Benefits
Strollers have many features and benfits, from reclining seats to rotating canopies with adjustable windows. Select features and benefits that work best for your center and the number and ages of children you care for. .
How to Choose the Right Stroller
There are so many strollers available, but what really distinguishes each model is the type of stroller.
Tandem Strollers
Graco’s Duoglider LX is Graco Duoglider LX, features one hand fold, 2 position reclining front seat, 2 position flat reclining 2nd seat, front swivel wheels, removable canopies.
Side by Side Strollers
Graco’s 6551 Model Side by Side Duorider Stroller, offers 3 point seat belts, front swivel, large canopy, EZ latch folding
Quad Strollers
Save time and money by purchasing our Foundations Quad Stroller. Our Quad™ strollers feature side-by-side design to facilitate child interaction and, at 33" wide in the open position, will fit through standard doorways. The stroller features comfortable seating with independent recline positions, individual, easy-to-use harnesses for safety, and canopies to block sun or foul weather. Caregiver will appreciate the easy to clean heavy duty fabric, as well as the extra large storage baskets. All strollers fold easily and compactly for storage when not in use. Constructed of heavy duty tubing for years of reliable use. The SafeBrake™ system engages when the caregiver releases the handle eliminating risk of a runaway stroller, and an additional foot activated brake secures the stroller when parked.
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Turtle Kiddy Bus
Danish quality and craftsmanship is evident in the Four- and Six-Passenger Turtle Bus -- with room for either four or six children aged 0-4 years. Children can get in and out of the Kiddy Bus through the side doors, just like a real bus. At 30” wide the Turtle Kiddy Bus easily fits through most doorways, checkouts and elevators.
A stroller is not just a way for you to get your child around, it can also bring out your personality and compliment the way you plan and run your daily routine. As a result, you want to make sure that you choose the perfect stroller for you and your child. A few simple steps will help you determine your functionality and design needs:
Step 1: Choose Your Stroller's Age Requirements
Step 2: Choose Your Stroller's Weight Capacity
Step 3: Choose Your Stroller's Material and Durability
Step 1: Choose Your Stroller's Age Requirements
With so many strollers to choose from, you will definitely need to review some helpful guidelines to make your choice of stroller easier. Factors that come into play when deciding which stroller is right for you and your little ones are: the age(s) of your children, the length of time in which you plan to use the stroller, and the amount of children you are planning to have use the stroller.
Newborns
Newborns cannot sit up, so they need a stroller that allows them to lie on their backs for the first few months. Good options to look at for a newborn are either a back reclining stroller or any type of stroller that accommodates an infant child seat. Avoid traditional strollers at all costs, since most do not recline. Other traditional strollers do recline but incorporate large leg openings at the base of the seat which can be a risk for strangulation for your infant. Leg openings should always be covered when transporting a newborn in a traditional stroller.
Toddlers
When it comes to toddlers, choosing a stroller is a lot easier. Safety is still a concern but it is not at the same level as it would be with a newborn. Toddlers have the ability to sit up and can now use balance to their advantage. Transporting two or more children requires that you consider a multi-seat stroller.
Step 2: Choose Stroller's Weight Capacity
Weight capacity really needs to be a consideration when you are choosing the right stroller for you and your children. Don’t buy a stroller made for carrying under a 20 pound child for your 40 pound three year old. Styles and models can look deceiving so it is always good to check weight capacity for all strollers you are interested in. Questions to ask yourself when looking into weight are: What body types are your children and how will that change in the near future? You can browse through strollers based on your children’s weight category through 0-45 lbs., 50-70 lbs., and 70 lbs. or more. This will help you to pinpoint which stroller will work best for you!
Newborns
Most newborn strollers are made strictly for six months and under which is usually 25 pounds or less. Some strollers that have higher weight requirements are also compatible with infant car seats so you may use the stroller for the longevity of your child’s youth. It is good to look at all options when choosing a stroller. You should not overlook any detail; after all, this is the way you will get your new bundle of joy around.
Toddlers
The weight can be a tricky subject when buying a stroller for a toddler. Since toddlers are always growing, you may want to look at strollers with larger weight capacity. Travel systems are a great choice for any parent who wants a stroller that can accommodate all ages. Most travel systems also come equipped with a detachable car seat. After all, you do not want to be buying a new stroller after two months because your son or daughter has had a growth spurt. When picking out the right stroller you must always have the future in the back of your mind to make an adequate decision.
Step 3: Choose Your Stroller's Material and Durability
Choosing a stroller based only on types and brands may seem like a good solution. However, durability should not be overlooked as it is always an excellent consideration when choosing a stroller for you and your precious cargo. When looking into stroller material and durability, you must take into account the area that you live in, your lifestyle and also what the daily use of the stroller will be when looking into stroller material and durability. If you live in the country you may want an all-terrain stroller to deal with non-paved roads and grassy fields. It also is important to know that each type of stroller listed comes in different materials to help deal with the daily grind of your life.
Frame
Strollers can be made of plastic, aluminum, steel or a combination of materials. Teachers’ School Supply Strollers are made of steel or aluminum to last longer. The lightweight plastic stroller for the home costs less and is easy to move around, but keep in mind they may not last long.
Wheels and Brakes
All Teachers’ School Supply strollers have brakes that lock the wheels in place, a wheel base that is wide for stability, and wheels that swivel for easy maneuverability.
Storage area
If you're going on a long outing, you will want storage area for all the stuff that you will be toting around. All our strollers come with a variety of storage accessories. All have a large store-away compartment.
Browse All Our Strollers.
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A great variety of strollers is available to you so that you can weight your options and hopefully find a stroller that is customized to your liking. Please feel free to browse through and choose from well-known name brands such as Graco, Foundations and Turtle Kiddy Bus.
Foundations® Commercial Strollers
Foundations strollers are designed for the ultimate in safety, ease of use, durability, and value. Every stroller features comfortable seating with independent recline positions, individual easy-to-use harnesses for safety, and canopies to block sun or foul weather. Caregiver will appreciate the easy to clean heavy duty fabric, as well as the extra large storage baskets. All strollers fold easily and compactly for storage when not in use. Constructed of heavy duty tubing for years of reliable use.
Braking Systems
All Foundations® strollers feature our innovative braking systems. The SafeBrake™ system engages when the caregiver releases the handle eliminating risk of a runaway stroller, and an additional foot activated brake secures the stroller when parked.
Quad™ Strollers
Our Foundations Quad™ strollers feature side-by-side and tandem design to facilitate child interaction and, at 33'' wide in the open position, will fit through standard doorways.
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