Why buy a parent-facing pushchair?

Choosing the right pushchair for your little one can be a bit tricky. There are so many options out there, from lightweight buggies perfect for city trips to sturdy and spacious pushchairs ready for any adventure. One big decision you'll face is whether you want a pushchair where your baby faces you or faces the world. Find out in this article why parent-facing pushchairs are such a great choice for young babies.  

The power of eye contact 

Your little one’s loving gaze is absolutely captivating – and when your baby is very small there’s nothing he likes better than looking at you and at your eyes. It is important to keep this lovely eye contact with each other when you’re out and about. From birth until about 9 months old, being able to make eye-contact with you is key to your little one’s well-being.

Bonding on the go

In a parent-facing pushchair, your newborn can see you and hear your voice, which he will find comforting and reassuring. Your baby will love it when you bend over to talk to him and kiss him while you’re out. And having a parent-facing pushchair means you’ll be able to see the delight on your baby’s little face when giving him attention. 

Peace of mind on every stroll

You will also enjoy peace of mind while strolling, as you’ll know your newborn is doing fine, not too hot or too cold, and that he is protected from anything too over-stimulating in the outside world. Your little one will feel safe and secure while discovering the world at his own pace.   

Boosting baby's cognitive skills

Studies have shown that parents are twice as likely to talk to their children when they're facing them in the pushchair, which could have a positive impact on their language development. The more adults talk to babies, the better they learn to talk, listen, and pay attention. 

Moving to a front-facing pushchair 

It can be different for every child, but as your baby reaches 9 months old, he tends to become more curious about the world around him and will probably want to watch it go by. You might want to make the move from a parent-facing pushchair to a front-facing one gradually. You could try changing the position of the pushchair seat for an hour or so at a time – that’s easy with most reversible pushchairs.  

Try it when you go for a walk in the park, and if the little explorer needs reassurance, you can stand next to him when you show the flowers. Then you can slowly build up to having the seat forward-facing for a longer time.  

Read more about the right time to switch from parent-facing to street-facing here.