All parents4 min read · Updated June 2026
Stroller Safety Basics Every Parent Should Know
Simple, high-impact safety habits: harnessing correctly, using the brake, not overloading the handlebar, and keeping within weight limits.
The habits that prevent most incidents
- Always use the 5-point harness, snug, on every outing — even short ones.
- Engage the parking brake whenever you stop, especially on any slope.
- Never hang heavy bags on the handlebar; it is the most common cause of tip-overs. Use the basket instead.
- Stay within the published maximum child weight and basket weight limits.
- Check that the frame is fully locked open before placing your child in the seat.