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Hamilton One: Can the carrycot be used without the seat during the first months? And which travel/urban buggy would you recommend for a small baby?

Maggie • 14 Jun 2023

Can the carrycot be used without the seat during the first months? Would you recommend the X1 plus, Leclerc MP or [babyzen-yoyo-2-2|Yoyo2]]? Looking for a light traveller + city buggy. Thanks!!

Eli • 14 Jun 2023

Hey, Maggie,

As far as I know, it cannot be used without the seat - the seat can't be removed as a whole, and even if you tore down the fabric somehow, there would still be parts that would be awkward. It is a travel, occasional use stroller, and as such, the design is limited that (and other) way(s).

From your choices, personally, I would probably go for the Leclerc which feels like the better value for money, especially for such a small baby. That being said, I think there are better buggies for newborns in this size, especially the Ergobaby Metro+ or the Joolz Aer+.

Your -very berry- Eli.

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