Stroller
wheeled baby transport
A stroller, also known as a pushchair or buggy (British English), is a wheeled device used for transporting infants and young children. Strollers can have a variety of features such as cup holders, a storage basket, or the ability to carry multiple children.
Contemporary strollers replace the function of historical prams and may be used as an alternative to a baby sling. Some people make a distinction between strollers used for transporting infants, referring to these devices as a pram or a baby carriage. Strollers used for older children that are capable of sitting may be referred to as a buggy or pushchair.
History
The earliest known stroller was developed in 1733 by English architect William Kent. Originally clam-shaped and made with wood, wicker and brass, Kent intended for the stroller to be driven by a small animal, such as a goat. In 1889, William Richardson designed the first reversible baby stroller, allowing the parent to face themselves towards or away from the baby while still pushing forward.
The popularization of curb cuts in the 1970s was originally intended to improve accessibility for people with disabilities, but this feature also helped parents using strollers. Collapsible strollers were invented by Owen Finlay Maclaren and his company was producing six thousand annually by 1976.
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