At all times, parents have looked for a way to take the baby that is comfortable for them on the move. Since tying them with a piece of cloth to the bags, they have transported the babies in different ways.
Today, most parents take them in modern carts that have evolved to make them increasingly practical.
But, Where does the idea of baby carriages come from?
The idea of the baby carriage comes from the architect William Kent, who was in charge of designing the gardens of England, well known for his work.
In 1733 the Duke of Devonshire asked Kent if he could build a means of transport that would entertain his children. Kent forced to build this device, made a basket with wheels where children could sit on it. It was decorated and was pulled by a pony or a goat. The idea quickly liked other members of the royal family who had similar objects. These models were characterized by being very tall and insecure and were intended exclusively for the parents of high society.
The cars of that time were very different from the current ones. They were made of wood or wicker and the harnesses were very expensive brass. They were luxurious and became heavily ornate works of art. The models also had names of princesses and dukes like: Balmoral and Windsor.
At that time the baby carriages were always pushed by animals, but in 1848 a revolutionary design appeared. The American Charles Burton decided to put handlebars on them so that parents could push them. This idea was not accepted in America, so Burton moved to England and there characters such as Queen Isabella, and the Pasha of Egypt, used these models.
In June 1889, a new car design appeared on the public scene. William Richardson patented his idea of the first reversible stroller. The crib was designed so that the baby was facing or facing away from the parents. He also made structural changes to the car. The axles before did not allow the wheels to move separately. Richardson's design allowed increased maneuverability of cars.
While the 20s began, World War I ended. Modern baby cars were now available for all families. They were also safer, with new features such as larger wheels, brakes, wider for older children, and more robust. Before 1950, these cars were mandatory for all families.
In 1965, Owen Maclaren, an aeronautical engineer, heard his wife complain about traveling from England to America with such a heavy pram. Maclaren knew she needed something lighter. Using his knowledge about airplanes he built an aluminum frame and created the first umbrella stroller. This allowed the carts to be easier to use and could be carried everywhere.
Before the year 80, another measure was incorporated by Phil Baechler who, with two bicycle wheels, devised the tilting system for the baby.
Since the 80s the stroller industry has developed vertiginously. New features, safer construction, and more accessories have opened a new world to parents and babies.
