Baby Travel System Checklist: 12 Essentials Every New Parent Needs (And One Bundle That Includes Them All)

The Overwhelm of First-Time Baby Shopping

Let’s be honest — baby shopping can feel like prepping for a moon landing 🚀. One minute you’re Googling “what even is a travel system?” and the next you’ve got 18 tabs open, your coffee’s cold ☕, and you’re seriously questioning the structural integrity of your hallway cupboard 🧳.

If you're feeling buried under a pile of product reviews, Facebook mum group threads, and suspiciously perfect Instagram reels 📱, you’re not alone. Most new parents don’t want to buy more than they need — but also don’t want to end up on a rainy Tuesday walk 🌧️ wishing they’d bought the footmuff.

That’s where a proper baby travel system checklist comes in. ✅

It cuts through the noise. It tells you what you’ll actually use. It stops you from buying three types of prams and crying in the returns queue at Argos 😭.

Think of this guide as the parenting mate who’s been there, done that, and knows how to fold a pushchair with one hand while holding a banana-stained toddler in the other. 🍌

We’ve built this baby travel system checklist to save your time ⏳, your sanity 🧠, and your bank balance 💷. Whether you’re a research-obsessed spreadsheet parent 📊 or a “just tell me what to buy” kind of vibe 🛒, this is for you.

By the end, you’ll know exactly what essentials to look for — from Isofix car seat bases to underrated must-haves like cup holders (trust us) ☕. No faff. No fluff. Just the 12 things you need in a proper baby travel system checklist , and one ridiculously handy bundle that covers the lot.

Because when your pram folds with one hand and holds all your gear? That’s a win. 🏆

Let’s break it down. This is your baby travel system checklist — the stuff you’ll actually use, not the fluff brands throw in to bulk out the box. These 12 items make up the real, everyday gear that turns chaos into “we’ve got this.”

Whether you're doing the nursery run, walking the dog, or speed-shopping during nap windows, these essentials cover you from car to café.

1. Safe & Comfy Pushchair (Newborn-Ready)

Your baby travel system checklist starts with the big one: the pushchair. It should be suitable from birth, lie flat, and feel smooth even over bumpy ground. Bonus points if it doesn’t rattle like a trolley at ASDA.

✅ The Raffi MKII offers a lie-flat seat, all-terrain wheels, and suspension that glides like a dream.

2. One-Hand Fold for On-the-Go Ease

You’ll soon learn this: babies are heavy, bags multiply, and free hands are a luxury. A one-hand fold isn’t just nice to have — it’s essential.

✅ The Raffi folds in one swift, drama-free motion. Yes, really. 👏

3. Car Seat with Newborn Insert

Your newborn’s head support matters — and a proper car seat insert keeps them snug, safe, and supported from day one.

✅ This bundle includes a Group 0+ seat with cosy insert, ready for road trips and Tesco runs.

4. Isofix Base for Quick & Safe Install

No seatbelt origami. No guessing if it’s “clicked in.” Isofix saves time and stress — and yes, it’s safer too.

✅ The included Isofix base means you’re ready to go from day one, no extra kit needed.

5. Lie-Flat Carrycot for Daytime Naps

Newborns sleep a lot. Like, a lot. And unless you fancy dragging the Moses basket out with you, a lie-flat carrycot is essential for safe snoozing on the go.

It’s also the pram-style bit that looks extra cute when you're strutting down the high street.

✅ The Raffi MKII bundle includes a lie-flat carrycot with mattress, cover, and proper ventilation — perfect for naps in motion.

6. Footmuff for Cold Weather Comfort

Your baby travel system checklist needs to cover all seasons — and let’s be honest, the British weather rarely cooperates.

A fleece-lined footmuff keeps your little one warm without bundling them up like a marshmallow. Because there’s nothing fun about trying to remove six layers in a Costa queue.

✅ The included footmuff is cosy, colour-matched, and fits the pushchair perfectly. No fiddling. No sliding.

7. Raincover for UK Weather Protection

You might think you won’t need it. You will. Trust us. A good raincover is one of those things you never appreciate… until you're caught in a sideways sleet shower.

And if you're using a travel system without one? That’s a soaking and a screaming baby all in one soggy afternoon.

✅ This bundle includes raincovers for both the carrycot and pushchair — because UK weather doesn’t do half-measures.

8. Changing Bag for Everyday Essentials

Nappies, wipes, spare outfits, snacks, bottles, your will to live — your changing bag carries it all.

Rather than buying one separately (or ending up with one that clashes horrendously), the best baby travel system checklist bundles include one that matches and clips onto your pushchair.

✅ The Raffi MKII bundle includes a stylish, unisex changing bag with compartments that actually make sense.

9. Cup Holder for Bottles or Coffee

Sounds small, but it’s a game-changer. Whether it’s your flat white ☕ or baby’s bottle 🍼, having somewhere to safely stash it means fewer spills — and fewer meltdowns (yours or theirs).

And when you’ve had three hours of sleep, that first sip of coffee needs to be within reach.

✅ This bundle includes a universal cup holder that clips on securely — no awkward add-ons or dodgy attachments.

10. Storage Basket for Shopping & Gear

Ever tried holding a nappy bag, your phone, a toy giraffe, and a butternut squash all at once? You’ll want a storage basket. A big one.

It’s a staple on any baby travel system checklist — but too many brands skimp on this.

✅ The Raffi MKII has a generous, easy-access basket that doesn’t scream when you put something heavier than a muslin in it.

11. Adjustable Handlebar for Shared Use

You and your partner are probably different heights. And even if you’re not, granny might be doing some pushing too.

An adjustable handlebar means everyone stays comfortable — and no one ends up hunched over like they’ve done a marathon.

✅ The Raffi MKII has a smooth, one-click handlebar adjustment to suit pushers tall, small, or somewhere in between.

12. Stylish, Durable Design That Lasts

You're going to use this thing every single day — it’s not just about function, it’s about style too.

A good travel system should survive muddy parks, rainy commutes, and holiday travel — and still look good doing it.

✅ The finish on the Raffi MKII bundle is sleek, unisex, and built to take on everything parent life throws at it (including actual throws). 

So now you’ve got your baby travel system checklist . You know what you need, what to avoid, and why trying to build your own bundle from six different websites is a shortcut to stress and overspending.

Good news: you don’t have to piece it all together. Because this one slick, ready-to-go bundle has everything we've just listed — and it looks 👏 really 👏 good.

What’s Included in the Raffi MKII 12pc Bundle?

Let’s break it down. The Raffi MKII 12pc Travel System Bundle – Gloss Black includes:

• Lie-flat pushchair

• Carrycot with mattress

• Group 0+ car seat with newborn insert

• Isofix base

• Footmuff

• Raincovers (carrycot + pushchair)

• Coordinating changing bag

• Cup holder

• Adaptors

• Travel bag

• Mosquito net

• Car sunshades

Basically, it’s your baby travel system checklist , pre-packed. You’re not just buying baby gear — you’re buying peace of mind. (And a lot less “did we remember the…” conversations.)

Why It’s Perfect for First-Time Parents

This isn’t your first rodeo — it’s your first baby. Which means you don’t need a degree in pushchair engineering or five different Amazon deliveries.

You just want one, smart, complete setup that works — from the hospital car park to your first park stroll.

✅ The Raffi MKII is lightweight but sturdy.
✅ Folds with one hand (while holding snacks).
✅ Looks great with anything.
✅ And costs less than buying all 12 items separately.

Where to Buy the Bundle Online

You can grab the Bababing Raffi MKII 12pc Travel System Bundle in Gloss Black exclusively at:

👉 https://bababing.com/products/12pc-raffi-mkii-bundle-gloss-black

It’s available for next dispatch end of June , with free delivery , and the kind of customer support that actually answers emails (because we’re parents too).

No faff. No stress. Just everything you need, delivered to your door.

💬 Why Buy from Bababing?

We get it — there are loads of baby brands out there. But here’s why shopping with Bababing is a breath of fresh (and baby wipe-scented) air:

• 💡 Real parent design – everything we make is based on real-life parenting chaos, not boardroom guesswork

• 🎯 Bundles that actually make sense – no filler, no overpriced extras, just the gear you’ll use daily

• 🔧 Built for the everyday grind – our prams are stylish and survive the supermarket, soft play, and muddy park runs

• 💬 Brilliant customer support – we actually reply to emails (and we’re lovely, too)

• 📦 Free UK delivery – because nobody needs extra costs when you’re already budgeting for nappies

• 🔁 Hassle-free returns – change your mind? No judgment here.

• ✨ Trusted by thousands of UK parents – with rave reviews and plenty of repeat customers

• 🖤 We make baby gear you’re proud to push – stylish, practical, and always a bit clever

If you're still reading this, one thing’s clear — you’re the kind of parent who wants to get it right. Not perfect. Not Pinterest. Just practical, real-life right.

This baby travel system checklist wasn’t written by a marketing robot or someone who thinks a wipe warmer is essential. It’s written for you — the “what do we actually need?” parent.

You don’t need twenty different products. You need twelve. And ideally, you need them to work together without hassle, guesswork, or a YouTube assembly tutorial that ends in tears (yours, not the baby’s).

That’s why we made the Raffi MKII 12pc Travel System Bundle — so you can tick everything off your list and get on with the important stuff:

🍼 First feeds.
🚶‍♀️ First walks.
💤 First naps (when you can grab one too).

Ready to Make Life Easier?

Your journey’s about to begin — and we’ve packed the perfect travel system to go with it.

👉 Click here to see the Raffi MKII 12pc Bundle in Gloss Black

🎁 All 12 essentials.
📦 One delivery.
🧠 Zero stress.

Because parenting might be unpredictable — but your travel system doesn’t have to be.

✅ What You Get in the Raffi MKII 12pc Bundle

Here’s everything included in this all-in-one baby travel system checklist — no extras needed, no last-minute panic buys:

• ✔️ Lie-flat pushchair – suitable from birth, with one-hand fold

• ✔️ Carrycot with mattress – cosy naps on the move

• ✔️ Group 0+ car seat – with newborn insert for safety and comfort

• ✔️ Isofix base – secure, click-in car seat installation

• ✔️ Footmuff – fleece-lined and weather-ready

• ✔️ Raincovers – one for the pushchair, one for the carrycot

• ✔️ Matching changing bag – clips onto the pushchair

• ✔️ Cup holder – for bottles, coffees, or both

• ✔️ Adaptors – for seamless switching between seat and carrycot

• ✔️ Travel bag – protect your gear on trips or storage

• ✔️ Mosquito net – ideal for summer strolls or holidays

• ✔️ Car sunshades – for cooler, calmer car rides