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In 1773, Kent invented the first ever baby stroller for the Duke's children to ride in. It was designed as a carriage to be pulled by a goat or miniature horse. Very expensive to make, not available to the public and only for the rich. Was an extra luxury that flaunted money status.
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In the mid 1800's, people updated the design so that instead of having mini horses or goats pull the baby around, the parents could pull it instead. The harnesses were replaces with handles and the baby was wheeled around by their family. However, most strollers were tall and unstable, making it a danger for the young child.
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In 1852, Burton changed the previous designs of the stroller so that parents could push their child around and keep an eye on them rather than pull it like a horse.
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In 1889, William H. Richardson patented a more functional baby reversible carriage — meaning the bassinet could be positioned to face both out and in.
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Following World War I, baby carriages were updated to include safety features that remain in today's prams, like larger wheels, footbrakes, deeper and roomier prams (which made it harder for kids to escape), and lower, sturdier frames (so if little ones did manage to climb out, it wasn't far to the ground)
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Since Strollers were created using cheaper materials, they became a necessity among parents all around the world. Wicker and wood prams were no longer cool.
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In 1965 Owen Maclaren invented the first umbrella stroller after his daughter complained about how difficult it was to travel with her child and the pram. Umbrella stroller easily collapsed to make it lightweight and easy to travel with. Became very popular.
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In 1984, Phil Baechler, an avid runner, wanted to design a new baby stroller that allowed him to take his son on his runs. Thus, the three wheeled design was created.
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In 1986 the stroller company Baby Jogger developed the very first jogging stroller made for two children, "The Twinner."
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Baby strollers are a staple for new parents, however some studies are starting to show that prams actually harm you child and stunt development. All that work for nothing. Sorry William Kent.
