There are many different strollers available in the market today. One type of stroller is the umbrella stroller. Umbrella strollers are the lightest weight strollers and are usually built for convenience. Most umbrella strollers offer a one step folding process as well as handles that resemble the curved handle of an umbrella. These strollers are not designed for newborns because they do not fully recline and do not provide neck support for the young infant. To keep them lightweight, manufacturers use materials that are thin and flexible for compact folding. These materials do not offer much warmth or protection from the elements that most parents prefer for their infant children. There are safety features in umbrella strollers such as the harness that buckles the child or baby into the stroller from around the waist and between the legs, keeping them in place and locking wheels that are wonderful when parking the stroller as well as storing the stroller when folded. Make sure when you go to purchase an umbrella stroller, you choose one that has a reliable locking system and frame.