Cosmotot's favorite products for babies in Chicago this fall

By Maria Pilar Clark

Have baby, will travel. While taking a trip is never quite the same once kids enters the picture, streamlining essential equipment can do wonders for a weekend (or more) getaway.

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Britax modular stroller

Babies grow faster than frequent-flier miles, making the B-READY modular stroller from Britax an ideal investment. Featuring a removable forward- and/or rear-facing seat, an adjustable five-point harness, multi-position recline, large canopy and full suspension, it can be converted from a single-child system to a two-child or twin system, using any combination of seats, and accepts bassinets and infant car seats (sold separately) in 14 different configurations. An adjustable top handle with molded grip, large storage basket and removable pouch give parents organization options, while an automatic chassis lock keeps the frame in a folded position, and the stroller's flat fold allows parents to easily store it with or without the seat attached. A 1-foot, anti-scuff linked rear brake helps determine when brakes are locked or unlocked by red and green indicators. britaxusa.com;$499.99