Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide For Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or a pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram is a blend of safety, comfort and design that makes walking enjoyable for all family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for newborns and 3 in 1 pram-year-old kids. The reversible handle lets you to rotate the seat so that your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your baby to be comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure that your baby does not feel anything.

All the prams listed in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is important for babies as it increases oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. They also have a seat that can be changed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up.

For a luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 provides a warm feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that does not recline to a lying-flat position, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than the majority of prams, weighing less than 8kg but has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather detailing as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model that has a similar appearance but at a lower price. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you're the first parent of your child, we'd recommend considering a best travel pram system bundle that includes a pram as well as a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to move their child from their car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette, or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with five-point safety harnesses that will ensure your baby's safety. It should also have no gaps between their head and legs that are likely to get caught. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. The main reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the strongest prams can tip over when you strap your bags onto the handles or if the child is wriggling or squirming and falls in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the pram or stroller. If a baby's harness is not secured properly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can shield your baby from sun in both directions. This is a useful feature since you will not be having to wake your child awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you are to and from the shops. There are other features that can be useful, for example a snack tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. There is also an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without being within reach. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this can cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a cot and should be used only for short periods of time during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you to dismantle them to fit them into the boot of your car so it's an excellent idea to familiarize yourself with this procedure before purchasing one. Find out how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through numerous car journeys, so you must ensure your choice will perform the task you want it to. It is also important for your pram to be in an image or color that won't date quickly to avoid looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The most reliable prams are constructed of top-quality materials and designed to last. You should look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as an effective suspension system. The most reliable prams have a compact stroller fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All prams on this list allow babies to lay flat, which is crucial for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child's. Some include a carrycot, or a fully-reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you might be looking for a travel system which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a handy feature that raises and lowers your baby at the touch of a button, so you can keep eye contact and keep them close which she claimed was important to her as he was in an exploratory stage.

Another option is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single to double pushchair, with 30 different configurations, and comes with luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but you can use it for more than one child, if you need to and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie as flat as they can. This will aid in their development and improve oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models allow a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot, while others have a seat that reclines to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature and is fantastic at that as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son of 10 months. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her child with the touch of a button, keeping him in view and still maintain eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great stroller for those who wish to nip around town easily as the frame is an ideal size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres let you remove it from the road and on to rough terrain. It's also a great option if you're thinking of having another child in the near future because it easily converts from a single pram into a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies because it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place This is an option that not all prams offer. This is time-saving and makes it easier to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are all the things you'd expect on a high-end pram however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on any terrain. It's also an ideal choice for those who reside in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this model will save you money over the long term by not having to buy an additional pushchair twin for toddlers. It's available in an extensive variety of colors, as well, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.