Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide For Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a pushchair or stroller) is the main form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and design to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful stroller for newborns and 3-year-old children. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

If you're out and about with a baby, you want to be sure they're comfortable. There are prams that will ensure your baby doesn't feel anything.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide allow your baby to lie flat, which is important for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen levels and assists in the development of their spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position once your baby is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curved lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which doesn't recline into an upright position however, it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, weighing under 8kg. But it is sturdy and has the grained leather accents and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something less expensive but still with the same style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The swish-looking, one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we tested but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first time parent we suggest you consider a travel system that includes a pushchairs car seats seat as well as a pram that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby from the car to the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional travel system pram that converts easily from a lie-flat 'pramette into a toddler-friendly pushchair, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps that could trap their heads or legs. The straps should be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not damaged and show signs of wear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year because of injuries from strollers or prams. The primary reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams for sale can topple when you strap bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram, or babiie stroller. If a child is not properly secured the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into the correct position.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from sun in any direction. This feature is helpful since you don't need to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller or when you go in stores and out. There are other features that could be useful, such as snacks for your toddler or child and drink holders. You can also find a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within sight. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep, which can cause them to slide off the pram or stroller and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for short periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them into the trunk of your car. This process must be mastered before you purchase one. Consider how easy it would be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through numerous car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice will fulfill the tasks you require it to. You want to make sure that your pram is a color or pattern that won't fade easily to avoid looking as if you've slipped out of style.

The best prams will be constructed of top-quality materials and built to last. Look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and an effective suspension system. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, allowing you to put them in your garage or even the boot.

All prams on this list allow infants to lay flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. A lot of them are designed to adapt to your child's needs with some having a carrycot or fully-reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame for when your child outgrows it.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you may also be interested in a travel system that is a complete package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with a clever feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of a button. This way you can maintain eye contact and keep them close which she described as being important to her as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair car seat and has 30 different configurations, and comes with luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap, but you can use it for more than one child in the event of need and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3 in 1 pram, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as often as they can to help develop and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs, so it's essential that all prams permit this. Some models allow a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have a seat that reclines to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She loved that she could raise or lower her baby with a push of the button to keep him in sight and still maintain the eye contact and closeness.

This frame is perfect for nipping around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a child in the future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels impressive. It's suitable for babies because it comes with a carrycot that can be rolled flat and is compatible with a car-seat if purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place It's a feature that not all prams have. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are all the features you'd expect to find on a pram of the highest quality however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on a variety of terrains. This is a great choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or congested walkways on a regular basis. Although it's not inexpensive however, the durability and quality of this model mean that it can save you money in the long run by eliminating the need to purchase a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a range of colors to suit your style.