20 Tools That Will Make You More Efficient At Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a pushchair or stroller) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A quality pram is a combination of comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns to 3-year-old kids. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you'll want to be sure they're comfortable. There are prams to make sure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide all allow your baby to lie flat, which is essential for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen levels and assists in the development of their hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position when your baby is able to sit up.

For a truly luxurious experience this Venicci egg2 provides a warm cocoon feel for your newborn with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that does not recline to a lying-flat position but does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy chassis with the grained leather accents and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

If you want something less expensive but still with the same style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The sleek, one-hand steer model isn't as light as some of the other prams we've tested however it comes with a big storage basket and an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection that'll keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you are new to parenting We suggest that you look into a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby from the car into the pram without waking them and is ideal for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette, into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is secure and should not allow any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you attach bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without the harness being properly secured.

Another reason for injuries is falling from the pram or stroller. If the harness of a baby is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall from the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. It is therefore important to make sure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from the sun in any direction. This is a useful feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby up when you are changing their position in the pram or while you are into and out of shops. There are other features that are useful, such as snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not in sight. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this may cause them to roll off the lightweight stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A pram or a stroller should not be used as an alternative to the crib. It is best travel pushchair to use it for short periods during the day.

The majority of prams require you disassemble them in order to put them in the car's boot so it is recommended to familiarize yourself with this process before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram shops near me needs to be durable enough to endure several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes the need to endure the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice is able to do the job you need it to. It is important to ensure that your pram is a colour or print that won't fade easily so that you don't appear like you've lost fashion.

The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are designed to last, so look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an effective suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow a baby to lay flat, which is crucial for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many are designed to grow with your child and some having a carrycot or fully-reclined seat that can be moved off and on the frame for when your child is no longer using it.

If you are buying a pram for the first time, a travel system that includes both an infant carrycot and a car seat could be of interest. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It has a nifty feature that raises and lowers your child at the push of a button. This way 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 the Bugaboo Fox 3 in one pushchair which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not expensive, but you can use it with more than one child if you need to. Like our top pick iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's essential that all prams support this. Some models allow for an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be completely reclined, while others have a seat that can recline to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me features the latter and it's brilliant at what it does as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her little one with the push of a button and keep him in view while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

The frame is ideal for nipping around town and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for those who plan to have another child in the near future, as it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies because it includes a carrycot which can be folded flat and is compatible with a car-seat if purchased separately. It can be folded using the carrycot as a stand - something that does not happen with all prams, so it's an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are features you would expect to see on a premium model however, the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over diverse terrains. This is a great choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded paths on a regular basis. It's not cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the need for a separate stroller for toddlers. It's available in a wide selection of colors and you can pick one that suits your personal style.