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Buying a Pram Newborn

Prams and cheap pushchairs are the multi-functional, flexible allies of parents and caregivers. They are the co-pilots of your child's journey.

A pram newborn is a must for infants and newborns. It comes with a an incredibly sturdy, deep carrycot that has soft and secure walls.

A pram typically comes with a bassinet, but it can be transformed into an infant stroller seat once baby is ready.

Safety

Newborns are incredibly fragile and should be kept as secure as you can. Purchasing a stroller or pram with safety features will ensure that your baby is comfortable and safe during their travels. A stroller or pram should have a break that works and a five-point harness (2 shoulder straps and two waist straps and the crotch belt) and a wrist tether for the person driving it. Check that your chosen pram is up to the standards before purchasing.

Find a pram which allows your baby to travel in the recommended lying-flat position. This position supports the baby and prevents an unintentionally dangerous spinal curve that can cause spinal problems. It also lowers the risk of SUID (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome) or asphyxiation by keeping airways clear. The majority of prams that can be used from birth will come with a seat unit that will recline into a lie-flat pram mode for younger babies and then convert into a pushchair seat unit for older children.

The suspension of the pram will determine how smooth it is. A pram that has a lot of suspension is likely to cost more but it could be worth the cost of this feature if you are planning on using your pram everyday for a couple of years or longer.

You should always take the time to go through the instruction manual and look over the warning labels on your pram or lightweight stroller. When not using it, keep your stroller away from dangers like traffic, bicycles or other people. It is also important to remove any bags or other objects from the handles, since they can cause your baby to get caught or suffocate.

Even if the baby is asleep, it's never an ideal idea to leave a pram or stroller unattended. They could wiggle and get trapped, or the pram may be thrown away and the child might be injured. It is also not a good idea to hang bags or other objects on the handles since they could fall and hit your baby's head.

Comfort

It is essential that newborns are able to lie flat, as it aids in lung and back development. Carrycots or cocoons are found on many prams. They create a nest-like environment that is a comfortable place for your baby and can be removed easily from the frame. Others, such as the egg2's bucket style seat don't recline to lie flat but still offer a comfortable ride for your baby.

Some prams include a separate seat or bassinet for the newborn. This allows you to easily switch between sleeping and sitting positions depending on what your baby needs. It is often called a "travel system" and is the initial configuration that you should try out with your newborn.

Choose a stroller with two shoulder straps (ideally with padding) and a functional five-point safety harness that fits your bub's body securely. Check that there are no gaps, or loose areas, where fingers could become trapped. Also make sure the buckles are easy for older children to operate. You should also consider if you'd like a parent-facing pram. It is ideal to keep an eye on your child, and makes them feel more secure by seeing their parents.

Our parent testers enjoyed the features of some prams such as the Graco Near2Me, which lets you raise your baby and lower it at the push of a button. This is a great way to keep connected to your baby, particularly if they are asleep. If you are searching for an infant travel system that is compatible with the car capsule you select you won't have to wake your baby up to switch between the car and pram.

Convenience

When buying a pram newborn it is essential to consider your baby's needs for transport. Some prams pushchairs come with a bassinet, carrycot or seat that reclines to an upright position. This is crucial to ensure your baby's spinal development and breathing. It's important to check out the other accessories the triple pram comes with like the footmuff and changing bag that are essential to keep your baby warm during colder weather.

Some strollers and prams can be converted into travel systems. You can connect an auto pod to the frame with adaptors so that you can transfer your baby from the car to the pram without waking them. These are useful if your lifestyle is busy or you don't have enough space in your car boot to accommodate the pram. But, you must be aware that you will need to wait until your baby is old enough to sit by themselves before you can transform them from a car capsule into the pushchair.

Another feature to keep an eye on is the possibility of raising and lowering the infant's seat from a low to a high setting, which allows you to maintain eye contact with them and keeps them close to you, which our parent tester found very useful for her 10-month old boy! One good example is the Graco Near2Me which can lower to allow your baby to glide towards you by pressing the button, and remain in constant eye contact.

Make sure that your pram newborn has a sturdy base with wheels that can withstand bumps and potholes and that you can fold it down easily, and check that the safety harness you use is safe that fits comfortably and securely (five-point rather than three-point) and is adjustable as your child grows. You should be able store bags for changing and shopping under the pram (but remember that too much weight can cause it to topple over). If you're unsure of which model to choose, try out a few different models at the local retailer.