Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a stroller, pushchair or sling, is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality folding pram blends comfort, safety and design to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for infants to 3 years old. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your baby to feel comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams that will make sure your baby doesn't feel anything.

All the prams listed in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. They also have a seat which can be transformed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shaped seat that doesn't recline to flat, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. But it has a sturdy chassis with grained leather details and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something with a similar look but for a lesser price. The sleek, one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we tested but it has an impressively large storage basket, as well as an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection that'll keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby from the car to the pram without waking them and is ideal for 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 a lie-flat 'pramette to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

The pram should come with five-point safety harnesses that will ensure your baby's safety. It should also not have any gaps in which their heads or legs are likely to get caught. The straps should be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on your harness to make sure they're not damaged and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the primary cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If a baby's harness is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from the sun in both directions. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter and out of stores. There are other features that could be useful, like a snack tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. You can also find an extra shopping basket under the seat.

You should never leave a child sleeping in their stroller unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies can be prone to wiggle while asleep and could cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to take apart most prams in order to fit them in the boot of your vehicle. This process must be mastered before you purchase one. Find out how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram must be able endure a long time of wear. You need to ensure that your stroller can withstand muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. You also want your stroller to have a print or colour that won't date quickly so you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style.

The best prams for newborns are constructed from high-quality materials and designed to last. Look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as an effective suspension system. The best prams will also feature a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not being used.

All prams on this list allow the baby to lie down flat. This is essential for newborns, because it aids in the development of their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams have been designed to expand with your child's. Some come with a carrycot, or a fully-reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child outgrows them.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel system which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that raises and lowers your child with the click of a button so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close, which she claimed was important to her as he was at an exploratory stage.

Another alternative 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 pushchair stroller to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child if you need to. Like our top pick, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot is a great option to use as early as.

Style

Newborns need to lay flat as much as they can to help develop and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs. Therefore, it's important that all prams support this. Some models allow a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature a seat that reclines to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic at what it does as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her 10-month-old son. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her child with the touch of a button to keep him in sight while maintaining eye contact and closeness.

This frame is perfect for city trips, and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's also a good choice if you're planning on having another child in future because it easily converts from a single pram double into a twin or double pushchair stroller.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded by putting the carrycot in place - something that isn't the case with all prams, so it's an efficient and easy feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are all the features you'd expect to find on a premium pram and its sleek design makes it easy to handle on a variety of terrains. This is a great choice for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or congested walkways on a regular basis. While it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this pram make it possible to save you money over the long term by eliminating the need to invest in a separate toddler pushchair. You can choose from a range of colors to match your preferences.