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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair cheap or a sling, is the primary form of transport for babies and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of safety, comfort and style to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for children from newborns to 3 years old. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you need to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure that your baby isn't apprehensive.

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

For a luxurious feel this Venicci egg2 provides a warm feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seats that does not recline to a lying-flat position, but it does have a padded liner and mattress. It's also lighter than other prams, at a weight of just 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy chassis with finely textured leather and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model with a similar design but at a price that is lower. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we tried but it has an impressively large storage basket and extended hood with UPF50+ protection, which will keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're a first-time parent we suggest you look into a travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby out of the car to the pram without having to wake them up and is ideal for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly compact travel stroller system is a stylish and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette, into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

A pram should have a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to trap their heads or legs. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. A lot of children are hospitalized every year due to injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple if you hook bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets into or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling off a pram or stroller. If a child's harness is not secured properly, it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. It is therefore important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into the proper position.

Some prams come with a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in both directions from the sun. This is a useful feature because it will prevent having to wake your child up when you are changing their position in the pram, or when you go in and out of shops. There are other features that are useful, such as snacks for your toddler or child and drink holders. There's also an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without having them in sight. Babies can be prone to wiggle while asleep and this could cause them to fall out of the pram or stroller. This could result in suffocation and strangulation. A pram or a stroller should not be used as an alternative to the cot. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the daytime.

Most prams require you to take them apart in order to put them in the boot of your car therefore it's recommended to familiarize yourself with the process before purchasing one. Find out how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to endure several years of wear and tear. This includes the need to endure walking in the rain and many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice can do the job you need it to. It is important to ensure that your stroller is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading to avoid looking as if you've slipped out of style.

The most reliable prams are constructed from high-quality materials and designed to last. You should look for durable fabrics, sturdy tires, and an effective suspension system. The most effective prams are small and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or boot.

All the prams on this list allow the baby to lie flat. This is important for infants because it aids in the development of their hips and spine, and boosts oxygen levels. A lot of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some come with carrycots, or a fully-reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on as your child grows.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might also be looking for a travel system which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has a nifty feature that can raise or lower your child at the push of a button so you can maintain eye contact and keep them close, which she described as being important to her since he was at an exploratory stage.

Another alternative is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be transformed from a single pushchair to double pram pushchair in 30 different configurations. It also has a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive, but it can be used for multiple children if necessary. Similar to our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as they can. This will help with their development and improve oxygen saturation in the lung. Some models create a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have a seat that reclines to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old daughter. She loved the fact that she could raise and lower her little one with the push of a button, keeping him in the view of others and still maintain eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great choice for those who wish to travel around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres let you remove it from the road and on to rough terrain. It's also a good option if you're thinking of having another child in the near future since it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's suitable for newborns because it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat, if you buy it separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place It's something that not all prams provide. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of features you'd expect to see on a high-end pram, but its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on any terrain. This is a great choice if you live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded paths on a regular basis. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. It's available in a wide variety of colors, too, so you can pick one that fits your personal style.