Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram sets, also known as a pushchair, stroller or Sling, is the main form of transport for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and style to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for children from newborns to three years old. Its reversible handle allows you to tilt the seat so that your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your child to be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to ensure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is important for newborns since it improves oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. They also have a seat that can be converted to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curving lines and a bucket-shaped seat which doesn't recline into flat however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it is sturdy and has grained leather details and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something with a similar design but for a lesser price. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we tried however it comes with a big storage basket and an extended hood with UPF50+ protection to keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're the first parent of your child, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram as well as a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their child from the car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette, or a lie-flat 'pramette into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads can get trapped. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. Also, you should check the harness buckles to make sure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you hook bags to the handles or if a child with a wriggling is able to get into or out of the seat without harnesses being secured.

Another common cause of injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If a baby is not securely fastened in, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always locked in place.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from the sun in both directions. This is a handy feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby up when you are changing their position in the pram, or when you are to and from the shops. There are other features that can be useful, for example a snack tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. You can also find a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram if you are not in sight. Babies are susceptible to wiggle during sleep and could cause them to fall out of the stroller or pram. This could result in suffocation and strangulation. A pram or a stroller is not a substitute for the cot. It is best to use it for short periods during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to put them in the trunk of your car. This procedure is something you should know before you purchase one. Check how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and tear. You need to ensure that your stroller can withstand the mud of a walk as well as a variety of car trips. It is also important for your pram to be in a print or colour that isn't prone to fading quickly so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The best prams are made with high-quality materials. They are built to last, so look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to put them in your garage or even the boot.

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

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you may also be interested in a pushchairs travel systems set which is a bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We love the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It is a revolutionary feature that lets you raise and lower your child at the touch of one button. This allows you to keep eye contact with them and keep them close.

Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be transformed from a single pushchair into double, with 30 different configurations. It also comes with sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap, but you could use it for more than one child in the event of need and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models allow for a completely flat position by using the carrycot which is fully reclinable, while others have a seat which can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She loved the fact that she could raise and lower her little one with the press of a button to keep him in view while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great pram for those who want to travel around town easily as the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres let you move it off the road and on to rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for those who plan to have a child in the future since it can be converted from a single pushchair to a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place It's something that not all prams have. This reduces time and makes it simpler to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are the kind of features you'd expect to find on a premium pram however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on any terrain. It's also an ideal choice when you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks regularly. It's not cheap, but its versatility and quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of an additional stroller newborn for your toddler. You can choose from a range of colors to suit your style.