Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide On Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or a Sling, is the most popular mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram is a blend of safety, comfort and design that makes walking enjoyable for all family members.

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

Comfort

When you're out and about with a baby, you want to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing.

All the best prams listed in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is important for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. They also have a seat that can be changed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

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

If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, but with a similar style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and protected.

If you're the first parent facing pushchair of your child we recommend the travel system prams system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to awake them. 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 seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps should be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they are not damaged and show signs of wear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year because of injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the primary reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams could tip over when you strap your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling off the pram or stroller. If the harness of a baby is not fastened properly, it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. This is why it is crucial to make sure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will shield your baby from sun in both directions. This is a great feature since you will not be having to wake your baby awake while you change their position in the pram or when you are going to and from the shops. There are other features that are useful, such as a snack tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also an extra shopping basket under the seat.

It is not advisable to let a child sleep in their pram unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies are prone to wiggle during sleep and this could cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could result in strangulation and suffocation. A pram or a stroller should not be used as a substitute for the crib. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

Most prams require you to take them apart in order to fit them into the boot of your car so it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with the process before purchasing one. Also check how easy it is to get the various sections back together and then click them in place.

Durability

A pram should be able to stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You want to make sure that your pram can handle slippery walks, as well as multiple car trips. Also, you want your pram to be in an image or color that isn't prone to fading quickly so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The most effective prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are built to last. So, look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The most effective prams are small and fold easily, so you can store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams in this list allow a baby to lie flat, which is vital for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. A lot of them are designed to grow with your child and some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame when your little one outgrows it.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set that is a complete bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It is a revolutionary feature that lets you raise and lower your child at the touch of one button. This allows you to keep your eyes on your child 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 converted from a single pushchair into a double with 30 different configurations. It also features sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not inexpensive however, it can be used for multiple children if necessary. And like our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used as early as.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's important that all prams allow this. Some models permit a completely flat position by using a carrycot that is fully reclinable, while others have a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her little one with the push of a button, keeping him in the view of others, while still maintaining eye contact and closeness.

It's a great stroller for those who wish to get around town easily as the frame is an ideal size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres allow you to take it off road and on to rough terrain. It's an excellent choice when you are planning to have a second child in the near future since it can be converted from a single pushchair into a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that looks and feels impressive. It's suitable for babies since it includes a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car seat when purchased separately. You can even fold it by putting the carrycot in place which is something isn't the case with all prams, so it's an efficient and easy feature.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are all the things you'd expect on a premium pram and its sleek design makes it easy to handle across a variety of terrains. This is a great choice if you live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded paths regularly. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of an additional stroller for your toddler. You can choose from a wide range of colors that will fit your preferences.