15 Unquestionable Reasons To Love Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a triple pushchair) is the most popular form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns up to 3 year old kids. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

If you're out and about with a baby, you need to be sure they're comfortable. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child does not feel anything.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all allow your baby to lay flat, which is important for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen levels and assists in the development of their hips and spine. They also have a seat that can be changed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It features smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shaped seat which doesn't recline into flat however it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it still is sturdy and has finely textured leather and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something more affordable, but with a similar style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as some of the other prams we tested however it comes with a large storage basket, as well as an extended hood with UPF50+ protection that'll keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent We suggest that you look into the travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to move their child from the car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel stroller system is an elegant and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

The pram should be fitted with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also have no gaps between their head and legs that could get stuck. The straps must be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Also, you should inspect the buckles of your harness to make sure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised each year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. The main reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the sturdiest prams can fall over if you hang bags to the handles or if a child who is wriggling can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being properly secured.

Another reason for injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If a baby is not properly secured the pram, they may fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to make sure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some prams come with a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in either direction from the sun. This feature is helpful since you don't need to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter stores and out. Other useful features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a basket for shopping underneath the seat, and the handlebar locks into position when you are not using it.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them in sight. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep, which can cause them to fall off the pram or stroller and cause suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram should not be used as a substitute for the crib. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the day.

The majority of prams require you to take them apart in order to put them in the car's boot therefore it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with this process before you purchase one. Also, consider how it is simple to put the different sections back together and click them in place.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to endure several years of wear. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand slippery walks and also multiple car trips. You should ensure that your pram is the right color or design that will not date easily so you don't look like you've fallen out of style.

The best pushchairs prams pushchairs are made from high-quality materials and are built to last, so look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels and an effective suspension system. The most effective prams are small and fold easily so that you can store them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All prams on this list allow your baby to lay flat. This is important for infants because it aids in the development of their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. Some are made to grow with your child, with some of them having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame when your child outgrows it.

If you're looking to purchase a brand 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 are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me device 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 by pressing one button. This lets you keep eye contact with your child and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that converts from a single pushchair to a double pushchair with 30 different configurations, and comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap pushchairs but you can use it for more than one child if needed and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as they can to help develop and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it's important that all prams allow this. Some models provide a flat position using a fully reclineable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old daughter. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child by pressing an button, keeping him in the same position, while still maintaining closeness and eye contact.

This frame is perfect for nipping around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to drive it off the road or on rough terrain. It's also a smart choice if you're planning on having a second child in the future because it easily converts from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair (url).

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with a car seat when you purchase it separately. You can even fold it with the carrycot in place which is something does not happen with all prams, so it's an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are all features you'd expect on a high-end model However, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver over various terrains. It's also an ideal choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. Although it's not inexpensive however, the durability and quality of this pram make it possible to save you money in the long run by eliminating the need to purchase an additional pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a range of colors that will fit your preferences.