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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or sling, is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

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 turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

When you're out and about with a baby, you'll want to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure that your baby does not feel anything.

All the prams in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is crucial for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position when your baby is able to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that offers a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shaped seat which does not recline into an upright position, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than other prams on the market at less than 8kg, but it has a sturdy chassis and grained leather accents as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model with a similar design but at a lower price. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you're new to parenting we suggest you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to get your baby from the car to the pram without having to wake them up and is ideal for parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' that lies flat to a pushchair for toddlers, compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram for newborn should be equipped with a five-point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps to entrap their legs or head. The straps must be cushioned and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Every year, a lot of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. The primary reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you hook your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness has been tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If a child is not securely fastened in the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some prams have a reversible shade that can be used to shield your baby in both directions from the sun. This feature is helpful because you don't have to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter and out of shops. There are also other features that are useful, such as an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

It is not advisable to leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies are prone to wriggling while sleeping and this could cause them to roll out of the pram sets or stroller. This could result in strangulation and suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should only be used for brief periods during the daytime.

Most prams require you to dismantle them to fit them into the car's boot therefore it's recommended to familiarize yourself with the process before you purchase one. Also, check how it is simple to put the various sections back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your pram can handle the mud of a walk as well as a variety of car trips. You should ensure that your pram is in the right color or design that won't fade easily so you don't look as if you've slipped out of fashion.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They are designed to last, so look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels and an efficient suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All prams on this list allow babies to lay flat. This is essential for infants as it helps them develop their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child. Some have a carrycot, or a fully-reclined chair that can be snapped on and off when your child is outgrowing them.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might also be looking for a travel system which is a bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our tester for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a clever feature that can raise or lower your baby at the touch 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.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be converted from a single pushchair into double in 30 different configurations. It also features a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child if needed and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie flat as they can. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow for an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be fully reclined, whereas others have a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for both, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her baby with a push chairs and prams of a button to keep him in sight while maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

It's a great pram for those that want to nip around town easily as the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to take it off road and onto rough terrain. It's a great choice for those who plan to have a child in the future, as it can easily be converted from a single pushchair into a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels impressive. It's ideal for babies because it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat in the event that you purchase it separately. You can even fold it with the carrycot in place which is something not all prams can do which is why it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find on a premium model however, the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on different terrains. This is an excellent choice when you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways on a regular basis. It's not cheap prams, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate stroller for toddlers. It's available in a wide selection of colors too, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.