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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort, and design to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great pram for newborns up to 3 year old children. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams that will ensure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position once your baby is capable of sitting up.

For a truly luxurious feel, the Venicci egg2 has a cosy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position but does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

If you want something less expensive but with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. 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 hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you are a first time parent we suggest that you look into a travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to move their child from their car to the pram without having to wake 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

A pram set should have a five point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps to entrap their legs or heads. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year because of injuries caused by strollers or prams. Tipping over is the main reason for these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you strap bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets into or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another reason for injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If a child's harness isn't secured correctly it could cause them to fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the correct position.

A few good prams also come with a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from sun in both directions. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake up your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller or when you enter and out of shops. There are also other features that could be useful, like an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

You should never leave a child sleeping in their stroller unless they are in their sight at all times. Babies are prone to wiggle while asleep, which could cause them to fall out of the stroller travel or pram. This can lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram or a stroller should not be used as an alternative to a crib. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you disassemble them in order to put them in the boot of your car therefore it's recommended to familiarize yourself with this procedure before purchasing one. Find out how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram must be able stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You need to ensure that your pram can handle the mud of a walk, as well as multiple car trips. It is important to ensure that your pram is in a color or pattern that will not date easily so that you don't appear as if you've slipped out of style.

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

All the prams in this list allow your baby to lay flat. This is crucial for newborns, as it helps them develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some have carrycots, or a reclined seat 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 interested in a travel set that is a complete bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month old son. It has a nifty feature that raises and lowers your child with the click of a button, so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close which she described as being important to her since he was in 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 pram that can be converted from a single pushchair into double, with 30 different configurations. It also has a 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, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the included carrycot.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs. Therefore, it is essential that all prams permit this. Some models allow for a completely flat position by using a carrycot that can be fully reclined, whereas others feature a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her child with the touch of a button and keep him in sight and still maintain eye contact and closeness.

This frame is perfect for city trips, and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off the road or on rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a child in the future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair a twin pushchair or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option 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. It can be folded with the carrycot in place - something that does not happen with all prams and is a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are all features you would expect to see on a high-end model however, the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on different terrains. This is a great option if you live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded paths frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. It's available in a broad selection of colors too, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.