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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair car seat or sling, is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a combination of comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful stroller for newborns and 3-year-old children. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your baby to be comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your little one doesn't feel a thing.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide all allow your baby to lie flat, which is essential for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their spine and hips. They also have seats which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curved lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to flat however, it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also a little lighter than other prams, weighing less than 8kg but has a sturdy chassis and grained leather accents as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and able to take on more rural settings.

The Minu V2 is a great option to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar design but at a lower price. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as the other prams we've tested however it comes with a big storage basket and an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're the first parent of your child we suggest you look into the travel system bundle that includes a pram as well as a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without disturbing them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram that can convert easily from a'pramette' that lies flat into a toddler-friendly pushchair compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps between their head and legs that can get trapped. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams and strollers. The main cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams can topple if you hook bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram or stroller. If a child is not properly secured the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always secured.

A few good prams also come with a reversible canopy that will shield your baby from sun in either direction. This is a handy feature as you can avoid having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you go in and out of shops. There are other features that are useful, such as a snack tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

It is not advisable to leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep, which can cause them to roll off the stroller or pram and can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the daytime.

Most prams require you to take them apart in order to put them in the car's boot so it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the process before you purchase one. Check how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A foldable pram must be able endure several years of wear. This includes surviving the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you must ensure your choice can do the job you need it to. It is important to ensure that your stroller is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading so that you don't appear as if you've slipped out of style.

The best prams are made of high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The best prams will also have a compact fold, so you can store them easily in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lay flat, which is crucial for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child. Some include a carrycot, or a fully-reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on as your child grows.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel system which is a bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It has an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby at the touch of one button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with your child and keep them close.

Another alternative is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single to double pushchair, with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but it can be used for multiple children, if needed. Similar to our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs, so it's important that all prams permit this. Some models create a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot while others feature seats that recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me features the latter feature, and it's fantastic in this regard as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her son who was 10 months old. She loved that she could raise or lower her child at the touch of an button, keeping him in sight, while still maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

It's a great choice for those who wish to travel around town without hassle since the frame is an ideal size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres let you move it off the road and on to rough terrain. It's also a smart choice if you're planning on having another child in the near future since it can easily be converted from a single pram into a twin or double running pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies because it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat when you purchase it separately. You can even fold it using the carrycot as a stand - something that not all prams can do which is why it's an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find on a high-end model, but the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on diverse terrains. It's also a great choice for those who reside in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks regularly. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this model will save you money in the long run by eliminating the need to invest in a separate toddler pushchair. You can choose from a range of colors that will fit your personal style.