This Is The Good Prams Case Study You ll Never Forget
What Makes Good Prams?
A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or a Sling, is the most popular method of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram is a combination of safety, comfort 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 kids. Its reversible handle allows you to turn the seat so that your child can either face either you or the world around them.
Comfort
If you're out and about with your baby, you need to be sure they're comfortable. There are prams to ensure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.
The prams we've picked in this buying guide all allow your baby to lay flat, which is essential for infants as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and supports their developing hips and spine. They also have a seat which can be transformed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit.
For a luxurious feel, the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon feel for your newborn with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that does not recline to a lying-flat position but does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. But it has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.
If you're looking for something more affordable, but with a similar design Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.
If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that attach to the same frame. This makes it easier to transfer your child from the car to the pram sale 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 pram that can convert easily from a lie-flat 'pramette to a pushchair for toddlers compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.
Safety
A pram must have a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and secure. It should not have any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they are not damaged and show signs of wear. A lot of children are hospitalized each year due to injuries from strollers or prams. The main cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the most sturdy pushchairs prams can tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.
A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram, or stroller. If a baby is not securely secured in, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. This is why it is crucial to make sure that the harness buckle is always locked in place.
Some prams come with a reversible shade which can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is useful because you don't have to wake up your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller or when you enter and out of stores. There are other features that can be useful, for example snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also an extra shopping basket under the seat.
It is not advisable to let a child sleep in their stroller unless they are within their reach at all times. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the pram or stroller and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram set should not be used as an alternative to a cot. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.
It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to place them in the trunk of your car. This process must be mastered before you purchase a pram. Also, consider how easy it is to get the various sections back together and then click them into place.
Durability
A pram should be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and wear and tear. This includes having to deal with muddy walks and getting through many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice can do the job you need it to. You want to make sure that your pram is in a colour or print that will not date easily to avoid looking like you've fallen 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 an effective suspension system. The best prams are compact travel pram and fold easily, so you can put them in your garage or the boot of your car.
All the prams on this list allow your baby to lie on their backs. This is essential for newborns, because it allows them to develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. A lot of them are designed to adapt to your child's needs, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and on the frame at a time when your child outgrows it.
If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel system which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month old son. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of 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 possible configurations and features premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not expensive but you can use it with multiple children, if needed. And like our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.
Style
Newborns need to lay flat as much as possible to aid development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs. Therefore, it is essential that all prams allow this. Some models provide a flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot, while others have seats that recline to an unflat 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 that she could raise and lower her little one with the press of a button to keep him in sight and still maintain eye contact and a closeness.
It's a great choice for those that want to travel around town easily as the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres allow you to remove it from the road and onto rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having another child in future since it is able to convert from a single pram into a twin or double pushchair.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels luxurious. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. You can even fold it using the carrycot as a stand and it's something that does not happen with all prams, so it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.
The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are all features you would expect to see in a top model however, the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on different terrains. This is an excellent choice for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways frequently. It's not 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. It's available in a broad range of colors, too, so you can pick one that matches your personal style.