11 "Faux Pas" That Are Actually Acceptable To Make With Your Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or pushchair) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and style that makes walking enjoyable for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great foldable stroller for infants to three years old. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

If 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 your little one isn't apprehensive.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is important for newborn babies as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and helps support their growing hips and spine. They also have seats that can be changed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that offers a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which does not recline into an upright position however, it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great choice 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 have a huge storage basket. It also has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first time parent we suggest that you look into the travel system that includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without waking them and is ideal for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful travel system pram that converts easily from a lie-flat 'pramette' to a toddler-friendly pushchair that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps where their legs or heads could get stuck. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Also, you should examine the buckles on your harness to ensure they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised each year due to injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the primary cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple when you hang your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets into or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another common cause of injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If a child's harness is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. It is therefore essential to make sure that the buckle on the harness is locked into the proper position.

Some prams have a reversible shade which can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. 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 go in stores and out. Other useful features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat, and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you are not using it.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram if you are not within reach. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this can cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to fit them in the trunk of your car. This procedure should be familiarised with before you buy one. Consider how easy it would be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. This includes the need to endure the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you must ensure your choice will perform the task you want it to. Also, you want your stroller to have the form of a color or print that isn't prone to fading quickly so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

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

All the prams on this list allow the baby to lay flat. This is crucial for infants because it aids in the development of their hips and spine, and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child's. Some have a carrycot or a 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 may also be interested in a travel set that is a complete package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child with the touch of a single button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with them 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 luxurious pushchair that converts from a single pushchair 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 you could use it for more than one child, if you need to and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lay as flat as they can. This will help with their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models allow a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have a seat that reclines to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for the latter, as our parent facing pram tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child at the touch of a button to keep him in view, while still maintaining eye contact and proximity.

It's a great pram for those who want to travel around town easily as the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres permit you to take it off road and on to rough terrain. It's also a great option if you're thinking of having another child in future since it can easily be converted from a single pram to a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels impressive. It's suitable for babies since it comes with a carrycot that can be rolled flat and is compatible with car seats when purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place This is an option that not all prams offer. This reduces time and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you would expect to see on a high-end model, but the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver over different terrains. This is a great choice if you live in the city and must navigate narrow streets and crowded pathways frequently. Although it's not cheap pushchairs but the quality and versatility of this stroller mean that it can save you money over the long term by eliminating the need to invest in a separate toddler pushchair. You can pick from a variety of colors to match your preferences.