Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide To Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

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

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great pram for newborns up to 3 in 1 pram year old children. 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 want to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your little one isn't apprehensive.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lie flat. This is essential for babies as it increases oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. They also come with seats that can be converted to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curved lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to a flat position, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than the majority of prams, weighing less than 8kg but has solid chassis and grained leather accents and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof, and can be used in more rural environments.

If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, but with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The swish-looking, one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we tested however it comes with a large storage basket, as well as an extended hood with UPF50+ protection that'll keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent we recommend a travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that attach to the same frame. This allows parents to move their child from the car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps in which their heads or legs could get stuck. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not damaged and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the main cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can fall over if you hang bags to the handles or if a child with a wriggling gets into or out of the seat without the harness being properly secured.

Another common cause of injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby is not securely fastened in, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always locked in place.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from the sun in either direction. This is a handy feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you are in and out of shops. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat, and the handlebar locks in place when you are not using it.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram without being within sight. Babies can be prone to wiggle during sleep, which could cause them to fall out of the stroller or pram. This could result in suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a crib and should only be used for short periods of time during the day.

It is essential to disassemble most prams in order to put them in the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase one. Also check how it is easy to put the different parts back together and then click them in place.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You need to ensure that your baby's triple pram is able to handle the mud of a walk as well as a variety of car trips. It is also important for your stroller to have a print or colour that won't date quickly so you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams are made with high-quality materials. They have been designed to last, so you should look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels and an efficient suspension system. The top prams feature a compact fold so you can store them easily in your garage or boot when not in use.

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

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel set which is an all-in-one package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It comes with an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of a single button. This lets you keep your eyes on your child and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that can be converted from a single pushchair to a double running pushchair with 30 different configurations, and comes with luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you can 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 thanks to the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will aid in their development and increase oxygen levels in the lung. Some models permit an entirely flat position using the carrycot which is completely reclined, while others have a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for the latter, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled that she could raise or lower her little one with the touch of a button to keep him in view and still maintain eye contact and closeness.

The frame is ideal to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof wheels allow you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's a great option if you plan to have another child in the near future since it can be transformed from a single pushchair a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies since it comes with a carrycot that can be rolled flat and is compatible with a car seat when purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place, which is an option that not all prams have. This is time-saving and makes it easier to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are things you would expect to see in a top model However, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver around different terrains. This is a great choice for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded pathways regularly. Although it's not inexpensive, the quality and versatility of this pram will save you money over the long term by not having to buy an additional pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a wide range of colors to suit your personal style.