Why Nobody Cares About Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram bag (also known as a stroller or a pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish baby stroller (click through the next article) is a great pram for newborns up to 3 in one pushchair year old children. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your baby to be at ease when you're out with them. There are prams that will make sure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is essential for infants as lying flat improves oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which doesn't recline into an upright position however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg but still has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather details and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof, and can take on more rural settings.

The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model that has a similar appearance but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, 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 consider a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to transfer 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 is easily converted from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

The pram with car seat should be equipped with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads are likely to get caught. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to make sure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. The most common reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you hook bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without the harness being done up.

Another common cause of injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby's harness is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. This is why it is crucial to make sure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some prams have 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 your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller, or when you enter stores and out. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket underneath the seat, and the handlebar can be locked into place when you're not using it.

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

It is necessary to disassemble most prams pushchairs prams pushchairs in order to fit them into the boot of your vehicle. This process should be familiarised with before you buy one. Also check how easy it is to get the various sections back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. This includes the need to endure muddy walks and getting through many car journeys, which is why you must ensure your choice is able to perform the task you want it to. You want to make sure that your pram is a color or pattern that won't fade easily so you don't look like you've fallen out of style.

The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are designed to last, so look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The most reliable prams feature a compact fold so you can store them easily in your garage or the boot when not being used.

All the prams in this list allow infants to lie flat, which is crucial for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child. Some have a carrycot or a fully-reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on as your child grows.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel system which is an all-in-one package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved 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 by pressing a single button. This allows you to keep 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 and has 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed 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 with the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie as flat as possible. This will help with their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models provide a flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature seats that recline to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic in this regard as our tester for parents Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son of 10 months. She loved that she could raise or lower her infant at the touch of an button, keeping him in view, while still maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's also a smart option if you're thinking of having another child in the near future since it can easily be converted from a single pram into a twin or double stroller pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats in the event that you purchase it separately. You can fold it with the carrycot in place and it's something that does not happen with all prams and is an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are all features you'd expect to find in a top model however, the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on various terrains. It's also a great option for those who live in a large city and have to navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks regularly. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this model will save you money in the end by eliminating the need to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a wide range of colors that will fit your personal style.