Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide On Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a pushchair or stroller) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a blend of comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for children from newborns to three years old. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your child to feel comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to make sure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that offers a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It features smooth, curved lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to flat, but it does have padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also lighter than many prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy frame with finely textured leather and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something more affordable, but still with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams 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 protected and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent, we'd recommend considering the travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby out of the car to the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is an elegant and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

A pram must have a five point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps to entrap their legs or heads. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Also, you should inspect the buckles of your harness to make sure that they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised each year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. The primary reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller travel tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams can tip over when you strap your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another frequent cause of injuries is falling from the pram or stroller. If a baby's harness is not secured properly it could 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 good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from sun in either direction. This feature is beneficial since you don't need to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter and out of shops. There are other features that could be useful, such as an eating tray for your child or toddler stroller and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

It is not advisable to let a child sleep in their pram unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies can be prone to wiggle during sleep and could cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This can lead to suffocation and strangulation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should only be used for short periods during the daytime.

Most prams require you to dismantle them to put them in the boot of your car so it's recommended to familiarize yourself with this process before you buy one. Also check how it is simple to put the different sections back together and then click them in place.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to last through many years of wear and wear and tear. This includes having to deal with walking in the rain and many car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice can do the job you need it to. You also want your pram to be in the form of a color or print that isn't prone to fading quickly so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The best prams pushchairs prams are made from high-quality materials and are designed to last. So, look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or boot.

All prams on this list allow babies to lay flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Some are made to adapt to your child's needs, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be moved on and off the frame for when your child is no longer using it.

If you are purchasing an infant stroller for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that has a carrycot and a car seat could be worth a look. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that raises and lowers your child at the push of a button, so you can keep eye contact and keep them close which she claimed was important to her as he was in an exploratory stage.

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

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie as flat as they can. This will help with their development and improve oxygen levels in the lung. Some models create a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic at what it does as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her son of 10 months. She loved the ability to raise or lower her baby by pressing an button, keeping him in the same position while maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

This frame is perfect for nipping around town and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off the road or on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for those who plan to have a child in the future because it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that looks and feels luxurious. It's ideal for babies as it comes with a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams offer. This is time-saving and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find on a high-end model However, the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on diverse terrains. It's also a great choice for those who live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks frequently. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this model mean that it can save you money in the end by not having to purchase a separate pushchair for toddlers. It's available in an extensive range of colors, and you can pick one that fits your personal style.