Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

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 quality pram combines safety, comfort and style that makes walking enjoyable for all family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for babies to 3 years old. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to ensure your baby doesn't feel anything.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide allow your baby to lay flat, which is essential for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen levels and supports their developing hips and spine. They also have seats which can be transformed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.

For a truly luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon feel for your newborn with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that does not recline to a lying-flat position, but it does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams on the market at under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather detailing, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can take on more rural settings.

If you want something less expensive but with the same style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The sleek 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 to keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're the first parent of your child we suggest you look into a travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to transfer your child from the car to the pram without waking them and is perfect 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 to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps that could trap their legs or head. The straps should be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. You should also check the harness buckles to ensure 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 and strollers. The main cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the sturdiest prams can tip over if you hook bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling can get in or out of the seat without the harness being secured.

Another reason for injuries is falling from the pram or stroller. If the harness of a baby is not fastened properly it could cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. This is why it is crucial to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always clicked into place.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from sun in both directions. This feature is beneficial because you won't have to wake up your baby every time you change 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 baby or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat, and a handlebar that locks in place when you're not using it.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram without being within sight. Babies can be prone to wiggle during sleep and this could cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A folding pram or a stroller is not an alternative to a crib. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase a pram bags. Also, consider how it is easy to put the different parts back together and click them in place.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and tear. This includes surviving the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, so you must ensure your choice is able to do the job you need it to. Also, you want your pram to come in a print or colour that doesn't get outdated so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and designed to last. You should look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as an efficient suspension system. The top prams feature a compact strollers fold so you can store them easily in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow infants to lay flat, which is vital for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their hips and spine. Some are made to grow with your child, with some of them having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be moved off and back on the frame when your little one outgrows it.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you may also be interested in a travel set which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby by pressing a single button. This lets you maintain eye contact with them and keep them close.

Another option is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair double in 30 different configurations. It also comes with sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child, if you need to and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the included carrycot.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as often as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, which is why it's important that all prams support this. Some models allow for an all-flat position by using the carrycot which is completely reclined, while others have a seat which can recline to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter and it's brilliant at that as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her 10-month-old son. She loved that she could raise or lower her infant at the touch of the button to keep him in view and still maintain the eye contact and closeness.

It's a great choice for those that want to get around town with ease as the frame is an ideal size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres permit you to move it off the road and onto rough terrain. It's also a good option if you're thinking of having a second child in the future since it can easily be converted from a single pram to a double pram pushchair or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish premium option that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with a car seat in the event that you purchase it separately. You can even fold it by putting the carrycot in place which is something not all prams can do which is why it's an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are features you would expect to see on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over various terrains. It's also an ideal choice when you live in a large city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks frequently. While it's not cheap but the quality and versatility of this stroller make it possible to save you money in the end by eliminating the need to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a variety of colors that will fit your style.