Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide On Good Prams

What Makes good prams (Resource)?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, stroller or Sling, is the main mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram combines comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for all family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns up to 3 year old children. Its reversible handle allows you to turn the seat so your child can either face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

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

All the prams in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and helps support their hips and spine. They also have a seat which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

For a really high-end feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon feel for your newborn with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but has an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy chassis with grained leather details and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, but with a similar style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as lightweight as other strollers, but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first-time parent We suggest that you consider a travel system prams system package which includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their baby from the pushchairs car seats to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional travel system pram that converts easily from a lie-flat 'pramette to a pushchair for toddlers, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with five-point safety harnesses that will ensure your baby's safety. It should also not have any gaps in which their heads or legs are likely to get caught. The straps must be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on your harness to make sure they're not cracked and show signs of wear. Every year, a lot 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 most sturdy prams could tip over if you hook bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling or squirming and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another frequent 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 suffer head or neck 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 a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from the sun in either direction. This feature is useful because you won't have to wake your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller, or when you go in stores and out. There are other features that could be useful, such as snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within sight. Babies can be prone to wriggling while sleeping, which can cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This can lead to strangulation and suffocation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for the cot. It is best to use it for short periods during the day.

The majority of prams require you take them apart in order to fit them into the boot of your car so it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with this procedure before purchasing one. Consider how easy it would be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to stand up to the wear and tear of many years. This includes having to deal with walking in the rain and many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice will perform the task you want it to. Also, you want your pram to come in a print or colour that doesn't get outdated so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and are designed to last. Look for durable fabrics, sturdy tires, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, so you can put them in your garage or boot.

All the prams on this list allow the baby to lie down on their backs. This is important for babies, as it helps them develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. Many are designed to adapt to your child's needs, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked on and off the frame at a time when your child is no longer using it.

If you are considering buying a pram for the very first time, a travel strollers system that comes with an infant carrycot and car seats could be worth a look. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a handy feature that allows you to raise and lower your child with the click of a button so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close which she said was really important to her since he was at an exploratory stage.

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 double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable 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, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as much as they can in order to promote development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it is essential that all prams permit this. Some models provide a flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have a seat that reclines to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her baby at the touch of a button and keep him in the view of others, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great choice for those who want to nip around town with ease as the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres allow you to take it off road and onto rough terrain. It's also a smart option if you're thinking of having another child in the near future because it easily converts from a single pushchair to a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies because it includes a carrycot which can be folded 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 offer. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of things you'd expect on a pram of the highest quality and its sleek design makes it easy to handle on a variety of terrains. It's also a great option if you live in a large city and need to negotiate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. You can choose from a range of colors to suit your preferences.