Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or running pushchair) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram is a blend of safety, comfort and design that makes walking fun for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for infants to 3 years old. The reversible handle lets you to rotate the seat so your child can face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you need to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your child does not feel anything.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide all allow your baby to lay flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their spine and hips. They also have a seat that can be changed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which does not recline into flat, but it does have padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. But it has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as the other prams we tested but it does have a large storage basket and extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're new to parenting, we recommend that you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to transfer your child from the car to the pram without waking them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram for travel that can be converted easily from a lie-flat 'pramette into a toddler-friendly pushchair, compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps between their head and legs that could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Also, you should inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year due to injuries from strollers or prams. The primary reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the most robust prams could fall over if you hang bags onto the handles, or if a wriggling child can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.

A frequent cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If a child is not securely secured in the pram, they may fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from sun in both directions. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you go in and out of shops. Other useful features include a snack tray and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket underneath the seat, and the handlebar locks into position when you're not using it.

You should never let a child sleep in their pram unless you are within sight of them at all times. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep and this can cause them to roll off the stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the day.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to place them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure should be familiarised with before you purchase a pram. Also check how easy it is to get the various sections back together and click them in place.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and wear and tear. This includes the need to endure 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. You should ensure that your pram is the right color or design that will not date easily to avoid looking as if you've slipped out of style.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They are designed to last, so you should look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, 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 in this list allow babies to lay flat. This is important for babies, because it aids in the development of their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams have been designed to expand with your child's. Some come with a carrycot, or a fully-reclined chair that can be snapped on and off as your child grows.

If you are considering buying a pram for the very first time, a travel system prams system that includes both an infant carrycot and a car seat could be of interest. We love the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby by pressing one button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single to a double pushchair with 30 different configurations, and comes with luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not inexpensive however, you can use it for multiple children, if needed. Like our top pick model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot can be used right from birth.

Style

Newborns should lie flat as much as they can to help develop and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, which is why it is essential that all prams support this. Some models permit an entirely flat position using the carrycot which is fully reclined, whereas others have a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She loved the ability to raise or lower her child by pressing an button, keeping him in sight while maintaining closeness and eye contact.

The frame is perfect for city trips, and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a great option if you're thinking of having a second child in the future because it easily converts from a single pram into a twin or double pram and pushchair pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product 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, if you buy it separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place It's an option that not all prams provide. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of features you'd expect to find on a pram of the highest quality and its sleek design makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. This is a great option for those who live in the city and must navigate narrow streets and crowded paths frequently. Although it's not inexpensive but the quality and versatility of this stroller will save you money in the end by avoiding the need to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can choose from a variety of colors to match your personal style.