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Buying a Pram Newborn

Prams and pushchairs are the multi-functional, multi-purpose allies of parents and caregivers. They are the co-pilots for your child's journey.

A pram newborn is a must for infants and newborns. It comes with a a deep, sturdy carrycot with soft and safe walls.

A pram is typically equipped with a bassinet. However, it can be transformed into a stroller seat once baby is ready.

Safety

Newborns need to be secured to the greatest extent possible. A stroller or pram equipped with safety features will ensure that your baby is in a safe and comfortable environment during travel. A stroller or pram must include a break that is working, a 5-point harness (2 shoulder straps; 2 waist straps; and the crotch belt) and a wrist tether for the person pushing it. Check that your chosen pram is up to the standards before purchasing.

Find a pram which allows your baby to ride in the recommended lying-flat position. This position supports the baby and prevents a potentially dangerous curve in the spine which can lead to spinal problems. It also reduces the chance of SUID (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome) or asphyxiation by ensuring that the airways are open. Most prams that are used from birth will include an infant seat that can recline to a lay-flat pram mode for infants and transform into a double pushchair unit for older children.

The suspension on a pram is important as it will affect how smooth the ride is. A pram with many suspensions is likely to be more costly but it may be worth it to purchase this feature if you plan to use your pram every day for a couple of years or longer.

Always read the directions and read the warning labels on your pram or stroller. Also, ensure that your stroller is parked in a secure location free of bicycles, traffic or any other potential hazards when it isn't being used. Also, you should remove any bags or other items that are not removed from the handles, as they can cause your baby to get caught or suffocate.

Even if the baby is asleep, it's not recommended to leave a pram or stroller unattended. They can wriggle and become trapped, or the pram may roll away and they could be injured. It's also not a good idea to hang bags or other items on the handles since they could fall and strike your baby's head.

Comfort

It is vital that newborns have the option of lying flat, as this promotes lung and back development. Many prams have cocoons or carrycots that creates a cozy nest-like space for your newborn and can be easily detached from the frame. Others, like the egg2's bucket-style seat do not recline to lie flat, but provide a comfy ride for your baby.

Some prams also have an extra bassinet, newborn inset or stroller seat, so you can easily switch between sleeping and sitting modes depending on your bub's requirements. This is often described as a "travel system" and is the first configuration that you should try out with your newborn.

Choose a stroller with two straps for the shoulder, ideally padded and a five-point security harness. It should fit your baby's body perfectly. Check that there are no gaps or loose areas where fingers can be trapped. Also, make sure that the buckles are easy for older children to use. Also, think about if you would like a parent-facing pram for newborn. It is great to keep an eye on your child, and makes them feel more secure by being able to see their parents.

Some prams, like the Graco Near2Me, have a handy raise and lower function that can bring your baby right up to your face at the touch of a button, which our parent testers loved! This is a great way to keep in touch with your baby, especially when they are sleeping. If you're in the market for a travel system, make sure the frame's compatibility with the car capsule you've chosen to avoid you having to wake them up when changing between car, pram and back again.

Convenience

When buying a pram newborn it is essential to consider your baby's needs for transport. Some prams pushchairs have an infant bassinet, carrycot or a seat that reclines to an upright position. This is crucial to ensure your baby's spinal development and breathing. It's also a good idea to check out the other accessories the pram comes with like an infant changing bag and a footmuff which are essential to keep your baby warm in the colder winter months.

It's also worth noting that some prams and strollers can be transformed into travel systems, permitting you to connect a car capsule to the frame via adaptors so that you can easily move your baby between the car and the pushchair without having to awake them. These are useful for those who have a hectic life or don't have a big enough boot for pram capsules, but it's important to keep in mind that your child must be old enough and able to sit on their own before you can change between the car capsule and pram.

Another feature you may want to consider is the possibility of raising and lowering your infant's seat from a low setting to a high setting, which allows you to maintain eye contact with them and keeps them close to you. This is something our parent tester found extremely useful for her 10-month-old boy! A good example is the Graco Near2Me that can be adjusted to lower the seat, allowing your baby to glide' up to you at the press of an button and maintain constant eye contact.

Make sure that your pram newborn has a solid base and wheels that are able to handle bumps and potholes and that you are able to fold it down easily and make sure the safety harness is in good working order, fits comfortably and securely (five-point instead of three-point) and is able to be adjusted as your child grows. You should be able store bags for changing and shopping under the pram (but be aware that too much weight can cause it to tip over). If you're unsure what to choose, try out some different models at your local store.