Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide Towards Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

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

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby babiie stroller is a great stroller for newborns and 3-year-old children. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so that your child can either face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

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

The prams we've picked in this buying guide allow your baby to lay flat, which is important for infants as lying flat improves oxygen saturation and helps support their growing hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is able to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines, a bucket-shaped seat, that doesn't recline to an upright position however it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it is sturdy and has finely textured leather and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great choice if you're looking for something that has a similar appearance but for a lesser price. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a first time parent, we recommend that you look into the best travel pram system that includes a car seat and pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to move their child from the car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional travel system pram that converts easily from a lie-flat 'pramette into a toddler-friendly pushchair that is compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to keep your baby safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to trap their heads or legs. The straps must be cushioned and easily adjustable as your child grows. Also, you should examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. The most common cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams can topple if you hook bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls out or in the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another common cause of injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If a child's harness is not secured properly it can cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. It is therefore essential to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into place.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will shield your baby from sun in any direction. This is a useful feature since you will not be having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram or while you go to and from the shops. There are also other features that could be useful, for example snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

You should never leave a child sleeping in their stroller unless they are within their reach at all times. Babies can be prone to wiggle during sleep, which could cause them to fall out of the stroller or pram. This can lead to suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a crib and should only be used for short periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to fit them in the trunk of your car. This process should be familiarised with before you purchase one. Consider how easy it would be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to endure many years of wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through many car journeys, which is why you must ensure your choice can do the job you need it to. It is also important for your pram to be in a print or colour that doesn't get outdated so that you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style.

The top prams are constructed of high-quality materials and are designed to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and an efficient suspension system. The most reliable prams feature a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or the boot when not when not in use.

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

If you are buying an infant stroller for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that comes with the carrycot as well as a car seat could be worth a look. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of one button. This lets you maintain eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair double in 30 different configurations. It also has a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child in the event of need and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns should lie flat as much as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, which is why it is essential that all prams allow this. Some models allow an entirely flat position using a carrycot that is fully reclinable, while others have a seat which 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 that she could raise or lower her child at the touch of a button to keep him in view while maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

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

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that looks and feels impressive. It's ideal for babies since it comes with a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. You can even fold it by putting the carrycot in place and it's something that not all prams can do which is why it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect to find on a premium model However, the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over various terrains. This is a great choice for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or congested walkways regularly. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the need for a separate stroller for toddlers. It's available in an extensive range of colors, too, so you can pick one that fits your personal style.