Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide The Steps To Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or pushchair) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort, and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

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

Comfort

If you're out and about with your baby, you want to ensure that they're safe. There are prams that will make sure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all allow your baby to lay flat, which is essential for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat increases oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their hips and spine. They also have seats which can be transformed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It is smooth and has curved lines and a bucket-shaped seat which doesn't recline into a flat position however, it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also a little lighter than most prams, weighing less than 8kg, but it has solid chassis and grained leather detailing and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can be used in more rural environments.

If you're looking for something more affordable, but with the same style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and protected.

If you're a new parent we suggest you look into the travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that attach to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to wake them up. 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 be equipped with a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is secure and should not allow any gaps to trap their heads or legs. The straps must be cushioned and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not cracked and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the main cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple when you hang bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling or squirming and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury involves falling off a pram or stroller. If a child's harness is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall from the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into the proper position.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from the sun in any direction. This feature is helpful since you don't need to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller or when you go in stores and out. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a basket for shopping under the seat, and the handlebar locks into position when you are not using it.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them in sight. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this may cause them to roll off the stroller or pram and cause strangulation or suffocation. A pram or a stroller is not a substitute for the cot. It should only be used for short periods during the daytime.

Most prams require you to dismantle them to put them in the car's boot so it's recommended to familiarize yourself with this process before purchasing one. Check how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to last through many years of wear and wear and tear. You need to ensure that your baby's pram is able to handle slippery walks as well as a variety of car trips. Also, you want your pram to come in an image or color that isn't prone to fading quickly to avoid looking like you've gone out of style.

The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are built to last, so you should look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and an effective suspension system. The top prams have a compact strollers fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not when not in use.

All prams on this list allow babies to lie flat, which is essential for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some include a carrycot, or a reclined seat that can be snapped on and off when your child is outgrowing them.

If you are buying a pram for the very first time you should consider a travel system that comes with the carrycot as well as a car seat could be a good idea. Our test-driver for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a handy feature that can raise or lower your baby at the touch of a button, so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close which she described as being important to her as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be converted from a single pushchair to double in 30 different configurations. It also comes with the sun canopy which can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap however, you can use it with multiple children if necessary. And like our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot is a great option to use as early as.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as possible. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lung. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature a seat that reclines to an upright position.

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

It's a great stroller for those that want to travel around town easily as the frame is a great size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres let you remove it from the road and onto rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a child in the near future, as it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair into a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with a car seat when you purchase it separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place It's something that not all prams provide. This saves time and makes it simpler to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find in a top model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver around different terrains. This is an excellent choice if you live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded paths frequently. 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. You can choose from a variety of colors that will fit your personal style.