What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or pushchair) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A quality pram is a combination of comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for all the family members.

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

Comfort

When you're out and about with a baby, you want to be sure they're comfortable. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one isn't apprehensive.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lie flat. This is important for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position when your baby is capable of sitting up.

For a really high-end experience it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seating that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but has padding on the liner and mattress. It's also lighter than the majority of prams on the market at under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather details and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to take on more rural settings.

The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a new parent we recommend a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to transfer your child from the car to the pram without waking them and is ideal for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical pram for travel that can be converted easily from a'pramette' lying flat' to a toddler-friendly pushchair, compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram must have a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of 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 ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. The main cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you attach bags to the handles or if a child with a wriggling gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being properly secured.

A common cause of injury is falling from a childs pram, or stroller. If a baby is not securely secured in the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into place.

Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to protect your baby in either direction from the sun. This feature is beneficial because you won't have to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter and out of stores. There are also other features that could be useful, like an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within reach. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this can cause them to roll off the pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for short periods during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you to disassemble them in order to fit them into the car's boot so it's recommended to familiarize yourself with this process before purchasing one. Consider how easy it would be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes surviving walking in the rain and numerous car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice will fulfill the tasks you require it to. It is important to ensure that your triple stroller is in a colour or print that will not date easily to avoid looking like you've fallen out of style.

The top prams are constructed of high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so you should look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The top prams feature a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or boot when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow babies to lie flat, which is vital for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child's. Some come with a carrycot or a reclined seat that can be removed and snapped on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you are buying an infant stroller for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that includes both an infant carrycot and car seats could be worth a look. We love the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a clever feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of a button, so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close, which she claimed was important to her since he was in an exploratory stage.

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 pushchair that can be transformed from a single pushchair into double in 30 different configurations. It also has sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not inexpensive, but you can use it with multiple children if necessary. Like our top pick model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included is a great option to use right from birth.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it's important that all prams support this. Some models allow for an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be fully reclined, whereas others feature a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for the latter, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her child with the push of a button and keep him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and closeness.

It's a great pram for those who want to get around town with ease as the frame is an ideal size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres permit you to take it off road and on to rough terrain. It's a great option if you plan to have a second child in the future since it can be converted from a single pushchair into a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish premium option that looks and feels impressive. It's suitable for babies as it includes a carrycot which can lie flat and it's compatible with car seats if purchased separately. You can even fold it with the carrycot in place - something that isn't the case with all prams, so it's an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect on a high-end model However, the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver around diverse terrains. This is a great option when you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded walkways regularly. Although it's not inexpensive however, the durability and quality of this stroller will save you money over the long term by eliminating the need to invest in a separate toddler pushchair. You can pick from a wide range of colors to suit your style.