What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or Sling, is the most popular method of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a blend of safety, comfort and style that makes walking enjoyable for all family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful stroller for newborns and 3-year-old children. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your baby to be comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child does not feel anything.

All the prams listed in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is crucial for babies as it increases oxygenation and supports their 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 with a cocoon feel for your baby. It has smooth, curving lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which does not recline into an upright position, but it does have padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also a little lighter than most prams, weighing less than 8kg but has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather details, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can be used in more rural environments.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something that has a similar appearance but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams but it does come with a large storage basket. It also comes with an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you are a first-time parent We suggest you consider the travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This will make it easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without waking them and is ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' that lies flat to a pushchair for toddlers that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby pram safe. It must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads are likely to get caught. The straps should be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you hook bags onto the handles, or if a child with a wriggling gets into or out of the seat without the harness being properly secured.

Another reason for injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If a baby is not securely secured in, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. This is why it is crucial to ensure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from the sun in both directions. This is a great feature as you can avoid having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram, or when you are going to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, like a snack tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them in sight. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep and this may cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and cause strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to put them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure must be mastered before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram must be able endure a long time of wear. This includes surviving the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice can do the job you need it to. It is important to ensure that your stroller is in a color or pattern that won't fade easily to avoid looking like you've fallen out of style.

The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and built to last. Look for durable fabrics, sturdy tires, and an effective suspension system. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, allowing you to put them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All prams on this list allow the baby to lie down on their backs. This is important for newborns, because it aids in the development of their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams have been designed to grow along with your child. Some come with a carrycot, or a reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child outgrows them.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel set which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month-old son. It is a revolutionary feature that lets you raise and lower your child by pressing a single button. This allows you to keep your eyes on your child and keep them close.

Another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 in 1 pram which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that can be converted from a single to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not expensive but you can use it for more than one child if you need to. And like our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot is a great option to use right from birth.

Style

Newborns need to lay flat as often as possible to aid development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it is essential that all prams allow this. Some models allow an all-flat position by using the carrycot which is completely reclined, while others have a seat which reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature, and it's fantastic in this regard as our tester for parents Jaya found when she tested it with her son of 10 months. She loved the ability to raise or lower her infant with a push of the button to keep him in sight and still maintain the eye contact and closeness.

The frame is ideal for city trips and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to drive it off road or over rough terrain. It's an excellent choice when you are planning to have a second child in the near future since it can be transformed from a single pushchair a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams offer. This saves time and makes it simpler to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect to find in a top model, but the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver over different terrains. It's also a great option if you reside in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. You can choose from a variety of colors to match your style.