What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, stroller or a sling, is the primary form of transport for babies and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of comfort, safety and design to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns to 3-year-old kids. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams that will ensure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.

All the prams in this guide allow your baby to lie flat. This is important for babies as it increases oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position when your baby is capable of sitting up.

For a truly luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon feel for your newborn with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but has padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it has a sturdy chassis with finely textured leather and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something with a similar look but at a lower price. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as some of the other prams we tried however it comes with a big storage basket and an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you are a first time parent, we recommend you consider a travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical pram for travel that can be converted easily from a lie-flat 'pramette' to a toddler-friendly pushchair travel system that is compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to trap their heads or legs. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. The primary cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you strap your bags onto the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another common cause of injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby is not securely fastened in the pram, they could fall out of the pram and suffer head or neck injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into the proper position.

Some prams come with a reversible shade which can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is beneficial because you don't have to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller or when you go into and out of stores. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat and the handlebar can be locked into place when you're not using it.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them within sight. Babies are susceptible to wriggling while sleeping and could cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to the cot. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the daytime.

Most prams require you to dismantle them to fit them into the car's boot so it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with this process before purchasing one. Check how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. You want to make sure that your pram can handle slippery walks, as well as multiple car trips. It is important to ensure that your pram is the right color or design that will not date easily so you don't look as if you've slipped out of style.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They are built to last, so you should look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an effective suspension system. The best prams will also feature a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow infants to lay flat, which is vital for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their spine and hips. Many are designed to adapt to your child's needs, with some of them having a carrycot or fully-reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame when your little one outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram for Newborn for the very first time it is recommended to consider a system that comes with a carrycot and a car seat could be worth a look. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of a button. This way you can maintain eye contact and keep them close which she claimed was important to her as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to double pushchair, with 30 possible configurations and features luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not inexpensive but you can use it with multiple children, if needed. Like our top pick iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included can be used as early as.

Style

Newborns must lay flat as much as possible to aid development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it is essential that all prams support this. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have seats that recline to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her baby by pressing a button to keep him in sight while maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof wheels allow you to take it off the road or on rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having another child in future because it easily converts from a single triple pushchair to a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It is suitable for newborns since it comes with a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car seat when purchased separately. It can be folded by putting the carrycot in place and it's something that does not happen with all prams, so it's an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect to find on a high-end model However, the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over different terrains. It's also a great option for those who live in a large city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. While it's not cheap but the quality and versatility of this pram will save you money in the long run by eliminating the need to purchase a separate toddler pushchair. You can choose from a range of colors that will fit your style.