What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the most popular form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A great pram is a combination of safety, comfort 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 to 3-year-old children. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you need to be sure they're comfortable. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one does not feel anything.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is essential for babies as it increases oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. The seats can also be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It features smooth, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shaped seat which doesn't recline into an upright position, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than the majority of prams on the market at under 8kg but still has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather details as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof, and can handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something that has a similar appearance but at a lower price. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also has an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you're a first-time parent facing pushchair We suggest that you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This allows parents to move their child from the car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is an elegant and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco iSize 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 that could trap their legs or head. The straps should 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. Many children are hospitalised every year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. Tipping over is the primary cause of these injuries. Even the most robust prams could fall over if you hang bags to the handles or if a child with a wriggling is able to get into or out of the seat without the harness being secured.

A common cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If a child's harness isn't secured correctly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. It is therefore essential to make sure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the correct position.

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 because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake while you change their position in the pram or while you are going to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, for example a snack tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram if you are not within reach. Babies are prone to wiggle during sleep and can cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could lead to suffocation and strangulation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for short periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to put them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure is something you should know before you purchase one. Also, consider how it is simple to put the various sections back together and then click to put them back together.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and tear. You should ensure that your pram can handle slippery walks as well as a variety of car trips. It is important to ensure that your pram is a color or pattern that won't fade easily so that you don't appear as if you've slipped out of style.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They are designed to last, so you should look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams in this list allow babies to lay flat, which is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their hips and spine. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child. Some come with a carrycot, or a reclined seat that can be easily removed and put back on when your child outgrows them.

If you're purchasing a new pram double for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set that is a complete package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby by pressing a single button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

Another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that can be converted from a single to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations and features premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not inexpensive however, you can use it with multiple children, if needed. Similar to our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, which is why it's important that all prams permit this. Some models permit an entirely flat position using the carrycot which is fully reclined, whereas others have a seat which reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for Triple pram the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her little one with the push of a button to keep him in view, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

The frame is ideal to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof wheels allow you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's a great option if you plan to have a second child in the near future, as it can easily be converted from a single pushchair a twin pushchair or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's suitable for newborns because it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot in place which is something does not happen with all prams and is an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect on a high-end model however, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver around different terrains. This is a great choice when you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets and crowded pathways regularly. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the need for an additional stroller for your toddler. It's available in an extensive selection of colors as well, so you can choose one that fits your personal style.