Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide For 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 quality pram is a blend of safety, comfort and design that makes walking enjoyable for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for babies to three years old. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

Your baby should be at ease when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your little one does not feel anything.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide allow your baby to lie flat, which is crucial for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their hips and spine. They also come with seats that can be converted to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which doesn't recline into an upright position, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. But it has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something more affordable, but still with the same style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and protected.

If you're a first-time parent We suggest that you look into a travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to get your baby from the car into the pram without having to wake them up and is perfect for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' that lies 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 keep your baby safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to trap their legs or heads. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on your harness to make sure they're not cracked and show signs of wear. A lot of children are hospitalized every year due to injuries from compact strollers or prams. The primary cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams can topple if you hook bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If the harness of a baby isn't secured correctly it can cause them to fall from the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is crucial to ensure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

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

It is not advisable to leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and cause suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the day.

Most prams require you to disassemble them in order to put them in the car's boot so it's an excellent idea to familiarize yourself with this procedure before purchasing one. Also check how easy it is to get the various sections back together and click them in place.

Durability

A pram must be able stand up to the wear and tear of many years. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice can fulfill the tasks you require it to. It is important to ensure that your stroller is in a color or pattern that isn't prone to fading so you don't look like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams will be constructed of top-quality materials and are designed to last. Look for durable materials, sturdy tires, and a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily so that you can put them in your garage or the boot of your car.

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

If you are purchasing a pram for the very first time, a travel system that comes with an infant carrycot and a car seat could be of interest. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It comes with an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child with the touch of one button. This allows you to keep eye contact with your child and keep them close.

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, with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but you could use it for more than one child in the event of need and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as often as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, which is why it's essential that all prams support this. Some models allow an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be fully reclined, whereas others feature a seat that can recline to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She loved the fact that she could raise or lower her little one with the press of a button to keep him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

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

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's suitable for babies because it comes with a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with a car seat if purchased separately. You can even fold it by putting the carrycot in place - something that isn't the case with all prams, so it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are all the things you'd expect on a pram of the highest quality however, its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. It's also a great option when you live in a large city and need to negotiate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks regularly. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the need for a separate toddler stroller. You can pick from a wide range of colors to match your style.