What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or a pushchair) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram is a combination of comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for infants to 3 years old. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

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

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and helps support their hips and spine. They also come with a seat which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

For a luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. But it is sturdy and has the grained leather accents and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something less expensive but still with the same style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a new parent we suggest you look into a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that attach to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to transfer their child from the car to the pram without having to wake them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' lying flat' to a toddler-friendly pushchair newborn 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 that could trap their legs or head. The straps must be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not damaged and show signs of wear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the main reason for these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets in or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another reason for injury is falling off the stroller or pram shops near me. If a child's harness is not fastened properly it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some prams come with a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in either direction from the sun. This feature is useful because you won't have to wake up your baby every time you change their position in the stroller or when you go into and out of shops. There are other features that are useful, for example snacks for your toddler or child and drink holders. You can also find an extra shopping basket under the seat.

It is not advisable to let a child sleep in their stroller unless they are within their reach at all times. Babies can be prone to wiggle during sleep and could cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could result in suffocation and strangulation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to place them in the trunk of your car. This procedure is something you should know before you purchase one. Also check how easy it is to get the different sections back together and click to put them back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to endure several years of wear. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand slippery walks, as well as multiple car trips. Also, you want your pram to be in an image or color that won't date quickly so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The best prams will be constructed from high-quality materials and are designed to last. Look for durable materials, sturdy tires, and a well-designed system of suspension. The most reliable prams have a compact fold so you can store them easily in your garage or boot when not being used.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lay flat. This is important for infants because it allows them to develop their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. A lot of them are designed to grow with your child with some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked on and off the frame when your child outgrows it.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel system which is an all-in-one package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the touch of one button. This lets you maintain eye contact with them and keep them close.

Another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two children, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but you could use it for more than one child, if you need to and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

All Prams Pushchairs Prams Pushchairs should allow newborns to lie flat as possible. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen levels in the lungs. Some models allow an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be completely reclined, while others have a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled that she could raise or lower her baby at the push of a button, keeping him in view while maintaining eye contact and closeness.

The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof tires permit you to drive it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a great option if you're thinking of having another child in the near future because it easily converts from a single childs pram to a twin or double pushchair car seat.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's suitable for newborns because it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with a car seat, if you buy it separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place, which is a feature that not all prams provide. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are things you would expect to see on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over diverse terrains. It's also a great option if you live in a large city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks frequently. It's not cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the need for a separate stroller for toddlers. It's available in an extensive range of colors, too, so you can choose one that matches your personal style.