What Makes good prams (click for source)?

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

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

Comfort

You want your baby to feel comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure that your baby doesn't feel a thing.

All the prams listed in this guide let your baby lie flat. This is important for newborns as it improves oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. They also have a seat which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shaped seat which does not recline into flat however it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. But it has a sturdy chassis with grained leather details and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, but with a similar style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The stylish, one-hand steer model isn't as light than some of the other prams we've tested but it has an impressively big storage basket and an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to move their child from their car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

The pram should come with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps between their head and legs that are likely to get caught. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine 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 and strollers. The most common cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the strongest prams can tip over when you strap bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

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

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from the sun in either direction. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake your baby every time you change their position in the stroller or when you go into stores and out. Other useful features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a basket for shopping underneath the seat, and the handlebar can be locked into place when you're not using it.

It is not advisable to leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless they are within their reach at all times. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep, which can cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A pram or a stroller should not be used as a substitute for the cot. It should only be used for short periods during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you to dismantle them to put them in the trunk of your car so it's recommended to familiarize yourself with this procedure before you buy one. Also, consider how it is simple to put the various sections back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. This includes the need to endure walking in the rain and many car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice is able to fulfill the tasks you require it to. You should ensure that your pram is the right color or design that will not date easily to avoid looking as if you've slipped out of style.

The best prams are made from high-quality materials and are designed to last, so look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The most effective prams are small and fold easily, allowing you to put them in your garage or boot.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lay flat, which is essential for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Some are made to adapt to your child's needs with some having a carrycot or fully-reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame for when your child outgrows it.

If you are considering buying an infant stroller for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that has a carrycot and a car seat could be worth a look. Our tester for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that can raise or lower your child with the click of a button. This way you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close, which she described as being important to her since he was in an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be converted from a single pushchair a double with 30 different configurations. It also comes with the sun canopy which can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive however, you can use it with multiple children, if needed. And like our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included is a great option to use right from birth.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs, so it's important that all prams permit this. Some models allow an all-flat position by using a carrycot that can be fully reclinable, while others have a seat which reclines 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 10-month-old daughter. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her little one with the touch of a button to keep him in view while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great pram for those who wish to travel around town with ease as the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to move it off the road and into rough terrain. It's also a good option if you're thinking of having another child in future since it can easily be converted from a single pram to a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. You can even fold it with the carrycot in place - something that not all prams can do, so it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are all the features you'd expect to see on a high-end pram, but its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on a variety of terrains. It's also an ideal choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. Although it's not cheap, the quality and versatility of this pram mean that it can save you money in the end by avoiding the need to invest in a separate pushchair pram for toddlers. It's available in a wide variety of colors, as well, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.