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A pram (also known as a stroller or pushchair cheap) 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 the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for children from newborns to 3 years old. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

If you're out and about with a baby, you'll want to ensure they're secure. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one doesn't feel a thing.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby to lie flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. They also have a seat that can be converted to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up.

For a luxurious experience, the Venicci egg2 has a cosy cocoon feel for your newborn with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but has padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, at a weight of just 8kg. But it has a sturdy chassis with grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great choice to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar look but for a lesser price. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you're a first-time parent we suggest you look into a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to get your baby out of the car to the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps that could trap their heads or legs. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also examine the buckles on your harness to make sure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you attach bags to the handles or if a child who is wriggling can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.

Another reason for injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby is not properly secured the pram, they may fall out of the stroller and suffer neck or head injuries. It is therefore essential to ensure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into the correct position.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can shield your baby from sun in both directions. This is a handy feature as you can avoid having to wake your baby up when you are changing their position in the pram or while you are in and out of shops. There are also other features that could be useful, for example an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without being within reach. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep, which can cause them to slide off the foldable pram or stroller and cause strangulation or suffocation. A pram or a stroller is not a substitute for the crib. It is best to use it for short periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to take apart most prams in order to put them into the boot of your vehicle. This process is something you should know before you purchase a pram. Find out how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. You need to ensure that your stroller can withstand muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. Also, you want your pram to come in an image or color that won't date quickly to avoid looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams are constructed of top-quality materials and designed to last. Look for durable materials, sturdy tires, and an effective 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 on this list allow your baby to lie on their backs. This is crucial for newborns, because it aids in the development of their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. Some are made to grow with your child with some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be moved on and off the frame at a time when your child is no longer using it.

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel system that is a complete package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our tester for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month-old son. It is a revolutionary feature that lets you raise and lower your child at the touch of one button. This allows you to keep eye contact with them and keep them close.

Another alternative is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two children, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair to a double with 30 different configurations. It also comes with a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap, but you can use it for more than one child in the event of need and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, which is why it's essential that all prams allow this. Some models permit an all-flat position by using a carrycot that is completely reclined, while others feature a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for the latter, 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 and lower her little one with the push of a button and keep him in view while maintaining eye contact and closeness.

It's a great stroller for those who want to travel around town easily as the frame is an ideal size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres let you take it off road and into rough terrain. It's also a good choice if you're planning on having a second child in the future since it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's ideal for babies since it includes a carrycot which can be rolled flat and is compatible with a car seat if purchased separately. You can fold it with the carrycot in place and it's something that does not happen with all prams which is why it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of features you'd expect to find on a premium pram and its sleek design makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice for those who live in a city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks regularly. Although it's not cheap but the quality and versatility of this pram make it possible to save you money over the long term by eliminating the need to invest in an additional pushchair travel system for toddlers. It's available in a wide range of colors, too, so you can choose one that fits your personal style.