What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or pushchair) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A good pram is a blend 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 great stroller for newborns and 3-year-old kids. Its reversible handle allows you to tilt the seat so that your child can look at you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and around with a baby, you need to ensure that they're safe. There are prams that ensure that your baby isn't shivering any sensations.

All the prams listed in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is important for newborns as it improves oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position when your baby is able to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines and a bucket-shaped seat which doesn't recline into an upright position however it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. But it has a sturdy chassis with grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something more affordable, but still with the same design Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The stylish, one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight than some of the other prams we tested but it has an impressively big storage basket and an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent, we recommend that you look into the travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This will make it easier to get your baby from the car to the pram without disturbing them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. 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

The pram should be fitted with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also have no gaps in which their heads or legs could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Every year, a lot of children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. The most common cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling or squirming and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another frequent cause of injuries is falling from the pram or stroller. If a child is not properly secured, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always locked in place.

Some prams have a reversible shade which can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram or when you are going in and out of shops. Other useful features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat and a handlebar that locks in place when you are not using it.

It is not advisable to leave a child sleeping in their stroller unless they are within sight of them at all times. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A pram or a stroller should not be used as a substitute for the crib. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is necessary to take apart most prams in order to put them in the trunk of your car. This process must be mastered before you buy one. Also, pram bags consider how it is easy to put the various sections back together and click them into place.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your pram can handle the mud of a walk and also multiple car trips. You should ensure that your stroller is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading to avoid looking like you've fallen out of style.

The top prams are constructed of high-quality materials and are built to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The most effective best prams are small and fold easily, so you can put them in your garage or even the boot.

All the sale prams in this list allow babies to lie down on their backs. This is crucial for babies, because it allows them to develop their spine and hips and improves oxygenation levels. Many are designed to grow with your child, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame when your little one outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that has a carrycot and a car seat may be worth a look. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It comes with a clever feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the push of a button, so you can maintain eye contact and keep them close which she claimed was important to her as he was at an exploratory stage.

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

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will aid in their development and improve oxygen saturation in the lung. Some models create a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature seats that recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She loved that she could raise or lower her infant with a push of an button, keeping him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and proximity.

The frame is ideal for nipping around town and the puncture-proof wheels allow you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a good option if you're thinking of having another child in future since it is able to convert from a single pram to a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish 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 can be folded with the carrycot still in place This is a feature that not all prams offer. This is time-saving and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are all features you'd expect on a high-end model, but the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver around different terrains. It's also a great option when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap prams, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller (Www.sohochung.com). It's available in an extensive selection of colors and you can choose one that fits your personal style.