What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, stroller or Sling, is the most popular method of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram is a combination 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 children from newborns to 3 years old. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your child to be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams that will ensure that your baby isn't shivering any sensations.

All the prams in this guide allow your baby lie flat. This is essential for newborns as it improves oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your child is able to sit up.

For a luxurious experience it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position but does have a padded liner and mattress. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing less than 8kg but has solid chassis and grained leather details and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to be used in more rural environments.

The Minu V2 is a great choice to consider if you're looking to buy something that has a similar appearance but at a lower price. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as light as some of the other prams we've tested however it comes with a big storage basket and an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent, we recommend that you look into a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their child from the car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system prams system is an elegant and practical pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette, into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It should also have no gaps between their head and legs that could get stuck. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they expand. Also, you should inspect the buckles of your harness to make sure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. The main reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you hook bags on the handles, or if a wriggling child can get in or out of the seat without the harness being done up.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram or stroller. If a child's harness is not secured properly it can cause them to fall from the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into the correct position.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from sun in both directions. 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 and out of shops. There are other features that are useful, such as an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them in sight. Babies are susceptible to wiggle while asleep and can cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram or a stroller is not a substitute for the crib. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the day.

It is necessary to take apart most prams in order to place them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase a pram. Also, consider how it is easy to put the different parts back together and then click them in place.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to endure several years of wear and wear and tear. You need to ensure that your baby's pram is able to handle muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. Also, you want your pram to come in a print or colour that doesn't get outdated to avoid looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The best travel stroller prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are designed to last. Look for durable materials as well as sturdy tires and an effective suspension system. The top prams feature a compact fold so you can store them easily in your garage or in the boot when not when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lay flat, which is crucial for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many of these prams have been designed to expand with your child's. Some come with a carrycot, or a fully-reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on as your child grows.

If you are considering buying a pram for the first time, a travel system that has an infant carrycot and car seats could be of interest. Our parent tester Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of one button. This lets you keep eye contact with them and keep them close.

Another option is 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 pushchair that converts from a single to a double pushchair with 30 different configurations, and comes with luxurious fabrics, an expandable 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, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns need to lay flat as much as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's important that all prams allow this. Some models permit an all-flat position by using a carrycot that is completely reclined, while others have a seat which 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 10-month-old daughter. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child with a push of the button to keep him in the same position while maintaining eye contact and proximity.

It's a great stroller for those who wish to get around town with ease as the frame is an ideal size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres let you move it off the road and into rough terrain. It's also a good choice if you're planning on having another child in the near future because it easily converts 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 as it includes a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with car seats when purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place This is an option that not all prams have. This is time-saving and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of things you'd expect on a premium pram and its sleek design makes it easy to handle on any terrain. This is an excellent choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded pathways on a regular basis. It's not cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the need for an additional stroller for your toddler. You can choose from a wide range of colors that will fit your personal style.