What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort, and design to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns to 3-year-old kids. The reversible handle lets you to turn the seat so your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

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

The prams we've picked in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is important for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen levels and supports their developing hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position when your baby is able to sit up.

For a truly luxurious experience it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon feel for your newborn with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seating that does not recline to a lying-flat position but does have a padded liner and mattress. It's also lighter than most prams available at less than 8kg, but it has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather detailing as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

If you want something more budget-friendly but with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The stylish, one-hand steer model isn't as light than some of the other prams we tried but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're the first parent of your child, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that attach to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby from the car into the pram and travel system without waking them and is perfect for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

The pram should come with five-point safety harnesses that will ensure your baby's safety. 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 expand. Also, you should examine the buckles on your harness to ensure they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. A lot of children are hospitalized each year due to injuries from strollers or prams. The main reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams could tip over when you strap bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls in or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If a baby is not securely secured in the pram, they may fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always clicked into place.

Some prams come with an adjustable shade that can be used to protect your baby in both directions from the sun. This feature is beneficial since you don't need to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller or when you go into and out of shops. There are also other features that are useful, for example a snack tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. There's also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without being within sight. Babies are prone to wiggle during sleep, which can cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could result in suffocation and strangulation. A pram for Newborn or a stroller should not be used as an alternative to the cot. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the day.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them into the boot of your vehicle. This process must be mastered before you purchase a pram. Consider how easy it would be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your pram can handle muddy walks as well as a variety of car trips. It is important to ensure that your pram is in a color or pattern that will not date easily to avoid looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams are made of high-quality materials, and built to last. Look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and an efficient 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 the baby to lie down on their backs. This is important for newborns, as it helps them develop their spine and hips and improves oxygenation levels. Many of these prams have been designed to grow along with your child's. Some have a carrycot, or a reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on as your child grows.

If you are buying a pram bag for the very first time it is recommended to consider a system that comes with a carrycot and a car seat could be a good idea. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It has a nifty feature that can raise or lower your baby at the touch of a button. This way you can keep eye contact and keep them close which she said was really important for her son as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be transformed from a single pushchair car seat double, with 30 different configurations. It also has sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not inexpensive, but you can use it with multiple children if necessary. Like our top pick iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as often as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's important that all prams support this. Some models provide a flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot, while others have the seat that can recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me features the latter feature, and it's fantastic in this regard as our tester for parents Jaya found when she tested it with her 10-month-old son. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her baby at the push of a button, keeping him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

The frame is ideal for nipping around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to take it off the road or on rough terrain. It's a great option if you plan to have a child in the near future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels impressive. It's ideal for infants as it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. You can fold it with the carrycot in place which is something not all prams can do and is an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are all features you'd expect to find on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on various terrains. It's also a great choice for those who reside in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks frequently. It's not cheap, but its versatility and quality can save you money over time by avoiding the need for an additional stroller for your toddler. It's available in a broad selection of colors too, so you can pick one that fits your personal style.