Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or a pushchair) is the most popular form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of safety, comfort, and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for children from newborns to 3 years old. The reversible handle lets you to tilt the seat so that your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and about with a baby, you need to ensure that they're safe. There are prams that ensure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all allow your baby to lay flat, which is important for infants as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and supports their developing hips and spine. They also come with a seat which can be transformed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

For a luxurious experience this Venicci egg2 has a cosy cocoon feel for your newborn with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seating that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but has an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, at a weight of just 8kg. However, it is sturdy and has grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first time parent facing pushchair We suggest that you consider the travel pram system that includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This allows parents to move their child from the car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional triple pram that can convert easily from a lie-flat 'pramette' to a toddler-friendly pushchair compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five-point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps to entrap their heads or legs. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Also, you should check the harness buckles to ensure they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised every year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. The most common reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the sturdiest prams can fall over if you hang bags onto the handles, or if a wriggling child gets into or out of the seat without the harness being secured.

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

Some prams have a reversible shade that can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is useful because you won't have to wake your baby every time you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter stores and out. Other useful features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat and the handlebar locks into position when you're not using it.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without being in sight. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep, which can cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram should not be used as a substitute for the cot. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the day.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to put them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure is something you should know before you purchase one. Check how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to endure a long time of wear. This includes having to deal with walking in the rain and numerous car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice is able to fulfill the tasks you require it to. It is important to ensure that your stroller is in a color or pattern that will not date easily so you don't look like you've lost fashion.

The best prams will be constructed of top-quality materials and are designed to last. You should look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and an efficient suspension system. The best prams will also feature a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or the boot when not when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow your baby to lay on their backs. This is important for babies, because it allows them to develop their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Some are made to adapt to your child's needs and some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame 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 includes both an infant carrycot and a car seat could be of interest. Our parent tester Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child with the touch of a single button. This lets you maintain eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

Another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be transformed from a single pushchair into double in 30 different configurations. It also features the sun canopy which can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not inexpensive however, you can use it with multiple children, if needed. Similar to our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot is a great option to use as early as.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as they can to help develop and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it is essential that all prams allow this. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature seats that recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for this, as our parent facing pram tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled that she could raise or lower her little one with the push of a button, keeping him in view while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

This frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a smart choice if you're planning on having another child in future since it can easily be converted from a single pram into a double or twin pushchair.

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

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of things you'd expect on a pram of the highest quality, but its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver on a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice if you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks regularly. While it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this pram mean that it can save you money in the end by eliminating the need to purchase a separate toddler pushchair. You can choose from a variety of colors to match your preferences.