Top Prams For Your Baby's First Year

A pram is among the most expensive baby gear investments parents will make. The best travel stroller model will ease your life, starting from the first day and continuing through the toddler years.

Our expert has tested this top pram that ticks all the right boxes: luxurious materials, a spacious hamper, puncture-proof tires and a frame that can be converted from a carrycot that is flat, to a double stroller.

iCandy Peach 7

The iCandy Peach 7 premium pram is the ideal choice for parents who are looking for a stylish and luxurious travel system. It has all of the features you would expect from a top stroller, and it can be modified to your child's needs as they progress into toddlerhood. It comes with a large seat and carrycot that can be switched to either facing the world or parents as well as an integrated ride-on board for older siblings. You can also include a compatible car seat to complete the travel system.

It comes with a variety of matching accessories as part of the Complete Bundle including a changing bag, cup holder and parasol which Gemma says makes it an excellent value for money. The zippered pocket on the seat and the canopy that can be extended make it an extremely useful item.

The suspension has been upgraded and the fabrics upgraded to ensure a smoother ride. iCandy has added a head-hugging hood to support the shoulders and neck of your child as they develop. The seat is now 20mm more and padded to provide an easier ride. The new pop-up harness that is easy to slide. The front apron has an extended storm flap.

The iCandy Peach 7 has an extra-large barless storage basket with a capacity of 10kg. It can hold coats, shopping bags and other items. It can be accessed by lifting the seat using elevators, which makes it easier to get your baby into and out of the seat. A multi-position recline, adjustable calf support and the zipped footmuff is among the beneficial features. This model has an adjustable bar bumper that allows you to reach your baby without having to remove the bar that is used to protect the bumper.

iCandy Orange 3,

The iCandy Orange is an elegant and functional pram, designed to accommodate family life and grow with your child. It has a premium look with clever features and luxurious fabrics. It's one of the prams that cost most, but the price is worth it for a fashionable and high-quality pushchair.

The 2021 update has enhanced the iCandy Orange with lighter wheels and a redesigned seat that makes it even more comfortable. The soft, cushioned fabrics are color blocked to give the design a an elegant and stylish look. It's also a stroller that is practical, with a recline that's easy to use, and cinema seating for maximum comfort for your child.

The Ride-on Board integrated into the frame is one of the most exciting features. It allows you to connect the toddler's board to the Orange Frame to create a dual travel system. This is a hugely innovative feature that will delight parents with older siblings and is certain to be popular with buyers.

The seat and carrycot can be placed in either parent or open mode, which adds flexibility to your daily journeys. It's wonderful to have this level of flexibility in a compact double buggy, and it will provide you with peace of mind that your children can be close to you or exploring the world on their own.

The iCandy Orange takes a little while to assemble however, it's very easy. When it's time to use it, simply press the triggers on either side of the chassis. It will then lock itself automatically. It also free-stands when folded and is a major benefit. This is a stroller can be used with confidence even if your child begins to walk.

Bugaboo Fox 3

The Fox 3 is a new generation of Bugaboo's famous flagship stroller. It's sleek, modern and hard to beat. The Fox 3's top-quality fabrics, clever designs and sophisticated appearance will make your baby stand out.

It is light, durable and easy to maneuver. It has large, puncture-proof tires that have four wheels for a smooth ride on any surface or bumps. It features an inner joint that allows for soft bounce, and a large bassinet that is comfortable and convenient for you to use. Its signature peek a boo window and breeze panel help your little one to rest comfortably and be fascinated by their surroundings.

The latest version of the Fox series is available in a variety of colourways as well as for the seat and bassinet frame. The chassis is also available in graphite to add a modern touches to the design. The chassis also features functional touch points in white which make it easy to navigate.

The Fox 3 also features a practical one-hand fold mechanism. It lets you fold the chassis and carrycot, or sports seat separately to make it easy to fit it into your trunk or store it away in the corner of your living room. This feature is perfect for parents who need to transport their baby on the road or to the plane.

The Fox 3 is an all-terrain stroller that can take you from the mountains to the ocean and everywhere in between. The big tires that are puncture-proof and the advanced 4-wheel suspension provide a smooth ride for your child. The unique central joint and suspension make it featherlight and agile when it comes to stairs and curbs.

Stokke Xplory X

Stokke, a Scandanavian company known for its unique twist on childhood essentials like high chairs and cots, has taken its market-leading Xplory stroller to the next step with its latest version. This upscale model, which can be used from birth, delivers the security and quality parents expect without sacrificing style or luxury.

The Xplory X from Stokke is the first stroller to lift your child's head to eye level with you. This offers a variety of advantages including better interactions, stronger bonds, more comfort and an easier ride. The Xplory is also narrow and agile, offering superior maneuverability from the swivel wheels and single-handed steering. It is available with a carrycot to accommodate infants, a car seats for infants for travel systems and a toddler board for older siblings.

A range of new fabrics give the Xplory a luxurious feeling. The handlebar and seat rail are made from a soft, PFC-free leatherette, while the harness pads and webbing are branded and 3D engraved. A spacious shopping bag replaces the V6’s origami-style folding design. It also matches with a new footrest to provide additional leg support for your growing baby.

Another benefit of the Xplory is that it is able to be purchased with a newborn carry cot and the patented Xplory car seat adaptors which make it compatible with most major brands of infant car seats. This means you can use it from birth until in the event that your child's weight doesn't exceed 22kg at the time of full-grown. It also includes key accessories, such as the foot muff and raincover. The Xplore is priced in the premium bracket, alongside the Bugaboo Lynx and Silver Cross Pioneer 2020, with prices starting at PS845. The Xplory is available from 6 months up to 22kg (around 4 years) and a newborn carry cot costs an additional PS205.

Salsa 4

A four-wheeled "brother" to the three-wheeler Salsa 3 Style, the Salsa 4 is a lightweight pram that offers excellent comfort for double stroller your baby. The ball bearings and wheel suspension assist in keeping the frame from jolting when bumps occur. The Overnight Sleep mattress together with the protective blanket with a zip will ensure that your child can sleep well even on long trips.

The huge sun canopy as well as the huge shopping basket are included. You can bring everything you need for your child's outings you, including a car seat and a rain cover. The canopy is also height-adjustable and the backrest as well as footrest can be adjusted to increase the comfort of your child's seats.

Salsa 4 by ABC Design is a stroller that was designed to adapt to the changing needs of your child. It includes a carrycot suitable to be used from birth and an infant seat that can be used up to six months. The seat can be set in both parent and world-facing directions, and it can be clipped onto the chassis easily.

The pneumatic tyres of the stroller and the suspension wheel give you a feeling of traveling on clouds. The front wheels of the stroller can rotate 360 degrees making it easy to navigate on uneven surfaces. It is lightweight and agile, making it easy for you to maneuver in tight spaces.

The ABC Design Salsa 4 pram is a lightweight, versatile stroller that can grow with your child. Its reclining seat can be adjusted to suit your child's comfort. The pram has a large and flexible shopping basket and is quiet to drive. It's also a budget option. The ABC Design Salsa 4 comes in many colors, and has a unique design that will make you stand out.