What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or Sling, is the main form of transport for babies and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of safety, comfort, and design to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. The reversible handle lets 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'll want to ensure that they're safe. There are prams that will 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 since it improves oxygenation and strengthens their hips and spine. They also come with a seat that can be converted to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It features smooth, curving lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which doesn't recline into flat however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg. But it has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something a bit less expensive but with a similar style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as light as some of the other prams we've tested but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an extended hood with UPF50+ protection, which will keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're the first parent of your child we suggest you look into a compact travel pram system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to transfer their child from the car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel pushchair system is an elegant and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette, or a lie-flat 'pramette to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to entrap their legs or heads. The straps must be cushioned, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not damaged and show signs of wear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year because of injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the primary cause of these injuries. Even the sturdiest prams can fall over if you hang bags onto the handles, or if a wriggling child can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram or stroller. If a child's harness is not fastened properly, it could cause them to fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always locked in place.

Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This is a great feature as you can avoid having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram or when you are going to and from the shops. There are also other features that could be useful, like an eating tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. You can also find a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

It is not advisable to leave a sleeping child in their pram unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep, which can cause them to fall off the pram or stroller and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to the cot. It is best to use it for short periods during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble most prams in order to fit them in the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase a pram. Also, check how easy it is to get the different sections back together before putting them into place.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your baby's pram is able to handle the mud of a walk, as well as multiple car trips. You also want your pram to be in a print or colour that doesn't get outdated so that you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style.

The best prams are made of high-quality materials, and designed to last. Look for durable materials as well as sturdy tires and an effective suspension system. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, so you can store them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams in this list allow babies to lay flat, which is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. A lot of these prams are designed to expand with your child. Some include a carrycot or a reclined seat that can be snapped on and off as your child grows.

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

Another alternative is 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 stroller that can be transformed from a single pushchair double pram, with 30 different configurations. It also features a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. 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

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as they can. This will help with their development and increase oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models create a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycots, while others have seats that recline to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic at that as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her son of 10 months. She loved the fact that she could raise or lower her baby at the touch of a button and keep him in view while maintaining eye contact and closeness.

It's a great stroller for those that want to nip around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres let you take it off road and on to rough terrain. It's an excellent choice if you plan to have a child in the near future, as it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams provide. This is time-saving and makes it easier to use.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are all the things you'd expect on a premium pram however, its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. This is a great option for those who live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or congested paths regularly. The pram for Newborn isn't cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of an additional stroller for your toddler. You can choose from a variety of colors to suit your style.