What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or sling, is the primary form of transport for babies and toddlers. A quality pram is a blend of comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for all family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic Pram For Newborn for newborns to 3-year-old children. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

If you're out and about with a baby, you'll want to be sure they're comfortable. There are prams to ensure that your baby isn't shivering anything.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and strengthens their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position when your baby is able to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It features smooth, curving lines and a bucket-shaped seat which does not recline into an upright position, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than other prams, weighing less than 8kg, but it has solid chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to handle more rugged terrains.

If you're looking for something more budget-friendly but with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does have a large storage basket. It also has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you are new to parenting we suggest you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat as well as a pram 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 wake them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical pram that can convert easily from a lie-flat 'pramette to a pushchair for toddlers compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps to entrap their legs or heads. The straps must be cushioned, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Also, you should examine the buckles on your harness to make sure that they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. A lot of children are hospitalized every year due to injuries from strollers or prams. The main cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the most sturdy pushchairs prams pushchairs can topple if you hook bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls into or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling off a pram or stroller. If a child is not securely secured in the pram, they may fall out of the pram and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some sale prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to shield your baby in both directions from the sun. This is a great feature since you will not be having to wake your child up when you are changing their position in the pram or while you are going to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, such as snacks for your toddler or child and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without being within sight. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep, which can cause them to fall off the pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A pram or a stroller is not a substitute for the cot. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble most prams in order to put them into the trunk of your car. This process 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 several years of wear. This includes the need to endure walking in the rain and many car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice can perform the task you want it to. You should ensure that your pram is in the right color or design that isn't prone to fading so you don't look as if you've slipped out of fashion.

The top prams are constructed of high-quality materials and are designed to last. So, look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow babies to lay on their backs. This is important for newborns, because it allows them to develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child. Some have carrycots, or a reclined seat that can be easily removed and put back on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you are buying a pram for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that has a carrycot and a car seat could be worth a look. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent facing pushchair tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It comes with an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby at the touch of one button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with them and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to double pushchair and has 30 different configurations, and comes with premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but you could use it for more than one child, if you need to and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it's important that all prams allow this. Some models allow an entirely flat position using a carrycot that is fully reclinable, while others feature a seat that can recline to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature, and it's fantastic at that as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child with a push of an button, keeping him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.

It's a great pram for those who wish to get around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to move it off the road and into rough terrain. It's a great choice when you are planning to have a child in the future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair into a twin or double pram.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish premium option that is both stylish and comfortable. It's suitable for newborns because it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats in the event that you purchase it separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams provide. This saves time and makes it simpler to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are the kinds of 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 if you live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or congested pathways regularly. Although it's not inexpensive but the quality and versatility of this stroller mean that it can save you money over the long term by avoiding the need to buy an additional pushchair for toddlers. It's available in an extensive selection of colors and you can choose one that matches your personal style.