What Makes Good Prams?

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

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for babies to 3 years old. The reversible handle lets you to rotate the seat so your child can look at either 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 to ensure that your baby isn't shivering any discomfort.

All the prams listed in this guide allow your baby to lie flat. This is crucial for newborns since it improves oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. They also come with seats which can be transformed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which does not recline into flat, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than the majority of prams on the market at less than 8kg, but it has a sturdy chassis and grained leather details, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof, and can be used in more rural environments.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something that has a similar appearance but at a lower price. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as light than some of the other prams we tried however it comes with a big storage basket and an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're the first parent of your child we recommend the travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that attach to the same frame. This will make it easier to get your baby from the car into the pram without having to wake them up and is ideal for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is an elegant and practical pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize 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 legs or head. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a lot of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the primary reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple when you hang bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets in or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the pram and travel system or stroller. If a baby isn't securely secured in, they could fall out of the foldable stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from sun in either direction. 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 go to and from the shops. Other useful features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a basket for shopping under the seat, and the handlebar locks in place when you are not using it.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within reach. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this may cause them to slide off the pram or stroller and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a cot. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to put them in the trunk of your car. This process is something you should know before you purchase a pram. Also, check how it is easy to put the different sections back together before putting them into place.

Durability

A pram must be able stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You want to make sure that your baby's pram is able to handle the mud of a walk as well as a variety of car trips. You want to make sure that your pram is in the right color or design that will not date easily so you don't look like you've lost fashion.

The most effective prams are constructed of high-quality materials and are designed to last, so you should look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels and a well-designed suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, so you can store them in your garage or even the boot.

All prams on this list allow your baby to lie down flat. This is important for babies, because it aids in the development of their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. A lot of them are designed to grow with your child and some having a carrycot or fully-reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame for when your little one outgrows it.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel system which is an all-in-one package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of a single button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with your child and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be converted from a single pushchair a double with 30 different configurations. It also comes with sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap, but you can use it for more than one child if you need to. Like our top pick, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used as early as.

Style

Newborns should lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, which is why it's essential that all prams support this. Some models allow a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have the seat that can recline to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature and is fantastic in this regard, as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her son who was 10 months old. She loved that she could raise or lower her baby with a push of an button, keeping him in sight while maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

It's a great stroller for those that want to get around town easily as the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres let you remove it from the road and into rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a child in the future, as it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair to a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot in place - something that does not happen with all prams, so it's an efficient and easy feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of features you'd expect to see on a premium pram and its sleek design makes it easy to maneuver on a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice when you live in a large city and have to navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate stroller for toddlers. You can choose from a range of colors that will fit your personal style.