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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or Sling, is the most popular method of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram blends comfort, safety and design to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns to 3-year-old kids. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your child to be at ease when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all allow your baby to lie flat, which is important for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat increases oxygen saturation and supports their developing hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your child is able to sit up.

For a really high-end feel this Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position but does have a padded liner and mattress. It's also a little lighter than most prams, weighing less than 8kg, but it has solid chassis and grained leather details as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

If you want something more budget-friendly but still with the same 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 tried but it does have a big storage basket and an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're a first-time parent we recommend a travel system bundle that includes a Pram for newborn and a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their child from their car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

A pram must have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. You should also check the harness buckles to ensure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised each year because of injuries from strollers or prams. The primary reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams can tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another common cause of injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If the harness of a baby is not secured properly, it could cause them to fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the proper position.

Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This is a useful feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake while you change their position in the pram or when you go in and out of shops. There are also other features that are useful, like snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without being within reach. Babies are prone to wriggling while sleeping and could cause them to fall out of the stroller travel or pram. This can lead to suffocation and strangulation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should only be used for brief periods during the day.

The majority of prams require you to dismantle them to fit them into the boot of your car so it's recommended to familiarize yourself with the process before you purchase one. Check how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and wear and tear. This includes surviving walking in the rain and numerous car journeys, so you must ensure your choice is able to do the job you need it to. You also want your stroller to have the form of a color or print that doesn't get outdated so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are built to last, so you should look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, so you can put them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams on this list allow your baby to lay flat. This is important for babies, because it allows them to develop their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Some are made to grow with your child and some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked on and off the frame when your child outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that comes with the carrycot as well as car seats could be worth a look. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It has a nifty feature that allows you to raise and lower your child with the click of a button, so you can maintain eye contact and keep them close, which she described as being important to her since he was in an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 in 1 pram is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations. It also 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 needed and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie as flat as they can. This will aid in their development and improve oxygen levels in the lungs. Some models allow for a completely flat position by using a carrycot that can be completely reclined, while others feature a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for this, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child by pressing the button to keep him in view, while still maintaining closeness and eye contact.

It's a great choice for those who wish to nip around town with ease as the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres permit you to move it off the road and onto rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a second child in the near future, as it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair into a twin pram or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's suitable for babies since it comes with a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with car seats when purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place, which is an option that not all prams offer. This reduces time and makes it easier to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are all features you would expect to see on a high-end model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over diverse terrains. This is a great option when you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets or congested walkways regularly. While it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this pram make it possible to save you money in the end by avoiding the need to purchase an additional pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a variety of colors to suit your preferences.