An Intermediate Guide The Steps To Good Prams
What Makes Good Prams?
A pram (also called a stroller or pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a blend of safety, comfort and style that makes walking enjoyable for all family members.
The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.
Comfort
When you're out and around with your baby, you need to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure that your baby doesn't feel a thing.
The prams we've picked in this buying guide allow your baby to lie flat, which is crucial for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen levels and assists in the development of their spine and hips. The seats can also be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.
Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, 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. However, it still has a sturdy chassis 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 another excellent choice. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and shaded.
If you're a first-time parent we suggest you look into the travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby from the car into the pram sale without disturbing them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.
Safety
The pram should be fitted with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps where their legs or heads can get trapped. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a lot of children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. The primary reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams can topple if you hook your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets out or in the seat before the harness has been tightened.
A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram or stroller. If a baby's harness is not secured properly it could cause them to fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.
Some prams have a reversible shade which can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake up your baby every time you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter stores and out. There are also other features that are useful, like snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a shopping basket underneath the seat.
Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not in sight. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the stroller or pram and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram should not be used as a substitute for the cot. It should only be used for short periods during the daytime.
It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to place them in the boot of your vehicle. This process should be familiarised with before you purchase one. Consider how easy it would be to put the parts back together.
Durability
A pram needs to be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and tear. This includes surviving the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you must ensure your choice can fulfill the tasks you require it to. You want to make sure that your pram is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading so that you don't appear like you've lost fashion.
The most effective prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are built to last. So, look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams will also have a compact stroller fold, so they are easy to store in your garage or the boot when not being used.
All the prams on this list allow the baby to lie down flat. This is essential for babies, because it allows them to develop their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. Many of these prams have been designed to expand with your child's. Some come with a carrycot or a reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on as your child grows.
If you're purchasing a new pram for newborn for the first time, you might be looking for a travel system which is a bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It is a revolutionary feature that lets you raise and lower your baby at the touch of a single button. This lets you keep your eyes on the baby and keep them in close proximity.
The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to a double pram pushchair with 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap however, it can be used for multiple children if necessary. Similar to our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 in 1 pram with its carrycot included, it can be used as early as.
Style
All prams should permit newborns to lay as flat as they can. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lung. Some models permit a completely flat position by using a carrycot that can be fully reclinable, while others have a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.
The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic at that as our tester for parents Jaya discovered when she tried it with her 10-month-old son. She loved that she could raise or lower her baby at the touch of the button to keep him in the same position while maintaining eye contact and proximity.
This frame is perfect for city trips and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's also a great option if you're thinking of having a second child in the future because it easily converts from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish premium option that looks and feels luxurious. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat, if you buy it separately. You can fold it by putting the carrycot in place which is something isn't the case with all prams and is an efficient and easy feature.
Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are all the features you'd expect to see on a premium pram, but its sleek frame makes it easy to handle across a variety of terrains. This is an excellent choice for those who live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or congested walkways on a regular basis. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this stroller mean that it can save you money over the long term by eliminating the need to invest in a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a variety of colors that will fit your preferences.
