Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

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A pram (also called a pushchair or stroller) is the most popular form of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram is a combination of comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for babies to three years old. The reversible handle lets you to rotate the seat so your child can either face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your baby to be at ease when you're out with them. There are prams that ensure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is essential for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen levels and assists in the development of their spine and hips. They also come with seats that can be changed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that offers a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It features smooth, curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to flat however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, weighing under 8kg. But it has a sturdy chassis with finely textured leather and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model that has a similar appearance but for a lesser price. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we tried but it has an impressively large storage basket and the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection that'll keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're new to parenting we suggest you consider a travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette, into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not damaged and show signs of wear. Every year, a lot of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or compact strollers. The most common reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you hang your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness has been tightened.

A common cause of injury is falling off a pram or stroller. If a baby is not properly secured, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from the sun in any direction. This is a useful feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake while you change their position in the pram or while you are going in and out of shops. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket underneath the seat, and a handlebar that locks into position when you are not using it.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without being within sight. Babies are susceptible to wiggle during sleep, which could cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could result in strangulation and suffocation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is necessary to take apart most prams in order to place them into the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase a pram. Check how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. You want to make sure that your pram can handle slippery walks and also multiple car trips. You should ensure that your stroller is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading so you don't look like you've lost style.

The most effective 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, allowing you to put them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All prams on this list allow infants to lay flat, which is vital for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. A lot of these prams are designed to grow along with your child's. Some come with a carrycot or a reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on as your child grows.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set that is a complete bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has a nifty feature that can raise or lower your child with the click of a button. This way you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close, which she said was really important for her son as he was at an exploratory stage.

Another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two children, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair, with 30 possible configurations and features premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but it can be used for multiple children if necessary. Similar to our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns should lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs. Therefore, it is essential that all prams support this. Some models create a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature a seat that reclines to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She loved the fact that she could raise or lower her child with the touch of a button and keep him in the view of others and still maintain eye contact and a closeness.

The frame is ideal to take a stroll around town, and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off the road or on rough terrain. It's a great choice when you are planning to have another child in the near future because it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair into a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat, if you buy it separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place, which is a feature that not all prams offer. This is time-saving and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are all features you would expect to see on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver over different terrains. This is an excellent choice for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways frequently. While it's not cheap, the quality and versatility of this stroller will save you money in the long run by avoiding the need to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a variety of colors to suit your style.