15 Reasons You Must Love Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, stroller or Sling, is the main method of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram combines safety, comfort and style that makes walking fun for all family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great pram for newborns up to 3 year old children. The reversible handle lets you to tilt the seat so your child can either face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your baby to be comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one doesn't feel a thing.

All the prams listed in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

For a really high-end feel, the Venicci egg2 has a cosy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that does not recline to a lying-flat position but does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, at a weight of just 8kg. But it has a sturdy frame with the grained leather accents and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something a bit more budget-friendly but still with the same style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The sleek, one-hand steer model isn't as light than some of the other prams we've tested but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're new to parenting we suggest that you consider the travel system that includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without waking them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical pram that can convert easily from a'pramette' that lies flat to a pushchair for toddlers compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

A pram must have a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps to entrap their legs or head. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. Examine the buckles on your harness to make sure they're not cracked and have signs of wear. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers strollers. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can tip over if you hook bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets into or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If the harness of a baby is not secured properly it can cause them to fall from the foldable stroller and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from the sun in either direction. This feature is beneficial because you don't have to wake your baby every time you change their position in the stroller, or when you go into stores and out. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a basket for shopping under the seat, and the handlebar locks in place when you're not using it.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within sight. Babies can be prone to wiggle while asleep, which could cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This can lead to strangulation and suffocation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for a cot and should only be used for short periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to put them in the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you buy one. Also, consider how it is simple to put the different sections back together before putting to put them back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to endure several years of wear and tear. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice will perform the task you want it to. You also want your pram to be in a print or colour that isn't prone to fading quickly so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The most effective prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They are built to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The most effective prams are small and fold easily, so you can store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams in this list allow the baby to lay on their backs. This is important for infants because it allows them to develop their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. A lot of these prams are designed to expand with your child. Some have a carrycot, or a reclined chair that can be snapped on and off when your child is outgrowing them.

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you may be looking for a best travel pushchair system which is a bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It has a nifty feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the push of a button so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close, which she described as being important to her as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that can be converted from a single to double pram and pushchair pushchair, with 30 possible configurations and features premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not expensive but it can be used for more than one child if you need to. Like our top pick, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs. Therefore, it is essential that all prams support this. Some models allow an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be fully reclinable, while others have a seat which can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for the latter, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She loved that she could raise or lower her baby by pressing the button to keep him in view and still maintain eye contact and proximity.

The frame is ideal for nipping around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to drive it off road or over rough terrain. It's also a good choice if you're planning on having a second child in the future because it easily converts from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's ideal for babies because it includes a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car-seat if purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place This is a feature that not all prams offer. This saves time and makes it simpler to use.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are all the features you'd expect to find on a pram of the highest quality however, its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver on any terrain. It's also a great option when you reside in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate stroller for toddlers. It's available in an extensive variety of colors, and you can pick one that fits your personal style.