Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, stroller or a Sling, is the main form of transport for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for children from newborns to 3 years old. The reversible handle lets you to turn the seat so that your child can either face you or the world around them.

Comfort

If you're out and about with a baby, you want to ensure that they're safe. There are prams to ensure your baby doesn't feel anything.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all allow your baby to lay flat, which is essential for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their hips and spine. They also come with a seat that can be changed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It features smooth, curvaceous lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which doesn't recline into a flat position however, it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than other sale prams on the market at less than 8kg, but it has solid chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model with a similar design but for a lesser price. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight than some of the other prams we tested however it comes with a large storage basket and extended hood with UPF50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent, we'd recommend considering a 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 to 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 for travel that can be converted easily from a'pramette' that lies flat' to a toddler-friendly pushchair compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to trap their legs or head. The straps must be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. It is also important to examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the most robust prams could fall over if you hang bags onto the handles, or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If a child is not securely secured in the pram, they could fall out of the pram and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the harness buckle is always locked in place.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from sun in either direction. This is a handy feature since you will not be having to wake your child awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you are to and from the shops. There are also other features that could be useful, like an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find a shopping basket underneath the seat.

You should never leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies are susceptible to wriggling while sleeping, which can 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 of time during the day.

The majority of prams require you disassemble them in order to fit them into the trunk of your car so it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with this procedure before you buy one. Also, check how it is easy to put the different sections back together and click to put them back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes the need to endure the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice can perform the task you want it to. You want to make sure that your pram is the right color or design that will not date easily so that you don't appear like you've fallen out of fashion.

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

All the prams on this list allow babies to lie down flat. This is essential for newborns, because it allows them to develop their hips and spine, and boosts oxygen 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 on and off the frame when your little one outgrows it.

If you are buying an infant stroller for the first time you should consider a travel system that has the carrycot as well as a car seat could be worth a look. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It comes with a handy 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 to her since the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be transformed from a single pushchair to double stroller, 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 needed and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as they can. This will aid in their development and increase oxygen saturation in the lung. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature the seat that can recline to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me features the latter feature and is fantastic in this regard as our tester for parents Jaya found when she tested it with her 10-month-old son. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise or lower her little one with the touch of a button to keep him in sight while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great choice for those who want to nip around town easily as the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to move it off 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 is a stylish, high-end option that is both stylish and comfortable. It is suitable for newborns as it comes with a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with a car seat if purchased separately. You can fold it with the carrycot in place and it's something that isn't the case with all prams which is why it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

The babiie pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are features you would expect to see in a top model However, the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on different terrains. It's also an ideal choice when you reside in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. While it's not cheap but the quality and versatility of this pram make it possible to save you money in the end by avoiding the need to buy an additional pushchair for toddlers. It's available in an extensive variety of colors, as well, so you can choose one that fits your personal style.