What Makes Good Prams?
A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or sling, is the primary method of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram blends safety, comfort and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.
The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns up to 3 year old kids. The reversible handle lets you to tilt the seat so your child can look at you or the world around them.
Comfort
When you're out and about with your baby, you'll want to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing.
All the prams listed in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is able to sit up.
For a luxurious feel this Venicci egg2 has a cosy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position, but it does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. But it has a sturdy chassis with finely textured leather and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.
If you want something less expensive but with a similar style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also has an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and protected.
If you're a first-time parent we recommend a
travel stroller system bundle which includes a pram as well as a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby from the car to the pram without having to wake them up and is perfect for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette, or a lie-flat 'pramette to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.
Safety
The pram should be equipped with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It should also have no gaps in which their heads or legs are likely to get caught. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also inspect the buckles of your harness to make sure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised each year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. Tipping over is the primary reason for these injuries. Even the sturdiest prams can tip over if you hook bags to the handles or if a wriggling child gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being secured.
Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the pram or stroller. If a child is not securely fastened in, they could fall out of the pram and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always locked in place.
Some
good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from the sun in both directions. This is a handy feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake while you change their position in the pram or while you go into and out of shops. Other useful features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you're not using it.
Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them within sight. Babies are prone to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should only be used for short periods during the day.
It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to place them in the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you buy one. Also check how it is simple to put the different sections back together before putting them in place.
Durability
A pram needs to be able to last through several years of wear and wear and tear. You need to ensure that your baby's pram is able to handle muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. Also, you want your pram to be in a print or colour that isn't prone to fading quickly to avoid looking like you've gone out of style.
The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are built to last, so look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold, so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not when not in use.
All prams on this list allow a baby to lie flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams have been designed to grow with your child. Some include a carrycot or a fully-reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child outgrows them.
If you are purchasing a pram for the first time you should consider a
travel pram system that comes with the carrycot as well as a car seat may be worth a look. We love the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child with the touch of a single button. This allows you to keep your eyes on the baby and keep them in close proximity.
Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations and features luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you could use it for more than one child, if you need to and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the included carrycot.
Style
All prams should allow newborns to lie as flat as possible. This will help with their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models provide a flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature a seat that reclines to an upright position.
The Graco Near2Me features the latter feature, and it's fantastic at what it does as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son of 10 months. She loved that she could raise or lower her infant at the touch of the button to keep him in view and still maintain eye contact and proximity.
It's a great pram for those who want to nip around town with ease as the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres permit you to take it off road and onto rough terrain. It's also a smart choice if you're planning on having a second child in the future since it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It is suitable for newborns since it comes with a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with car seats when purchased separately. You can even fold it using the carrycot as a stand - something that does not happen with all prams, so it's an efficient and easy feature.
The pram's luxurious fabrics large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect to find on a premium model however, the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on various terrains. This is a great choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded paths regularly.
