Good Prams: A Simple Definition

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or twin pushchair) is the most popular form of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines comfort, safety and design to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

When you're out and about with your baby, you'll want to ensure that they're safe. There are prams that will ensure that your baby isn't shivering any sensations.

All the prams in this guide allow your baby to lie flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and strengthens their spine and hips. They also come with seats which can be transformed to more upright positions 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, curved lines and a bucket-shaped seat that doesn't recline to an upright position however, it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also lighter than many prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar design but for a lesser price. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we've tested but it has an impressively large storage basket, as well as an extended hood with UPF50+ protection that'll keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent We suggest you consider a travel system that includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their baby from their car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly pushchairs travel systems system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller 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 must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads can get trapped. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also check the harness buckles to ensure 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 cause of these injuries. Even the most robust prams could fall over if you hang bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being secured.

Another reason for injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby isn't properly secured, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is crucial to make sure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some prams with good quality also have a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from the sun in either direction. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram or when you are going to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, such as snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram without having them in sight. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep, which can cause them to slide off the pram for newborn; linked internet page, or stroller and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for short periods during the day.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them in the trunk of your car. This process must be mastered before you buy one. Also check how it is simple to put the different parts back together and click them into place.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. This includes surviving walking in the rain and numerous car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice is able to perform the task you want it to. You want to make sure that your pram is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading to avoid looking as if you've slipped out of fashion.

The best prams are made of high-quality materials and are built to last, so you should look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels, and an effective suspension system. The best prams will also have a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or boot when not when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow the baby to lie down flat. This is essential for infants because it allows them to develop their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Many are designed to adapt to your child's needs with some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be moved off and back on the frame for when your child outgrows it.

If you're buying a 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. Our parent tester Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with a handy feature that can raise or lower your baby at the touch of a button so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close which she claimed was important for her son as he was at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious triple pram that can be converted from a single to double pushchair, with 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, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns must lay flat as often as they can to help develop and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it's important that all prams support this. Some models permit a completely flat position by using the carrycot which is fully reclinable, while others have a seat that can recline to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature, and it's fantastic at that as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She loved that she could raise or lower her child at the touch of an button, keeping him in view and still maintain the eye contact and closeness.

This frame is perfect for nipping around town and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's a great option if you plan to have a child in the future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair a double or twin pushchair.

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 in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded by putting the carrycot in place - something that not all prams can do and is an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find on a high-end model However, the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on different terrains. This is an excellent choice for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded walkways frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality can save you money over time by avoiding the need for a separate stroller for toddlers. You can choose from a variety of colors to match your preferences.