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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a blend of comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller compact for infants to three years old. Its reversible handle allows you to turn the seat so that your child can face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your baby to be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to ensure that your baby isn't shivering anything.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is essential for newborn babies as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and supports their developing hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to a more upright position once your baby is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It features smooth, curving lines and a bucket-shaped seat that doesn't recline to flat, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it still is sturdy and has the grained leather accents and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something less expensive but with a similar design Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as the other prams we've tested but it has an impressively big storage basket and an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent We suggest that you consider a travel system that includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to transfer their child from their car to the pram without having to wake them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to trap their legs or heads. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are admitted to hospitals every year due to injuries from strollers or prams. 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 a child is wriggling and gets in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

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

Some prams have a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in both directions from the sun. This is a great feature since you will not be having to wake your baby awake while you change their position in the pram bag or when you are to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, such as an eating tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within reach. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep, which can cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for brief periods during the day.

Most prams require you to take them apart in order to fit them into the car's boot therefore it's recommended to familiarize yourself with this procedure before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram must be able stand up to the wear and tear of many years. This includes the need to endure muddy walks and getting through many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice will do the job you need it to. You want to make sure that your pram is a colour or print that will not date easily so you don't look like you've lost style.

The top prams are constructed of high-quality materials and are designed to last. So, look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels and an effective suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow a baby to lay flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their hips and spine. A lot of them are designed to grow with your child and some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked on and off the frame when your child outgrows it.

If you are considering buying an infant stroller for the first time, a travel system that has an infant carrycot and a car seat could be a good idea. We love the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has a nifty feature that raises and lowers your child with the click of a button so you can keep eye contact and keep them close which she described as being important to her as he was in an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that converts from a single pushchair 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 in the event of need and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs, so it's essential that all prams allow this. Some models permit a completely flat position by using a carrycot that is completely reclined, while others feature a seat that can recline to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled that she could raise or lower her baby at the touch of a button, keeping him in sight while maintaining eye contact and closeness.

It's a great pram for those who want to nip around town with ease as the frame is an ideal size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to take it off road and on to rough terrain. It's also a smart option if you're thinking of having another child in future because it easily converts from a single pram to a twin pushchairs or double pram pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for infants as it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. You can fold it with the carrycot in place and it's something that does not happen with all prams and is an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect on a high-end model however, the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on diverse terrains. It's also a great option for those who live in a large city and must navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money in the long run by avoiding the purchase of a separate Toddler Stroller (ardiziya.ru). You can choose from a wide range of colors to match your personal style.