How To Get More Benefits Out Of Your Good Prams

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 good pram combines safety, comfort and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for newborns and 3-year-old kids. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so that your child can look at either you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you want to be sure they're comfortable. There are prams that make sure your baby doesn't feel anything.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide all allow your baby to lie flat, which is important for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position when your baby is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It has smooth, curved lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which doesn't recline into an upright position however it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather details as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and able to take on more rural settings.

The Minu V2 is a great choice to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar design but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams but it does have a large storage basket. It also has an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you are a first-time parent We suggest that you look into a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to get your baby out of the car into the babiie pram without having to wake them up and is perfect for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is an elegant and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette, or a lie-flat 'pramette into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

The pram should be fitted with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It should also have no gaps where their legs or heads can get trapped. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. Examine the buckles on your harness to make sure they're not cracked and show signs of wear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the primary cause of these injuries. Even the sturdiest prams can tip over if you attach bags on the handles, or if a wriggling child is able to get into or out of the seat without the harness being secured.

A common cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If a baby's harness isn't secured correctly, it could cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always locked in place.

Some prams with good quality also have an adjustable canopy that can shield your baby from the sun in either direction. This is a great feature as you can avoid having to wake your child up when you are changing their position in the pram or when you are into and out of shops. There are other features that can be useful, such as an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find a shopping basket underneath the seat.

It is not advisable to 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 could result in strangulation and suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should only be used for brief periods during the day.

The majority of prams require you to disassemble them in order to put them in the trunk of your car therefore it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with the process before purchasing one. Find out how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You need to ensure that your pram can handle muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. You also want your pram to be in a print or colour that doesn't get outdated so you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They are built to last, so you should look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels and an effective suspension system. The top prams have a compact Prams fold, so you can store them easily in your garage or in the boot when not being used.

All prams on this list allow your baby to lay flat. This is crucial for newborns, because it aids in the development of their spine and hips and improves oxygenation levels. A lot of these prams are designed to expand with your child's. Some come with carrycots, or a fully-reclined chair that can be snapped on and off as your child grows.

If you are purchasing a pram for the first time you should consider a travel system that comes with an infant carrycot and car seats 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 an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby at the touch of one button. This lets you maintain eye contact with your child and keep them close.

Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be transformed from a single pushchair to a double with 30 different configurations. It also features sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap, but you can 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 included carrycot.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie as flat as they can. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen levels in the lung. Some models create a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have a seat that reclines to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She loved the ability to raise or lower her infant by pressing a button to keep him in sight and still maintain eye contact and proximity.

This frame is perfect to take a stroll around town, and the puncture-proof tires permit you to drive it off road or over rough terrain. It's a great choice when you are planning to have a second child in the future since it can be transformed from a single pushchair a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It is suitable for newborns as it includes a carrycot which can be folded flat and is compatible with a car-seat if purchased separately. You can fold it by putting the carrycot in place - something that isn't the case with all prams and is a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of features you'd expect to see on a pram of the highest quality, but its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on a variety of terrains. It's also a great option if you reside in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. Although it's not inexpensive however, the durability and quality of this pram newborn will save you money in the long run by eliminating the need to buy an additional pushchair for toddlers. It's available in a wide variety of colors, and you can choose one that fits your personal style.