What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a stroller, pushchair or Sling, is the most popular mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram blends safety, comfort, and design to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful stroller for newborns and 3 in 1 pram-year-old kids. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

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

The prams we've picked in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for newborn babies as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and supports their developing spine and hips. They also have a seat which can be transformed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up.

For a truly luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon feel for your newborn with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position but does have an upholstered liner and mattress. It's also a little lighter than the majority of prams on the market at under 8kg but still has a sturdy chassis and grained leather details as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and able to be used in more rural environments.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model with a similar design but for a lesser price. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams, but it does have a huge 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're the first parent of your child we suggest you look into a travel system bundle that includes a pram as well as a car seat that attach to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette,' or 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 not have any gaps where their legs or heads could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to make sure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the primary cause of these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can topple when you hang bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby's harness is not secured properly it could cause them to fall from the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to ensure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into the proper position.

Some prams have a reversible shade that can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is beneficial since you don't need to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter and out of shops. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a basket for shopping under the seat and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you are not using it.

It is not advisable to let a child sleep in their pram unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies tend to wiggle 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 a substitute for a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the day.

The majority of prams require you dismantle them to fit them into the boot of your car so it is recommended to familiarize yourself with this procedure before purchasing one. Consider how easy it would be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and wear and tear. You want to make sure that your pram can handle slippery walks as well as a variety of car trips. It is also important for your stroller to have the form of a color or print that isn't prone to fading quickly so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and are designed to last. Look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as an efficient suspension system. The most reliable prams feature a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow the baby to lie down on their backs. This is essential for babies, because it allows them to develop their spine and hips and improves oxygenation levels. Some are made to adapt to your child's needs with some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked on and off the frame at a time when your child is no longer using it.

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set which is a bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your child by pressing one button. This lets you maintain eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

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 luxurious pushchair that can be converted from a single to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child, if you need to and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns must lay flat as often as they can in order to promote development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs. Therefore, it is essential that all prams support this. Some models allow a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature seats that recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature, and it's fantastic at that as our tester for parents Jaya found when she tested it with her son of 10 months. She loved that she could raise or lower her child by pressing a button to keep him in view, while still maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

It's a great choice for those who wish to travel around town with ease as the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres permit you to move it off the road and into rough terrain. It's a great option for those who plan to have another child in the near future since it can be transformed from a single pushchair into a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's suitable for babies as it comes with a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place, which is an option that not all prams have. This reduces time and makes it easier to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you would expect to see in a top model However, the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over various terrains. It's also a great choice if you live in a large city and need to negotiate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and quality could save you money in the long run by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. It's available in an extensive selection of colors too, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.