What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or pushchair) is the most popular form of transport for infants and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of safety, comfort, and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for children from newborns to 3 years old. Its reversible handle allows you to tilt the seat so that your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

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

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is important for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen levels and supports their developing hips and spine. They also come with a seat that can be converted to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It features smooth, curved lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which does not recline into an upright position however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy chassis with the grained leather accents and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model with a similar design but at a lower price. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you are new to parenting, we recommend that you consider the travel system that includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby out of the car into the pram without waking them and is ideal 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 to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also have no gaps where their legs or heads are likely to get caught. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. The main reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the strongest prams can topple when you strap bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If a child's harness isn't secured correctly it could cause them to fall from the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always secured.

Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is beneficial because you won't have to wake your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller, or when you go in and out of shops. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat, and the handlebar locks into position when you are not using it.

You should never let a child sleep in their stroller unless they are in their sight at all times. Babies are susceptible to wiggle during sleep, which could cause them to roll out of the foldable pram or stroller. This could result in strangulation and suffocation. A stroller or pram should not be used as an alternative to a crib. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the day.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to put them into the trunk of your car. This process must be mastered before you purchase a pram. Also check how it is simple to put the different sections back together before putting them into place.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice can do the job you need it to. You should ensure that your stroller is in the right color or design that won't fade easily so that you don't appear like you've lost style.

The best prams are made from high-quality materials and are built to last, so you should look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The best prams will also have a compact fold, so they can be easily stored in your garage or the boot when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow a baby to lay flat, which is vital for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many are designed to grow with your child with some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and on the frame for when your child outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram sale for the first time you should consider a travel system that includes both the carrycot as well as a car seat may be a good idea. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a handy feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the push of a button so you can keep eye contact and keep them close, which she claimed was important for her son as he was at an exploratory stage.

Another option 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 pushchair that can be transformed from a single pushchair stroller to a double with 30 different configurations. It also comes with a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive however, you can use it for multiple children if necessary. And like our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot is a great option to use right from birth.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as much as they can in order to promote development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, which is why it's essential that all prams support this. Some models allow a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature the seat that can recline to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She loved the ability to raise or lower her infant at the touch of the button to keep him in the same position, while still maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

The frame is perfect for city trips and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a smart option if you're thinking of having a second child in the future because it easily converts from a single pram to a Twin pushchair or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's suitable for babies because it includes a carrycot which can be rolled flat and is compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place It's a feature that not all prams provide. This is time-saving and makes it simpler to use.

Its luxe 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 any terrain. It's also an ideal choice if you reside in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. While it's not cheap, the quality and versatility of this model will save you money over the long term by not having to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can choose from a range of colors to suit your personal style.