Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the most popular form of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines 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-year-old kids. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your child to feel comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your child does not feel anything.

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 assists in the development of their spine and hips. They also have seats that can be converted to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.

For a truly luxurious experience it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seating that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy frame with finely textured leather and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

If you want something more budget-friendly but with a similar design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does come with a large storage basket. It also comes with an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram and car seat that attach to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby out of the car into the pram without waking them and is ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is an elegant and practical pram that can be converted easily 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 five-point safety harnesses that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps between their head and legs that can get trapped. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Check the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not damaged and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams and strollers. The main cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram, or stroller. If a baby is not securely secured in the pram, they may fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. Therefore, it is important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into place.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from sun in both directions. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your child awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you are going to and from the shops. There are also other features that can be useful, for example snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them within reach. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep, which can cause them to fall off the pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A pram or a stroller is not an alternative to a crib. It is best to use it for short periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to put them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase a pram. 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. You should ensure that your baby's pram is able to handle slippery walks as well as a variety of car trips. It is also important for your pram to come in an image or color that doesn't get outdated to avoid looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams will be constructed from high-quality materials and built to last. Look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams are compact and fold easily so that you can put them in your garage or boot.

All prams on this list allow a baby to lay flat, which is crucial for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their spine and hips. A lot of them are designed to adapt to your child's needs and some having a carrycot or fully-reclined seat that can be clicked on and off the frame when your child outgrows it.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you may also be interested in a travel system that is a complete bundle that includes a lying-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 an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your child by pressing one button. This lets you keep eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be transformed from a single pushchair to double, with 30 different configurations. It also has sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive, but you can use it for multiple children, if needed. Like our top pick iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used as early as.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs. Therefore, it's essential that all prams permit this. Some models permit an all-flat position by using a carrycot that can be fully reclined, whereas others have a seat which can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for both, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old daughter. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise or lower her baby at the push of a button and keep him in the view of others, while still maintaining eye contact and closeness.

It's a great stroller for those who want to nip around town with ease as the frame is a great 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 a child in the future because it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair a twin pushchairs or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's suitable for newborns because it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams offer. This reduces time and makes it easier to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are all features you'd expect to find on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on different terrains. It's also a great choice if you reside in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the need for an additional stroller for your toddler. You can choose from a range of colors to match your personal style.