Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes good prams (visit)?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or a Sling, is the main form of transport for babies and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of safety, comfort, and design to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for babies to three years old. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your child to be at ease when you're out with them. There are prams that ensure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.

All prams featured in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is essential for babies as it increases oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. The seats can also be adjusted to a more upright position once your baby is able to sit up.

For a luxurious experience it's the Venicci egg2 provides a warm cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seat that does not recline to a lying-flat position, but it does have padding on the liner and mattress. It's also lighter than other prams, at a weight of just 8kg. However, it is sturdy and has grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

If you want something more budget-friendly but with the same style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as some of the other prams we tried however it comes with a big storage basket and an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you are new to parenting, we recommend that you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This allows parents to move their child from their car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps where their legs or heads are likely to get caught. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Also, you should examine the buckles on your harness to ensure they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year due to injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the main cause of these injuries. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you hook bags onto the handles, or if a wriggling child can get in or out of the seat without the harness being properly secured.

Another reason for injury is falling off the pram or stroller. If a child's harness isn't secured correctly, it could cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. Therefore, it is important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into the proper position.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from sun in both directions. This is a useful feature because it will prevent having to wake your child up when you are changing their position in the pram, or when you go in and out of shops. Other useful features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat, and the handlebar locks in place when you're not using it.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram if you are not in sight. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep, which can cause them to fall off the stroller or pram and cause strangulation or suffocation. A pram or a stroller is not a substitute for the crib. It is best to use it for short periods during the day.

It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to fit them in the trunk of your car. This process should be familiarised with before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to endure several years of wear. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, which is why you want to be sure your choice is able to do the job you need it to. Also, you want your pram to come in the form of a color or print that won't date quickly so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are built to last, so look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily so that you can store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lie flat. This is crucial for newborns, because it allows them to develop their hips and spine, and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams have been designed to grow with your child's. Some have a carrycot or a fully-reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on when your child outgrows them.

If you are buying a pram for the very first time, a travel system that includes both an infant carrycot and a car seat may be of interest. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a handy feature that can raise or lower your child at the push of a button. This way you can maintain eye contact and keep them close which she said was really important to her since he was at an exploratory stage.

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 pram that can be converted from a single pushchair to double, with 30 different configurations. It also comes with sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child if needed and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie flat as possible. This will help with their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models allow for a completely flat position by using a carrycot that can be completely reclined, while others have a seat that can recline to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me features the latter feature, and it's fantastic in this regard, as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her 10-month-old son. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child at the touch of a button to keep him in sight and still maintain eye contact and proximity.

It's a great stroller for those who want to get around town with ease as the frame is an ideal size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres permit you to take it off road and onto rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a second child in the near future since it can be transformed from a single pushchair a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat in the event that you purchase it separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place It's something that not all prams offer. This reduces time and makes it easier to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect in a top model However, the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver around different terrains. This is an excellent choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or congested pathways on a regular basis. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of an additional stroller for your toddler stroller. It's available in a wide selection of colors as well, so you can choose one that fits your personal style.