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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram sets (also known as a stroller or a pushchair) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of comfort, safety and design to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.

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

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you'll want to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your little one doesn't feel a thing.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is essential for newborns as it improves oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your child is able to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which doesn't recline into a flat position, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy frame with the grained leather accents and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

If you want something less expensive but with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams, but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you are new to parenting We suggest that you look into a travel system that includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without disturbing them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical pram for travel that can be converted easily from a lie-flat 'pramette into a toddler-friendly pushchair, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

A pram should have a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps that could trap their legs or head. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they expand. Examine the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not damaged and show signs of wear. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you attach bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling can get in or out of the seat without the harness being properly secured.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the pram or stroller. If a baby isn't securely fastened in, they could fall out of the pram and suffer head or neck injuries. This is why it is crucial to ensure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

A few good prams also come with a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from the sun in any direction. This is a handy feature as you can avoid having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram, or when you are going in and out of shops. Other useful features include a snack tray and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a basket for shopping under the seat, and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you're not using it.

You should never leave a sleeping child in their pram unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the foldable pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a cot and should only be used for brief periods during the day.

It is necessary to take apart most prams in order to fit them in the trunk of your car. This procedure should be familiarised with before you purchase a pram. Also, consider how it is easy to put the different sections back together before putting to put them back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to endure a long time of wear. You want to make sure that your stroller can withstand slippery walks as well as a variety of car trips. Also, you want your stroller to have the form of a color or print that doesn't get outdated so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and designed to last. Look for durable materials with sturdy tires, as well as a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams will also feature a compact travel stroller fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not being used.

All the prams in this list allow the baby to lie on their backs. This is crucial for babies, as it helps them develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child. Some have a carrycot or a reclined seat that can be removed and snapped on as your child grows.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might also be looking for a travel system which is a package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child by pressing one button. This allows you to keep eye contact with them and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that can be converted from a single to a double pushchair (related resource site) with 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but you can use it with multiple children if necessary. Similar to our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used right from birth.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie as flat as they can. This will aid in their development and increase oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature the seat that can recline to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old daughter. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child by pressing a button to keep him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and proximity.

It's a great stroller for those who wish to get around town with ease as the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres allow you to take it off road and onto rough terrain. It's also a smart choice if you're planning on having another child in the near future since it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a double or twin pushchair twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It is suitable for newborns since it includes a carrycot which can lie flat and it's compatible with a car seat if purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place, which is an option that not all prams offer. This is time-saving and makes it easier to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are all the features you'd expect to find on a high-end pram and its sleek design makes it easy to handle on any terrain. This is a great choice if you live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways regularly. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this stroller make it possible to save you money over the long term by not having to invest in a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can choose from a wide range of colors to suit your preferences.