What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, stroller or sling, is the primary method of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram is a blend of comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for newborns and 3-year-old children. 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. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your little one does not feel anything.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is essential for newborns as it improves oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. They also come with a seat that can be changed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

For a luxurious experience it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seating that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams available at less than 8kg, but it has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather detailing and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can be used in more rural environments.

If you want something less expensive but with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The stylish, one-hand steer model isn't as light as some of the other prams we've tested but it does have a big storage basket and an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent we recommend a travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their baby from their car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram that can convert easily from a lie-flat 'pramette into a toddler-friendly pushchair compatible with the Graco i-Size 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 can get trapped. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. The main cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you strap bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling or squirming and falls in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

A common cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If a baby's harness is not secured properly, it could cause them to fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from sun in either direction. This is a useful feature since you will not be having to wake your baby up when you are changing their position in the pram or when you are into and out of shops. There are also other features that are useful, for example a snack tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

It is not advisable to leave a sleeping child in their pram unless you are within sight of them at all times. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep and this can cause them to roll off the stroller or pram and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram should not be used as an alternative to a cot. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them in the trunk of your car. This procedure is something you should know before you purchase a pram. Also, check how it is simple to put the different parts back together before putting to put them back together.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through numerous car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice will do the job you need it to. Also, you want your pram to be in an image or color that won't date quickly to avoid looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams are constructed of top-quality materials and designed to last. You should look for durable fabrics, sturdy tires, and a well-designed system of suspension. The best travel pram prams are lightweight and fold easily, allowing you to put them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams in this list allow the baby to lay flat. This is important for infants because it allows them to develop their hips and spine and improves oxygenation levels. Many are designed to adapt to your child's needs and some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and on the frame for when your little one outgrows it.

If you are considering buying a pram for the very first time it is recommended to consider a system that comes with a carrycot and a car seat may be of interest. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has a nifty feature that raises and lowers your baby at the touch of a button, so you can keep eye contact and keep them close, which she claimed was important to her as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

Another alternative is the Bugaboo Fox 3 in one pushchair which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair car seat that can be converted from a single pushchair double, with 30 different configurations. It also has a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive but it can be used for more than one child if you need to. Like our top pick, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included is a great option to use as early as.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie as flat as possible. This will help with their development and increase oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature seats that recline to an upright 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 daughter. She loved that she could raise or lower her baby at the touch of a button to keep him in sight while maintaining eye contact and proximity.

This frame is perfect for nipping around town and the puncture-proof wheels allow you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's a great choice when you are planning to have a child in the future since it can be converted from a single pushchair to a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat, if you buy it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams provide. This is time-saving and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are all the features you'd expect to find on a pram of the highest quality however, its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. This is an excellent choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded paths regularly. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this pram will save you money over the long term by eliminating the need to invest in an additional pushchair for toddlers. It's available in a broad selection of colors and you can pick one that suits your personal style.