Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide For Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a pushchair or stroller) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and style that makes walking enjoyable for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so that your child can face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

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

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

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shaped seat which doesn't recline into an upright position however it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also a little lighter than the majority of prams on the market at less than 8kg, but it has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather detailing as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof, and can be used in more rural environments.

If you're looking for something a bit less expensive but with the same style, 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 has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This allows parents to move their child from their car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram that can convert easily from a lie-flat 'pramette to a pushchair for toddlers compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

The pram should be fitted with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned, and easily adjustable as your child grows. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a lot of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. The main cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you hook bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.

Another reason for injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby isn't properly secured the pram, they could fall out of the stroller travel and sustain head or neck injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the correct position.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will shield your baby from sun in both directions. This feature is useful because you won't have to wake up your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller or when you go into stores and out. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your infant or toddler stroller, a shopping basket under the seat, and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you're not using it.

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

It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to place them into the boot of your vehicle. This procedure must be mastered before you buy one. Also, consider how it is simple to put the various sections back together and click them in place.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, so you must ensure your choice is able to fulfill the tasks you require it to. You should ensure that your pram is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading so you don't look like you've lost fashion.

The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and are designed to last. Look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to put them in your garage or boot.

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

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel set which is a package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It has an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby with the touch of one button. This allows you to keep your eyes on the baby and keep them in close proximity.

Another option is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be transformed 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 you can use it for multiple children, if needed. And like our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as they can. This will help with their development and improve oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models allow for an entirely flat position using the carrycot which is fully reclined, whereas others have a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic in this regard as our tester for parents Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She loved the ability to raise or lower her child by pressing a button to keep him in sight while maintaining eye contact and proximity.

It's a great choice for those who wish to nip around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres allow you to move it off the 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.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish premium option that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies as it includes a carrycot which can lie flat and it's compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place, which is an option that not all prams have. This is time-saving and makes it simpler to use.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of features you'd expect to see on a pram of the highest quality, but its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver on a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice when you live in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. Although it's not cheap, the quality and versatility of this stroller will save you money in the long run by not having to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. It's available in a wide selection of colors and you can pick one that fits your personal style.