Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or Sling, is the most popular mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram is a blend of safety, comfort and design that makes walking fun for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns to 3-year-old kids. 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 baby to be at ease when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. They also come with seats which can be transformed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit.

For a truly luxurious feel this Venicci egg2 has a cosy cocoon-like feel for your baby with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that does not recline to a lying-flat position but does have an upholstered liner and mattress. It's also a little lighter than most prams, weighing less than 8kg, but it has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather accents 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 more budget-friendly but with a similar design 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, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a new parent we recommend a travel system bundle which includes a pram and car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to get your baby from the car to the pram without having to wake them up and is perfect for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette, to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is secure and should not allow any gaps to entrap their legs or head. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure that they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. A lot of children are hospitalized every year due to injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can topple when you strap your bags onto the handles or if the child is wriggling or squirming and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another reason for injuries is falling from the pram or stroller. If a baby isn't securely fastened in the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to make sure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will shield your baby from sun in both directions. This feature is helpful since you don't need to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter stores and out. There are also other features that are useful, like an eating tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. You can also find a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram if you are not within sight. Babies can be prone to wiggle during sleep and can cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or folding pram is not an alternative to the cot. It is best to use it for short periods during the day.

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 store near me. Check how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You want to make sure that your stroller can withstand the mud of a walk, as well as multiple car trips. You want to make sure that your pram is the right color or design that isn't prone to fading so you don't look like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams are constructed from high-quality materials and are designed to last. Look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as an effective suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily so that you can store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams on this list allow your baby to lie flat. This is essential for infants because it aids in the development of their hips and spine, and boosts oxygen levels. Many are designed to adapt to your child's needs, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be moved 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 be looking for a travel system which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It comes with a handy feature that can raise or lower your baby at the touch of a button, so you can maintain eye contact and keep them close which she described as being important for her son as he was at an exploratory stage.

Another alternative is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be converted from a single pushchair pram to a double with 30 different configurations. It also features a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap, but you could use it for more than one child in the event of need and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the included carrycot.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs. Therefore, it is essential that all prams allow this. Some models allow an entirely flat position using the carrycot which is fully reclinable, while others have a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her little one with the touch of a button, keeping him in view while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great choice for those that want to get around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres let you take it off road and on to rough terrain. It's a great option for those who plan to have a child in the near future since it can be transformed from a single pushchair a double or twin pram.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that is both stylish and comfortable. It is suitable for newborns since it comes with a carrycot that can be rolled flat and is compatible with a car-seat if purchased separately. You can even fold it with the carrycot in place - something that does not happen with all prams, so it's an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find on a high-end model however, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver around diverse terrains. This is a great choice for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways regularly. Although it's not inexpensive however, the durability and quality of this model will save you money in the end by avoiding the need to invest in an additional pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a range of colors to match your personal style.