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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a pushchair twin, cheap stroller or Sling, is the main form of transport for babies and toddlers. A quality pram is a combination of safety, comfort and style 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

If you're out and about with a baby, you need to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one isn't apprehensive.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat improves oxygen saturation and helps support their growing hips and spine. They also have seats that can be changed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines, a bucket-shaped seat, that doesn't recline to a flat position however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than the majority of prams available at less than 8kg but has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather details, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to take on more rural settings.

If you're looking for something a bit less expensive but with a similar design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The stylish, one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as the other prams we tested but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're new to parenting we suggest that you consider the travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to move their child from their car to the pram without having to get them up. 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 toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

A pram set should be equipped with a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps to trap their heads or legs. The straps must be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not cracked and show signs of wear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the primary reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple if you hook your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another reason for injury is falling off the pram or stroller. If a child is not securely secured in the pram and car seat, they may fall out of the pram and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to make sure that the harness buckle is always locked in place.

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

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram without being in sight. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep, which can cause them to slide off the stroller or pram and cause strangulation or suffocation. A pram or a stroller is not a substitute for the cot. It is best to use it for short periods during the day.

It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to fit them in the trunk of your car. This process should be familiarised with before you purchase one. Check how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to stand up to the wear and tear of many years. This includes the need to endure the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, which is why you must ensure your choice is able to fulfill the tasks you require it to. Also, you want your stroller to have an image or color that isn't prone to fading quickly so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The best prams are made from high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so you should look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and an effective suspension system. The best prams will also have a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or the boot when not in use.

All prams on this list allow a baby to lie flat, which is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to expand with your child. Some come with a carrycot, or a reclined seat that can be easily removed and put back on when your child outgrows them.

If you are purchasing a pram for the very first time, a travel system that comes with the carrycot as well as car seats could be worth a look. Our tester for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a handy 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 said was really 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 transformed from a single pushchair into double in 30 different configurations. It also features 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. And like our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included, it can be used right from birth.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie flat as they can. This will aid in their development and improve oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic at that, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her 10-month-old son. She loved that she could raise or lower her baby by pressing an button, keeping him in view, while still maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

It's a great stroller for those who wish to get around town without hassle since the frame is an ideal size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres permit you to move it off the road and on to rough terrain. It's an excellent choice when you are planning to have a child in the near future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies because it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place, which is a feature that not all prams have. This reduces time and makes it simpler to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find on a high-end model However, the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on various terrains. This is a great choice for those who live in the city and must navigate narrow streets and crowded pathways regularly. Although it's not inexpensive, the quality and versatility of this model make it possible to save you money in the end by avoiding the need to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. It's available in a broad selection of colors too, so you can pick one that fits your personal style.