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What Makes Good Prams?

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

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

When you're out and about with your baby, you need to ensure they're secure. There are prams that will ensure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and assists in the development of their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is able to sit up.

For a luxurious experience this Venicci egg2 provides a warm feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seating that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position, but it does have an upholstered liner and mattress. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing less than 8kg but has solid chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof, and can take on more rural settings.

If you're looking for something more budget-friendly but with a similar design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does come with a large storage basket. It also comes with an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you're the first parent of your child, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram as well as a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby from the car into the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for parents on the go. 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 to a pushchair for toddlers, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps in which their heads or legs could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not damaged and show signs of wear. Every year, a lot of children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the primary reason for these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can tip over if you hook bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the pram For newborn or stroller. If a baby is not properly secured the pram, Pram for Newborn they may fall out of the pram pushchair and suffer head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

Some prams with good quality also have an adjustable canopy that can shield your baby from sun in both directions. This feature is beneficial because you won't have to wake up your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller or when you enter stores and out. There are other features that can be useful, for example a snack tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them within sight. Babies are prone to wiggle while asleep and this could cause them to fall out of the stroller or pram. This can lead to suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for a cot and should only be used for short periods of time during the day.

It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to put them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure should be familiarised with before you purchase one. Find out how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to last through several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through numerous car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice will perform the task you want it to. It is important to ensure that your pram is in a color or pattern that isn't prone to fading so you don't look like you've lost style.

The best prams are constructed from high-quality materials and designed to last. You should look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and an effective suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, so you can put them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams on this list allow your baby to lay flat. This is essential for newborns, as it helps them develop their hips and spine, and boosts oxygen levels. Many are designed to grow with your child, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be moved on and off the frame for when your child is no longer using it.

If you are considering buying an infant stroller for the first time, a travel system that has an infant carrycot and car seats could be a good idea. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It has a nifty feature that raises and lowers your child at the push of a button. This way you can maintain eye contact and keep them close which she said was really important for her son as he was in an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations. It also comes with premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but you could use it for more than one child if needed and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as they can. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models allow a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature a seat that reclines to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature and is fantastic in this regard, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her infant by pressing an button, keeping him in sight and still maintain the eye contact and closeness.

This frame is perfect to take a stroll around town, and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's a great option for those who plan to have another child in the near future since it can be converted from a single pushchair a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams provide. This reduces time and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of features you'd expect to find on a premium pram and its sleek design makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice if you reside in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. Although it's not cheap, the quality and versatility of this model will save you money in the long run by not having to purchase an additional pushchair for toddlers. It's available in a wide selection of colors and you can pick one that matches your personal style.