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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the most popular form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A quality pram blends safety, comfort, and design 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 kids. 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 child to be at ease when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing.

The prams pushchairs prams pushchairs we've chosen in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat improves oxygen levels and supports their developing spine and hips. They also have a seat that can be converted to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines and a bucket-shaped seat which does not recline into flat however it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than the majority of prams on the market at less than 8kg, but it has solid chassis and grained leather details and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great option to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar look but for a lesser price. The swish-looking, one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight than some of the other prams we tested but it has an impressively large storage basket, as well as an extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a new parent we recommend a travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their baby from the 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'pramette' lying flat to a pushchair for toddlers, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It should also not have any gaps in which their heads or legs are likely to get caught. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised each year because of injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the main cause of these injuries. Even the sturdiest prams can fall over if you hang bags onto the handles, or if a child with a wriggling can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.

Another frequent cause of injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a child's harness is not fastened properly it could cause them to fall from the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. It is therefore important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into the correct position.

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from sun in any direction. This feature is beneficial because you won't have to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you go in and out of stores. There are other features that could be useful, such as a snack tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find a shopping basket underneath the seat.

It is not advisable to let a child sleep in their stroller unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this may cause them to roll off the pram or stroller and can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A pram or prams stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for short periods during the day.

Most prams require you to disassemble them in order to fit them into the boot of your car so it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with the process before you purchase one. Also, consider how it is easy to put the different sections back together before putting them into place.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your pram can handle muddy walks and also multiple car trips. You should ensure that your pram is a colour or print that isn't prone to fading so you don't look as if you've slipped out of style.

The best prams are made of high-quality materials and have been designed to last. So, look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels and an effective suspension system. The best prams will also have a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lie flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some come with carrycots, or a reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you are purchasing a pram for the very first time, a travel system that has an infant carrycot and a car seat may be worth a look. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with a handy feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the push of a button so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close, which she described as being important to her as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be transformed from a single pushchair into double in 30 different configurations. It also has the sun canopy which can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap, but you can use it for more than one child, if you need to and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the included carrycot.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, which is why it is essential that all prams allow this. Some models allow a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have the seat that can recline to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She loved the ability to raise or lower her baby with a push of an button, keeping him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.

The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town, and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a good option if you're thinking of having another child in future because it easily converts from a single pram into a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish premium option that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded by putting the carrycot in place which is something not all prams can do which is why it's an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect to find in a top model However, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver around various terrains. It's also a great option if you reside in a city and must navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. Although it's not cheap but 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. You can pick from a range of colors to match your style.