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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or Sling, is the main mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and design to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby foldable stroller is a great stroller for children from newborns to three years old. The reversible handle lets you to tilt the seat so your child can face you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and about with your baby, you want to be sure they're comfortable. There are prams that ensure your baby doesn't feel anything.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lie flat. This is essential for babies as it increases oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. They also have a seat that can be changed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up.

For a truly luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position but does have a padded liner and mattress. It's also lighter than many prams, at a weight of just 8kg. But it has a sturdy chassis with grained leather details and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something more budget-friendly but with a similar style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The stylish, one-hand steer model isn't as light as some of the other prams we tested but it has an impressively large storage basket and the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're the first parent of your child we suggest you look into 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 into 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 practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette, into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

The pram should be fitted with five-point safety harnesses that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps between their head and legs that can get trapped. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. The main cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams could tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another common cause of injury is falling off the pram or stroller. If the harness of a baby is not secured properly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. It is therefore essential to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into place.

Some good prams (talks about it) also have a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from the sun in either direction. This is a handy feature since you will not be having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you are to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, such as snacks for your toddler or child and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

You should never leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless they are in their sight at all times. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the stroller travel or pram and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for short periods of time during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you disassemble them in order to put them in the trunk of your car so it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with the process before purchasing one. Find out how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to last through several years of wear and wear and tear. You need to ensure that your pram can handle the mud of a walk, as well as multiple car trips. You want to make sure that your stroller is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading to avoid looking like you've fallen out of style.

The best prams are made of high-quality materials and are built to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an effective suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lie flat, which is crucial for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child. Some include a carrycot or a reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might be looking for a travel system which is an all-in-one package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby by pressing a single button. This lets you maintain eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

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

Style

Newborns must lay flat as much as they can to help develop and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs, which is why it's essential that all prams permit this. Some models allow a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot, while others have the seat that can recline to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me features the latter feature, and it's fantastic at that, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her 10-month-old son. She loved the fact that she could raise or lower her baby at the push of a button to keep him in sight and still maintain eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great pram for those who wish to travel around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres allow you to remove it from the road and into rough terrain. It's also a good option if you're thinking of having a second child in the future because it easily converts from a single pram into a double or twin pushchair sale.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat when you purchase it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot in place - something that not all prams can do, so it's an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are all features you'd expect to find on a premium model However, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver over different terrains. It's also a great choice if you reside in a city and must navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. Although it's not inexpensive however, the durability and quality of this model will save you money in the long run by not having to purchase a separate toddler pushchair. It's available in a wide range of colors, as well, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.