What Makes Good Prams?

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

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful stroller for newborns and 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

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

All the prams listed in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is crucial for babies as it increases oxygenation and helps support their hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It has smooth, curving lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which doesn't recline into an upright position, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, weighing under 8kg but still has a sturdy chassis and grained leather details as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and able to handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The stylish, one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as some of the other prams we tested however it comes with a large storage basket, as well as an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection that'll keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a new parent we recommend a travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby out of the car to the pram without waking them and is ideal for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

A pram uk should have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is secure and should not allow any gaps to entrap their legs or heads. The straps should be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. It is also important to check the harness buckles to make sure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a lot of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams could tip over when you hang bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling or squirming and falls into or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby isn't securely fastened in, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. Therefore, it is important to make sure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into place.

A few good prams also come with a reversible canopy that will shield your baby from the sun in any direction. This feature is useful because you don't have to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller or when you enter stores and out. There are also other features that could be useful, like an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within reach. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the stroller or pram sale and can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A stroller or pram should not be used as a substitute for the crib. It is best to use it for short periods during the day.

The majority of prams require you to disassemble them in order to put them in the boot of your car so it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with this process before you buy one. Also, consider how it is easy to put the different sections back together and click them in place.

Durability

A pram must be able to last through many years of wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through numerous car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice is able to perform the task you want it to. You also want your pram bags to come in the form of a color or print that doesn't get outdated so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They have been designed to last, so look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels and an effective suspension system. The top prams (Fic says) have a compact fold, so they are easy to store in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All prams on this list allow babies to lie down on their backs. This is important for babies, as it helps them develop their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. Many of these prams have been designed to expand with your child's. Some have carrycots, or a fully-reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on as your child grows.

If you are purchasing an infant stroller for the first time, a travel system that includes both a carrycot and car seats could be a good idea. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby with the touch of one button. This allows you to 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 children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be transformed from a single pushchair travel system to double in 30 different configurations. It also comes with sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you could use it for more than one child if needed and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3 in one pushchair, can be used from birth with the carrycot included.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie flat as they can. This will help with their development and increase oxygen levels in the lungs. Some models allow a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycots, while others have a seat that reclines to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise or lower her child with the press of a button, keeping him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and closeness.

The 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 choice if you plan to have a child in the future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair into a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It is suitable for newborns as it includes a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with car seats when purchased separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place This is an option that not all prams offer. This reduces time and makes it simpler to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect on a high-end model, but the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on various terrains. It's also an ideal choice if you live in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the need for a separate stroller for toddlers. You can choose from a variety of colors to suit your preferences.