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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a stroller, pushchair or sling, is the primary method of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and design to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so that your child can either face you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your child to be comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one does not feel anything.

All the prams listed in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is important for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position when your baby is able to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shaped seat that doesn't recline to flat however, it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, at a weight of just 8kg. But it has a sturdy frame with finely textured leather and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

If you want something more budget-friendly but with the same style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good 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 has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby protected and shaded.

If you're the first parent of your child we suggest you look into a travel strollers system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from their car to the pram without having to wake them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful pram that can convert easily from a'pramette' that lies flat into a toddler-friendly pushchair compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps that could trap their legs or head. The straps should be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. The most common reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you attach bags to the handles or if a child with a wriggling gets into or out of the seat without the harness being done up.

A common cause of injury involves falling off a pram or stroller. If a baby's harness is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall out of the triple stroller and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the harness buckle is always locked in place.

Some prams come with a reversible shade that can be used to shield your baby in both directions from the sun. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram or while you are to and from the shops. Other useful features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat and a handlebar that locks in place when you are not using it.

You should never leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies can be prone to wiggle during sleep and this could cause them to fall out of the stroller or pram. This could result in strangulation and suffocation. A pram or a stroller is not an alternative to a cot. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the day.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to place them in the trunk of your car. This procedure should be familiarised with before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to endure a long time of wear. This includes surviving the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, so you must ensure your choice is able to do the job you need it to. You also want your pram to be in an image or color that isn't prone to fading quickly to avoid looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and have been designed to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and a well-designed suspension system. The top prams (Recommended Internet site) have a compact fold, so they can be easily stored in your garage or the boot when not when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow your baby to lie down flat. This is essential for infants as it helps them develop their hips and spine and improves oxygenation levels. Some are made to adapt to your child's needs with some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and on the frame for when your little one outgrows it.

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you may also be interested in 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 device that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that can raise or lower your child with the click of a button. This way you can maintain eye contact and keep them close, which she said was really important for her son as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single to double pushchair and has 30 different configurations, and 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 in the event of need and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will help with their development and improve oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow for a completely flat position by using a carrycot that can be completely reclined, while others have a seat which reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She loved the ability to raise or lower her infant by pressing a button to keep him in sight and still maintain eye contact and proximity.

The frame is ideal for nipping around town, and the puncture-proof tires permit you to drive it off road or over rough terrain. It's a great option if you plan to have another child in the future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's suitable for babies as it includes a carrycot which can be rolled flat and is compatible with car seats if purchased separately. You can fold it by putting the carrycot in place which is something isn't the case with all prams which is why it's an efficient and easy feature.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are the kinds of features you'd expect to see on a high-end pram however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle across a variety of terrains. This is a great option for those who live in the city push chairs and prams must navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways on a regular basis. It's not cheap prams, but its versatility and quality can save you money over time by avoiding the need for a separate stroller for toddlers. It's available in a broad variety of colors, as well, so you can pick one that fits your personal style.