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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of comfort, safety and style to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for babies to 3 years old. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

If you're out and about with your baby, you'll want to be sure they're comfortable. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure that your baby does not feel anything.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide all allow your baby to lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and helps support their growing spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is able to sit up.

For a really high-end experience, the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon feel for your newborn with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position, but has a padded liner and mattress. It's also lighter than most prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it still has a sturdy chassis with the grained leather accents and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

If you want something more affordable, but still with the same design Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first-time parent, we recommend you consider the travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that are attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby out of the car into the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' lying flat to a pushchair for toddlers, compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram must have a five point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps must be padded 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 or strollers. The main cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you hang your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram, or stroller. If a baby is not securely secured in the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into the correct position.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from sun in any direction. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram or when you are going in and out of shops. There are also other features that are useful, for example a snack tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them within reach. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep, which can cause them to roll off the pram or stroller and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for the crib. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble most prams in order to place them in the trunk of your car. This process is something you should know before you buy one. Also, check how easy it is to get the different sections back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram should be able to last through many years of wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice will perform the task you want it to. It is also important for your pram to come in an image or color that won't date quickly to avoid looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The best prams are constructed of top-quality materials and designed to last. Look for durable materials as well as sturdy tires and an efficient suspension system. The most reliable prams have a compact fold, so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not in use.

All the prams on this list allow your baby to lie on their backs. This is crucial for newborns, because it aids in the development of their spine and hips and improves oxygenation levels. A lot of them are designed to grow with your child and some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and on the frame when your little one outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram for the first time you should consider a travel system that has the carrycot as well as car seats could be of interest. Our tester for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the touch of one button. This lets you keep eye contact with your child and keep them close.

Another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two children, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be converted from a single pushchair double in 30 different configurations. It also features the sun canopy which can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive however, you can use it for multiple children if necessary. Similar to our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot is a great option to use right from birth.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as possible. This will aid in their development and improve oxygen levels in the lungs. Some models allow a completely flat position by using the carrycot which is fully reclined, whereas others have a seat which reclines to a horizontal position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her child who was 10 months old. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her baby by pressing an button, keeping him in view and still maintain closeness and eye contact.

It's a great choice for those who wish to nip around town with ease as the frame is an ideal size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres permit you to move it off the road and onto rough terrain. It's a great choice when you are planning to have a child in the future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a double or twin.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's suitable for babies as it comes with a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place, which is a feature that not all prams have. This reduces time and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect on a premium model however, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver over various terrains. It's also an ideal choice for those who reside in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality could 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.