What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or Sling, is the main mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram blends safety, comfort, and style to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.

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

Comfort

You want your baby to be at ease when you're out with them. There are prams that will ensure your baby doesn't feel any discomfort.

All prams pushchairs featured in this guide allow your baby lie flat. This is crucial for newborns since it improves oxygenation and strengthens their hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that has a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curving lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which doesn't recline into a flat position, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it still is sturdy and has the grained leather accents and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great choice if you're looking for something with a similar design but at a price that is lower. 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 comes with an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first time parent, we recommend that you consider a travel system that includes a car seat and pram 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 ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' lying flat into a toddler-friendly pushchair that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

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 in which their heads or legs could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the primary reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple when you strap your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another frequent cause of injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby's harness is not fastened properly, it could cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to make sure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from sun in either direction. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your child up when you are changing their position in the pram or while you are going in and out of 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.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram if you are not within reach. 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 stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should be used only for short periods of time during the daytime.

Most prams require you to disassemble them in order to put them in the trunk of your car so it's an excellent idea to familiarize yourself with this procedure before purchasing one. Also, consider how easy it is to get the various sections back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram should be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice is able to do the job you need it to. You should ensure that your pram is in a colour or print that won't fade easily to avoid looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams are made of high-quality materials, and are designed to last. Look for durable materials, sturdy tires, and a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams on this list allow a baby to lie flat, which is essential for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many of these prams are designed to expand with your child. Some come with a carrycot or a reclined seat that can be easily removed and put back on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you are purchasing a pram for the very first time it is recommended to consider a system that includes both an infant carrycot and car seats could be a good idea. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has a nifty 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 said was really important to her as he was in an exploratory stage.

Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single pushchair to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you could use it for more than one child if needed and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as much as they can to help develop and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs, so it is essential that all prams support this. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature, and it's fantastic in this regard as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her 10-month-old son. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her baby with a push of a button to keep him in sight, while still maintaining the eye contact and closeness.

This frame is perfect to take a stroll around town, and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off the road or on rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having another child in the near future since it is able to convert from a single pram into a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that looks and feels impressive. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded 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.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are things you'd expect on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver around different terrains. This is a great choice if you live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded paths regularly. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this model mean that it can save you money in the end by eliminating the need to purchase a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can choose from a wide range of colors that will fit your preferences.