What Makes Good Prams?

A babiie pram (also known as a pushchair or stroller) is the most popular form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A good pram is a blend of safety, comfort and design that makes 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. Its reversible handle allows you to turn the seat so that your child can either face either you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and about with a baby, you want to ensure they're secure. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your little one isn't apprehensive.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is essential for babies as it increases oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is able to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It is smooth and has curved lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to an upright position however, it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, at a weight of just 8kg. But it has a sturdy frame with finely textured leather and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model that has a similar appearance but at a price that is lower. The swish-looking, one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as some of the other prams we tested but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an extended hood with UPF50+ protection that'll keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're a first-time parent we recommend a travel system bundle which includes a pram as well as a car seat that attach to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their child from their car to the pram newborn without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional childs pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette, or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and secure. It should not have any gaps that could trap their heads or legs. The straps must 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. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. The main cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the sturdiest prams can tip over if you attach bags to the handles or if a child with a wriggling is able to get into or out of the seat without the harness being secured.

Another common cause of injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If a baby is not properly secured the pram, they could fall out of the pram and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore essential to make sure that the buckle on the harness is locked into the correct position.

Some good prams; this guy, also have a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from 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 in and out of shops. There are other features that are useful, such as a snack tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. There's also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without having them in sight. Babies can be prone to wriggling while sleeping and could cause them to fall out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for a cot and should only be used for short periods of time 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 is recommended to familiarize yourself with this procedure before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand slippery walks, as well as multiple car trips. Also, you want your stroller to have a print or colour that isn't prone to fading quickly so that you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They are designed to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and an efficient suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold, so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not being used.

All prams on this list allow infants to lay flat, which is vital for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams have been designed to grow with your child. Some include carrycots, or a fully-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 also be interested in a travel system which is a bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and pushchairs car seats seat. Our parent tester Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It is a revolutionary feature that lets you raise and lower your child with the touch of a single button. This lets you keep your eyes on your child and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be converted from a single pushchair a double with 30 different configurations. It also features a 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 you need to and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth using the carrycot included.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's important that all prams allow this. Some models permit an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be fully reclined, whereas others feature a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old child. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her child with the push of a button to keep him in view, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

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

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It is suitable for newborns since it includes a carrycot that can be rolled flat and is compatible with a car-seat if purchased separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place It's a feature that not all prams offer. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are features you would expect to see in a top model however, the sleek frame makes it simple for you to maneuver on different terrains. This is an excellent choice for those who live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or congested pathways regularly. While it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this model mean that it can save you money over the long term by eliminating the need to invest in a separate pushchair for toddlers. It's available in an extensive selection of colors too, so you can choose one that fits your personal style.