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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, lightweight stroller or Sling, is the most popular mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram combines safety, comfort and design that makes walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for infants to 3 years old. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your baby to feel comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat improves oxygen levels and assists in the development of their spine and hips. They also have a seat that can be converted to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

For a truly luxurious experience this Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position but does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it has a sturdy frame with the grained leather accents and air-filled tyres which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model with a similar design but for a lesser price. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as light as some of the other prams we tried 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 are a first time parent we suggest that you consider the travel system that includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby out of the car to the pram without having to wake them up and is ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is an elegant and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps between their head and legs that could get stuck. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Also, you should check the harness buckles to ensure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. The most common cause of these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you hook bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being secured.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If the harness of a baby is not secured properly, it could cause them to fall from the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. Therefore, it is important to make sure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some prams with good quality also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from sun in any direction. This is a useful feature because it will prevent having to wake your child awake when you change their position in the pram or when you are to and from the shops. There are also other features that can be useful, such as an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram without having them within sight. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep and this can cause them to fall off the pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should only be used for short periods of time during the day.

The majority of prams require you to dismantle them to put them in the trunk of your car so it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with this procedure before you buy one. Check how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to endure a long time of wear. This includes having to deal with walking in the rain and many car journeys, so you must ensure your choice will fulfill the tasks you require it to. You should ensure that your stroller is in a color or pattern that isn't prone to fading so you don't look like you've fallen out of style.

The top prams (relevant resource site) are constructed from high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels and an efficient suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not being used.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lay flat, which is vital for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. A lot of these prams are designed to grow along with your child's. Some include a carrycot or a fully-reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on when your child outgrows them.

If you are buying a pram pushchair for the very first time it is recommended to consider a system that includes both a carrycot and a car seat could be a good idea. We love the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your child at the touch of one button. This lets you keep eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

Another alternative 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 a double with 30 different configurations. It also has sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive, but it can be used for more than one child if you need to. And like our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as much as they can to help develop and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, which is why it's important that all prams permit this. Some models provide a flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have seats that recline to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature, and it's fantastic at that as our tester for parents Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her baby at the press of a button and keep him in sight and still maintain eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great pram for those who want to get around town with ease as the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to take it off road and on to rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having another child in the near future because it easily converts from a single pram into a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place It's an option that not all prams provide. This reduces time and makes it simpler to use.

The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect to find on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver around various terrains. This is a great choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways regularly. Although it's not inexpensive but the quality and versatility of this model mean that it can save you money over the long term by avoiding the need to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a range of colors that will fit your style.