What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a stroller, pushchair or Sling, is the most popular form of transport for babies and toddlers. A great pram combines comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful stroller for newborns and 3-year-old kids. The reversible handle lets you to tilt the seat so your child can look at either you or the world around them.

Comfort

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

All the pushchairs prams in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. They also have a seat which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that offers a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It is smooth and has curving lines and a bucket-shaped seat that doesn't recline to an upright position, but it does have an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather detailing, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to handle more rugged terrains.

If you're looking for something a bit more budget-friendly but with a similar style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we've tested but it has an impressively large storage basket and the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering the travel system bundle that includes a pram as well as a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This allows parents to move their child from their car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful pram that can convert easily from a lie-flat 'pramette' to a toddler-friendly pushchair, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads could get stuck. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Check the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not damaged and show signs of wear. Many children are admitted to hospitals every year due to injuries from strollers or prams. The most common reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over when you strap bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls into or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If a baby's harness is not secured properly, it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the correct position.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can shield your baby from the sun in either 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 to and from the shops. Other useful features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a basket for shopping under the seat and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you are not using it.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without having them in sight. Babies are prone to wiggle while asleep, which could cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This can lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram shops near me or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to fit them in the trunk of your car. This process is something you should know before you purchase one. Check how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram must be able to last through several years of wear and tear. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and many car journeys, which is why you want to be sure your choice can perform the task you want it to. Also, you want your pram to come in a print or colour that isn't prone to fading quickly to avoid looking like you've gone out of style.

The most effective prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They have been designed to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and a well-designed suspension system. The best prams will also feature a compact strollers fold so you can store them easily in your garage or boot when not being used.

All the prams in this list allow the baby to lay on their backs. This is important for infants because it allows them to develop their spine and hips and improves oxygenation levels. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some include a carrycot, or a reclined seat that can be easily removed and put back on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel set which is an all-in-one package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby with the touch of a single button. This lets you keep eye contact with them and keep them close.

Another option 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 pushchair that can be transformed from a single pushchair double in 30 different configurations. It also has the sun canopy which can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not inexpensive but you can use it with multiple children, if needed. Like our top pick, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot can be used as early as.

Style

Newborns should lie flat as much as possible to aid development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's important that all prams support this. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have a seat that reclines to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature and is fantastic at what it does, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She was thrilled that she could raise or lower her baby at the press of a button and keep him in view while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

The frame is ideal for city trips, and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's an excellent choice if you plan to have a second child in the near future because it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair to a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that looks and feels luxurious. It's ideal for babies because 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 using the carrycot as a stand - something that not all prams can do which is why it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are all the things you'd expect on a pram of the highest quality, but its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice when you reside in a city and must navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. 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 match your preferences.