What Makes good prams (browse this site)?

A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or a sling, is the primary method of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram blends safety, comfort, and design to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns up to 3 year old children. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your child to be at ease when you're out with them. There are prams that ensure that your baby isn't shivering any sensations.

All the prams listed in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their hips and spine. They also have seats that can be converted to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curving lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to flat, but it does have padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also a little lighter than the majority of prams available at under 8kg but still has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof, and can take on more rural settings.

If you want something more budget-friendly but still with the same design Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The stylish one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight than some of the other prams we tried but it does have a large storage basket and extended hood with UPF50+ protection, which will keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're a new parent we suggest you look into a travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that are attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to transfer your child from the car to the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for busy parents who are always on the move. 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

A pram should have a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and secure. It should not have any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Also, you should inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure that they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are admitted to hospitals every year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. Tipping over is the primary reason for these injuries. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you attach bags onto the handles, or if a wriggling child can get in or out of the seat without the harness being secured.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the pram or stroller. If a child is not securely secured in the pram double, they may fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head 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 shield your baby from sun in either direction. This feature is useful because you don't have to wake up your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller, or when you go into stores and out. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket underneath the seat, and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you're not using it.

You should never leave a child sleeping in their stroller unless they are in their sight at all times. Babies are susceptible to wriggling while sleeping and this can cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could result in suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for brief periods during the day.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them into the boot of your vehicle. This process is something you should know before you purchase one. Also check how easy it is to get the various sections back together before putting them into place.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. This includes having to deal with walking in the rain and many car journeys, which is why you must ensure your choice can perform the task you want it to. You want to make sure that your pram is in a colour or print that isn't prone to fading so you don't look like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best travel stroller prams will be constructed of top-quality materials and built to last. You should look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as an effective suspension system. The most reliable prams have a compact fold, so they are easy to store in your garage or boot when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow babies to lie flat. This is crucial for newborns, because it aids in the development of their hips and spine and improves oxygenation levels. Many are designed to grow with your child with some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame when your child is no longer using it.

If you are buying a pram for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that comes with a carrycot and a car seat could be a good idea. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It has a nifty feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the push of a button. This way you can keep eye contact and keep them close, which she said was really important to her since the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 in one pushchair is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be transformed from a single pushchair to double, with 30 different configurations. It also comes with a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you can use it for multiple children, if needed. And like our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

All prams should permit newborns to lie as flat as possible. This will aid in their development and improve oxygen saturation in the lung. Some models create a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot, while others have the seat that can recline to a flat position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She loved the fact that she could raise or lower her baby at the touch of a button to keep him in sight while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a good option if you're thinking of having another child in the near future since it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair.

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

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are the kind of features you'd expect to find on a premium pram, but its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver on a variety of terrains. This is an excellent choice when you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets and crowded walkways frequently. While it's not cheap but the quality and versatility of this stroller will save you money in the long run by avoiding the need to purchase an additional pushchair for toddlers. It's available in an extensive variety of colors, too, so you can choose one that matches your personal style.