What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a pushchair or folding stroller) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A quality pram blends comfort, safety and style to make walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby compact stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns up to 3 year old children. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams that will make sure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide allow your baby to lay flat, which is crucial for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen levels and helps support their growing hips and spine. They also have a seat which can be transformed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram with a cocoon feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to a flat position however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg. However, it has a sturdy chassis with grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something that has a similar appearance but at a lower price. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight than some of the other prams we tried but it has an impressively large storage basket and extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first time parent We suggest you consider the travel system that includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from their car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a fashionable and practical pram for travel that can be converted easily from a'pramette' lying flat to a pushchair for toddlers, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to entrap their heads or legs. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure that they are not damaged and show signs of wear. Every year, a lot of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can topple when you strap your bags onto the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls in or out of the seat before the harness is tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling off a pram or stroller. If a child's harness is not fastened properly it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some prams have a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This is a great feature since you will not be having to wake your child awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you go to and from the shops. Other useful features include a snack tray and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat and the handlebar locks into position when you're not using it.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without having them within reach. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep, which can cause them to roll off the pram or babiie stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should only be used for short periods of time during the day.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to put them in the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase one. Find out how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A pram must be able stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You should ensure that your baby's pram is able to handle muddy walks as well as a variety of car trips. It is important to ensure that your pram is the right color or design that won't fade easily to avoid looking as if you've slipped out of style.

The best prams are made with high-quality materials. They are designed to last, so you should look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, allowing you to put them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lay flat. This is important for newborns, because it allows them to develop their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams are designed to grow along with your child's. Some have carrycots, or a reclined seat that can be snapped on and off when your child outgrows them.

If you are buying a pram for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that comes with the carrycot as well as a car seat may be a good idea. Our parent tester Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child with the touch of a single button. This lets you keep your eyes on the baby and keep them in close proximity.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single pushchair to double pushchair, with 30 different configurations, and comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap, but it can be used for multiple children if necessary. And like our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot can be used right from birth.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as often as they can in order to promote development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs. Therefore, it is essential that all prams permit this. Some models allow a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature a seat that reclines to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She loved the fact that she could raise and lower her little one with the press of a button and keep him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great pram for those who wish to nip around town with ease as the frame is an ideal size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres permit you to take it off road and into 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 pushchair to a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. 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 is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place This is a feature that not all prams have. This is time-saving and makes it easier to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are the kinds of things you'd expect on a pram of the highest quality however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle across a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice if you reside in a city and must navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the need for a separate toddler stroller (www.dmc.gov.Lk). You can pick from a wide range of colors to suit your preferences.