What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or foldable pushchair) is the main form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A great Pram for newborn is a combination of comfort, safety and design that makes walking enjoyable for the entire family.

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

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 does not feel anything.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is important for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen levels and supports their developing hips and spine. They also come with seats which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

For a luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seat that does not recline to a lying-flat position, but has a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, with a weight of less than 8kg. However, it is sturdy and has the grained leather accents and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model that has a similar appearance but for a lesser price. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as lightweight as other strollers, but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected.

If you are new to parenting we suggest you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat as well as a pram that are attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby out of the car into the pram without having to wake them up and is perfect for busy parents on the go. 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 toddler-friendly pushchair compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps between their head and legs that could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure that they are not damaged and show signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised each year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you hook bags to the handles or if the child is wriggling and gets in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram or stroller. If a baby isn't securely secured in the pram, they may fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. This is why it is important to make sure that the harness buckle is always locked in place.

A few good prams also come with a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from the sun in both directions. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you enter stores and out. There are also other features that could be useful, for example snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without being in sight. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep, which can cause them to roll off the pram bags or stroller and cause strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should only be used for short periods during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure must be mastered before you buy one. Also, consider how easy it is to get the various sections back together and then click them into place.

Durability

A running pram must be able stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand the mud of a walk, as well as multiple car trips. It is important to ensure that your pram is a colour or print that will not date easily to avoid looking like you've fallen out of style.

The best 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 efficient suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams on this list allow babies to lay flat. This is important for infants as it helps them develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams are designed to expand with your child. Some have carrycots, or a fully-reclined chair that can be easily removed and put back on when your child outgrows them.

If you are considering buying an infant stroller for the first time you should consider a travel system that has the carrycot as well as car seats could be worth a look. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with a clever feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of a button so you can keep eye contact and keep them close, which she claimed was important to her as he was in an exploratory stage.

Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single to double pushchair, with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not expensive however, you can use it for multiple children if necessary. Like our top pick iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used right from birth.

Style

Newborns need to lay flat as often as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it's essential that all prams support this. Some models allow an entirely flat position using a carrycot that can be completely reclined, while others feature a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature, and it's fantastic in this regard as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her 10-month-old son. She was thrilled that she could raise and lower her little one with the push of a button and keep him in the view of others and still maintain eye contact and a closeness.

It's a great stroller for those who want to travel around town without hassle since the frame is an ideal size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres let you move it off the road and on to rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for those who plan to have a second child in the near future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair stroller to a twin stroller or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's suitable for babies because it includes a carrycot that can be rolled flat and is compatible with car seats if purchased separately. You can fold it with the carrycot in place and it's something that not all prams can do, so it's an easy and time-saving feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are all the things you'd expect on a premium pram, but its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. It's also a great option when you live in a large city and must navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. While it's not cheap but the quality and versatility of this model make it possible to save you money in the long run by not having to invest in a separate pushchair for toddlers. You can choose from a wide range of colors that will fit your style.