What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or a Sling, is the main form of transport for babies 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 fantastic pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. The reversible handle lets you to rotate the seat so that your child can look at either you or the world around them.

Comfort

If you're out and about with your baby, you'll want to be sure they're comfortable. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one isn't apprehensive.

All the prams in this guide let your baby lie flat. This is important for newborns since it improves oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. They also have seats which can be transformed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.

For a luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seating that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position, but has an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than other prams on the market at under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to take on more rural settings.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something with a similar design but at a lower price. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first time parent We suggest that you look into a travel system package which includes a car seat as well as a pram that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to wake them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and practical pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette, or a lie-flat 'pramette' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps that could trap their legs or head. The straps should be padded, 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 admitted to hospitals each year due to injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you attach bags onto the handles, or if a child with a wriggling is able to get into or out of the seat without harnesses being properly secured.

A frequent cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If a baby isn't securely secured in the pram, they may fall out of the pram and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to make sure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into place.

Some good prams also have a reversible canopy that will protect your baby from sun in either direction. This feature is helpful because you won't have to wake up your baby every time you change their position in the stroller, or when you go into stores and out. There are also other features that could be useful, such as an eating tray for your toddler or child and drink holders. There's also an extra shopping basket under the seat.

Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram newborn if you are not in sight. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this may cause them to roll off the stroller or pram and cause strangulation or suffocation. A pram or a stroller is not an alternative to a crib. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you dismantle them to put them in the car's boot so it is recommended to familiarize yourself with this procedure before purchasing one. Also, consider how easy it is to get the different parts back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through many car journeys, which is why you want to be sure your choice will do the job you need it to. You should ensure that your stroller is in a colour or print that will not date easily so you don't look like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams will be constructed from high-quality materials and designed to last. You should look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, so you can store them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams on this list allow your baby to lay flat. This is important for babies, because it allows them to develop their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Many are designed to grow with your child with some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be moved off and back on the frame for when your child is no longer using it.

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set which is a package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a clever feature that raises and lowers your child at the push of a button. This way you can keep eye contact and keep them close which she claimed was important to her as he was in an exploratory stage.

Another option is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two children, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram sets that can be converted from a single to double pushchair pram, with 30 possible configurations and features luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap but you could use it for more than one child if needed and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the included carrycot.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's important that all prams allow this. Some models allow a completely flat position by using a carrycot that can be fully reclined, whereas others feature a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She loved that she could raise or lower her child at the touch of an button, keeping him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.

It's a great choice for those who want to nip around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres let you take it off road and into rough terrain. It's an excellent choice when you are planning to have another child in the future since it can be converted from a single pushchair to a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a high-end, stylish option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. You can even fold it using the carrycot as a stand and it's something that does not happen with all prams which is why it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics as well as the spacious basket and puncture-proof tires are all features you would expect to see on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver around various terrains. This is a great option for those who live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or congested pathways regularly. While it's not cheap, the quality and versatility of this stroller will save you money over the long term by avoiding the need to buy an additional pushchair for toddlers. It's available in a broad selection of colors and you can choose one that matches your personal style.