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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a blend of safety, comfort and style that makes walking fun for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns to 3-year-old kids. 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 baby to feel comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure that your baby isn't apprehensive.

The prams we've chosen in this buying guide all allow your baby to lay flat, which is important for newborn babies as lying flat improves oxygen saturation and helps support their growing spine and hips. They also have a seat that can be converted to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It features smooth, curving lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which does not recline into an upright position however, it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also a little lighter than most prams, weighing less than 8kg, but it has a sturdy chassis and grained leather accents and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great choice if you're looking for something with a similar design but for a lesser price. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first time parent, we recommend that you look into a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby from the car into the pram without having to wake them up and is ideal for parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish 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 seat.

Safety

A pram must have a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps that could trap their legs or head. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. Examine the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not cracked and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. The most common reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the sturdiest prams can fall over if you hang bags onto the handles, or if a wriggling child can get in or out of the seat without the harness being done up.

A common cause of injury involves falling off a pram or stroller. If a baby is not securely fastened in the pram, they could fall out of the pram and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to shield your baby in both directions from the sun. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake up your baby every time you change their position in the stroller or when you go into and out of stores. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat, and the handlebar locks in place when you're not using it.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without being in sight. Babies are prone to wriggling while sleeping, which could cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for short periods of time during the day.

Most prams require you to dismantle them to put them in the trunk of your car therefore it's recommended to familiarize yourself with this procedure before you purchase one. Also check how it is easy to put the different sections back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram must be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and tear. You want to make sure that your pram can handle the mud of a walk and also multiple car trips. You also want your pram to be in the form of a color or print that won't date quickly so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.

The most reliable prams are constructed of top-quality materials and designed to last. Look for durable materials with sturdy tires, as well as a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams will also feature a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow a baby to lay flat, which is crucial for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some have a carrycot or a fully-reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child is outgrowing them.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our tester for parents 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 baby by pressing one button. This lets you keep eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

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 luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to double pushchair, with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you could use it for more than one child, if you need to and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the included carrycot.

Style

Newborns must lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs, which is why it's essential that all prams allow this. Some models allow a completely flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have a seat that reclines to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for this, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her infant at the touch of the button to keep him in the same position while maintaining eye contact and proximity.

The frame is ideal for nipping around town and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off the 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 pram into a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It is suitable for newborns as it comes with a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with car seats if purchased separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place It's a feature that not all prams have. This is time-saving and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of features you'd expect to see on a pram of the highest quality however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on any terrain. This is a great choice when you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets and crowded pathways frequently. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this stroller will save you money in the long run by avoiding the need to invest in a separate toddler pushchair. You can choose from a variety of colors that will fit your preferences.