10 Things Your Competitors Teach You About Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or pushchair) is the main form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A quality pram combines safety, comfort and design that makes walking fun for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for newborns and 3-year-old kids. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

Your baby should feel comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to ensure that your baby isn't shivering any discomfort.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide allow your baby to lay flat, which is important for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen levels and supports their developing hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

For a really high-end experience this Venicci egg2 offers a cozy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seating that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams, at a weight of just 8kg. However, it has a sturdy chassis with the grained leather accents and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

The Minu V2 is a great choice if you're looking for something with a similar look but for a lesser price. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a new parent we suggest you look into a travel system bundle that includes a pram as well as a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby 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 is easily converted from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette, to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco ISize car seats.

Safety

The pram sets should come with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It must also be free of gaps between their head and legs that are likely to get caught. The straps must be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised each year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. Tipping over is the main reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can tip over if you attach bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being secured.

Another reason for injuries is falling from the pram or stroller. If a baby isn't securely secured in the pram, they may fall out of the stroller and suffer neck or head injuries. Therefore, it is important to always ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the correct position.

Some prams with good quality also have an adjustable canopy that can protect your baby from the sun in either direction. This feature is beneficial because you won't have to wake up your baby when you change their position in the stroller or when you go into and out of shops. There are other features that can be useful, like snacks for your toddler or child and drink holders. You can also find a shopping basket underneath the seat.

You should never leave a child sleeping in their pram unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep, which can cause them to fall off the pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not a substitute for the cot. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you to dismantle them to fit them into the car's boot so it is an excellent idea to familiarize yourself with this procedure before you purchase one. Consider how easy it would be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to stand up to the wear and tear of many years. You want to make sure that your pram can handle slippery walks, as well as multiple car trips. You should ensure that your pram is a color or pattern that isn't prone to fading to avoid looking like you've fallen out of fashion.

The top prams are constructed of high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The top 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 the baby to lay flat. This is crucial for newborns, because it aids in the development of their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. A lot of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some include a carrycot or a reclined chair that can be snapped on and off when your child is outgrowing them.

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you may be interested in a travel system prams system that is a complete bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child by pressing one button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with them and keep them close.

Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that can be converted from a single to double pushchair travel system and has 30 possible configurations and features premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not inexpensive but it can be used for multiple children if necessary. And like our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used right from birth.

Style

Newborns must lay flat as much as they can to help develop and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, which is why it is essential that all prams allow this. Some models allow for a completely flat position by 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 and it's brilliant in this regard as our tester for parents Jaya discovered when she tried it with her 10-month-old son. She loved the fact that she could raise or lower her little one with the push of a button to keep him in sight while maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

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

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels impressive. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat, if you buy it separately. You can even fold it with the carrycot in place and it's something that isn't the case with all prams which is why it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

The pram's luxurious fabric, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are features you'd expect in a top model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over diverse terrains. It's also a great choice when you live in a city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks regularly. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the purchase of a separate stroller for toddlers. You can choose from a wide range of colors to match your preferences.