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What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also known as a stroller or pushchair) is the most popular form of transportation for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines comfort, safety and design to make walking enjoyable 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 reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

You want your baby to be comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and helps support their hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to a more upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feel for your baby. It features smooth, curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which does not recline into a flat position however it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than the majority of Prams Pushchairs Prams available at less than 8kg, but it has solid chassis and grained leather accents as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and able to take on more rural settings.

If you want something more affordable, but with a similar design Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as light as the other prams we tested however it comes with a large storage basket and extendable hood with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering the travel system bundle that includes a pram with car seat and car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby out of the car to the pram without having to wake them up and is ideal for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette, to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

The pram should be fitted with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps where their legs or heads are likely to get caught. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure that they aren't cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the main reason for these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can topple if you hook your bags onto the handles or if the child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another reason for injury 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 head or neck injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to protect your baby in either direction from the sun. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram, or when you are into and out of shops. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket underneath the seat, and a handlebar that locks into position when you are not using it.

You should never let a child sleep in their stroller unless you are within sight of them at all times. Babies are prone to wriggling while sleeping, which can cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to suffocation and strangulation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for short periods during the day.

It is necessary to take apart most prams in order to fit them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure is something you should know before you buy one. Check how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.

Durability

A pram must be able stand up to the wear and tear of many years. This includes the need to endure muddy walks and getting through numerous car journeys, so you need to ensure that your choice is able to do the job you need it to. It is also important for your pram to come in a print or colour that doesn't get outdated so you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style.

The best prams will be constructed from high-quality materials and built to last. Look for durable fabrics, sturdy tires, and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or even the boot.

All the prams in this list allow the baby to lay on their backs. This is crucial for infants as it helps them develop their hips and spine, and improves oxygenation levels. Many of these prams are designed to expand with your child's. Some include a carrycot, or a reclined seat that can be snapped on and off when your child outgrows them.

If you are purchasing a pram for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that includes both a carrycot and a car seat may be of interest. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of one button. This lets you keep eye contact with them and keep them close.

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 luxurious pram that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair, with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not expensive, but you can use it with multiple children, if needed. And like our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its included carrycot, it can be used right from birth.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as possible. This will aid in their development and improve oxygen levels in the lungs. Some models allow for an entirely flat position using a carrycot that is 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 is fantastic at what it does as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son of 10 months. She loved the ability to raise or lower her infant at the touch of the button to keep him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.

The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof tires permit you to drive it off road or on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice if you plan to have a second child in the future, as it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair 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 baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats when you purchase it separately. It can be folded using the carrycot as a stand and it's something that does not happen with all prams, so it's an efficient and easy 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 easy for you to maneuver on diverse terrains. It's also a great option if you reside in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks regularly. Although it's not inexpensive, the quality and versatility of this model make it possible to save you money over the long term by avoiding the need to buy a separate pushchair for toddlers. It's available in a broad range of colors, as well, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.