Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide In Good Prams

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A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or a sling, is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for babies to three years old. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you'll want to ensure they're secure. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your little one isn't apprehensive.

All prams featured in this guide allow your baby to lie flat. This is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your child is able to sit up.

For a really high-end feel it's the Venicci egg2 provides a warm feeling of a cocoon for your baby with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but has a padded liner and mattress. It's also a little lighter than the majority of prams, weighing less than 8kg but has a sturdy chassis and grained leather details and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to be used in more rural environments.

The Minu V2 is a great option when you're looking for a model with a similar design but at a lower price. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you are a first time parent we suggest you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to get your baby from the car to the pram without waking them and is perfect 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 a lie-flat 'pramette to a stroller travel for toddlers compatible with the Graco ISize car seat.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Check the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not cracked 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 to the handles or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without the harness being secured.

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

Some good prams also have a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from sun in either direction. This is a great feature as you can avoid having to wake your child awake when you change their position in the pram or while you go in and out of shops. There are other features that can be useful, for example an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not in sight. Babies are prone to wiggle during sleep and could cause them to fall out of the pram or stroller. This could lead to suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram sets should not be used as a substitute for the crib. It should only be used for short periods during the daytime.

It is necessary to take apart the majority of prams to put them into the trunk of your car. This procedure is something you should know before you purchase one. Also, consider how easy it is to get the various sections back together and then click them into place.

Durability

A pram must be able to last through several years of wear and wear and tear. You want to make sure that your baby's pram is able to handle muddy walks and also multiple car trips. You also want your stroller to have an image or color that doesn't get outdated so you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style.

The best prams are made with high-quality materials. They are designed to last. So, look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels and an efficient suspension system. The best prams are lightweight and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams on this list allow your baby to lie on their backs. This is important for babies, as it helps them develop their hips and spine, and boosts oxygen levels. A lot of them are designed to grow with your child with some having a carrycot or fully-reclined seat that can be clicked off and on the frame when your little one outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram for the very first time you should consider a travel system that has the carrycot as well as a car seat could be of interest. We love the Graco Near2Me system that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has an innovative feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the touch of a single button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with them and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single pushchair to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap, but it can be used for multiple children if necessary. Similar to our winner iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as often as possible to aid development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs, so it's important 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 is a great device for the latter as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old daughter. She loved the fact that she could raise or lower her little one with the press of a button, keeping him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.

This frame is perfect for nipping around town and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off the road or on rough terrain. It's a great choice when you are planning to have a second child in the near future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair sale into a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat when you purchase it separately. It can be folded while the carrycot still in place It's something that not all prams offer. This saves time and makes it simpler to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are all the features you'd expect to see on a pram of the highest quality, but its sleek frame makes it easy to handle across a variety of terrains. It's also an ideal choice if you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded sidewalks frequently. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. It's available in a broad variety of colors, and you can choose one that fits your personal style.