20 Trailblazers Setting The Standard In Good Prams
What Makes Good Prams?
A pram (also known as a pushchair or stroller) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A quality pram is a combination of safety, comfort and design that makes walking enjoyable 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
If you're out and about with a baby, you want to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure your child does not feel anything.
All the prams listed in this guide allow your baby lie flat. This is important for newborns since it improves oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. They also come with seats which can be transformed to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit up.
Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It is smooth and has curving lines and a bucket-shaped seat which doesn't recline into flat, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than many prams, at a weight of just 8kg. However, it has a sturdy frame with finely textured leather and tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof.
If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, but with the same style Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.
If you're a first time parent we suggest you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their child from their car to the pram without having to wake them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful pram newborn for travel that can be converted easily from a'pramette' lying flat into a toddler-friendly pushchair that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.
Safety
The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads can get trapped. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. It is also important to check the harness buckles to make sure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised every year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. The main reason for these injuries is tipping over. Even the most robust prams could tip over if you hook bags on the handles, or if a wriggling child gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.
Another common cause of injuries is falling from the stroller or pram. If the harness of a baby is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. It is therefore 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 both directions from the sun. This is a handy feature as you can avoid having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram or when you are in and out of shops. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a basket for shopping underneath the seat, and a handlebar that locks in place when you're not using it.
Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without being within sight. Babies are susceptible to wiggle while asleep, which could cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This can lead to strangulation and suffocation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a crib. It is best to use it for short periods of time during the day.
The majority of prams require you to take them apart in order to fit them into the trunk of your car so it is an excellent idea to familiarize yourself with this process before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the sections back together.
Durability
A pram must be able to last through many years of wear and tear. You need to ensure that your stroller can withstand muddy walks and also multiple car trips. It is also important for your stroller to have an image or color that doesn't get outdated so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of fashion.
The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold, so you can store them easily in your garage or boot when not when not in use.
All the prams on this list allow babies to lie flat, which is essential for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some have a carrycot or a reclined seat that can be easily removed and put back on as your child grows.
If you are considering buying a pram for the very first time, a travel system that includes both a carrycot and a car seat may be a good idea. We love the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your child at the touch of one button. This lets you keep eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.
The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to a double pushchair with 30 different configurations, and comes with premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap, but you can use it for more than one child in the event of need and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the included carrycot.
Style
All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will aid in their development and increase oxygen saturation in the lungs. Some models provide a flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to a flat position.
The Graco Near2Me is a great device for the latter, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She loved the ability to raise or lower her infant at the touch of the button to keep him in sight, while still maintaining closeness and eye contact.
It's a great choice for those who want to get around town easily as the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres permit you to remove it from the road and onto rough terrain. It's also a great option if you're thinking of having another child in future since it is able to convert from a single pram to a double or twin pushchair.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies because 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, which is a feature that not all prams have. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.
Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket, and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of features you'd expect to find on a premium pram, but its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on any terrain. It's also a great choice if you live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks regularly. It's not cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. You can choose from a range of colors to match your personal style.