What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a stroller compact, pushchair or a Sling, is the main method of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram combines safety, comfort and style that makes walking enjoyable for the entire family.

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

Comfort

If you're out and about with a baby, you want to ensure they're secure. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure that your baby does not feel anything.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is essential for infants as lying flat improves oxygen saturation and supports their developing spine and hips. They also come with seats that can be changed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit.

For a luxurious experience it's the Venicci egg2 provides a warm cocoon-like feel for your baby with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seating that does not recline to a lying-flat position, but has an upholstered liner and mattress. It's also lighter than the majority of prams on the market at under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather detailing and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can take on more rural settings.

The Minu V2 is a great option if you're looking for something with a similar look but at a lower price. The swish-looking, one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as the other prams we've tested but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an extended hood with UPF50+ protection that'll keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're the first parent of your child, we'd recommend considering the travel pushchair system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat pram seat that attach to the same frame. This will make it much easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without having to wake them up and is ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' lying flat to a pushchair for toddlers compatible with the Graco i-Size car seat.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It must also be free of gaps between their head and legs that could get stuck. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not damaged and show signs of wear. A lot of children are hospitalized each year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. The primary reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the strongest prams could tip over if you hook your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls out or in the seat before the harness has been tightened.

A frequent cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If a baby's harness is not fastened properly, it could cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. This is why it is crucial to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.

Some prams have a reversible shade that can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your child up when you are changing their position in the pram or when you are going to and from the shops. There are also other features that could be useful, such as snacks for your toddler or child and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.

You should never leave a sleeping child in their pram unless you are within sight of them at all times. Babies can be prone to wiggle while asleep and this could cause them to fall out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram or a stroller should not be used as an alternative to a cot. It is best to use it for short periods during the daytime.

It is essential to disassemble most prams in order to put them in the trunk of your car. This process is something you should know before you buy one. Check how easy it will be to put the parts back together.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. You want to make sure that your stroller can withstand slippery walks and also multiple car trips. It is important to ensure that your pram is a color or pattern that will not date easily so you don't look as if you've slipped out of style.

The most effective prams are constructed of high-quality materials and are designed to last, so look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an effective suspension system. The best travel stroller prams will also 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 a baby to lie flat, which is crucial for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Many of these prams have been designed to grow with your child's. Some have a carrycot or a reclined chair that can be snapped on and off as your child grows.

If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you might also be looking for a travel system that is a complete package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby at the touch of a button, so you can keep eye contact and keep them close, which she claimed was important for her son as he was at an exploratory stage.

Another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two children, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that converts from a single pushchair to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not inexpensive but you can use it for multiple children, if needed. Like our top pick iCandy Orange 3, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as possible. This will aid in their development and increase oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow for a completely flat position by using a carrycot that can be completely reclined, while others have a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature, and it's 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 baby with a push of a button to keep him in sight while maintaining eye contact and proximity.

The frame is perfect for nipping around town, and the puncture-proof tires allow you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for those who plan to have another child in the future, as it can easily be transformed from a single pushchair into a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that looks and feels impressive. It's ideal for babies as it includes a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. It is able to be folded with the carrycot still in place, which is something that not all prams provide. This is time-saving and makes it more convenient to use.

Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of things you'd expect on a pram of the highest quality, but its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver on any terrain. It's also a great option when you reside in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the need for a separate toddler stroller. It's available in an extensive variety of colors, as well, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.