Why You Should Focus On Improving Good Prams What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also referred to as a pushchair, stroller or a sling, is the primary method of transport for infants and toddlers. A quality pram is a blend of safety, comfort and style that makes walking fun for all the family members.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for infants to 3 years old. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams that will make sure your baby doesn't feel anything.

The prams we've picked in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat improves oxygen saturation and helps support their growing hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram with a cocoon feeling for your baby. It has smooth, curving lines, a bucket-shaped seat, that doesn't recline to an upright position however, it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also lighter than the majority of prams available at less than 8kg but has an extremely sturdy chassis and grained leather detailing and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, but with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams, but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an hood that can be extended, which provides UPF 50+ protection, which keeps your baby safe and protected.

If you're a first-time parent, we recommend that you look into the travel system that includes a car seat and pram that are attached to the same frame. This allows parents to transfer their baby from their car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' lying flat' to a toddler-friendly pushchair compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps to entrap their legs or heads. The straps must be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised every year due to injuries from strollers or prams. Tipping over is the main reason for these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can topple when you hang bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the pram or stroller. If a child's harness is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. It is therefore important to make sure that the buckle on the harness is securely clicked into place.

Some prams have a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in either direction from the sun. This is a useful feature as you can avoid having to wake your baby awake while you change their position in the pram or when you are going into and out of shops. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a basket for shopping under the seat and the handlebar can be locked into place when you are not using it.

You should never let a child sleep in their pram unless you are within their reach at all times. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram should not be used as an alternative to the crib. It is best to use it for short periods during the day.

It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them into the trunk of your car. This process should be familiarised with before you buy one. Also check how easy it is to get the different sections back together before putting them in place.

Durability

A pram must be able endure several years of wear. You need to ensure that your stroller can withstand the mud of a walk and also multiple car trips. Also, you want your pram to be in an image or color that doesn't get outdated 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 robust fabrics, sturdy wheels and an effective suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, so you can store them in your garage or even the boot.


All the prams on this list allow babies to lie flat, which is essential for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their spine and hips. A lot of these prams are designed to grow with your child's. Some come with carrycots, or a reclined seat that can be removed and snapped on when your child outgrows them.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might be looking for a travel system which is a package that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me system which our parent tester Jaya used with her son of 10 months. It comes with a handy feature that can raise or lower your child with the click of a button. This way you can keep eye contact and keep them close which she claimed was important to her as he was at an exploratory stage.

travel stroller is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be transformed from a single pushchair to double in 30 different configurations. It also features a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you could use it for more than one child in the event of need and, as with our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the included carrycot.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will help with their development and boost oxygen levels in the lung. Some models provide a flat surface with a fully-reclinable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature and is fantastic at that, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son of 10 months. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child at the touch of a button to keep him in view and still maintain the eye contact and closeness.

It's a great choice for those who wish to get around town with ease as the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres permit you to move it off the road and on to rough terrain. It's also a good choice if you're planning on having another child in 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 includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. You can even fold it with the carrycot in place which is something does not happen with all prams and is a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, large 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 on a variety of terrains. This is a great option if you live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded pathways frequently. The pram isn't 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 pick from a variety of colors to suit your personal style.