What Makes Good Prams?
A pram, also referred to as a lightweight stroller, pushchair or Sling, is the main mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and style to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.
The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.
Comfort
Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to make sure your baby doesn't feel anything.
All prams featured in this guide let your baby lie flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is able to sit up.
For a truly luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 has a cosy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that does not recline to a lying-flat position but does have a padded liner and mattress. It's also lighter than the majority of prams on the market at less than 8kg, but it has a sturdy chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can take on more rural settings.
The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.
If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without waking them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize pushchairs car seats seats.
Safety
The pram should be fitted with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It should also have no gaps between their head and legs that are likely to get caught. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised each year because of injuries from strollers or prams. The primary cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams can topple when you strap bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.
A common cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If a child is not securely secured in the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the correct position.
Some prams come with an adjustable shade that 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 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 can be locked into place when you are not using it.
You should never leave a sleeping child in their pram unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep and this can cause them to roll off the stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for short periods of time during the daytime.
It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to place them into the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase one. Consider how easy it would be to put the sections back together.
Durability
A pram must be able endure a long time of wear. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. It is also important for your pram to be in a print or colour that isn't prone to fading quickly so you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style.
The best prams are made of high-quality materials and are designed to last, so you should look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and an effective suspension system. The best prams will also feature a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not in use.
All the prams in this list allow a baby to lay flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their hips and spine. A lot of these prams are designed to expand with your child's. Some come with carrycots, or a reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child is outgrowing them.
If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set that is a complete bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month-old son. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby with the touch of one button. This lets you keep your eyes on the baby and keep them in close proximity.
The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair pushchair car seat, with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child, if you need to and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the carrycot included.
Style
All prams should permit newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will aid in their development and increase oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow a completely flat position by using the carrycot which is fully reclinable, while others feature a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.
The Graco Near2Me features the latter and it's brilliant at what it does as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her son of 10 months. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her infant by pressing an button, keeping him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.
This frame is perfect for nipping around town, and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having a second child in the future since it is able to convert from a single pushchair to a double or twin pushchair.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies since it includes a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car seat if purchased separately. It can be folded by putting the carrycot in place and it's something that not all prams can do and is an efficient and easy feature.
Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of things you'd expect on a premium pram however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on any terrain. It's also a great option for those who live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the need for a separate toddler stroller. You can choose from a wide range of colors to suit your personal style.
A pram, also referred to as a lightweight stroller, pushchair or Sling, is the main mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and style to make walking enjoyable for the whole family.
The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns to 3-year-old children. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world.
Comfort
Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to make sure your baby doesn't feel anything.
All prams featured in this guide let your baby lie flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and supports their spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is able to sit up.
For a truly luxurious feel it's the Venicci egg2 has a cosy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with smooth, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that does not recline to a lying-flat position but does have a padded liner and mattress. It's also lighter than the majority of prams on the market at less than 8kg, but it has a sturdy chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can take on more rural settings.
The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams, but it does have a huge storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.
If you're a new parent, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle which includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without waking them and is perfect for busy parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that is able to be easily converted from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette,' into a toddler-friendly stroller compatible with the Graco ISize pushchairs car seats seats.
Safety
The pram should be fitted with five-point safety harnesses that will keep your baby safe. It should also have no gaps between their head and legs that are likely to get caught. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised each year because of injuries from strollers or prams. The primary cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the strongest prams can topple when you strap bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.
A common cause of injury is falling from a pram, or stroller. If a child is not securely secured in the pram, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is clicked into the correct position.
Some prams come with an adjustable shade that 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 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 can be locked into place when you are not using it.
You should never leave a sleeping child in their pram unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep and this can cause them to roll off the stroller or pram and could result in strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for short periods of time during the daytime.
It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to place them into the trunk of your car. This procedure must be mastered before you purchase one. Consider how easy it would be to put the sections back together.
Durability
A pram must be able endure a long time of wear. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. It is also important for your pram to be in a print or colour that isn't prone to fading quickly so you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style.
The best prams are made of high-quality materials and are designed to last, so you should look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and an effective suspension system. The best prams will also feature a compact fold so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not in use.
All the prams in this list allow a baby to lay flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their hips and spine. A lot of these prams are designed to expand with your child's. Some come with carrycots, or a reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child is outgrowing them.
If you're looking to purchase a brand new pram for the first time, you might also be interested in a travel set that is a complete bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our parent tester Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month-old son. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby with the touch of one button. This lets you keep your eyes on the baby and keep them in close proximity.
The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair pushchair car seat, with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child, if you need to and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the carrycot included.
Style
All prams should permit newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will aid in their development and increase oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow a completely flat position by using the carrycot which is fully reclinable, while others feature a seat that reclines to a horizontal position.
The Graco Near2Me features the latter and it's brilliant at what it does as our parent tester Jaya found when she tested it with her son of 10 months. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her infant by pressing an button, keeping him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.
This frame is perfect for nipping around town, and the puncture-proof tires permit you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having a second child in the future since it is able to convert from a single pushchair to a double or twin pushchair.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that is both stylish and comfortable. It's ideal for babies since it includes a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car seat if purchased separately. It can be folded by putting the carrycot in place and it's something that not all prams can do and is an efficient and easy feature.
Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of things you'd expect on a premium pram however, its sleek frame makes it easy to handle on any terrain. It's also a great option for those who live in a city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. The pram isn't cheap, but its versatility and quality could save you money over time by avoiding the need for a separate toddler stroller. You can choose from a wide range of colors to suit your personal style.