What Makes good prams (find more information)?

A pram (also known as a stroller or pushchair) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort, and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for babies to 3 years old. Its reversible handle allows you to rotate the seat so that your child can either face you or the world around them.

Comfort

When you're out and around with your baby, you need to ensure they're secure. The good news is that there are prams designed to ensure that your baby does not feel anything.

All the prams in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is crucial for babies as it increases oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. They also have seats which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It features smooth, curving lines, a bucket-shaped seat, which does not recline into flat however it does come with an upholstered mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than the majority of prams on the market at less than 8kg but has a sturdy chassis and grained leather detailing as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

The Minu V2 is a great option to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar look but at a lower price. The sleek, one-hand steer model isn't as light than some of the other prams we've tested but it has an impressively big storage basket and an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you're the first parent of your child we suggest you look into a travel system bundle that includes a pram and car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to wake them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is an elegant and practical pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette, to a stroller travel for toddlers compatible with the Graco iSize car seat.

Safety

A pram should have a five-point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and secure. It should not have any gaps to trap their heads or legs. The straps should be padded, and easily adjustable as your child grows. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to ensure they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Each year, many children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. The primary cause of these injuries is tipping over. Even the sturdiest prams can tip over if you hook bags to the handles or if a wriggling child gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being secured.

Another frequent cause of injuries is falling from the stroller or pram bags. If a baby is not securely fastened in, they could fall out of the stroller and sustain neck or head injuries. This is why it is crucial to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always clicked into place.

Some good prams also have an adjustable canopy that can shield your baby from sun in either direction. This is a great feature since you will not be having to wake your baby awake when you change their position in the pram or when you are to and from the shops. Other handy features include a snack tray and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a basket for shopping underneath the seat, and a handlebar that locks into position when you're not using it.

Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not within reach. Babies can be prone to wriggling while sleeping and can cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This can lead to suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram 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 the majority of prams to fit them in the trunk of your car. This procedure should be familiarised with before you purchase one. Also, consider how easy it is to get the different parts back together and then click them into place.

Durability

A pram needs to be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and tear. This includes having to deal with the mud-filled walks and numerous car journeys, so you want to be sure your choice is able to fulfill the tasks you require it to. It is important to ensure that your pram is a color or pattern that isn't prone to fading so that you don't appear like you've fallen out of fashion.

The best prams will be made of high-quality materials, and designed to last. Look for durable fabrics with sturdy tires, as well as a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams are compact and fold easily so that you can put them in your garage or even the boot.

All prams on this list allow infants to lie flat, which is essential for infants since it increases oxygen saturation levels and supports the development of their hips and spine. Many of these prams are designed to expand with your child. Some include carrycots, or a reclined chair that can be snapped on and off when your child is outgrowing them.

If you are purchasing 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. Our tester 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 can raise or lower your child at the push of a button so you can keep eye contact and keep them close, which she claimed was important to her since he was at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pushchair that converts from a single to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not inexpensive, but it can be used for multiple children, if needed. And like our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included is a great option to use right from birth.

Style

All prams should allow newborns to lie flat as they can. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen levels in the lung. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have the seat that can recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for both, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her 10-month-old child. She loved the fact that she could raise and lower her little one with the press of a button and keep him in the view of others, while still maintaining eye contact and closeness.

The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof wheels allow you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's also a great option if you're thinking of having another child in the near future since it is able to convert from a single pushchair cheap to a double or twin pushchair.

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 a feature that not all prams have. This saves time and makes it more convenient to use.

The pram's luxurious fabric, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are things you would expect to see on a premium model, but the sleek frame makes it simple to maneuver over diverse terrains. It's also a great option when you reside in a city and must navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks frequently. While it's not cheap but the quality and versatility of this stroller mean that it can save you money over the long term by avoiding the need to invest in a separate toddler pushchair. You can pick from a wide range of colors that will fit your style.