What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the main form of transport for infants and toddlers. A good pram is a blend of safety, comfort and style that makes walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a wonderful pram for newborns to 3-year-old kids. The reversible handle lets you to rotate the seat so your child can look at either you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your baby to be at ease when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your child does not feel anything.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat improves oxygen levels and Prams For Newborns helps support their growing hips and spine. They also have a seat that can be converted to an upright position once your baby is old enough to sit.

Venicci egg2 is a high-end pram that has a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It is smooth and has curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which doesn't recline into flat, but it does have a padded mattress and liner. It's also a little lighter than other prams available at less than 8kg but has a sturdy chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof, and can take on more rural settings.

If you want something more affordable, but still with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first time parent We suggest that you consider a travel system package which includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This will make it easier to transfer your child from the car to the pram without waking them and is ideal for parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful travel system pram that converts easily from a lie-flat 'pramette' to a toddler stroller-friendly pushchair sale that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

The pram should be equipped with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps where their legs or heads can get trapped. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they grow. Check the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and show signs of wear. Every year, a large number of children are admitted to hospitals because of injuries caused by prams or strollers. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the sturdiest prams can tip over if you attach bags onto the handles, or if a wriggling child can get in or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.

A common cause of injury is falling off a pram or stroller. If a child's harness isn't secured correctly it can cause them to fall from the stroller, causing head or neck injuries. This is why it is vital to make sure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is beneficial because you don't have to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller, or when you go in and out of stores. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler stroller, a shopping basket under the seat and the handlebar locks into position when you are not using it.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram if you are not within sight. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep and this can cause them to roll off the pram or stroller and could result in suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for brief periods during the daytime.

The majority of prams require you dismantle them to fit them into the boot of your car so it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with this process before you purchase one. Check how easy it will be to put the sections back together.

Durability

A Pram for newborn must be able endure a long time of wear. You need to ensure that your stroller can withstand muddy walks as well as a variety of car trips. You also want your stroller to have the form of a color or print 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 constructed from high-quality materials and are designed to last. Look for durable materials, sturdy tires, and an effective suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or the boot of your car.

All the prams in this list allow your baby to lie down flat. This is crucial for babies, because it aids in the development of their spine and hips and improves oxygenation levels. A lot of them are designed to adapt to your child's needs, with some of them having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be moved off and back on the frame at a time when your child outgrows it.

If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you may also be looking for a travel system which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lie-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System that she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby with the touch of one button. This lets you keep your eyes on them and keep them close.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two babies Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a stroller that can be transformed from a single pushchair into double pram pushchair, with 30 different configurations. It also comes with sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not inexpensive but you can use it with multiple children if necessary. Like our top pick model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included is a great option to use right from birth.

Style

Newborns should lay flat as much as they can to help develop and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, which is why it is essential that all prams permit this. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot, while others have a seat that reclines to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her 10-month-old daughter. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child at the touch of a button to keep him in view, while still maintaining closeness and eye contact.

It's a great stroller for those who wish to travel around town without hassle since the frame is a good size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to remove it from the road and on to rough terrain. It's a great option if you plan to have another child in the near future since it can be converted from a single pushchair into a twin or double.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish premium option that looks and feels luxurious. It's suitable for newborns because it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with a car seat in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place, which is an option that not all prams provide. This saves time and makes it easier to use.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are all the features you'd expect to see on a high-end pram however, its sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver across a variety of terrains. This is an excellent choice if you live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or congested pathways regularly. Although it's not inexpensive, the quality and versatility of this stroller make it possible to save you money in the end by avoiding the need to buy an additional pushchair for toddlers. You can pick from a range of colors that will fit your style.