Guide To Good Prams: The Intermediate Guide On Good Prams
2024.11.26 18:10
What Makes Good Prams?
A pram, also referred to as a stroller, pushchair or a Sling, is the main mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a blend of comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for all family members.
The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for babies to three years old. The reversible handle lets you to tilt the seat so your child can look at you or the world around them.
Comfort
When you're out and about with your baby, you want to ensure that they're safe. There are prams to make sure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.
The prams we've chosen in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat increases oxygen saturation and helps support their growing hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is able to sit up.
For a really high-end experience, the Venicci egg2 provides a warm cocoon feel for your newborn with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but it does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams travel system, weighing less than 8kg but has solid chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to be used in more rural environments.
The Minu V2 is a great choice to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.
If you're the first parent of your child, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram for travel that can be converted easily from a'pramette' lying flat into a toddler-friendly pushchair that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.
Safety
A pram must have a five-point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps to trap their legs or heads. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also check the harness buckles to ensure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can fall over if you hang bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.
Another reason for injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If the harness of a baby is not fastened properly it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.
Some prams come with a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This is a handy feature since you will not be having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram or while you go to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, for example an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.
You should never leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless they are within sight of them at all times. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the stroller or pram and cause suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for short periods during the day.
Most prams require you to take them apart in order to fit them into the boot of your car therefore it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with the process before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.
Durability
A pram must be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand the mud of a walk, as well as multiple car trips. It is also important for your pram and travel system to come in an image or color that doesn't get outdated so that you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of fashion.
The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and built to last. Look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and an efficient suspension system. The most reliable prams feature a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or in the boot when not being used.
All the prams in this list allow babies to lay flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many are designed to grow with your child, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame for when your child is no longer using it.
If you are buying an infant stroller for the first time, a travel system that has an infant carrycot and a car seat could be a good idea. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of 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 child by pressing one button. This allows you to keep eye contact with them and keep them close.
Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be transformed from a single pushchair a double with 30 different configurations. It also has a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive however, you can use it for more than one child if you need to. Similar to our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 in one pushchair with its included carrycot can be used right from birth.
Style
Newborns should lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs. Therefore, it's essential that all prams allow this. Some models create a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to an upright position.
The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature, and it's fantastic at what it does, as our parent facing pram tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her little one with the press of a button, keeping him in the view of others, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.
It's a great stroller for those who want to get around town with ease as the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to remove it from the road and into rough terrain. It's an excellent choice if you plan to have a child in the near future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a double or twin.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place It's something that not all prams offer. This reduces time and makes it more convenient to use.
Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of 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 choice if you live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or congested walkways frequently. 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. You can choose from a wide range of colors to match your personal style.
A pram, also referred to as a stroller, pushchair or a Sling, is the main mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram is a blend of comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for all family members.The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for babies to three years old. The reversible handle lets you to tilt the seat so your child can look at you or the world around them.Comfort
When you're out and about with your baby, you want to ensure that they're safe. There are prams to make sure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.
The prams we've chosen in this buying guide let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat increases oxygen saturation and helps support their growing hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position once your baby is able to sit up.
For a really high-end experience, the Venicci egg2 provides a warm cocoon feel for your newborn with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seats that doesn't recline to a lie-flat position, but it does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than other prams travel system, weighing less than 8kg but has solid chassis and grained leather accents, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and able to be used in more rural environments.
The Minu V2 is a great choice to consider if you're looking to buy something with a similar look but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as lightweight as other strollers, but it does have a large storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded.
If you're the first parent of your child, we'd recommend considering a travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that can be attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to transfer your child from the car into the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram for travel that can be converted easily from a'pramette' lying flat into a toddler-friendly pushchair that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.
Safety
A pram must have a five-point safety harness to keep your baby safe and free of any gaps to trap their legs or heads. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also check the harness buckles to ensure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Each year, many children are hospitalised because of injuries caused by prams and strollers. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can fall over if you hang bags on the handles, or if a child who is wriggling gets into or out of the seat without harnesses being done up.
Another reason for injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If the harness of a baby is not fastened properly it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. This is why it is vital to ensure that the harness buckle is always secured.
Some prams come with a reversible shade which can be used to protect your baby in any direction from the sun. This is a handy feature since you will not be having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram or while you go to and from the shops. There are also other features that are useful, for example an eating tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. There is also a basket for shopping underneath the seat.
You should never leave a sleeping child in their stroller unless they are within sight of them at all times. Babies tend to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to slide off the stroller or pram and cause suffocation or strangulation. A stroller or pram is not an alternative to a crib and should be used only for short periods during the day.
Most prams require you to take them apart in order to fit them into the boot of your car therefore it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with the process before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the pieces back together.
Durability
A pram must be durable enough to endure many years of wear and wear and tear. You should ensure that your stroller can withstand the mud of a walk, as well as multiple car trips. It is also important for your pram and travel system to come in an image or color that doesn't get outdated so that you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of fashion.
The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and built to last. Look for durable fabrics as well as sturdy tires and an efficient suspension system. The most reliable prams feature a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or in the boot when not being used.
All the prams in this list allow babies to lay flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many are designed to grow with your child, with some of them featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame for when your child is no longer using it.
If you are buying an infant stroller for the first time, a travel system that has an infant carrycot and a car seat could be a good idea. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of 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 child by pressing one button. This allows you to keep eye contact with them and keep them close.
Another alternative is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two babies, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a pram that can be transformed from a single pushchair a double with 30 different configurations. It also has a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive however, you can use it for more than one child if you need to. Similar to our winner, the iCandy Orange 3 in one pushchair with its included carrycot can be used right from birth.
Style
Newborns should lie flat as much as they can in order to promote development and improve oxygen saturation in their lungs. Therefore, it's essential that all prams allow this. Some models create a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycots, while others have the seat that can recline to an upright position.
The Graco Near2Me comes with the latter feature, and it's fantastic at what it does, as our parent facing pram tester Jaya discovered when she tried it with her son who was 10 months old. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise and lower her little one with the press of a button, keeping him in the view of others, while still maintaining eye contact and a closeness.
It's a great stroller for those who want to get around town with ease as the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres allow you to remove it from the road and into rough terrain. It's an excellent choice if you plan to have a child in the near future because it can easily be converted from a single pushchair to a double or twin.
The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's ideal for infants as it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with car seats, if you buy it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place It's something that not all prams offer. This reduces time and makes it more convenient to use.
Its luxurious fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kind of 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 choice if you live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or congested walkways frequently. 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. You can choose from a wide range of colors to match your personal style.