What Makes Good Prams?

A pram (also called a stroller or a pushchair) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of safety, comfort and design to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby compact stroller is a fantastic stroller for babies to three years old. Its reversible handle allows you to tilt the seat so your child can look at you or the world around them.

Comfort

You want your child to be comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams to make sure your baby doesn't feel any sensations.

The prams we've selected in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for infants as lying flat increases oxygen saturation and supports their developing spine and hips. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position when your baby is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram that offers a cocoon-like feel for your baby. It features smooth, curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which doesn't recline into flat however, it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also lighter than most prams available at under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather details, plus air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof, and can be used in more rural environments.

If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, but with a similar design Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a great option. The swish-looking one-hand steer model isn't as lightweight as some of the other prams we tried but it has an impressively large storage basket and the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection that'll keep your baby safe and shaded.

If you're a first time parent facing pram, we recommend that you look into the travel system that includes a car seat and pram that can be attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their child from the 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 into a toddler-friendly pushchair that is 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 secure and should not allow any gaps that could trap their heads or legs. The straps must be cushioned, and easily adjustable as your child grows. Examine the buckles on the harness to ensure they are not cracked and show signs of wear. Many children are admitted to hospitals each year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. Tipping over is the most common cause of these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple when you strap your bags onto the handles or if a child is wrigglingams are small and fold easily so that you can store them in your garage or even the boot.

All prams on this list allow your baby to lie on their backs. This is important for newborns, as it helps them develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. Some are made to adapt to your child's needs, with some of them having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be clicked off and back on the frame when your child outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram for the very first time it is recommended to consider a system that has a carrycot and a car seat may be of interest. We are awestruck by the Graco Near2Me device that our parent tester Jaya used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that can raise or lower your baby at the touch of a button so you can keep eye contact and keep them close, which she claimed was important for her son as the baby was still at an exploratory stage.

The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our tester Jess Bird tried with her two kids Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a pushchair that can be converted from a single pushchair double pram and pushchair in 30 different configurations. It also has a sun canopy that can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not expensive but you can use it with more than one child if you need to. Similar to our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot included can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns need to lay flat as often as they can in order to promote development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs. Therefore, it's essential that all prams allow this. Some models create a completely flat position with a fully-reclinable carrycot while others feature the seat that can recline to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me is a great device for both as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise or lower her child with the touch of a button to keep him in the view of others while maintaining eye contact and closeness.

It's a great pram for those that want to travel around town without hassle since the frame is a great size for maneuvering, and the puncture-proof tyres let you move it off the road and into rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having another child in future since it is able to convert from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a stylish, high-end option. It's ideal for babies since it includes a carrycot which can lie flat and it's compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. You can fold it by putting the carrycot in place and it's something that isn't the case with all prams and is an easy and time-saving feature.

The pram stores near me's luxurious fabric large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are features you would expect to see on a premium model however, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver around different terrains. It's also a great option for those who reside in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks frequently. 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 - More Material -. It's available in a broad range of colors, too, so you can pick one that fits your personal style.