Buying a New Born Push Chair

This high-end pushchair is perfect for infants due to its luxurious weaved fabric and ergonomic support. It's also easy to assemble and easily navigate narrow store aisles.

Choose a model that has a carrycot, or a combination of car seats and a carriercot that is suitable for infants. Some models come with an reversible design, which means you can choose whether your baby is facing you or the rest of the world.

Safety

A pushchair (also known as buggy, pram, or stroller and pushchair) is one of the most used baby products, so safety should be a priority when choosing one. Look for a five-point safety harness. This system secures the child in the seat using five points that meet in a central locking system - two across the shoulders, and two between the hips and the legs. This system helps prevent the child from tipping out of the seat when it is flipped over or while driving up or down the kerb that is steep.

A carrycot or infant car seat pram & carrycot combination is essential for infants because they require the capacity to lie flat, which protects their spine development and lets their airways breathe fully. This is important as it reduces the chance of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Babies born today should not be allowed to take long trips in an unrestricted pushchair even if it comes with a reclining seat.

It is also recommended to purchase a pushchair suitable from birth. The pushchair should be able to be used with a carrycot that is able to lay flat or with an infant car seat or pram. It should also come with an infant seat that is fully reversible to allow the baby to look at either the parent or the world.

The wheels of the stroller must be sturdy, have a good suspension, and be easily accessible. Many pushchairs are fitted with pneumatic tyres that can absorb shocks better than standard tyres and can run on rough terrain.

Additional accessories like a raincover, shopping baskets or changing bags for prams can be useful for daily use, especially when you are running errands with your baby in the stroller. Many pushchairs come with a hood which can be placed over the face of the baby to shield it from the sun or the wind. Some hoods can be adjusted to accommodate the weather.

Comfort

You'll want a baby pushchair that is comfortable for the baby and the parent. This could mean cushioned seats and a pushchair that is easy to maneuver yet robust enough to withstand rough terrain. You will also need to think about other features like storage and protection from the weather. If you plan to use the pushchair to go for jogging pushchair or off-road adventures, you'll require an all-terrain pushchair that has bigger wheels, designed to provide your child the most comfort on the most uneven terrain.

The best pushchair to use for a newborn is a travel system or prae models come with adjustable seat padding, a extendable SPF canopy and a footmuff that keeps warm in colder temperatures.

It is recommended that you lay newborns flat, as this assists in spinal development and opens their airways. It is recommended to use a holiday pushchair or pram with a carrycot or a travel system. Some pushchairs feature a reclined seat unit or carrycot, and are suitable from the time of birth. Make sure that this feature is available as some descriptions only state an option to recline, but not mention an option for a seat that is lying flat.

The majority of pushchairs allow the option of either a parent or world facing seat unit so that you can choose to have your child face you for bonding and reassurance or away from you so they can discover the world around them. Some pushchairs offer both options simultaneously!

Many pushchairs come with accessories, such as shopping baskets and trays to make life easier for parents. Some also have an inbuilt sunshade that is usually constructed from UPF or SPF 50+ fabric to protect the baby from the sun. Other popular accessories include parasols which can be fixed to the frame of the pushchair or sunmuffs that are often included or sold separately.

Budget

A new pushchair is likely to be among the most expensive items for your baby so it's important you spend time researching and buying within your budget. Remember that you will use your pram for a long time and that it is the most commonly used item. You want to choose one that fits your lifestyle and is comfortable for both you and your child.

You may want to consider purchasing a travel system, which includes a carry cot and a seat. This is the safest method to transport a baby as it ensures they lie flat. This is ideal for securing their spinal development and opening up their airways. Newborns should be transported lying flat until they reach the age of six months.

Some pushchairs are able to be used from birth and come with seats that fully recline to an upright position. This is important because it protects a baby's spine as it develops and lets them sleep comfortably during long journeys. It's important to remember that not all pushchairs which claim they are 'lie-flat' actually offer a full flat position and you must confirm this prior to purchasing.

Consider a model that has a large basket for all the baby's essentials and other necessities. The basket should be easy to access and you shouldn't need to struggle to carry your shopping in or out of your baby's carrycot.

Another thing to consider is the wheels, which can vary between models. Some models have wheels that can be locked, swivelled or fixed to help you maneuver the pushchair. Some have larger wheels that are more stable on rough terrain or have PU tyres that are specifically designed to resist puncture.

Be aware of the dimensions of the handlebar and if it can be adjusted to your height. Also, you must make sure the pushchair folds down small enough to fit into your car's boot or onto public transport. Certain models, like the Joie Vinca come with a single-handed fold that was highly evaluated by MFM home testers. It was awarded the Gold Award at previous MadeForMums Awards.