What Makes Good Prams?

A pram shops near me, also known as a stroller, pushchair or a sling, is the primary form of transport for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort, and style to make walking enjoyable for all the family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic stroller for newborns and 3-year-old children. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world.

Comfort

Your baby should be comfortable when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams made to ensure your child does not feel anything.

All the prams in this guide allow your baby lay flat. This is essential for newborns since it improves oxygenation and strengthens their hips and spine. The seats can also be adjusted to an upright position once your child is capable of sitting up.

Venicci egg2 is a top-of-the-line pram that offers a cocoon-like feeling for your baby. It features smooth, curved lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, that doesn't recline to an upright position however, it does come with a padded mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, at a weight of just 8kg. However, it still is sturdy and has grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof.

If you're looking for something a bit less expensive but with the same 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've tested but it does have a large storage basket, as well as an the ability to extend the hood, which comes with UPF 50+ protection, which will keep your baby shaded and protected.

If you're a first-time parent We suggest you consider the travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that attaches to the same frame. This makes it much easier for parents to transfer their child from their car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and useful travel system pram that converts easily from a'pramette' lying flat to a pushchair for toddlers that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat.

Safety

The triple pram should be fitted with a five-point safety harness that will keep your baby safe. It should also not have any gaps in which their heads or legs could get stuck. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. You should also check the harness buckles to make sure that they aren't damaged or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised each year because of pram or stroller-related injuries. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams could tip over if you hook your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and gets out or in the seat before the harness is tightened.

A common cause of injury involves falling from a pram, or stroller. If a baby's harness is not fastened properly, it could cause them to fall from the stroller and suffer neck or head injuries. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the buckle on the harness is locked into place.

Some prams for sale have a reversible shade which can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is helpful because you won't have to wake your baby every time you alter their position in the stroller, or when you go into and out of shops. There are other features that can be useful, such as a snack tray for your child or toddler and drink holders. You can also find an extra shopping basket under the seat.

It is not advisable to let a child sleep in their stroller unless you are in their sight at all times. Babies are prone to wiggle during sleep, which can cause them to roll out of the pram pushchair or stroller. This could lead to strangulation and suffocation. A pram or stroller is not a substitute for a cot and should be used only for short periods during the day.

The majority of prams require you to disassemble them in order to put them in the trunk of your car therefore it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with this process before purchasing one. Also, consider how easy it is to get the different parts back together and click to put them back together.

Durability

A pram should be able to endure a long time of wear. You want to make sure that your pram can handle muddy walks and also multiple car trips. You want to make sure that your pram is the right color or design that will not date easily to avoid looking like you've fallen out of style.

The top prams are constructed from high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an efficient suspension system. The top prams have a compact fold, so you can store them easily in your garage or the boot when not in use.

All the prams in this list allow infants to lie flat, which is essential for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their spine and hips. Some are made to grow with your child with some having a carrycot or a fully reclined seat that can be moved on and off the frame for when your child outgrows it.

If you are buying a pram for the first time you should consider a travel system that includes both an infant carrycot and a car seat could be of interest. Our tester for parents Jaya loved the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It has a nifty feature that allows you to raise and lower your child at the push of a button. This way 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 pram that can be transformed from a single pushchair to a double with 30 different configurations. It also features the sun canopy which can be extended and puncture-proof tires. It's not cheap but you can use it with more than one child if you need to. Like our top pick, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns need to lay flat as much as possible to aid development and increase the oxygen level in their lungs, so it's important that all prams support this. Some models allow a completely flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot while others feature a seat that reclines to an unflat position.

The Graco Near2Me is brilliant for this as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tested it on her child who was 10 months old. She loved that she could raise or lower her infant by pressing the button to keep him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.

The frame is perfect for city trips and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to drive it off the road or on rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a child in the future because it can easily 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 babies as it includes a carrycot which can be rolled flat and is compatible with car seats when purchased separately. You can fold it with the carrycot in place and it's something that not all prams can do which is why it's an efficient and easy feature.

The pram's luxurious fabrics large basket, spacious interior, and puncture-proof tires are all features you would expect to see on a high-end model however, the sleek frame makes it easy to maneuver over various terrains. It's also an ideal choice if you live in a city and need to negotiate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks regularly. This pram is not cheap but its versatility and high-end quality can save you money in the long run by avoiding the need for an additional stroller for your toddler stroller. It's available in a wide range of colors, and you can choose one that suits your personal style.