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What Makes Good Prams? A pram, also known as a pushchair, stroller or a sling, is the primary method of transport for infants and toddlers. A well-designed pram is a combination of safety, comfort and style to make 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 children. The Reversible handle lets you flip the seat to face your child or the world. Comfort When you're out and around with your baby, you want to ensure that they're safe. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child isn't apprehensive. The prams we've picked in this buying guide all let your baby lie flat, which is crucial for babies who are just beginning to crawl. Lying flat improves oxygen saturation and helps support their growing spine and hips. They also have a seat which can be transformed to more upright positions when your baby is old enough to sit up. For a luxurious feel this Venicci egg2 provides a warm cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position but does have padding on the liner and mattress. It's also lighter than many prams, at a weight of just 8kg. However, it has a sturdy frame with grained leather details and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof. The Minu V2 is a great choice when you're looking for a model that has a similar appearance but at a price that is lower. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams, but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an extendable hood that offers UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and shaded. If you're a first-time parent We suggest that you look into a travel system package which includes a car seat as well as a pram that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from the car to the pram without having to awake them. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram for travel that can be converted easily from a lie-flat 'pramette to a pushchair for toddlers that is compatible with the Graco I-Size car seat. Safety A pram should have a five point safety harness to keep your baby secure and should not allow any gaps that could trap their legs or head. The straps should be cushioned and easy to adjust as they grow. Examine the buckles on the harness to make sure they're not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised every year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. Tipping over is the most common reason for these injuries. Even the most sturdy prams can tip over when you strap your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling and falls in or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened. Another frequent cause of injury is falling from the stroller or pram. If a child's harness is not fastened properly it can cause them to fall out of the stroller and sustain head or neck injuries. It is therefore important to make sure that the buckle on the harness is locked into the proper position. A few good prams also come with a canopy that can be reversible to protect your baby from sun in any direction. This is a great feature because it will prevent having to wake your child awake while you change their position in the pram or while you are going in and out of shops. Other useful features include a snack tray and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket underneath the seat, and a handlebar that locks into position when you're not using it. It is not advisable to leave a child sleeping in their stroller unless you are within sight of them at all times. Babies are prone to wiggle while asleep and could cause them to roll out of the pram or stroller. This could result in suffocation and strangulation. travel strollers or a stroller should not be used as a substitute for the cot. It should only be used for short periods of time during the daytime. It is necessary to disassemble the majority of prams to fit them into the trunk of your car. This process must be mastered before you purchase a pram. Also, consider how it is simple to put the various sections back together and then click them in place. Durability A pram needs to be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and wear and tear. This includes having to deal with walking in the rain and many car journeys, which is why you need to ensure that your choice can fulfill the tasks you require it to. You also want your pram to be in the form of a color or print that doesn't get outdated so you don't end up looking like you've gone out of style. The most reliable prams are made of high-quality materials, and built to last. You should look for durable fabrics, sturdy tires, and a well-designed system of suspension. The best prams will also have a compact fold so they are easy to store in your garage or the boot when not when not in use. All prams on this list allow infants to lie flat, which is crucial for newborns as it improves oxygen saturation levels and aids in the development of their spine and hips. Some are made to adapt to your child's needs and some featuring a carrycot, or a fully reclined seat that can be moved off and on the frame for when your child is no longer using it. If you are purchasing a pram for the first time it is recommended to consider a system that has the carrycot as well as a car seat may be of interest. Our test-driver for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month-old son. It comes with a clever feature that can raise or lower your child with the click of a button, so you can keep your eyes on them and keep them close, which she described as being important to her as he was in 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 luxurious pram that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair, with 30 different configurations, and comes with luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy and puncture-proof tyres. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child if needed and, like our winner the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth thanks to the carrycot included. Style All prams should allow newborns to lie as flat as they can. This will aid in their development and boost oxygen levels in the lungs. Some models allow an all-flat position by using a carrycot that is fully reclinable, while others feature a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position. The Graco Near2Me is a great device 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 baby by pressing the button to keep him in sight, while still maintaining eye contact and proximity. It's a great pram for those who wish to get around town with ease as the frame is a good size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres allow you to remove it from the road and into rough terrain. It's also a smart choice if you're planning on having a second child in the future because it easily converts from a single pushchair to a twin or double pushchair. The Bugaboo Dragonfly looks and feels like a premium, stylish option. It's suitable for newborns because it comes with a lie-flat baby carrycot and is compatible with a car seat, if you buy it separately. You can even fold it using the carrycot as a stand – something that not all prams can do, so it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature. The pram's luxurious fabrics, spacious basket, and puncture-proof tires are all features you'd expect to find on a premium model However, the sleek frame makes it easy for you to maneuver on different terrains. It's also a great choice when you live in a large city and have to navigate narrow streets or busy sidewalks regularly. Although it's not inexpensive, the quality and versatility of this pram mean that it can save you money in the long run by eliminating the need to invest in a separate toddler pushchair. You can pick from a variety of colors to suit your style.