12 Companies That Are Leading The Way In Good Prams

What Makes Good Prams?

A pram, also known as a stroller, pushchair or a sling, is the primary form of transport for babies and toddlers. A quality pram is a blend of safety, comfort and design that makes walking enjoyable for the entire family.

The R for Rabbit Poppins Joy Stylish Baby Stroller is a fantastic pram for newborns up to 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

You want your baby to feel comfortable when you're out with them. There are prams that will ensure that your baby isn't shivering any sensations.

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

Venicci egg2 is a premium pram shops near me with a cocoon feel for your baby. It has smooth, curvaceous lines as well as a bucket-shaped seating, which doesn't recline into a flat position however, it does come with padding on the mattress and a liner. It's also a little lighter than most prams, weighing under 8kg but still has solid chassis and grained leather details as well as tyres with air-filled tires that are puncture-proof and can handle more rugged terrains.

If you're looking for something more affordable, but still with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The one-hand steer model, swish, isn't as light as other prams but it does have a huge storage basket. It also comes with an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby protected and shaded.

If you are a first-time parent, we recommend that you consider the travel system that includes a car seat as well as a pram that are attached to the same frame. This makes it easier to transfer your child from the car to the pram without waking them and is perfect for busy parents on the go. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a great example of a stylish and functional pram that can convert easily from a lie-flat 'pramette to a pushchair for toddlers, compatible with the Graco I-Size car seats.

Safety

A pram should be equipped with a five point safety harness to ensure your baby is safe and free of any gaps that could trap their legs or heads. The straps must be padded and easily adjustable as your child grows. Also, you should examine the buckles on your harness to ensure they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. A lot of children are hospitalized each year due to pram or stroller-related injuries. Tipping over is the main reason for these injuries. Even the strongest prams can topple if you hook your bags onto the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls into or out of the seat before the harness has been tightened.

Another reason for injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If a baby's harness is not secured properly, it could cause them to fall from the stroller, causing neck or head injuries. This is why it is important to ensure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place.

A few good prams also come with a canopy that can be reversible to shield your baby from sun in either direction. This is a handy feature as you can avoid having to wake your baby up when you are changing their position in the pram, or when you go to and from the shops. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your infant or toddler, a shopping basket under the seat, and a handlebar that locks in place when you are not using it.

Never leave a sleeping baby in a pram without being within sight. Babies are susceptible to wiggle while asleep and this can cause them to roll out of the stroller or pram. This could lead to suffocation and strangulation. A stroller or pram should not be used as an alternative to the cot. It should only be used for short periods of time during the day.

It is necessary to disassemble most prams in order to fit them in the boot of your vehicle. This procedure should be familiarised with before you purchase one. Also check how it is easy to put the different sections back together before putting them into place.

Durability

A pram needs to be able to last through many years of wear and wear and tear. This includes surviving muddy walks and getting through many car journeys, which is why you want to be sure your choice will do the job you need it to. You should ensure that your stroller is in a color or pattern that will not date easily so that you don't appear as if you've slipped out of fashion.

The top prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They have been designed to last. So, look for robust fabrics, sturdy wheels, and an effective suspension system. The top prams have a compact travel pram fold, so they can be easily stored in your garage or in the boot when not in use.

All prams on this list allow the baby to lie flat. This is crucial for infants because it aids in the development of their hips and spine and boosts oxygen levels. Many of these prams have been designed to expand with your child. Some come with a carrycot or a fully-reclined chair that can be removed and snapped on when your child outgrows them.

If you are buying a pram for the first time you should consider a travel system that comes with an infant carrycot and a car seat may be worth a look. Our tester for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month-old son. It has an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your baby with the touch of one button. This lets you maintain eye contact with the baby and keep them in close proximity.

Another option is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two children, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single pushchair to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations and features luxurious fabrics, an expandable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not inexpensive but you can use it with multiple children, if needed. And like our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth.

Style

Newborns need to lie flat as much as possible to aid development and improve the oxygen saturation of their lungs. Therefore, it's essential that all prams support this. Some models provide a flat position using a fully reclineable carrycot, while others have a seat that reclines to an upright position.

The Graco Near2Me works great for both, as our parent tester Jaya discovered when she tried it on her child who was 10 months old. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her infant by pressing a button to keep him in sight and still maintain closeness and eye contact.

It's a great stroller for those who wish to nip around town easily as the frame is an ideal size for manoeuvring, while the puncture-proof tyres permit you to take it off road and into rough terrain. It's also a smart choice if you're planning on having another child in the near future since it is able to convert from a single pram to a double or twin pushchair.

The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels luxurious. It's suitable for babies as it includes a carrycot that can be folded flat and is compatible with a car seat if purchased separately. It can be folded using the carrycot as a stand - something that not all prams can do, so it's a time-saving and hassle-free feature.

Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tires are the kind of features you'd expect to see on a high-end pram and its sleek design makes it easy to handle across a variety of terrains. This is a great choice if you live in the city and must navigate narrow streets or crowded pathways frequently. Although it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this stroller will save you money in the long run by avoiding the need to invest in an additional foldable pushchair for toddlers. You can choose from a variety of colors that will fit your preferences.