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What Makes Good Prams? A pram (also called a pushchair or stroller) is the primary mode of transport for infants and toddlers. A great pram combines comfort, safety and design that makes walking fun for the entire family. The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller is a great stroller for infants to three years old. The adjustable handle can be turned around to allow you to turn the seat to face your child or the world. Comfort If you're out and about with your baby, you want to ensure they're secure. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child doesn't feel a thing. All the prams listed in this guide allow your baby to lay flat. This is essential for newborns as it improves oxygenation and supports their hips and spine. The seats can be adjusted to an upright position when your baby is capable of sitting up. For a luxurious experience, the Venicci egg2 offers a cozy cocoon-like feel for your baby with sleek, curved lines and a bucket-shape seat that does not recline to a lying-flat position, but it does have padding on the mattress and liner. It's also lighter than most prams, at a weight of just 8kg. But it is sturdy and has the grained leather accents and tyres that are air-filled, which are puncture-proof. If you're looking for something a bit less expensive but with a similar style, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is another excellent choice. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does come with a large storage basket. It also has an extended hood that provides UPF 50+ protection to keep your baby safe and protected. If you're a first-time parent we recommend a travel system bundle which includes a pram as well as a car seat that attach to the same frame. This makes it easier for parents to transfer their baby from their car to the pram without having to get them up. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that can be converted easily from a 'pramette,' or lie-flat 'pramette, into a stroller that is toddler-friendly compatible with the Graco ISize car seats. Safety The pram should be fitted with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps where their legs or heads are likely to get caught. The straps must be cushioned and easy to adjust as they expand. It is also important to inspect the buckles of your harness to make sure that they are not cracked or showing signs of wear and tear. Many children are hospitalised each year because of injuries caused by strollers or prams. The most common reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the strongest prams can topple when you hang bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls out or in the seat before the harness is tightened. Another reason for injury is falling off the stroller or pram. If a baby isn't properly secured, they could fall out of the stroller and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is crucial to ensure that the buckle of the harness is always locked in place. Some prams have an adjustable shade that can be used to shield your baby in any direction from the sun. This feature is helpful because you won't have to wake up your baby every time you change their position in the stroller or when you go into and out of stores. Other handy features include a tray for snacks and drink holders for your baby or toddler, a shopping basket underneath the seat, and a handlebar that can be locked into place when you're not using it. Don't leave a baby sleeping in a pram without being within reach. Babies tend to wriggle while asleep, which can cause them to slide off the pram or stroller and can lead to suffocation or strangulation. A pram or a stroller is not an alternative to the cot. It should only be used for short periods during the daytime. The majority of prams require you dismantle them to put them in the car's boot therefore it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with the process before you buy one. Find out how easy it will be to put the parts back together. Durability A pram should be durable enough to withstand many years of wear and tear. You need to ensure that your pram can handle slippery walks as well as a variety of car trips. You want to make sure that your pram is in a colour or print that will not date easily so that you don't appear like you've lost style. The best prams are made from high-quality materials and have been designed to last, so look for strong and durable materials, robust wheels, and an effective suspension system. The best prams are compact and fold easily, allowing you to store them in your garage or boot. All the prams in this list allow babies to lie flat, which is crucial for newborns because it improves oxygen saturation levels as well as aids in the development of their hips and spine. Many of these prams have been designed to grow along with your child. Some have a carrycot or a fully-reclined chair that can be snapped on and off when your child outgrows them. If you're buying a new pram for the first time, you may also be interested in a travel set that is a complete bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. toddler stroller www.pushchairsandprams.uk for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me system that she used with her 10-month old son. It is a revolutionary feature that allows you to raise and lower your baby by pressing one button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with them and keep them close. The Bugaboo Fox 3 is another option that our test-driver Jess Bird tried with her two children Effie & Boden (pictured above). It's a luxury pram that converts from a single pushchair to a double pushchair with 30 possible configurations. It also comes with premium fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proofed tyres. It's not cheap but you can use it for more than one child in the event of need and, just like the iCandy Orange 3, can be used from birth with the included carrycot. Style All prams should allow newborns to lay as flat as possible. This will help with their development and boost oxygen levels in the lung. Some models allow a completely flat position by using a carrycot that is completely reclined, while others have a seat which can recline to a horizontal position. The Graco Near2Me features the latter and it's brilliant at that as our tester for parents Jaya found when she tested it with her son who was 10 months old. She was enthralled by the fact that she could raise or lower her little one with the press of a button and keep him in view while maintaining eye contact and a closeness. The frame is perfect to take a stroll around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to take it off road or on rough terrain. It's a great option when you are planning to have a child in the future, as it can easily be converted from a single pushchair a twin or double. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish and high-end product that looks and feels luxurious. It's ideal for babies since it comes with a carrycot that can lie flat and it's compatible with a car-seat when purchased separately. You can even fold it using the carrycot as a stand which is something does not happen with all prams which is why it's an easy and time-saving feature. Its luxe fabrics, spacious shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are all the features you'd expect to find on a pram of the highest quality, but its sleek frame makes it easy to handle across a variety of terrains. It's also a great choice for those who live in a large city and must navigate narrow streets or overcrowded sidewalks regularly. It's not cheap, but its versatility and quality can save you money over time by avoiding the purchase of a separate toddler stroller. It's available in a broad selection of colors too, so you can choose one that matches your personal style.