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What Makes Good Prams? A pram (also called a stroller or pushchair) is the primary mode of transportation for babies and toddlers. A good pram combines safety, comfort and design to make walking enjoyable for all the family. The R for Rabbit Poppins Stylish Baby Stroller makes a great stroller for children from newborns to three years old. The reversible handle lets you turn the seat to face your child or the world. Comfort Your baby should be at ease when you're out with them. The good news is that there are prams specifically designed to ensure your child does not feel anything. All prams featured in this guide let your baby lay flat. This is crucial for newborns since it improves oxygenation and helps support their spine and hips. They also come with a seat which can be transformed to a more upright position when your baby is old enough to sit up. For a truly luxurious experience it's the Venicci egg2 has a cosy feeling of a cocoon for your baby with sleek, curvaceous lines and a bucket-shape seat that doesn't recline into a lie-flat position, but it does have padding on the liner and mattress. It's also a little lighter than most prams available at less than 8kg, but it has a sturdy chassis and grained leather details and air-filled tyres that are puncture-proof and can be used in more rural environments. If you're looking for something less expensive but still with the same design, the Minu V2 (minus carrycot) is a good option. The one-hand steer, swish model isn't quite as light as other prams but it does have 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 the first parent of your child we suggest you look into a travel system bundle that includes a pram and a car seat that are attached to the same frame. This will make it much easier to get your baby from the car into the pram without disturbing them and is ideal for parents who are always on the move. The Bugaboo Dragonfly travel system is a stylish and functional pram that is easily converted from a 'pramette' or lie-flat 'pramette, to a stroller for toddlers compatible with the Graco iSize car seat. Safety The pram should come with a five-point safety harness that will ensure your baby's safety. It must also be free of gaps between their head and legs that can get trapped. The straps should be padded and easy to adjust as they expand. Examine the buckles on your harness to ensure they are not cracked and have signs of wear. Many children are hospitalised each year due to injuries caused by strollers or prams. The main reason for these injuries is the result of a stroller tipping over. Even the most sturdy prams can topple when you strap bags to the handles or if a child is wriggling or squirming and falls out or in the seat before the harness has been tightened. A common cause of injury is falling from a pram or stroller. If a baby isn't securely fastened in the pram, they may fall out of the pram and suffer neck or head injuries. This is why it is vital to make sure that the harness buckle is always clicked into place. A few good prams also come with an adjustable canopy that can shield your baby from sun in either direction. This feature is useful since you don't need to wake your baby when you change their position in the stroller or when you go into and out of shops. There are also other features that can be useful, for example snacks for your child or toddler and drink holders. There's also a shopping basket underneath the seat. Do not leave a baby asleep in a pram if you are not in sight. Babies are known to wiggle when asleep and this may cause them to slide off the stroller or pram and can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A pram or stroller is not an alternative to a cot and should be used only for brief periods during the daytime. It is essential to disassemble most prams in order to put them into the boot of your vehicle. This procedure should be familiarised with before you purchase a pram. Also, check how easy it is to get the various sections back together before putting them in place. Durability A pram should be durable enough to withstand several years of wear and tear. You want to make sure that your pram can handle muddy walks, as well as multiple car trips. It is also important for your pram to be in the form of a color or print that won't date quickly so that you don't end up looking like you've fallen out of style. The most effective prams are constructed with high-quality materials. They have been designed to last. So, look for durable fabrics, sturdy wheels and an efficient suspension system. The most reliable prams have a compact fold, so they can be easily stored in your garage or boot when not being used. All the prams on this list allow your baby to lie on their backs. This is essential for infants as it helps them develop their spine and hips and boosts oxygen levels. A lot of these prams are designed to grow with your child. Some come with a carrycot or a reclined chair that can be snapped on and off when your child is outgrowing them. If you're purchasing a new pram for the first time, you might be looking for a travel system which is an all-in-one bundle that includes a lying-flat carrycot and car seat. Our test-driver for parents Jaya was a fan of the Graco Near2Me System she used with her 10-month old son. It comes with an innovative feature that lets you raise and lower your child with the touch of one button. This allows you to maintain eye contact with your child and keep them close. Another option is another option is the Bugaboo Fox 3 which our tester Jess Bird used with her two kids, Effie and Boden (pictured above). It's a luxurious pram that can be converted from a single pushchair to double pushchair and has 30 possible configurations and features luxe fabrics, an extendable sun canopy, and puncture-proof tyres. It's not expensive however, it can be used for more than one child if you need to. Similar to our winner model, the iCandy Orange 3 with its carrycot, it can be used from the moment of birth. top strollers should permit newborns to lie as flat as they can. 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 feature a seat that can be reclined to a horizontal or a vertical position. The Graco Near2Me has the latter feature, and it's fantastic at that as our tester for parents Jaya found when she tested it with her son of 10 months. She was thrilled to be able to raise or lower her child with a push of the button to keep him in the same position while maintaining closeness and eye contact. This frame is perfect for nipping around town and the puncture-proof wheels permit you to take it off road or over rough terrain. It's also a great choice if you're planning on having another child in future because it easily converts from a single pram to a twin or double pushchair. The Bugaboo Dragonfly is a stylish, high-end option that looks and feels impressive. It's ideal for babies because it includes a lie-flat carrycot and is compatible with a car seat in the event that you purchase it separately. It can be folded with the carrycot still in place This is something that not all prams offer. This saves time and makes it easier to use. Its luxurious fabrics, large shopping basket and puncture-proof tyres are the kinds of features you'd expect to see on a premium pram and its sleek design makes it easy to maneuver on any terrain. This is a great option for those who live in the city and have to navigate narrow streets or crowded pathways frequently. While it's not cheap however, the durability and quality of this stroller will save you money in the end by eliminating the need to purchase a separate toddler pushchair. It's available in an extensive range of colors, and you can choose one that matches your personal style.