How to choose the right Pram or Stroller for your Baby
- Linzi Whittaker
- Feb 21, 2019
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 8, 2019
Pram comfort is very important to consider. An infant needs to sleep well even when you’re out and about and a pram should offer a quiet, steady ride and be comfortable enough to sleep in.
Will you be moving around a lot?
How much storage space you are going to have at home?
Will you be travelling by public transport, by car, or perhaps not at all?
Here are four types to consider:
Pram
Traditionally, a pram is a four wheeled carriage designed especially for newborn babies, usually while they are lying flat. You can easily turn a pushchair into a pram if it has a lie-flat seat, or with the addition of a carrycot.
Pushchair
A folding chair with wheels, designed for a baby or small child to be pushed around while seated.
Stroller/Buggy
A stroller is a lightweight collapsable chair with wheels, most suited to toddlers and young children.
Travel system
A pushchair with the ability to attach a car seat and/or a carrycot, usually the pieces are bought together.
Aesthetically, though, all models on the market today stem from either a pram or a stroller.
Factors to consider when buying a pram:
Make sure you have a comfortable seat - If your newborn is going to spend a lot of time sleeping in the pram you will need a surface that is firm yet comfortable
Mobility and Usability
When choosing the right pram for you, think about your surroundings and lifestyle.
Ask yourself:
Where you will be storing the pram?
Where you will go and spend the most time while away from home?
Will you be travelling by car or public transport?
General size - Naturally, the bigger your pram is the harder it is to maneuver in small spaces
Folding mechanism - Apart from a coach built pram, most prams can be folded fully.
Weight - You will be moving and lifting your pram a lot, both with and without your baby inside, and your pram needs to be light without compromising on stability. Look for a pram in your price range and pick the lightest one. The lightest pram usually have a aluminium chassis that is both light and sturdy.
Road surface - Are you going to use the pram mainly on asphalt? If you are pushing your pram on a road that is not perfectly flat tarmac or asphalt, you are going to need bigger wheels.
Number of wheels - 3 wheels are popular among people living on the countryside or who need a pram that works well on uneven surfaces. The main reason for choosing a 3-wheeler is to be able to manoeuvre it easily, regardless of the road conditions.
The prams versatility and adjustability - You will need a pram with a reversible seat. This is because your baby will quickly go through sleeping in the cot, seeing only the inside of the pram, sitting upright, facing you and sitting upright, facing forward.
As a quick tip, buy a cheap spare stroller as backup for short trips or to keep in the car.
The most versatile prams are the travel systems. These prams are meant to function in any given situation outside your home when you are on the move and come with a car seat and pram/pushchair unit.
For example, our Marvel 2 in 1 Travel System a good travel above, allows you to clip the car seat directly onto the chassis without having to move your baby and wake him up.
The handles - Having a comfortable grip is essential when buying a Pram. Make sure is has soft grips or handles because the plastic handles on some cheaper prams will hurt your hands after a while. Also, when you try the pram, pay attention to the way the handle is angled to support your natural wrist position.
Choosing a pushchair is a daunting task but we hope we've made the process easier with this guide.
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