Buying a Pram Newborn
Prams and pushchairs are the multifunctional, versatile partners of caregivers and parents. They are the co-pilots on the new adventure of your child.
A pram newborn is dedicated to newborns and babies. It has an incredibly sturdy, deep carrycot with soft and secure walls.
A pram will typically come with a bassinet, but it can be converted into a stroller seat once baby is ready.
Safety
Newborns are incredibly fragile and must be kept as secure as is possible. Purchasing a stroller or pram equipped with safety features will ensure that your baby is comfortable and secure during travel. The essential requirements for any pram or stroller include a functioning brake, a 5-point safety harness (2 shoulder straps, 2 waist straps and a strap for the crotch) and a wrist tether strap for the person pushing the pram. Make sure the pram you choose meets these standards.
Find a stroller that allows your baby to ride in the recommended position of lying flat. This position helps your baby and prevents the risk of a dangerous spinal curve that can lead to spinal issues. It also reduces the risk of SUID (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome) or asphyxiation by keeping airways clear. Most prams can be used from the moment of the moment of birth. They come with seats that recline into a lay-flat mode for younger infants and converts into a pushchair unit for older children.
The suspension of the pram will determine how smoothly it rides. A pram with a lot of spring suspension will be more expensive, but it is worth the extra expense if you plan to use your pram every day for a few years or more.
Always read the directions and carefully read the warning labels on your pram or stroller. When not in use, place your stroller in a safe area away from potential dangers like traffic, bicycles or other people. It is important to remove any bags or objects from the handles as they could cause your baby to get trapped or even die.
A pram or stroller should not be left alone with a baby inside, even if they are asleep. They could get squirming into the pram and become trapped, or slide away and cause injury. It’s not recommended to hang bags or other items from the handles because they can fall and hit your baby’s head.
Comfort
It is vital that newborns have the option to lie flat, as this promotes lung and back development. Many prams have a carrycot or cocoon that creates a cozy nest-like atmosphere for your newborn and can be easily detached from the frame. Others, such as the egg2’s bucket-style seat do not recline to lay flat, but offer a comfortable ride for your baby.
Some prams have a separate bassinet or seat for infants. This lets you effortlessly switch between sitting and sleeping positions based on the needs of your baby. It is often described as a “travel system” and is the initial configuration that you should try out with your newborn.
Find a pram that has two shoulder straps (ideally padded) and a functional five-point safety harness that fits your child’s body securely. Be sure there aren’t gaps or loose areas where fingers could get trapped and that the buckles are simple to use, especially for older children. It’s also worth considering whether you’d like a parent facing pram or [Redirect-302] not. It’s great to watch your child and helping them feel secure by the familiarity of their parents.
Our parents who tested the product loved the feature of certain prams such as the Graco Near2Me which lets you raise your baby by pressing one button. This is a great way to maintain eye contact with your baby and keep in contact, particularly when they’re sleepy. If you are seeking a travel system compatible with the car capsule you pick it is not necessary to wake your baby up to switch between the car and pram.
Convenience
It is essential to take into account your baby’s transportation needs when you purchase a new baby’s pram. Some prams have a bassinet or carrycot, which allow your baby to lie flat (essential for their spinal development and breathing) while others have seats that recline to a lie-flat position. It’s important to check out the other accessories the pram comes with like an infant changing bag and a footmuff that are essential to keep your baby warm during colder months.
It’s also worth noting that some strollers and prams can be transformed into travel systems which allows you to connect a car capsule to the frame using adaptors to allow you to easily transfer your child between the car and the pushchair without needing to awake them. These can be useful when you live a busy life or don’t have a large enough car boot to accommodate prams pushchairs prams, however it’s important to keep in mind that your baby must be old enough and able to sit independently before you can change between the car capsule and pram.
Another feature you may want to consider is the possibility of raising and lowering the infant’s seat from a low to high setting, which allows you to maintain eye contact with them and keeps them close to you, something that our parent tester found very useful for her 10-month old boy! One example is the Graco Near2Me that allows your child to glide towards you at the press of an button.
Make sure that your pram newborn has a solid base and wheels that can withstand bumps and potholes and that you are able to fold it down easily and ensure that the safety harness is functional and fits comfortably (five-point rather than three-point) and can be adjusted as your child grows. You should also be able to keep changing and shopping bags in the basket underneath (although be aware that loading the pram with too much weight can cause it to tip over). If you’re unsure of which model to choose, try some different models at your local store.