Buying a Pram Newborn
Prams and pushchairs are multi-functional, flexible allies of parents and caregivers. They're the co-pilots of the journey of your child.
A pram newborn is a dedicated stroller designed for babies and newborns. It comes with a sturdy, deep carrycot and soft, safe walls.
A pram comes with a bassinet, however it can be converted to a stroller once the baby is ready.
Safety
Newborns need to be secured as much as is possible. Purchasing a stroller or pram with safety features will ensure that your baby is secure and safe during their travels. The most essential requirements for any stroller or pram are a functioning brake, a 5-point safety harness (2 shoulder straps, two waist straps and a Crotch strap) and the wrist tether strap that is for the person who is pushing the pram. Be sure that the model you are considering is in compliance with these requirements before you purchase.
Find a stroller that allows your infant to ride in the recommended lie-flat position. This position helps your baby and helps prevent the development of a risky curvature in their spine that could cause problems with their spine. It also lowers the risk of SUID (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death Syndrome) or asphyxiation by keeping airways free. Most prams are able to be used right from the time of birth. They come with seats that recline to lay flat for infants, and can be converted to a pushchair for older children.
The suspension of a
pram sale will determine how smoothly it runs. A pram that has a lot of suspension is likely to be more costly but it could be worth the cost of this feature if you are planning to use your pram daily for a couple of years or longer.
It is important to take the time to go through the instruction manual and look over the warning labels on your pram or stroller. Also, ensure that your stroller is placed in a safe spot away from traffic, bicycles or any other potential hazards when it is not being used. It is important to remove any bags or items from the handles as they could cause your baby to become trapped or even suffocate.
Even if the baby is asleep, it's not a good idea to leave a
double pram and pushchair or stroller unattended. They can get wriggling and become trapped or the pram could roll away and they might be injured. It is also not a good idea to hang bags or other things off the handles as they could fall and hit your
baby pram in the head.
Comfort
It is crucial that babies are able to lie flat as this aids in lung and back development. Cocoons or carriers are available on many prams. They create a cozy environment that is a comfortable place for your baby and can be detached easily from the frame. Other models, such as the egg2's bucket style seat do not recline to lay flat but still offer a comfortable ride for your baby.
Some prams come with a separate bassinet, newborn inset or stroller seat, so you can easily change between sitting and sleeping modes based on your baby's needs. This is often referred to as a 'travel system and is the first thing you should do with your newborn.
Find a pram that has two shoulder straps that are ideally padded, and a five-point safety harness. It should fit your baby's body perfectly. Be sure that there aren't any gaps or areas that are loose in which fingers can get caught and that the buckles are comfortable to use, especially for older children. It's also worth considering whether you'd like a Parent Facing Pram (
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Our testers with parents loved the feature of certain prams such as the Graco Near2Me that lets you raise your baby at the touch of a button. This is a fantastic method to keep eye contact with your baby and stay in contact, particularly when they're sleepy. If you're in the market for an appropriate travel system, be sure that the frame is compatible with your car capsule to avoid the need to wake them up every time you're changing between car, pram and back again.
Convenience
When purchasing a newborn pram, it is important to consider the needs of your baby's transportation. Some prams have a bassinet or carrycot, which allow your baby to lay flat (essential for their spinal development and breathing) while others come with a seat that can recline into a flat position. You should also check the other accessories included in the pram, such as the footmuff and the changing bag. These are essential for keeping your baby warm when it is cold.
It's also worth noting that some prams and strollers can be converted into
compact travel pram systems, which allows you to connect a car capsule with 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 lifestyle or don't have a large enough car boot to accommodate prams, however it's worth keeping in mind that your child will need to be old enough and able to sit up independently before you can switch between the
car seat pram capsule and pram.
Another feature to keep an eye on is the possibility of raising and lowering your 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 good example is the Graco Near2Me, which can lower to allow your child to 'glide into your arms by pressing an button and maintain constant eye contact.
You should be able to put bags for shopping and changing in the basket underneath. You should be able store shopping bags and changing bags under the pram (but keep in mind that too much weight could cause it to topple over). If you're not sure what to choose, try various models at the local store.
