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kateWant to buy the best pram or best stroller for you? Choosing the right set of wheels for your baby is a task more consuming than most of us realise, and some would equate it to buying the family car. There are so many factors you need to weigh up in order to find which pram or stroller is best for you and for your baby.
We”ve made a list here of some of the key practical points you need to consider before purchasing your pram or stroller.
How long to you want the pram to last you?
Many prams are designed to take you from birth to around 4 years (if you can keep them in the pram that long!).
– If you are purchasing for a newborn, bear in mind that it whilst it doesn”t need to recline flat, it does needs to recline 130 degrees from the horizontal to be suitable.
– Are you considering changing to a lightweight stroller once your toddler is more active?
– Looking further ahead, are you planning on using the same pram for future children?
How much can you afford to pay for your dream pram?
Can you afford the pram you want without having to mortgage the house? Or will a cheaper model with all the same features do the trick?
Do both parents agree on the pram?
Remember, it has to suit both your parental needs and physiques. You may need to consider things such as:
– The weight of the pram when lifting and fitting it into the back of the car or when having to carry it into the house or up stairs.
– Does it have an adjustable handle to suit both your heights?
– Do you need a physics degree to fold/collapse the pram? Or can it be easily and calmly achieved when you are pregnant, have a screaming toddler on the hip and your ice-cream melting in the car?
