Prams and Pushchairs

Choosing your baby's first pram is one of the most important decisions you will have to make when preparing for the birth of your baby. The pram will be your faithful companion for walks, shopping and everyday activities, so it is important to make this choice responsibly and carefully. Inexperienced parents often make mistakes, focusing only on price, appearance or design. To avoid disappointment, there are a number of key aspects to consider when choosing the right pram.

The first step in selecting a pram is to determine what type of pram it is. A 2-in-1 set, this is ideal for babies from birth to 6 months. Usually parents switch to a stroller unit when the child begins to sit confidently. Cradle provides a comfortable lying position for the child, has a soft mattress and a hood for protection from various weather conditions.

When choosing a set of prams take into account its size. The size of the pram can play a role, especially for residents of an apartment block or if you plan to use it with a car. The weight of the pram is also important, considering that it can be quite heavy to climb stairs with your child.

Wheeled pushchairs are important for a comfortable travelling experience. Larger wheels provide better traction on uneven roads, and the swivel mechanism makes the pram more manoeuvrable. Gel or rubber wheels are preferred, providing durability and good shock absorption.

It is also important to pay attention to the protective elements of the pram, such as the hood. They should provide reliable protection against various weather conditions. The material of the pram should also be water-repellent to protect your baby from getting wet in the rain.

Additional options such as ventilation windows and backrest adjustment can provide extra comfort to the baby. The adjustable handle height can also be useful for parents of different heights.

In the end, choosing your first pram is an individual decision that depends on your capabilities and preferences. It is important to take enough time to research all possible models and consider all the above factors to make the right choice that will meet your needs and those of your baby.

Prams

When the child grows up and will sit confidently, from the cradle will have to give up and take care of the purchase of a pram, if before it was not purchased a set of prams with a pram block. This pram will serve long enough, so its choice should be approached responsibly.
Stroller model is designed for children aged from 6 months. Due to the low weight of such a pram is easy to manage. For greater comfort to the child, the possibility of adjusting the backrest of the seat is provided. If the child gets tired of sitting or wants to sleep, the backrest can be moved to a lying or semi-lying position. 
When choosing a pram should pay attention to
1. The principle of folding - it can be either "cane" or "book";
2. The type of wheels and the material of manufacture.
3. The presence of a turning mechanism and a button fixation.
4. The presence of additional accessories (mosquito net, mackintosh, cover for legs). Most often they come with the pram, but sometimes they have to be purchased separately.

Parents who have twins or children with the same age are much more comfortable to buy special models designed for several children, rather than buying two prams at once. Such prams assume a special frame, to which two cradles and two pram units are attached at once. You can find models in which you can combine the installation of a cradle and stroller unit. Such a model is suitable for children with a small difference in age. In the cradle you can put a newborn baby, and in the stroller block of an older baby who is not confident enough to stand on his feet. What to pay attention to when choosing a pram for twins (pogodok) 1. Configuration of the pram. There are prams with one or two levels. Choose the one that is more convenient for you. 2. Dimensions. Naturally, such prams are quite wide, so it is worth understanding whether the pram can fit in the lift. Raise or lower such a pram on the stairs will be difficult without help. 3. Wheels and the presence of a shock absorption system. 4. Additional options. Such as the presence of a large canopy that will save from bad weather or sun, bag, shopping basket and other necessary small things.

Although all types of pushchairs have differences, the main one is the ease and comfort of use. However, there are still some important things to consider when buying one, regardless of the type of pram.

Ease of maintenance. Small children are not able to control their natural reflexes or to give an account of their actions. Therefore, a newborn baby can regurgitate and stain the upholstery, and older children can leave dirt from shoes or dirty hands, spill liquids or drop a piece of food. As a result, the upholstery loses its appearance, and to drive a child in a dirty pram is not very pleasant. When choosing a pram, be sure to consult a consultant about the rules of upholstery care. Find out whether it can be removed for washing or whether it is enough to wipe it with some detergents.

Storage space for any items. For most mums, an extra place to put things is of great importance. Agree that it is much more convenient to place everything that may be needed, the child or you, during the walk in the boot or pockets of the pram, than to carry a bag or rucksack.

The ability to fold and unfold the pram with one hand. Even if you have a calm child, there may be times when you have to keep an eye on him or her while trying to fold or unfold the pram. Therefore, such a feature has a huge impact on the choice of vehicle.

Cost. Quite a lot of parents, stop the choice on quite cheap prams. Of course, everyone has different financial possibilities, but it is worth spending once, buying a quality pram, able to serve the intended time, than to buy a cheap one, which will come in disrepair after a couple of weeks or months, and you will have to use it every day. Choose a good pram at the first attempt is not all parents, especially if it is the first child, but even experienced sometimes make mistakes, because every year there are new models, and it is very difficult to understand in such an assortment. We hope that with our article we have helped to understand this problem.