Buggies and prams – you can bet there are almost as many options to consider as when you are buying a family car! These days there are tonnes of different types to choose from: traditional prams, 3 in 1 pushchairs, 3 wheeled pushchairs, buggies, strollers and combinations. They all promise to be the perfect solution for you, in fact buggies and prams even seem to be morphing into one, creating an almost perfect solution to carrying babies through to toddlers.
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So how do you go about picking the right one for you?
It can seem a complete mind field. Which one suits you will depend on a number of different things including your lifestyle, how many children you have, your budget and of course your taste! Try to not get too hung up on styles though. We often can so engrossed in the way something looks that reason goes out the window. Later we often regret our decision as we try to get the darn thing to fold so we can get on the bus or put it in our car boot! It is much better to get the practicalities of having buggies and prams right then work on style.
Buying a buggy or a pram is one your biggest considerations for when baby arrives. Don’t regret your decision and make it wisely. This article is going to go over some things to consider before purchasing.
If you buy the right buggy or pram, it can be a lasting investment and last you throughout all your children’s baby/toddler stages. This will save you in the long run and make things easier too.
Things to consider:
- Do you want a pram that your baby can sleep in from birth?
- Will you be using a pram/buggy when your baby is able to sit up and not before? Slings have become very popular (they are also better for baby) in the first few months of a baby’s life so a pram that a newborn can sleep in isn’t needed.
- Will you be using the buggy/pram for long walks?
- Will you be using the buggy on the bus or packing it away in the car?
- Is the buggy or pram for the first few years or do you want to use when your baby is 4?
There are so many options for you to choose from when it comes to buggies and prams that make a list of things you need to consider will be helpful in making the best decision.
Now that you have an idea of how you will be going to use it, there are 5 factors you should look for in a buggy or pram:
Car boot size – If you are car driver it is worth noting the size of your boot and the size of the buggy. Many people do not realise that not all buggies can fit into a small boot. In my own experience I only just managed to squeeze mine in my small car at the time but it was a nuisance to get in and out because of the handles. It really is worth considering. You will have enough on your plate as it is.
Folding the Buggy/Pram – This is especially important if you will be using the bus regularly. Trying and struggling to fold a buggy up while on a busy bus and with baby in hands can be a real nightmare if you don’t have an easy to fold buggy! Not to mention if you also have a ton of bags hanging from it as a result of your weekly shop. If you know this will be you look for a lightweight and easy to fold up and down buggy. You be grateful you did.
Sitting positions – Does the buggy or pram come with different sitting positions for your baby? Are they easy to put them into? I had one pushchair that didn’t have a smooth transition from sitting to laying down and it would always be difficult not to disturb my son as he sat sleeping and I wanted him to lay down. I also liked having my son facing me in the early months so that upon waking he saw me straight away. This wasn’t necessary once he was older, but when he was younger it was really important to me.
If you want to use the pram as a day cot make sure you have one that can be completely laid flat. Many prams have an carrycot attachment so look out for these. Also consider if you need a car seat and want to easily transition baby from it to pram by just clicking them in. You won’t be able to lug the baby around in a car seat – they are heavy! So being able to clip it into a buggy instead is a good solution if you don’t want to disturb baby. I always carried my son in a sling but this is a good alternative.
If you want a buggy/pram to last you a good 3-4 years then you will need to have one that allows your child to sit up right and also has plenty of room for them to grow from baby to toddler.
There are many other things you should consider when buying buggies and prams, but hopefully these few things will help you think of other reasons why you need to take seating positions into account.
Wheel size – It really is worth taking a look at the types of wheels you have on your buggy. If you are only using it for shorts trips this may not be a big concern but if not then you might want to look into it. Bigger wheels tend to result in a smoother right for your baby. If you intend to do a lot of trekking there are buggies out there specifically for that too.
Space – Will you be holding a lot of shopping on the buggy/pram? It is worth making sure the buggy doesn’t tip over with weight on it. Shopping can be heavy and you don’t want it to mess up your ability to manoeuvre the buggy!
Buggies and Prams – Factors To Consider Before Buying
Buggies and prams and pushchairs – what do you pick and how do you decide? When it comes to picking a buggy or a pram there are several factors that can help you pick one suitable for your needs. Below are some things to consider before purchasing.
Lifestyle
Picking buggies and prams that suit your lifestyle is the number one issue to consider. Sometimes we can get so engrossed into something that we don’t look at it on a practical level. Many buggies and prams may look like they give you everything you need but when you have actually purchased it and have tried it out you realize it isn’t as great as you first thought but it’s too late!
So what should you consider?
One of the first things to consider is whether it is easy to manoeuvre about or whether the wheels stick. Most buggies and prams these day have really good wheel manoeuvrability but to make completely sure make sure you try your chosen buggy or pram out first.
Once that is settled consider how easy it is to collapse and put back up. If you are a stay-at-home mother or single parent and are mostly on your own then being able to collapse it on your own and get it up again without struggling is really a crucial aspect. It will save you getting flustered and frustrated when trying to get on the bus. It would also be worth noting how heavy the buggy or pram is as well.
Lastly one other aspect of lifestyle is whether there is plenty of room for you to put shopping on the buggy or pram. Some buggies and prams are so light that they tip with the shopping you put on it. You want to try and find one that is lightweight but also gives plenty of room for shopping without tipping it over.
Cost
Besides lifestyle the cost is also a consideration. If you are on a tight budget finding a buggy or pram you like or is perfect for the way you live maybe difficult. It is worth joining communities like freecycle.org to see if you can get some suited to your needs. You could always ask to see if anyone has your desired buggy or pram available. Another consideration would be to a get a 2 in 1 system which allows for a pram while your baby is newborn and then converts into an upright chair. These systems also come with car seats as well which is another expense you will most likely have to consider as well.