What's the Difference Between Prams, Buggys and Pushchairs?
A lightweight and compact pushchair, this Mamas & Papas model nips effortlessly through urban environments and can be used as part of a travel system with the addition of a carrycot. It's ideal for rural terrain, too, with foam-filled tires.
The flat lying-flat position of a pram is perfect for newborns, as it allows them to breathe and grow. These types of models usually come with a bassinet attachment or cocoon.
Baby Carriage
Choosing the right baby car is a difficult task for first-time parents. The terms buggy, pram, and pushchair are often used, but it's difficult to determine which is the right one.
The term pram was used in the past to refer to any child's wheeled carriage. They ranged from hand-held baskets to huge, ornately decorated carriages that were pulled along by a draft animal or humans. They were usually shaped like shells and often had an hood, handlebar and storage space. In the 19th century prams were upgraded to make them safer for babies and their caregivers. Some of these improvements included adding breaks, folding models and parasol designs.
Modern prams are an easier and more flexible option than the traditional ones. It features a comfortable seat for the child with reclining positions that can be adjusted and a large deep bassinet or carrycot. Many prams convert into pushchairs by using the same chassis with an additional car seat, carrycot or bassinet.
As babies grow older, they're able to transition from the pram to a pushchair. The difference between the two isn't significant, but pushchairs designed for older babies are more suited to longer walks and travel. The seat is larger and often faces away from the parent for exploration, but also toward them when bonding. Many pushchairs come with an umbrella, a storage basket and a handlebar that can all be adjusted to meet the needs of an infant.
Babyfair offers a wide selection of pushchairs, prams, and baby buggy options. You can even opt for a travel system, which provides the best of both worlds - the pram can be converted into a pushchair and includes a car seat that snaps into place on the base. This allows the baby to be moved in and out of the pram without disrupting their sleep or causing fuss which is perfect for long walks or travel. The chassis is light and folds up compactly, allowing it to fit into the trunk or boot of a vehicle easily.
Travel System
Travel systems are the ideal option for parents who want to travel with their infant in the comfort of their home. A travel system is a pushchair frame that you can fit a car seat or carrycot to, making it easy to transport your sleeping baby from car to stroller without disturbing them.
A good choice for first-time parents, a travel system will ensure that your child is comfortable and safe from birth onwards. You can use a car capsule in the early months of your child's development and then move to a pushchair when they are old enough. Consider purchasing travel systems that have adaptors for car seats if you're considering purchasing a car seat.
The Egg 2 pram is a contemporary-looking pushchair with a light chassis. It also includes car seat adaptors so you can use it with many leading car seats. We are awestruck by its ergonomically designed handles that are shaped like a 'Y' to give you a more comfortable grip and its flat-fold mechanism that takes the strain out of folding. Its puncture-free tires also have an egg-shaped tread that adds to the stylish aesthetic.
It's suitable from birth and can be used with the Oyster 3 carrycot or the new Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus car seat (car seat and adapters sold separately) with its luxurious, dual-sided memory foam cushioning that provides extra warmth on one side and cooling on the other side to keep your baby comfy. We also appreciate its one-handed recline feature, which offers a full range of positions, as well as an enormous sun hood that's simple to install should the weather take a turn for the worse.
If you're ready to grow your family, this sleek and contemporary pram easily transforms into a double pushchair by using its Helix+ attachment that clicks onto the chassis. You can enjoy a comfortable ride with your growing family and create unforgettable memories. Its innovative 360-degree rotation as well as recline capabilities can also be adjusted to suit the changing weather conditions, so you're never stuck indoors when rain is forecast.
Pram
Prams are made for infants and newborns who aren't able to sit up or hold their heads upright. They provide a flat surface for your
Baby Accessories to lie on while you are out and out and about. They're a great option for strollers, and may be better suited to your baby.
It is beneficial for the development of the lungs of infants to lie flat. If they are sitting on their backs, it could cause them to slouch slightly. This is not good for their health. It can also interfere with their breathing. Prams allow your baby to lie flat and be supported, making them more secure and comfortable when you go out.
Many prams come with an hood that can be adjusted to shield your child. They typically have a large basket that can hold all your baby's belongings and an adjustable rain cover that can be pulled down to shield your child from the sun. The majority of prams are simple to clean, simply clean the fabric with a vacuum or wipe down with a damp cloth and soapy water. It's best to take the wheels off the pram, then wash them in a tub or sink and allow them to dry completely before installing them. To ensure your
baby pram's safety ensure that your pushchair is compliant with the Australian Safety Standard.
Strollers are more sophisticated than prams, as they're made for babies who are able to sit up. They can recline and the handlebars are adjustable to provide parents with maximum comfort for their child. They're generally lighter than prams and have smaller wheels that make them easier to move around. Most strollers have an hood that can be shut to give your baby protection from the sun and sometimes they're fitted with a bassinet or carrycot for infants.
It isn't as easy to maintain an infant stroller than a pram, but it is important to maintain it to ensure that your child is happy. Find a stroller that can be machine washed to make cleaning easy. If you need to spot clean, use an ordinary cloth or washing liquid. In colder temperatures it is an excellent accessory. It's best to choose an item with a soft lining and a showerproof outer.
Convertible
A convertible stroller can be transformed into a double stroller with the addition of another seat. It's an excellent option for parents who are thinking of having a second baby or already have another child to their family. This type double stroller comes with numerous advantages over a traditional side-byside double stroller. These include the ability to accommodate two children from different ages, better maneuverability in rough terrain, and a wider range of seating options.
Some convertible strollers can be adjusted to as many as 24 different configurations. Parents can opt to have one child in a bassinet, and another in a car seat, or to have both seats facing forward and the other one facing backward. They can even have three children (with the ride-along board). This type of stroller tends to be heavier because it has to support two seats by their weight.
The best convertible strollers are built with a sturdy and durable frame that can handle the additional weight of a second seat without compromising safety or stability. They also have large storage baskets and comfortable seats that be adjusted to accommodate different sizes of children.