Prams Wish List

Bubs N Grubs Gives Tips On Buying A Pram Or Stroller.

Would you like to puchase the pram or stroller most suited to your needs We all want the highest quality pram. Selecting the wheels for a baby pram can be just as complicated as buying a car. Bubs n Grubs sees parents come in every day at their wits end trying to find just the right pram.

A lot of things need to be considered in choosing which pram or stroller is the best for both you and your baby.

With the list they have comprised, Bubs n Grubs points out key points you should consider before buying a pram or stroller. 

What length of time do you wish for the pram to be used

You should  be able to use a large number of prams until your child is about four years old.

• Keep in mind that if you are buying a pram for a newborn, you can get away with a seat that reclines at least 130 degrees from a horizontal level, otherwise it is not suitable.
Are you thinking that a busier and more independent toddler means going to a stroller that isn't quite as cumbersome?

Would you want to use the pram for future kids too?

How much will your budget let you pay for the pram of you dreams?
Are you able to afford the pram you desire without spending too much money? Or could a less expensive model, with the same features be sufficient?  According to Bubs N Grubs, you should never have to mortgage your home to buy the pram you desire.  With a little time and research, you can locate the right solution.  Bubs N Grubs is available to answer more questions at anytime.

Do mum and dad both like the stroller?
Don't forget, it needs to fit your body shape and your parenting routine. Consider the total weight of the pram: is it easy to lift one-handed?
• Does it come equipped with an adjustable handle that will suit any users height?
Does it take an advanced degree to figure out your pram? Can adjustments be made while carrying a baby on your hip, and groceries in the other hand?

What exactly will you be doing with the pram?
Do you exercise a great deal? If you plan to be active, there are even brands designed for biking and jogging.
Is the beach your regular visitng place? Also consider the effect of sand and salt water on the wheel fittings and overall appearance of the steel, chrome, and aluminum surfaces of your pram. (especially if you have made plans to sell it later).
Ready to go shopping? A Pram with a wider wheel base will give more stability for parents wanting to jog but on the other hand, it makes it less likely to be easily manouvered through shopping aisles, standard door ways etc.

When folded, does the pram fit into your car, or will you need to buy a new car to accommodate it? As well as items as shopping bags, diaper bags, children's toys, household pets, and anything else you might need on any given day.? Can the wheels be easily removed to accommodate fitting into tight spaces?
• Is the pram easy to manoeuvre in general? Keep in mind that the Pram will be harder to steer with a young child moving around inside.
• Are the wheel locks sturdy and not easily disengaged?
• Does the basket under the pram allow you the space you need - quick trip to the supermarket, out all day at the zoo - and is the access to the basket easy - extra zippers and wide openings so that you don't have to pull everything out to get to something at one end?
• When walking into the sun, does the handle reverse so that your babies' delicate skin and eyes are protected? Or can you get a sun-protection cover to fit your pram?
• You pram should have a 5-point safety harness that can be adjusted for your child and he or she grows.
To restrict movement of the pram, make sure it has more at least one parking tool. Be mindful of where the release mechanism is, so that your child won't be able to reach it when he or she is inside the pram or stroller and nor can another child. The parking device activator must be colored RED and the framework surrounding it must be a contrasting color.
Make sure the teather strap on your pram or stroller is long enough to be practical to use. Go to the Australian Standards site to get legal information on tether strap lengths.
Does the hood offer good sun protection and a viewing window?
• Does the pram have a removable bumper? On some prams this is not just a safety feature, but is also a good spot to attach baby toys or a good spot for the baby to hold on to.
• Are you wanting a pram that you can attach a toddler seat or a skateboard to as the family grows? toddler seats are additional seats that attach to the pram to allow you to carry a toddler as well as a newborn, or two toddlers. A skateboard is a board on wheels that clips onto the back axle of the pram. An older child can stand on this, holding the back of the pram, whilst you push the whole ensemble from behind.

What extras are available either with your pram or to purchase separately?
Consider...

• Weather protection - sun and rain covers
• Net Insect protection cover
• Tyre pump (for pneumatic tyres)
Ensure that whichever pram you choose is in compliance with Australian Standard AS/NZ S 2088. If this information is not included on the label, before buying, check with the manufacturer. This is a key reason that prams and strollers should not be purchased via overseas websites - only buy a pram or stroller from an Australian Baby store such as Bubs n Grubs - They only sell prams and strollers that meet the Australian Safety Standards.