Choosing a pram can be a difficult especially for first time parents, many choose something they like about the look of the pram and think little more of it until they come to use it.

In an effort to reduce the chance of regretting their choice of pram, parents should consider the following top tips when choosing a pram system.

The most important thing to check is that the pram you are buying fits into your car's boot. The next thing to consider is how easy it is to put up and fold down the system, does it need two people to do it? If so is it a suitable option or is one parent likely to be using it when out on their own.

Do any accessories come with the pram? Some pram systems need building up in pieces e.g the pram liner, pram hood, pram apron etc before they are ready for use, again if one parent is out an about with the child, will they be able to do all this each time they need to use it?

Ensure you consider where you will be using the pram. If you will spend a lot of time walking on sand, gravel or grass you could need larger air filled wheels in comparison to smaller, rubber tyres for those using their prams in the city. If a range of people are to push the pram, it may be worth purchasing a system that has height adjustable handles, this will allow everyone pushing to do so in comfort and without pulling any muscles they shouldn't.

If you want to keep the pram as clean as possible try to choose a design that is a dark colour. Often when going through puddles, water can splash back at the wheels making it easier for the pram fabric to become stained. At least with darker colour prams they stains will be less noticeable.