All Terrain & Outdoor Pushchairs

Buying a pushchair is a big decision for any family and we want to help support you at such an important time of your lives. Each and every pushchair is unique to every parent to be and their needs, whether it is tackling a busy city life or trekking through the countryside on your daily adventures we have a range of award-winning pushchairs to provide you with confidence and we only stock the brands we love and trust. We understand the importance of choosing the right pushchair for your lifestyle so take a look at our Pushchairs buying guide to help you with your decision: https://journal.naturalbabyshower.co.uk/pushchair-buying-guide/pushchairs-explained
 

All prams and pushchairs should have a safety label to show that they comply with the relevant British Standards of safety requirements and test methods for wheeled child conveyances - BS EN 1888: 2012 or BS EN 1888: 2003. Every pushchair we stock meets these standards.

The market is extremely varied and there are options for every budget, but prices generally range from around £300 to over £1,500. When shopping, you'll need to consider your lifestyle and what your family needs to find the perfect pushchair for you.

Generally, a pram has a fixed parent-facing carrycot and is designed for newborns to lie flat up to around six months old. For this reason, prams don't offer much versatility or longevity. Pushchairs are adaptable and can accommodate newborns and older infants, providing a complete solution that can be used for a long time. A stroller, also known as a buggy, is simply a type of pushchair. The term tends to refer to the more lightweight and compact frames designed for travel. Strollers offer convenience for parents living in urban areas, and they're great for families who spend the majority of time outdoors but need something that's easy to fold for transport and compact enough to store. Strollers are ideal for little ones over the age of 6 months. Some compact models can hold children up to 22kg.

You should swap from a lie-flat pushchair at around 6 months old, or when your baby can sit up unaided, when they're able to control their head/neck movements and when they can fit comfortably within the seat unit 5-point safety harness. Until then, newborns should lie completely flat for proper spine and hip development.

A stroller is a type of pushchair that is much lighter and is easier to fold. Strollers are perfect for parents living in urban areas and need convenience for city living. Strollers are great for families who spend the majority of time outdoors but need a pushchair that is easy to transport and compact enough to store. Strollers are often purchased for little ones over the age of 6 months and can also be used throughout their toddler years too.

You will need to make sure your car seat is compatible with your compact stroller and vice versa you may need car seat adapters. Do note that not all infant car seats fit on a stroller. If you intend to use a car seat always do your research to check compatibility or buy a travel system pushchair already bundled together. Remember, it is not recommended to keep a baby in the car seat for prolonged periods of time.

Many brands advertise their strollers from birth, as they have lie-flat seats. However, some seat units are not completely flat so you may feel they’re not suitable for your newborn or baby, so it’s best to check to see exactly how flat the seat unit is and if you’d like to use it from birth. It’s worth remembering that buying a compatible carrycot will offer the ideal lie-flat position for babies.

The best stroller for you and your family will be completely unique to you and your child. Key considerations include lifestyle, budget and longevity. There's been a recent surge in interest in lightweight strollers, which provide an easy option for everyday use with older babies and toddlers who've outgrown their pushchair or carrycot. These were once a secondary purchase following a newborn pushchair. However, there are now a lot of fantastic lightweight models that can be used from birth. Most strollers do not weigh more than 7kg with the seat attached, and they typically fold small for ease of storage, whether it be in your home, the boot of your car, or on public transportation. You should measure your car boot and front door width before buying a pushchair to ensure the correct fit.

The age where you will need to stop using you stroller will depend on the brand and model. While there isn't a set age where little ones can use a stroller until, little ones tend to transition out of strollers around 4 years old.

Most strollers offer a bassinet or lie-flat mode which allows you to use with your newborn, right from day one. These strollers can interchange on the chassis to accomodate a bassinet, carrycot or newborn cocoon to make your newborn more secure with a firm yet flat surface. Other stroller model, commonly travel strollers feature seat units only making them suitable for little ones who have some neck control or can sit unsupported, which usually happens around 6 months old.