I'm de-lurking in the hope that people with lots more baby/pram experience than me can help! This is harder than buying a car
(and almost as expensive!!)
I'm expecting DC1 in 5 months time. DH and I have done some research as to what we think we want pram-wise and we're trying to draw up a shortlist of models to go and try out next time we can get to a big town/city with actual pram shops.
Our requirements are:
-Under £650 for the pushchair and lie flat carrycot (a family member has very kindly offered to buy this for us)
-4 wheels
-Good on pavements but also good in not too bumpy off road environments (forest paths/footpaths/bridleways/back lanes, not v v uneven tracks/hill walking - for that we plan to use a baby carrier). We live in a rural location but most of the paths around us are pretty good.
-Decent suspension/smooth ride
-Would quite like tyres that don't puncture
-Pushchair to be parent and outward facing
-Decent size basket
-Ideally robust enough to last if we are lucky enough to have a second baby
Size when folded isn't important as we have cavernous car boots and plenty of porch space.
Weight isn't particularly important. I'm used to lugging heavy stuff around and on really long weekend walks DH will be there too so we can take turns.
Does anyone have any suggestions for makes/models? Have we missed anything vital???
Any input would be massively appreciated!