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Buy the SUV or Rolls Royce?
by Jennifer Dhanaraj

THE CABIN PRAM (1)


Babyzen Yoyo, $759 It took me at least five tries to fold this baby buggy successfully.

I struggled to fold the pram while holding my baby, so the staff advised me that it's better to place him in the seat first.A fter tugging, juggling and pressing multiple buttons, the pram folded into a nice small package, small enough for cabin luggage.

Unfolding was a lot easier. Press a button, hold the handle and flick the pram. Abracadabra optional. Available at Mums & Babes.

THE ROLLS ROYCE (2)


Silver Cross Surf, $1,199 The large size of this pram should have scared me, but it was love at first sight. The seat felt luxurious - I almost envied my sack of rice.

Before folding the pram, I had to remove the seat by pressing a few buttons. That was easy. I could also put my baby into the removed-seat before folding the pram.

Not having to hold your baby may be a bonus, but this pram can take up to five minutes to fold.

Available at Mothercare.

THE SUV (3)

Babyjogger City Mini, $599 My favourite. It required only a few steps and my baby was still intact after my first try - a good thing.

All I had to do was pull one of the handles and it folded into half.

It was still bulky, but given how quick and easy it was to fold and unfold, it's something I can overlook.

Available at Mothercare.

THE LIGHT ONE (4)

Maclaren Quest, $269 Another one-handed-folder, albeit one that's slightly more difficult than the Babyjogger.

I had to lift a red lever at the bottom of the pram, then step on another at the side.

Unfortunately, the pram doesn't collapse automatically, so it's up to you to make sure it's folded properly.

But it's certainly light and convenient enough for public transport.

Available at Baby Hyperstore at 69, Kaki Bukit Avenue 1.


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Photos:(Mothercare, Baby HyperStore, Mums & Babes)

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