A pram is short for the term perambulator, which is essentially a stroller for a baby. Usually those in the UK refer to the stroller as either a pram or a baby carriage. These first became popular during the Victorian Era, and the typical pram was black with high wheels, consisted of a bed for the baby to lie in and a half cover, which could be used to protect the baby from overexposure to the sun.

One can still find examples of the classic pram in modern strollers. They may vary in color and fabric, and may also add the ability to adjust the bed so the child can either be lying down or seated. In fact, most prefer this adjustable ability in a pram since this extends the time the pram is useful.

Often the pram built on the old Victorian model is one of the more high-end strollers people can purchase. They may be used as much for status as for transporting a baby. A typical retro pram can cost about 600-700 US dollars (USD), whereas the average pram or stroller costs less than 200 USD. One can get even less expensive collapsible versions for less about 30 USD.

A newer type of pram, that tends to range in price from about 200-300 USD new, is the jogging stroller. This usually has high back wheels, and has one, instead of two wheels in the front. It can usually carry a child up to 60 pounds (27.21 kg) in weight and allows the person pushing it to either jog or walk quickly. Often one can find a double pram that can be used for jogging while pushing two children, either twins or children of different ages.

Because the weight bearing is on the back wheels of the jogging pram, it tends to be easier to maneuver and turn. However, a heavier child can make the pram a little harder to push and to turn. This is particularly the case when the weight is not evenly balanced, as with two different sized children in a double pram.

Some jogging strollers are excellent for rough terrain, allowing new moms or dads to quickly get back into shape after a pregnancy, or keep their commitment to fitness alive. Some prefer a more traditional pram, and slower walking with a child, as this gives one more opportunity for conversation, and also for observation of the child’s moods.