Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth
If you enjoy long walks with your toddler and are planning the birth of a second child using a double pushchair, it can simplify your family's life. There are a variety of options to choose from.
nipper double buggy of tandem buggies can be configured in a variety of ways. Some tandem buggies come with seats that are reversible, allowing siblings to be facing each other, or you.
Size
It's important to remember that double buggies tend to be larger than single buggies. This is why you must ensure that the buggy you select fits through your home's doorways and can easily maneuver up and down kerbs and steps.
Double strollers typically come in two main formats: tandem and side-by-side. Tandem buggies can be the best option for parents with twins. Side-by-side strollers are suitable for children of all ages and can be transformed into a single-to-double stroller by adding seats.
The majority of tandem buggies are constructed with seats facing one another and offer a variety of seat configurations permitting your children to view each other as they ride. If your children are close enough in age to be able to coexist (or at least not fight over who has the best seat!) You may find that they're more at ease sitting in a row instead of facing one another.
The iCandy Venus is a great option for families with twins, or younger siblings who require seating together. This attractive, affordable buggy can also be used in conjunction with an infant car seat, so it can grow along with your family. iCandy includes extra accessories, such as fleecy liners, to ensure that your infants stay warm and snug in their cocoons.
Egg2 is a great alternative for families who are growing. This stylish pushchair, which is popular among parents who are image-conscious and want to look their best, can be used as a single stroller or double stroller thanks to its adaptors that permit you to include a seat or carrycot. It's not the most cost-effective double stroller, but it has some unique features which make it stand out from the rest of the market. One of them is an enormous basket that can be placed behind the seat when it is in parent-facing mode.
Style
Most double buggies tend to be heavier and bulkier than single models, so bear this in mind if looking to purchase a model that will last for many years. They have more storage space, and a larger basket. These seats also come with a child-facing seat and a sunshade that could be extended, as well as a peekaboo window. They may also have seats that can recline independently. Some even come with an adjustable foot and leg rests which eases any discomfort that is caused by long walks or prolonged periods of sitting.
Tandems, side-by-sides and tandems are the most popular styles of double buggy. Tandems have the children positioned in a row and give them the same view and can help avoid sibling arguments about who sits where. However, they're still not completely safe, and children are able to punch or kick each on the other while they're riding. Side-by-sides are a classic format, with two fixed seats that are affixed to a single-wide stroller frame. They don't offer the same variety of options and are typically best for babies who are comfortable sitting unaided but don't need the back support of an infant car seat.
If you're looking for a light double from birth, our lab experts like the Cybex Venus. This model is cleverly designed to expand widthways to convert from mono to twin mode, taking either two or one carrycot or infant seats. It's also compact when folded and features a spacious shopping basket, as well as front and rear suspension for smoother travel. The seats which include the RumbleSeat, are padded and comfortable, as well as adjustable leg and footrests. They also come with a large UPF 50+ canopy that provides plenty of shade.
Another good-value choice is the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2. Like the Venus one, it's a side by side pushchair that is able to be configured to meet the needs of your family. It takes a single infant car seat, and you can add the Baby Jogger Glider Board for an additional passenger (though this limits the usability to twins). The seat can recline independently and the City Mini GT2 features some of the most fluid handling of double buggies, with users stating it's easy to maneuver up and down kerbs.
Comfort
The padding and fabric of the seat are suitable for children. Additionally the UPF 50+ canopy are long enough to offer shade, and also have the cute peekaboo feature. Our test participants also loved that the seat reclines at multiple angles. The only drawback is that the fold isn't as compact as other models, but our lab experts believe it can be opened and closed easily.
Double strollers are generally heavier and bulkier as well as costlier than single buggies, but they're a must-have for families with two children who are similar in age (generally less than 4 years old). They're likely to be used for a number of years, so choose an excellent brand that will last and will hold its value well.
Tandem buggies are initially one pushchair. They come with adaptors that let you add a second seat, carrycot, or (in certain cases) car seats to the frame. Some of them are fixed doubles, while others - such as this one made by Leclerc can be changed to a side-by-side arrangement when your children are old enough to be ready for it.
While a side-by-side is generally wider than other types of double buggy, it can be easier to maneuver between kerbs since the weight is distributed more evenly. However, it's not foolproof to avoid sibling fights; kids in the same seat could punch or kick one another while riding.
A front-facing tandem can be an alternative to a traditional side-by-side model for older children and may be less prone to sibling squabbles, as your children don't face each one another. Some children might feel left out when a tandem faces forward, as they don't get the same view.
The egg2 is a chic modern and contemporary product at a competitive price. Our test subjects loved how easy it was to push, but they would prefer it had more storage space and that the handlebars were more ergonomic. It's suitable for babies from birth, and can be used in twin mode from newborn, or as a combination of carrycot(s)/infant seats/car seat(s) for twins - it's the most flexible of our double buggies which is why it's been a MadeForMums favourite since 2009. It's not the most affordable double stroller on the market, but it is competitively priced and has excellent resale value.
Storage
A double pushchair will simplify life if you have more than one baby. There are a myriad of types of double strollers, from tandems to side by sides in a variety of styles and colours. But, you must consider your family's lifestyle and the features that are important to you before buying a new one. Evaluating your requirements will help you to narrow down the possibilities and pick the best double pram for you.
A good double buggy should be small and user-friendly. This is particularly important if you live in an urban environment where you will need a double pram that can navigate through busy streets and fit into narrow doorways for lunch runs or shopping days out.
A lot of the top double buggies come with suspension that will soften the impact of bumps and uneven surfaces, and recline features to help your child wants to take a snooze. It is also important that both seats have comfortable straps and buckles with adjustable foot and leg rests, UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows and seats that are reversible, so siblings can face each other or the world around them.
Another aspect to consider when choosing a double pushchair is how small it can be when folded. Some double buggies are designed to fold up into an incredibly compact size that is easy to carry and can fit into small spaces such as cupboards. Some double buggies are designed to fold into a compact size that is easy to carry and can fit into small spaces such as cupboards.
If you are on an extremely tight budget, you can still find double strollers at an affordable price. For instance the Cybex Influencer can be used as a single or double and comes with a basket that sits underneath the seat when facing towards parents. It is also light, folds flat, and has a huge resale potential.
The UPPAbaby is a great choice for families, as it can accommodate two infant car seats and can be configured in different ways. It can be set up with reversible seats, ensuring that your children can either face each other or the entire world. It can also be equipped with a bassinet that is for a newborn baby.