Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth

If you love long walks with your toddler and you are planning a second child, a double pushchair can simplify your family life. Luckily there are many choices to choose from.

The majority of tandem buggies can be configured in a variety of ways. Some tandem buggies have reversible seating that allows siblings to sit facing one another, or you.

Size

If you're considering purchasing a double pushchair at birth, it's worth bearing in mind that they're usually bigger than single buggies. That's why you need to ensure that your chosen buggy fits through your home's doors and can easily go through kerbs, and up and down steps.

Double strollers are available in two main designs: tandem and side by side. Tandem buggies are an ideal option for parents with twins. Side-by-side strollers are ideal for children of all ages, and can be transformed into a single-to-double stroller with the addition of seating.

Most tandem buggies are designed with the seats facing one another. They also provide a variety of seat configurations, permitting your children to view each other as they ride. However, if your children are old enough to be able to coexist (or at least not argue over who gets the most comfortable seat!) you might discover that they're more comfortable in a row instead of facing one another.

The iCandy Venus is a great option for families with twins or children who need to sit together. This beautiful, affordable buggy can also be used in conjunction with an infant car seat so it can grow with your family. To make sure your newborns are warm and cozy in their cocoons iCandy includes additional accessories that competitors charge separately, such as fleecy liner.

Another great option for growing families is the Egg2. This stylish pushchair is a favourite among image-conscious parents, and it can be used as a single unit or in a double thanks to its flexible frame with adaptors to fit seats or a carrycot. It's not the most cost-effective double stroller, but it has certain unique features that make it stand out from the rest of the market. One of them is the large basket that is placed behind seat when in parent-facing mode.

Style

Double buggies tend to be larger and heavier. If you are planning to purchase a buggie that you intend to use for several years, keep this in mind. They do come with more storage space, and a larger basket. These seats also come with a seat that faces the parent as well as a sunshade which can be extended, and a peekaboo window. They may also have seats that recline independently. Some even have a built-in adjustable foot and leg rests, which helps with any discomfort that is caused from long walks or long periods of sitting.

The most popular double buggy styles include side-by-sides and tandems. Tandems are designed with the children seated side-byside, giving them the same view. This can help avoid sibling fights over seating. They're not foolproof. Children may still punch or kick each other when they ride. Side-by-sides are a more traditional format, with two fixed seats assembled on the same frame of a stroller. They might not have the same number of configurations and are typically recommended for infants who are comfortable sitting unaided but don't yet need the back support of an infant car seat.

If you're looking to purchase a light double from birth, our lab experts like the Cybex Venus. This model is cleverly designed to expand widthways in order to change from mono to twin pushchairs mode, and can accommodate either two or more carrycots and/or infant seats. The compact folding design comes with a large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and a large shopping bag for a more comfortable ride. The seats include the RumbleSeat are padded, comfortable, and have adjustable foot and leg rests. They also have a large UPF 50+ canopy, which provides plenty of shade.

Another good-value choice is the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2. It's a side by side pushchair that's similar to the Venus. It is possible to configure it to suit your needs. It is compatible with only one infant car seat, and you can add the Baby Jogger Glider Board for an additional passenger (though this limits the use to twins). The seat can be reclined independently and the City Mini GT2 features some of the most agile handling among double buggies with test drivers reporting it's a breeze to manoeuvre up and down kerbs.

Comfort

The fabric and padding of the seat are comfortable for kids. Additionally, the UPF 50+ canopy are long enough to offer shade and the cute peekaboo feature. The seat reclines in multiple positions, too, which our testers appreciated. The only drawback to this model is that it's not quite as compact as other models. However, our lab experts said it opened and closed easily.

Double strollers are typically heavier and bulkier, as well as more expensive than single buggies. However, they're a great investment for families with two kids that are close in age (generally less than 4 years old). They're likely to be used for several years, so you should choose an excellent brand that will last and which will retain its value for a long time.

Tandem buggies begin as a single pushchair and have adapters that let you add an additional seat, carrycot or (in some instances) car seats to the frame. Some are fixed doubles, however others - such as this one from Leclerc can be converted to a side-by-side configuration when your children are ready for it.

Although a side-by-side is typically wider than other types of double buggy It can be a bit easier to navigate through kerbs, as the weight is spread more evenly. It's not a guarantee to keep siblings from fighting. Children in the same seat can kick or punch one another while riding.

A front-facing tandem can be an alternative to a side-byside model for older kids and is less susceptible to sibling squabbles, as your children aren't facing each one another. Some children might feel excluded in a tandem that faces forward, as they don't get the same perspective.

The egg2 is a chic modern and contemporary product at a competitive price. Our test participants liked how simple it was to push, but they wished it had more storage. They also wanted the handlebars were more ergonomic. It is suitable for babies and can be used as a twin strollers for newborns stroller starting at the time of birth. It's not the most affordable double car seat stroller stroller on the market, but it is competitively priced and has a high potential for resales.

Stores

A double pushchair will simplify your life for parents with more than one child. There are a variety of double strollers on the market from tandems to side-bysides in different styles and colours. However, you should consider your family's needs and the features that are important to you prior purchasing a product. By evaluating your needs and preferences, you can narrow your choices and select the best double pram.

A quality double buggy should be agile, easy to maneuver and should be lightweight. This is particularly important when you live in a city area where you require a double-buggy that can navigate busy streets and fit through doorways that are narrow for to the shops or for lunch runs.

Most of the best double buggies come with suspensions to cushion the impact of bumps and uneven surfaces. They also have recline functions to allow your child to take a nap. Both seats should have adjustable foot and leg rests, a UPF 50+ canopy, with peekaboo window, and comfortable straps and buckles.

When you are choosing a double twin stroller side by side take into consideration the size of the pushchair that it can be when folded. Some double buggies are designed to fold down into smaller sizes that are easy to carry and fit into small spaces such as cupboards. Some double buggies are designed to fold up into a compact size that is easy to carry and can fit into small spaces such as cupboards.

If you have a smaller budget there are great value double strollers that can do the job. For example, the Cybex Influencer can be used as a single or double and includes an under-seat basket that can be placed underneath the seat in parent-facing mode. It is also light, folds flat, and has a great resale value.

The UPPAbaby is an excellent option for families because it can fit two infant car seats and be set up in a variety of ways. It has reversible seats so that your children can sit facing one another or the world, and it can also be equipped with a bassinet that is suitable for newborns.