Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth

If you enjoy long walks with your toddler and are considering having an additional child, a double pushchair will simplify family life. Luckily there are many options to choose from.

The majority of tandem buggies are set up in a variety of ways. Some tandem buggies feature seats that are reversible, allowing siblings to face each other, or you.

Size

If you're considering purchasing a double pushchair from birth it's important to remember 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 come in two main designs that are tandem and side-by-side. Tandem buggies are the best option for parents with twins. Side-by-side strollers are suitable for children of all ages and can be converted to a double-sized stroller by adding a seat.

Most tandem buggies have seats that face one another and come in various configurations. This lets your children be able to see each other while riding. If your children are old enough to get along (or at least not fight over who gets the best seat!) then you may find that they're more comfortable sitting in a row instead of facing one another.

A great choice for families with twins or younger siblings who require to be seated side-by-side is the iCandy Venus. 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 cozy and warm in their cocoons, iCandy also comes with additional accessories that other brands charge separately, such as fleecy lines.

Another option for growing families is the Egg2. This sleek pushchair, which is popular with parents who are image-conscious, can be used either as an individual stroller or as a double stroller because of its adaptors that permit you to add a seat or a carrycot. It's not the most affordable double stroller, however it does come with certain unique features that set it apart from other strollers. One of them is a large basket that sits behind the seat when it is in the parent-facing mode.

Style

Double buggies are generally larger and heavier. If you're planning to purchase one that you will keep for a long period of time be aware of this. They do have more storage space and a bigger basket. They typically also come with seats that are facing the parents, with an extendable sunshade and peekaboo window, as well with seats that recline independently. Some have an adjustable foot and leg rests which eases any discomfort that is caused by long walks or extended periods of sitting.

The most popular double buggy styles are side-bysides and tandems. Tandems are designed to have the children sitting side-by-side and sharing the same view. This can prevent sibling fights over where to sit. However, they're still not foolproof, and kids 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 one frame for a stroller. They may not have as many configurations and are ideal for infants that can sit unassisted but do not require the back support provided by an infant car seat.

If you're looking for a light double from birth, our lab experts like the Cybex Venus. This clever model expands widthways in order to change from mono to twin mode, and can accommodate either one or two carrycots and/or infant seats. It's also compact when folded, and has a large shopping basket and front and rear suspension for a more comfortable ride. The seats and the add-on RumbleSeat are comfortable and padded, with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as generous UPF 50+ canopies that provide plenty of shade.

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 is another good value option. It's a side by side pushchair that's similar to the Venus. You can set it to meet your needs. It takes a single infant car seat, and you can add the Baby Jogger Glider Board for a third passenger (though this limits the usability to twins). The seat reclines independently, and the City Mini GT2 has some of the most comfortable handling among double buggies. Testers noted that it was easy to move through kerbs and up and down.

Comfort

The fabric and padding of the seat are suitable for children. Additionally the UPF 50+ canopies are long enough to offer shade and the cute peekaboo feature. Our test participants also loved that the seat reclines at multiple angles. The only issue with this model is that it's not quite as compact as other models. However our lab experts stated that it was easy to open and close.

Double buggies are larger, heavier and more expensive but they're a great investment for families who have two children who are similar in age (generally less than 4 years old). They're also likely to be used for a number of years, so choose an excellent brand that will last and which will retain its value.

Tandem buggies are initially a single pushchair and have adaptors that let you add an additional seat, carrycot, or (in certain cases) car seats to the frame. Some are fixed doubles but others, like this one made by Leclerc, can be converted to a side-byside configuration once your children reach the age of.

While a side-byside is generally wider than other double buggy types it is able to maneuver up and down kerbs as the weight is spread more evenly. It's not 100% safe to keep siblings from fighting. Children sharing a seat may punch or kick one another while riding.

A front-facing tandem could be an ideal alternative to a traditional side-by-side model for older children. It can also reduce the possibility of sibling rivalries as your kids are not directly in front of each other. It's important to remember that some kids may feel lonely or disengaged in a front-facing tandem because they don't have the same view of their surroundings.

The egg2 is sleek, modern design and an attractive price. Our test subjects loved how easy it is to push, but wished it had more storage and that the handlebars were more comfortable. It's suitable from birth and can be used as a twin stroller starting at newborn. It's not the most affordable double travel buggy buggy on the market however it is competitive in price and excellent selling.

Storage

If you have more than one child having a double pushchair from birth will make your life easier when out and about. There are a variety of double strollers out there from tandems to side-by-sides and tandems in different colors and styles. Before purchasing, you should think about your family's needs as well as the features that are most important to you. By assessing your requirements, you can narrow down your options and choose the best double pram.

A great double buggy needs to be small and easy to use. This is particularly important for those who live in a city area where you need a double buggy that can maneuver through busy streets and fit through doorways that are narrow to go shopping or on lunch runs.

Most of the best double buggies come with suspensions to cushion the impact of bumps and uneven surfaces. They also come with recline functions to let your child to take a nap. It is also important that both seats come with comfortable straps and buckles, built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows, and seats that can be reversible to allow siblings to face one another or the world around them.

Another factor to consider when deciding on a double pushchair is how small it can be when folded. Certain 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. double pram pushchair buggies are made to fold down into a compact size that is easy to carry and can fit in small spaces like cupboards.

If you have a smaller budget to work with There are great value double strollers that can do the job. For example the Cybex Influencer can be used as a single to double buggy (you can check here) or double, and it comes with an under-seat basket that can be placed underneath the seat in parent-facing mode. It's lightweight, folds flat, and comes with a high resale value.

The UPPAbaby is an excellent choice for families, as it can be used to accommodate two infant car seats and be configured in a variety of ways. It can be set up with reversible seats, so that your children can either face each other or the entire world. It is also equipped with a bassinet for newborns.