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Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller will be essential if you're expecting twins or have two children of similar ages. The best ones provide numerous ways for your children to ride with you, including side-by-side seating as well as a rider board attachment.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's favourite stroller. It can be adapted to your family's needs effortlessly. It can fit two infant car seats and a toddler seat. This makes it an excellent option for twins.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the best double stroller for families looking for a stylish, side-byside double stroller. It is a bit larger than other Bugaboo strollers however, it is solid and built to last. It comes with a handlebar that can be adjusted to extend and retract easily. It has a good reach, so my husband who is 6'1" can easily push it when he is fully loaded.
Seats are spacious, and can be set up in a way that one child is on top of the other or so that children are facing each one. They can also recline independently from one another. The canopies are large, covering both seat fabrics if desired. However, they don't provide adequate ventilation, so they could appear like a small oven on hot days. They also don't have a peek-a-boo window to see the children.
This stroller comes with an exclusive feature that allows it to grow with you and your family. It can convert from one seat (Mono Mode) to a double side by side stroller. It is the only double stroller convertible to do this. It can also be used in conjunction with an additional car seat or bassinet for infants.
It is easy to maneuver on smooth surfaces, and is able to handle steps and slopes well. It can be a challenge to maneuver through crowded eateries and shops. It is also difficult to fold up, especially when the seats are attached. It's still quite small, however, and is able to fit through most doors easily.
There is an additional storage bin that can be tucked away on the frame to the front seat in mono mode. This is ideal for groceries and other items. The main storage basket beneath the seats is large and can support up to 100 pounds, which is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is one of the top twin strollers for newborns. It is compatible with a range of bassinets and infant car seats (adapters sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller right out of the box. It can even accommodate two infant car seats or bassets simultaneously when you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
The V2 is a redesigned version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is now raised by half an inch, the footrest is bigger and the canopy comes with an additional fabric extension that zips out. The harness has also been modernized in that it does not need to be re-threaded. This makes it much easier to adjust.
The stroller has reasonably large wheels (8 inches in front and 11.5'' in the back) with a strong suspension, which means it is able to handle any terrain. The front wheels are made of rubber and are ideal for navigating gravel, rocks and cobblestones. While the rear wheels are more grippy to handle the grassy hills and sidewalks.
A child's bicycle can be attached to the front of a stroller. This is a great solution for parents who do not want to use a car seat. If you have an older child who is able to stand in the Vista, the Vista can also accommodate the third child using its piggyback ride-along board accessory.
Vista is a simple device to use. Vista is easy to use and install. However, it takes some time to get rid of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow and there's also a YouTube video available if you need more help.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 stroller is the latest version of this renowned all terrain stroller. It's designed to appeal to families who value style, sustainability and adventure. It comes with exciting upgrades including a built-in feet rest and a new reclining seat, which promises the best comfort for children on long walks and jogs. Its sleek, agile design increases its maneuverability.
strollers double www.pushchairsandprams.uk is incredibly light, making it easy to drive and quick to accelerate on the road. Its suspension is able to handle sudden changes in surfaces (like pavement to grass) easily and the large wheels provide ample traction even on the roughest of terrains. It can climb kerbs without trouble and it turns in tight spaces such as city streets with ease. Even small sidewalks and crowded parks are no problem for it.
While the brand new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it also retains the classic Thule characteristics that make it the ideal jogger for parents. It comes with a huge canopy that offers an excellent sun protection as well as a convenient peekaboo window a high-quality harness system, and an integrated handbrake with an incredibly tuned lever. It has plenty of storage space, including pockets in the seat and a large cargo bag that can hold up to 15 pounds.
This Thule jogger includes a bassinet that is suitable for strolling infants, and a double version that can fit two children. It also has car seat adapters, so you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also comes with an one-handed folding system to help you transport it or store. It's also a green option since it is made of solution-dyed fabric in its black and white color options.
Cortina Together
For the growing family, Cortina Together offers parents flexible seating options that can be adjusted to each child's individual needs and preferences. The double stroller's two standard stroller seats have reclining backrests and independent canopies. They're also designed to accept one of Chicco's #1-rated KeyFit or KeyFit 30 infant car seats in the front seat and rear seat (car seat sold separately) with the exclusive click-in attachment that eliminates the need for add-on bars and straps, like many other models need.
A padded 3-position handle comfortably can be used by dad or mom and a rear zipper access large basket provides ample storage space for your gear. The suspension and wheels of the tandem double stroller offer a smooth ride on any terrain. The one-touch linked rear breaks with toe-tap activated make stopping a breeze.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well in terms of ease of use. This metric is based on how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller and adjust the safety harness and open and close the snack tray, engage and deengage the brakes, lift and carry the stroller as if placing it in a trunk and for double strollers compatible, install and remove the infant car seat.
The model has a few flaws. First, it's heavy. It weighs in at 36.6 pounds when fully loaded and is closer to the extreme end of our metric than the average for this class of strollers. It also has a limited view when a car-seat is installed in the rear. The front tray release isn't always easy to use, particularly after prolonged usage. Despite these issues we still believe that this is a great stroller for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is an affordable, lightweight stroller that is ideal for families with two kids. Its front swivel lock wheels rotate to allow it to be maneuvered on flat surfaces and ensure stability on bumpy surfaces making it easy to get where you'd like to go. It comes with an umbrella that folds down compactly and can be closed in a matter of seconds. It can also stand upright to make transporting it easier. Its aluminum frame is light, foam handles and carrying strap make it one of the easiest-to-lift double strollers that we have tested.
This stroller has reclined seats that can be independently adjusted and foot rests to provide maximum comfort for both children. Its large canopy can provide UPF 50 sun protection. It includes a peekaboo window to allow for easy monitoring. We would like to have the canopy vented for more airflow. We also didn't like the fact that the cup holder is very high on the frame, meaning you'll need to bend down to access it.
In our tipping-test it was found that the Jeep was able to tip over at a 39-degree angle, which is more than the average for a double pram. It's also heavier than our top picks, but it does provide plenty of storage space for its price and has plenty of padding on the seats and handle.
This versatile stroller has three modes: wagon (just for things), jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses for kids) and car seat mode. It can accommodate a single infant car seat. However, pediatricians suggest that you wait until your child is 6 months old before you run with them. It is available in black with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters is a parenting and outdoor journalist who has written about travel, shopping, tech, food and parenting for more than a decade, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Forbes. She currently lives in San Francisco with her husband and twin daughters who are 2 years old.