7 Easy Tips For Totally Moving Your Double Pushchair From Birth
Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth
A double pushchair is an excellent option for those who enjoy long walks with your toddler and you are planning to have another child. There are many options available.
Most tandem buggies can be configured in a variety ways. For instance, some come with reversible seats that let siblings face one another or the other.
Size
If double pushchairs considering purchasing a double pushchair at birth, it's important to keep in mind that these are usually larger than single buggies. It is important to ensure that the buggy is able to fit into the doors of your home and be capable of easily moving across stairs and kerbs.
Double strollers tend to come in two different styles that are tandem and side-by-side. Tandem buggies can be a good choice for parents with twins. Side-by-side strollers are ideal for children of all ages and can be converted into a single-to-double stroller with the addition of a seat.
Most tandem buggies are designed with the seats facing one another and provide a variety of seat configurations, permitting your children to view each other when they ride. If your children are of similar ages, they may be able to coexist or at least not fight over who has the most comfortable seats. You may discover that they're more at ease sitting side by side rather than facing each other.
A great option for families with twins or younger siblings that need to sit side by side is the iCandy Venus. This stylish and affordable buggy also has the added bonus of being able to carry an infant car seat too and expand with your family. To ensure that your infants are snuggly and warm in their cocoons, iCandy also include additional accessories that competitors cost separately, such as fleecy liner.
Egg2 is a great alternative for families growing. This sleek pushchair is a popular choice for image-conscious parents. It can be used as a single unit or in a double thanks to its versatile frame with adaptors for adding a seat or a carrycot. It's not the cheapest double stroller, but it has some unique features which make it stand out from the rest of the market. One of these is an enormous basket that can be placed behind seat when in the parent-facing position.
Style
Double buggies are heavier and bulkier than single buggies, so bear this in mind when planning on buying one that will last for many years. However, they offer more storage space, often with a bigger shopping basket. These seats are also equipped with a child-facing seat as well as a sunshade which can be extended and an open window. They may also have seats that recline independently. Some models include an adjustable leg and foot rest that can be adjusted to ease any discomfort that is caused by long walking or prolonged periods of sitting.
Side-by-sides, and tandems are the most popular styles of double buggy. Tandems are designed to have the children seated side-by-side, giving them the same view. This helps avoid sibling rivalries over seating. They're not foolproof, and children are still able to punch or kick one another while riding. Side-by-sides are a classic model, featuring two fixed seats that are affixed to a single-wide stroller frame. They don't offer as many configurations and are typically ideal for babies who have mastered sitting without assistance 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 clever model expands widthways to convert from mono to twin mode, taking either two or one carrycot or infant seats. The compact folding design comes with a large shopping basket, rear and front suspension, and a spacious shopping bag to ensure a smoother ride. The seats and the add-on RumbleSeat are padded and comfortable, with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests and generous UPF 50+ canopies that offer plenty of shade.
Another great option is the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2. It's a side by side pushchair that's similar to the Venus. You can set it to meet your needs. It is compatible with one car seat for infants, and you can add the Baby Jogger Glider Board for the third person (though this limits the usability to twins). The seat can be reclined independently and the City Mini GT2 features some of the most nimble handling among double buggies with users stating it's easy to move between kerbs.
Comfort
The padding and fabric of the seat are both comfortable for children. Additionally the UPF 50+ canopies are large enough to provide shade, and also have the cute peekaboo feature. Our test subjects also liked that the seat reclines at a variety of angles. The only drawback to this model is that it isn't quite as compact as other models. However, our lab experts said it was easy to open and close.
Double buggies are heavier, bulkier and more expensive but they're an excellent investment for families who have two children of similar age (generally younger than 4 years old). Choose a brand that is designed to last for a long time and retain its value.
Tandem buggies start life as a single pushchair and have adapters that let you add another seat, a carrycot, or (in certain cases) car seats to the frame. Some are fixed doubles but others, such as this one made by Leclerc can be converted into a side-by-side layout once your children reach the age of.
A side-by-side double buggy usually larger than other types, but it is easier to maneuver over kerbs because the weight is distributed more evenly. It's not 100% safe to keep siblings from fighting. Children sharing the same seat can kick or punch each other while riding.
A front-facing tandem could be a good alternative to a side-by-side model for older children. It also decreases the likelihood of sibling fights since your children aren't directly facing each other. It's important to note that some kids may feel left out or isolated when they're in a front-facing tandem since they don't have the same view of their surroundings.
The egg2 is a sleek modern and contemporary product at an affordable price. Our testers liked how easy to push, but they wished it had more storage. They also wished the handlebars were more ergonomic. It's suitable from birth, and can be used in twin mode from newborn or in the combination of carrycot(s)/infant seats or car seat(s) for twins - it's the most flexible of our double buggies which is the reason 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 a high resale value.
Storage
A double pushchair will simplify life if you have more than one child. There are many different types of double strollers, ranging from tandems to side by sides with a variety of styles and colors. Before purchasing, you should think about your family's needs and the features that are most important to you. The process of assessing your needs will allow you narrow down your choices and choose the best double pram for you.
A good double buggy should be light and user-friendly. This is especially important if you live in an urban area where you'll need an extra pram to tackle busy streets and fit into narrow doorways for shopping and lunch days out.
A lot of the top double buggies have suspension that softens the impact of bumps and uneven surfaces, and also recline features for when your little one is looking to sleep. It is also essential that both seats are fitted with straps and buckles that are comfortable with adjustable foot and leg rests and UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows and seats that can be reversible to allow siblings to face each other or the world around them.
Another factor to consider when deciding on a double pushchair is how compact it will fold when folded. Some double buggies are designed to fold up into a compact size that is easy to carry and will fit in small spaces like cupboards. Double buggies are made to fold into a compact size that is easy to carry and will fit into small spaces, such as cupboards.
If you're on a tighter budget to work with there are excellent double strollers at a reasonable price that will do the job. The Cybex Influencer is one example can be used as a single stroller or double stroller. It also comes with a basket under the seat when the child is facing it. It is also light, folds flat and has a huge resale potential.
The UPPAbaby Vista is a good choice for families as it can be configured with various seating arrangements and can accommodate two infant car seats. It comes with reversible seats so your children can face each other or the world and it can be equipped with a bassinet that is suitable for newborns.