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Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth

If you enjoy long walks with your toddler and are planning an additional child, a double pushchair can simplify your family life. There are plenty of options to choose from.

Most tandem buggies can be configured in a variety ways. Some tandem buggies feature seats that can be reversed to allow siblings to be facing each other or even you.

Size

If you're purchasing a double pushchair right from the start, it's important to keep in mind that these are usually larger than single buggies. This is why it's important to ensure that the buggy you select is able to pass through your doors and is able to easily move between kerbs and steps.

Double strollers are available in two styles: tandem and side-by-side. Tandem buggies are a good option for parents of twins, while side-byside strollers can be used with children of different ages. They often transform into single-to-double pushchairs, by adding an extra seat or carrycot to the frame.

Most tandem buggies come with seats that face each other and come in multiple configurations. This lets your children observe each other while riding. If your children are of the same age, they may be able to coexist or at least not argue over who gets the best seats. You may discover that they're more comfortable sitting in a row instead of facing one another.

The iCandy Venus is a great option for families with twins or younger siblings that require seating together. This stylish, budget-friendly buggy can also be used in conjunction with an infant car seat so that it can grow along with your family. To ensure that your infants are warm and cozy in their cocoons, iCandy includes extra accessories that rival brands charge separately, such as fleecy liner.

Egg2 is a different option for families that are growing. This stylish stroller is a favourite among image-conscious parents, and it can be used as a single or as a double due to its movable frame with adaptors to add seats or a carrycot. It's not the least expensive double stroller available, but it does have some unique characteristics that differentiate it from competitors, including the large shopping basket that can be placed behind the seat when it is in parent-facing mode.

Style

Double buggies are generally heavier and bulkier. If you plan to buy one that you intend to use for several years be aware of this. However, they do offer more storage space, often with a bigger basket for shopping. These seats are also equipped with a parent facing seat as well as a sunshade which can be extended and an open window. They might also have seats that can recline independently. Some even come with an adjustable foot and leg rests, which helps with any discomfort caused by long walks or extended periods of sitting.

Tandems and side-by-sides are the most popular styles of double buggy. Tandems are designed to have the children placed in a row and give them the same view and can help avoid sibling arguments over who should sit where. However, they're still not foolproof, and kids can kick or punch each other while riding. Side-by-side is more conventional and has two fixed seats positioned on a single, wide stroller frame. They don't offer as many configurations and are typically best for babies who are comfortable sitting unaided but don't yet need the back support of a car seat.

If you're looking for a lightweight double from birth our lab experts recommend the Cybex Venus. This innovative model can be transformed from mono to twin by expanding in width. It can accommodate one or two infant seats and/or carrycots. It's also compact when folded, and features a spacious shopping basket and rear and front suspensions for smoother travel. The seats as well as the added RumbleSeat are cushioned and comfortable, with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as generous UPF 50+ canopies that provide plenty of shade.

Another great option is the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2. It's a side by side pushchair, just like the Venus. You can configure it to meet your needs. It can accommodate a single infant car seat, and you can add the Baby Jogger Glider Board for a third passenger (though this limits the use to twins). The seat can be reclined independently, and the City Mini GT2 features some of the most fluid handling among double buggies, with test drivers reporting it's easy to move between kerbs.

Comfort

The padding and fabric of the seat are comfortable for children. Additionally the UPF 50+ canopy are long enough to provide shade and the cute peekaboo feature. Our test subjects also liked that the seat reclines at various angles. The only issue is that the fold isn't as compact as some other models, but our lab experts believe it is easy to open and close.

Double buggies weigh more, are bulkier and more expensive, however they are ideal for families who have 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 the best brand you can expect to last and will hold its value well.

Tandem buggies are originally a single pushchair, but they have adaptors which allow you to add an extra seat or carrycot or (in certain instances) the car seat to the frame. double tandem pushchair are fixed doubles but others, like this one by Leclerc, can be converted to a side-byside configuration once your children reach the age of.

A side-byside double buggy is usually larger than other types, but it is easier to maneuver over kerbs as the weight is distributed more evenly. It's not a guarantee to keep siblings from fighting. Children in the same seat could punch or kick one another while riding.

A front-facing tandem is an alternative to a side-by-side model for older children and may be less prone to squabbles between siblings since your children don't face each the other. It's important to note that some kids may feel isolated or lonely in a front-facing tandem, since they don't have the same view of their surroundings.

The egg2 has a sleek modern design and attractive price tag. Our test subjects loved how easy it is to push, but wished it had more storage and that the handlebars were a little more comfortable. It's suitable from birth, and can be used in twin mode from newborn or in 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 is not the cheapest double buggy on the market but it has a competitive price and excellent resale.

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A double pushchair will simplify life when you have more than one baby. There are a variety of double strollers, from tandems to side by side in various styles and colours. However, you should consider your family's needs and what features are important to you prior purchasing a product. By assessing your needs you will be able to narrow your choices and select the most appropriate double pram.

A quality double buggy should be agile and easy to maneuver. It should be light. This is especially crucial if you live within an urban area where you'll need a double stroller that can navigate through busy streets and fit into narrow doorways for lunch runs or shopping days out.

Many of the best double buggies come with suspension that will soften the impact of bumps and uneven surfaces, and recline features to help your child is looking to sleep. It is also crucial that both seats come with straps and buckles that are comfortable, built-in adjustable leg and foot rests UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out and seats that can be reversible so siblings can face one another or the world around them.

When you are choosing a double stroller it is important to consider how compact the stroller can fold when folded. Certain double buggies are able to be folded down to a compact size that's easy to carry, and fit into small spaces like cabinets. Others may be slightly bulkier but they will be easy to transport and store.

If you are on the tight end of your budget, you can find double strollers at an affordable price. For example, the Cybex Influencer can be used as a single or a double, and it comes with a basket that is placed under the seat in parent-facing mode. It's also light and folds flat, and has a great resale value.


The UPPAbaby is a fantastic option for families as it can accommodate two infant car seats and can be configured in different ways. It comes with reversible seats to allow your children to face one another or the world, and it can also be fitted with a bassinet that is suitable for newborns.

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