Double Pushchair From Birth: A Simple Definition

Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth

A double pushchair is an excellent option if you enjoy long walks with your toddler and plan to have an additional child. There are plenty of options to choose from.

Most tandem buggies can adapt to a variety of configurations. Some tandem buggies come with reversible seating that allows siblings to be facing each other or even you.

Size

If you're buying a double pushchair from birth it's worth bearing in mind that they are generally larger than single buggies. This is why it's important to ensure that your chosen buggy can fit through your doors and can easily go up and down kerbs and steps.

Double strollers typically come in two basic forms: 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 converted into a single-to-double stroller with the addition of seats.

Most tandem buggies are designed with seats facing one another and offer multiple seat configurations, permitting your children to view each other when they ride. However, if your children are old enough to get along (or at the very least not fight over who has the most comfortable seat!) You may find that they're more comfortable sitting side by side rather than facing each other.

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 with an infant car seat so that it can grow with your family. iCandy comes with additional accessories, like fleece liners, which will ensure that your baby stays warm and cozy in their cocoons.

Egg2 is another great option for families that are growing. This sleek pushchair, which is popular among parents who are conscious of their appearance and want to look their best, can be used as a single stroller or a double stroller due to its adaptors, which allow you to add a seat or carrycot. It's not the most cost-effective double stroller, but it does have some unique features which set it apart from other strollers. One of these is an enormous basket that can be placed behind the seat when it's in the parent-facing mode.

Style

Thule double stroller buggies are usually larger and heavier. If you're planning to purchase one that you intend to be using for a long time take this into consideration. However, they do provide more storage space, usually with a bigger shopping basket. They also come with a child-facing seat, a sunshade that can be extended and a peekaboo window. They may also include seats that can recline independently. Some have an adjustable leg and foot rest which eases any discomfort that is caused from long walks or long periods of sitting.

Tandems and side-by-sides are the most well-known types of double buggy. Tandems have the children positioned on opposite sides and give them the same view and can aid in avoiding sibling fights about who sits where. But they're not 100% secure, and children may punch or kick each other while riding. The side-by-side model is more conventional, with two fixed seats mounted on a single wide stroller frame. They might not come with as many configurations and are best for babies who are able to sit on their own but do not need the back support offered by an infant car seat.

If you're looking for a light double from birth, our lab experts like the Cybex Venus. This innovative model can be transformed from mono to twin by expanding in width. It can be used to accommodate one or two infant seats and/or carrycots. The compact folding design features an ample shopping basket, rear and front suspension and a spacious shopping bag to ensure a smoother ride. The seats as well as the added RumbleSeat are padded and comfortable and come with adjustable leg and foot rests and generous UPF 50+ canopies that offer plenty of shade.

The Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 is a similar value product. It's a two-in-one pushchair, similar to the Venus. You can set it to meet your needs. It is compatible with one car seat for infants and can be paired with the Baby Jogger Glider Board for an additional passenger (though this limits the use to twins). The seat can recline independently and the City Mini GT2 has some of the most comfortable handling among double buggies. Testers reported that it was easy to maneuver between kerbs.

Comfort

The seat padding and the fabric are comfortable for both kids and adults, plus the UPF 50+ canopy is wide enough to give real shade and offers a cute peekaboo view. Our test participants also loved that the seat reclines at a variety of angles. The only issue with this model is that it's not nearly as compact as some models. However our lab experts stated that it was easy to open and close.

Double strollers are traditionally heavier, bulkier and more expensive than single buggies, but they're an essential investment for families with two kids who are similar in age (generally less than 4 years old). Choose a brand that will last for a long time and retain its value.

Tandem buggies were originally a single pushchair, however they come with adaptors that allow the addition of an additional seat or carrycot or (in certain situations) an automobile seat to the frame. Some are fixed doubles, while others - such as this one made by Leclerc can be converted to a side-by-side configuration when your children are old enough to be ready for it.

While a side-by-side is generally larger than other types of double buggy it is able to navigate up and down kerbs as the weight is distributed more evenly. It's not 100% safe to keep siblings from fighting. Children sharing the same seat could punch or kick one another while riding.

A front-facing tandem can be an excellent alternative to a side by side model for older children. It can also reduce the likelihood of sibling fights since your children aren't directly facing each other. Some kids may be a bit secluded in a tandem that faces forward, as they don't get the same perspective.

The egg2 is a sleek modern and contemporary product at an affordable price. Our testers liked how easy to push, but wished that it had more storage. They also wish the handlebars were more ergonomic. It's suitable for babies from birth, and can be used in twin mode as early as newborn, or as the combination of carrycot(s)/infant seats/car seat(s) for twins. It's also the most flexible of our double buggies, which is the reason it's been a MadeForMums favorite since 2009. It's not the least expensive double stroller available but it's reasonably priced and has excellent resale value.

Stores

If you have more than one child, a double pushchair from birth will make life much easier while out and about. There are a variety of double strollers, ranging from tandems to side by side in a variety of styles and colours. Before you purchase a product, you should consider your family's lifestyle and the features that are most important to you. Evaluating your requirements will help you to narrow down the possibilities and pick the best double buggy double pram for your needs.

A good double buggy is quick, easy to maneuver and should be lightweight. This is particularly crucial if you live within an urban environment where you'll need a double stroller that can navigate through busy streets and fit into narrow doors for shopping and lunch days out.

Many of the best double buggies come with suspension that softens the impact of bumps and uneven surfaces and also recline options for when your little one wants to take a snooze. Both seats should have adjustable foot and leg rests, a UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo window, and comfortable straps and buckles.

Another aspect to consider when choosing a double pushchair is how small it will fold when folded. Certain double buggies are able to be folded down to a compact size that is easy to carry and will fit in small spaces like cabinets. Some double buggies are designed to fold into an incredibly compact size that is easy to carry and can fit into small spaces such as cupboards.

If you're on a tighter budget, you can find some great value double buggy with car seat strollers that can be used. The Cybex Influencer for instance can be used as a single stroller or double stroller. It also has a basket under the seat when it is in the parent-facing position. It is light it folds flat and has a very high resale cost.

The UPPAbaby is an excellent option for families as it can fit two infant car seats and can be configured in various ways. It comes with reversible seats, so that your children can sit facing one another or the world, and it can also be fitted with a bassinet for newborns.