How Pushchair Altered My Life For The Better

Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

When you have twins, you'll require a double pushchair to get them from A to B. Our range comprises of twin pushchairs prams as well as double buggies with various configurations to suit your family needs.

Choose a stroller which can fold in one step, and easily put into your car. You may also want a lightweight design that's easy to navigate and manoeuvre, particularly if you have busy streets to traverse.

Side-by-Side

They are the most commonly used type of double pushchair, and can typically seat 2 children in a row. They tend to be wider than single pushchairs, meaning they are less agile on the sidewalk and can be a little tricky to navigate between kerbs when a car seat is attached. The extra size allows them to move more easily through doorways and also more evenly distributed, so it is easier to carry around on your back.

They can be used as a twin pram from birth and many models can be used with a carrycot and 2 car seats. Some models can be converted to one mode with a basket on the side (like the Cybex Venus).

One of the most impressive examples of this is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 which, in Twin Mode, allows you to put the rear seat and carrycot side-by-side. This allows you to create an enclosed twin space, which is perfect for babies. The pram comes with really cool accessories, like the newborn cocoons that can be positioned either facing toward the forward direction or in any direction (for twin-facing good prams). It's not as lightweight as other options but it is very well thought out.

Lightweight

Cybex is renowned for its innovative pushchairs, and the single-to-double isn't an exception. The frame can be expanded to accommodate a second seat. It is possible to use the pushchair as a twin from birth by adding two cocoons for babies for a total of PS59. These cocoons create lie-flat areas that are enclosed. The large shopping basket behind the seat lets it be used in mono mode for a single child. It comes with both front and rear suspensions which means it can take on bumps and uneven surfaces more easily. Our reviewers selected this car as their top pick.

Available in a variety stylish colors.

Tandem

If you plan to have twins you will need a tandem pushchair. This allows the children to sit together and look at each other. These are great for things such as visiting the zoo because the kids will be able to look at all the animals together. They're also ideal for parents who have to keep one eye on their toddler and the other on their baby since they can look at both of them at the same time.

Some tandem pushchairs offer ultra flexibility as they can convert back to single mode. This is especially useful for families with more than two children (or when your oldest child does not require an extra buggy). This will save you from having to store a buggy empty which can be expensive.

The Cybex Venus, for example can be used in double or mono mode. The frame can be expanded to accommodate an additional seat. It's not the lightest of pushchairs but it has an ample basket that can be set behind the front seat when in double mode or at the rear when in mono mode. The seats can either be set up so that they face one other or higher up to observe what the other is doing.

Other double tandem pushchairs, like the Joolz Geo 3 in 1 pram, are able to seat one above the other or side-by-side. The slim, sleek frame makes it easy to navigate through doorways and aisles of supermarkets. Certain models can be used on rough terrain, or for a jogging walk thanks to their large rear wheels and four-wheel suspension.

Another advantage of a tandem pushchair with car seat is that it can often use two carrycots or a car seat and a buggy seat. You can save money by establishing an overall travel system from the beginning and not making separate purchases. It's important to keep in mind that tandems can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs and may feel less stable when as you go over uneven surfaces. They also require dismantling in order to fit into cars.