The Little-Known Benefits Of Pushchair
Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin
You'll need a double stroller to take your twins from one place to B. Our range comprises of twin prams as well as double buggies with various configurations to suit your family requirements.
Choose a stroller which can fold in one step and then easily tucked away into your boot. You might also want an ultra-lightweight design, particularly if you're tackling busy high streets.
Side-by-Side
This is the most commonly used double pushchair travel system. It usually seats two children side-by-side. They tend to be wider than single pushchairs, meaning they're less agile on the sidewalk and can be a little tricky to navigate up and down the kerbs with a car attached. However the extra width does mean that they're often a lot more comfortable to maneuver through doorways and are distributed more evenly making them more comfortable to carry around on your back.
Many models are able to be used as twin prams and will take a carrycot, or two car seats. Some models can be converted into a single mode, with a basket beside (like the Cybex Venus).
One of the most excellent examples of this is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 which, in Twin Mode, allows you to place the rear seat and a carrycot side by side. This creates a fully enclosed space for twins and is ideal for newborns. This pram newborn is also equipped with a couple of very cool accessories, including newborn cocoons which can be put on face either way (for twin-facing prams) or facing forwards (for a normal single). It is not as lightweight like other options, but it's really cleverly constructed.
Lightweight
Cybex is a brand known for its innovation and this pushchair converts to a single is no exception. The clever frame can be expanded to accommodate an additional seat and can be used it as a twin from birth by incorporating the addition of two infant cocoons (PS59 each) that provide enclosed, lie-flat areas for babies. The large basket of shopping behind the seat allows it to be used in mono mode for one child. It also has a rear and front suspensions to take on bumps and uneven surfaces more easily. Our reviewers chose this car as their top choice.
Available in a variety of stylish colors.
Tandem
If you're planning to have twins, you should consider a tandem pushchair that permits the children to be seated close to each other and look at each other. They are great for trips to the zoo as the children can look at the animals together. They are also ideal for parents who want to monitor both their toddler and baby at the same time.
Some tandem pushchairs offer ultra flexibility since they can be converted back to single mode. This is particularly useful if you plan to have more children than two (or when your oldest child doesn't require a buggy any longer). This will save you from having to store an empty buggy which can be costly.
For instance for instance, the Cybex Venus can be used in mono or double mode and has a smart frame that can be expanded to accommodate an extra seat. It's not the lightest pushchair, but it has an ample basket that can be set behind the front seat when in double mode or in the back when it's in mono mode. The seats can either be placed in a way that they face each other or higher up to be able to see what the other is doing.
Double tandem pushchairs, like the Joolz Geo 3, are capable of seating one over the other or side by side. They feature a sleek, compact frame that makes them easy to maneuver through doors and aisles of supermarkets, and some models can also be used as a jogging stroller or on rough terrain due to a four-wheel suspension and large rear wheels.
Another benefit of a tandem pushchair is that it can include two carrycots, or a car seat, and buggy seat. This allows you to build a travel system right from the outset and save money on additional purchases. It's worth remembering, however, that tandems are heavier and longer than single pushchairs and may feel less stable when in bumping into kerbs or over uneven surfaces. They also need dismantling in order to fit into cars.