Twin Pushchair: It s Not As Difficult As You Think
Buying a Twin Pushchair From Birth
A sleek and stylish pushchair that expands into a twin with one click. In twin mode the frame is a little shorter, but it still has room for a basket in front of each seat or carrycot. It can also take two car seats or carrycots based on the age of your children.
The Venus comes with a baby Cocoon that provides a lie-flat, world-facing environment for infants. The UPPAbaby team has even tweaked the design to allow you attach two cocoons together.
Easy to manoeuvre
One of the most used baby products after car seats twin pushchairs will be the baby's home for quite some time so it's essential that it's easy to manoeuvre. Our home-based testers loved the Roma Gemini for this - it's light, folds tiny and has excellent steering. It comes with lots of extras that other brands will charge separately.
The Silver Cross Wave is another ideal choice for twins or siblings with different ages since it's designed to accommodate two seats and car seats (it is also able to be used with two carrycots in mono mode). The clever frame expands its width when you're required to use the double pushchair sale seat, yet maintains a single footprint in mono mode so it's much easier to navigate narrow spaces rather than side-byside buggies.
In addition to the fact that it looks great and has lots of extras the test group found that this model stood out due to its simplicity of use. It's got a clever fold that is a single-click and it's also compatible with a lot of car seats, so you can simply take them out and go. It's a bit long when it's in best lightweight double stroller mode but you can buy a "sidepack" for PS45 to make it smaller.
Convenient storage
If you have more than one child A twin pushchair from birth with a convenient and easily accessible storage space will help you keep things well-organized. Choose a model with an ample basket beneath to store all the additional accessories, such as baby changing mats, rain covers and nappy bags. It's also a good idea to include an eating tray and a cup holder, so that you don't have to reach behind your child for drinks or snacks when they are hungry.
Tandem twin pushchairs that have one seat in the front make great for children of different ages, but they can be more difficult to maneuver through tight spaces. The CYBEX Gazelle S and Silver Cross Wave offer the best double stroller tandem options for twins, while the Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double is more budget-friendly and can take two infant car seats or bassinets in double mode.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is an amazing twin stroller starting at birth. It can be used with two infant car seats or carrycots in double-mode (you can also include the UPPAbaby piggyBack board to make it suitable for three kids). In single-seat mode, it comes with plenty of storage space too, as well as a large under-seat storage basket that's big enough for bags of shopping. It comes with a large canopy for exceptional protection from the sun or rain and it's also simple to monitor your children with the clever peekaboo hoods.
It is comfortable for both babies and toddlers.
The most effective twin pushchairs from birth are designed to ensure both children are at ease during strolls. Be sure to look for padded seats with recline features, as well as adjustable bar for the calf. These features will allow your child to stretch and relax or stand straight to observe their environment.
It is also recommended to look for twin strollers with one handlebar, which makes it easier to steer the stroller one-handed. This will allow you to navigate busy shopping streets and negotiate tight turns. Some double buggies come with two handlebars but this can be harder to control and could require both hands to push.
Some twin pushchairs can accommodate different combinations of infant car seats and carrycots so you can adapt the stroller as your baby grows. For example the Peach 7 offers two world-facing seats suitable from birth, a comfortable parent-facing carrycot as well as a toddler seat, making it a great choice for siblings of varying age.
Other alternatives include the UPPAbaby Vista 2 which can be used with twins or a toddler and a baby or even three children by attaching the UPPAbaby PiggyBack board. It has a super-slim frame that makes it easy to use in lightweight double pushchair mode and can be folded down for easy transport.
Tandem buggies are a great alternative for twins and provide an appearance that is more sleek than side-by-side models. One seat is cushioned and reclines to a full-angle for infants and the other is more upright and suitable for toddlers. Some can be converted into one stroller by removing the seat in the front. They can be tricky to connect to public transport and may not be as sturdy as a single pushchair when travelling across kerbs.
Some models are able to fold smaller than others, which could be a good thing if you're low on storage space at home. The egg2 is a stylish choice that can be used as a single or double and comes with a variety of infant car seats, so you can alter it as your twins grow. It's also available in a variety of colours and comes with an elegant contemporary design.
Easy to clean
Regular maintenance and cleaning will keep your twin pushchair in excellent condition for the years to come. This will help prevent issues such as fabric stains, odours and the growth of mould and prolong its lifespan.
Start by vacuuming your pushchair using a nozzle that is flexible to get rid of crumbs, dirt and grime from all areas. This will let you get into all the crevices seams, seams and fabric parts such as the seat, canopy and the basket.
After vacuuming, take off the seat covers, pads, and liners and wash them in a gentle cycle using gentle detergent for infants. Ensure all parts are completely dry before reassembly to avoid corrosion or water damage.
To remove any hardened odours or sticky messes, regularly clean the non-fabric components of your twin stroller double (Techdirt explains). This includes the hinges, wheels, and folding components. If necessary, use a silicone-based grease as recommended by the manufacturer to ensure smooth and continuous movement of all components. Regularly checking your twin pushchair can help you recognize any signs of wear, allowing you to fix them as quickly as possible.