Pushchair Tips That Will Change Your Life

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 prams as well as double buggies with various configurations to meet your family's needs.

Look for a pushchair that folds in one step and is easy to put into your boot. You may also prefer an ultra-lightweight design, particularly in high traffic streets.

Side-by-Side

These are the most common type of double pushchair and generally can seat two children side-by-side. They tend to be wider than single pushchairs. This means they're less agile on the sidewalk and can be a bit difficult to navigate through kerbs when a car seat is attached. However, the extra width does mean that they're generally easier to navigate through doors and are more evenly distributed making them easier to carry on your back.

Many models are able to be used as twin best prams and accept a carrycot, or two car seats. Some models can be converted to a single mode with a basket to the side (like the Cybex Venus).

The Bugaboo Donkey 5 is a perfect example of this. In Twin Mode, you can place the rear seat alongside the carrycot. This creates a totally enclosed space for twins, and is ideal for newborns. This pram and car seat comes with some really cool accessories, such as the newborn cocoons that can be attached either facing toward the forward direction or in any direction (for twin-facing prams). It's not as lightweight as other models however it's very cleverly created.

Lightweight

Cybex is known for innovation and this pushchair that converts from a single to a double is no exception. The frame can be extended to accommodate a second seat. You can use the pushchair as twins from birth by putting in two cocoons for babies, each costing PS59. These cocoons create enclosed lie-flat spaces. It can also be used in an individual mode with only one child, thanks to a large basket that sits behind the seat. And it has a rear and front suspensions that can handle bumps and uneven surfaces more easily. Our reviewers selected this car as their top choice.

Available in a variety fashionable colors.

Tandem

If you're planning to have twins, you want a pushchair that can allow the children to sit close to each other and look at each other. They are perfect for visiting the zoo, as children can observe the animals together. These are also great for parents who wish to keep an eye on both their toddler and their baby at the same time.

Some tandem pushchairs provide ultra versatility as they can change back to single mode. This is particularly useful for families with more than two children (or only your oldest doesn't need a buggy anymore). This will prevent you from having to store a buggy empty, which can be expensive.

The Cybex Venus, for example can be used in mono or double mode. Its frame can expand to accommodate a second seat. It's not the lightest of pushchairs, however it comes with a large basket for shopping that sits behind the front seat in double mode (and in the back of the seat in mono mode). The seats can be set to face each other or one can be set higher so that it can look at the other and see what they're doing.

Other double tandem pushchairs, such as the Joolz Geo 3, are equipped to place one on top of the other or side by side. They are sleek and compact pushchair frame that makes them easier to maneuver through doors and supermarket aisles Some models can be used as a jogging stroller newborn on rough terrain, thanks to a four-wheel suspension and large rear wheels.

A tandem pushchair could also be used to transport two carrycots or a car and buggy seat. This means you can create a travel system from the beginning and save money on additional purchases. It is important to remember, however, that tandems are heavier and longer than single pushchairs and can feel less stable in bumping into kerbs or over uneven surfaces. These pushchairs must also be dismantled in order to fit into cars.