Choosing a Double Pram and Pushchair
A Double Buggy Newborn (Mozillabd.Science) pram or pushchair will simplify family life, especially when walking on busy roads or in the shops and stores. Find a model that has ample storage space for nappies, snacks, and other essentials.
Some first-time parents choose a pushchair that is future-proof and can be used as a single stroller once baby is born, and later converted to a twin pushchair from birth mode after he or she arrives. Joolz provides a variety of these options.
Tandem
The announcement that you are expecting a baby is one of the most exciting events in life. Once the excitement has worn off and the reality of the situation begins to set in, you’ll be faced with a variety of choices regarding how you can prepare your family. One of the most important things to consider is choosing the right pram or pushchair.
Tandem prams (also called “in-line” double prams) are a timeless design that feature two seats or pram bassinets that are arranged side by side. The front seat is typically padded and reclines to a flat position making it suitable for babies while the second one is more upright and is able to accommodate toddlers as young as three years old. old. Some models come with reversible seating so you can choose to have your children face towards each other or gaze at you. Many tandems can be made into a single pushchair when your oldest child is no longer required to have the second seat.
A tandem is less expensive than a twin pram and is an excellent choice for parents who wish to save money, but without losing safety or function. A tandem can be a bit heavy and difficult to steer, especially when you’re tripping over kerbs. It’s also less stable than twin pushchairs especially when a bigger child is seated in the front. A tandem can be difficult to place on public transport, and it may be difficult to navigate narrow pavements.
The iCandy Peach, a popular model with a focus on image, is a great alternative for parents with one child who want an elegant appearance. However the tandem mode makes it feel long and heavy to push. It comes with a clever frame that expands in width to allow for the addition of the second seat, and can be used with a variety of combinations of buggy seats, carrycots and car seats (two at a time or in separate). The iCandy Wave is another lightweight tandem option that’s easy to use and compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots.
Side by side
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a double pram or pushchair. There are numerous configuration options to choose from, whether you’re buying for twins or close-in-age siblings. Tandem prams (also known as side by side prams) are a popular choice because they can be arranged to accommodate infants with a bassinet on top, while the older toddler or infant is in the seat below.
Some models even have reversible seats, which means you can alter the seating arrangement to meet the needs of your family throughout the baby and toddler years. This lets you keep your little ones in sight at all times and also gives them a chance to interact with each other while they walk.
Tandem prams are typically jogging buggies or all-terrain ones that is why they’re great for outdoor adventures and in the park. They are also great for narrow aisles or checkouts in shops and supermarkets as they are smaller.
The Redsbaby JIVE3 Pram, for example, can be used as a tandem pram right from birth in dual mode, with the addition of the rumble seat (PS249). Then, you can switch to the single pram mode when your little one is old enough to leave the rumble seat or choose the car capsule adaptors (PS53) to turn it into a travel system for newborn to toddler.
Another alternative is the Side by Side Pram from Babybee. This double side-by-side pram comes in a range of colors and is designed with a contemporary design. The design is intended to be used from birth, you can add the LUNA newborn cocoon (PS262) or the LUNA infant seats (PS53 each) to ensure your little ones are secure and comfortable.
If you’re looking for a sleek and elegant pushchair that can be converted into a side-byside double then the Egg 2 from Chicco is an excellent choice. It’s available in a range of infant seat and carrycot combinations to cater for twins or siblings of various age groups. It’s also easy to fold. It’s also fairly light, which makes it an ideal choice for families with small cars or limited storage space.
Convertible
The top double prams and pushchairs are able to be used in multiple ways and some are capable of changing seat configurations to suit the changing needs of your family. It is possible to fit up to three children on the seat board, or two toddlers in the seats while still having room for a shopping bag. Accessories like rain covers are also available. In general, convertible double strollers are bigger and heavier than single pushchairs as they have to be able to accommodate two or more children. The Graco Modes Nest2Grow convertible is an example of a very affordable convertible that is easy to use. However, our testers found it to be quite heavy for the money.
Some convertible double strollers like the Baby Jogger City Select 2 come with a carrycot suitable for infants. This allows the double stroller to be compacted and reduce in size when not used. The City Select’s innovative, one-handed folding impressed our test participants but it does require some time to master. It also feels quite nimble and agile, despite being larger than other double strollers.
The Cybex Mockingbird single-to-cheap double buggy stroller is another option that is reasonably priced. The seat can be transformed from a child-facing car seat to a forward-facing toddler seat. The bassinet-style mode is a great option for infants.
For more flexibility, look for a dual-mode convertible such as the iCandy Peach. It’s a compact double buggy with carrycot buggy that can fit two children side-by-side and can be used as a tandem, with the addition of a second seat kit and rider board. It feels nimble and responsive, and our test users liked its sleek design. It’s not as light as some of the other pushchairs on our list however it does come with a large shopping basket which is ideal for parents with bags of toys and food.
Lightweight
Some parents prefer to secure their double buggy when they have one child and are expecting another so a convertible option is a good option. The iCandy Peach can be converted from a single pushchair into double with the addition of a toddler’s seat or the brand’s carrycot (which works well for sleeping at night). Our test subjects were impressed by how comfortable the seats are and adore the fact that can recline in a variety of positions, come with built-in leg and foot support and generous UPF 50+ canopy that has peekaboo windows. The rear seat can be raised high to allow the child of a higher age can stand on it to reach the basket of shopping.
The only drawback of the iCandy Peach is that it is quite heavy. However, Cher believed that this was balanced by the ease to maneuver and how large the storage space is, with two hanging child and parent cup holders, seat-back pockets and an enormous underseat basket. She also appreciated the fact that the seats are reversible, so they can be set to face each other for siblings who wish to talk and interact while out and out and about.
A lighter-weight but just as impressive option is the Delta Children LX side-by-side stroller that weighs only 18 lbs. It is compact and features a self-standing fold that makes it easy to transport and store in your trunk or at home. Parents love the quality of materials and workmanship, as well as the low price. The only drawbacks are that the seats do not recline as much as other models we have tested and the rear seat is not as well-lit due to its position and height. It is higher than the first seat.
Another popular choice is the Joolz Geo 3, which is slim, sleek and easy to steer, and comes with an attractive design and lifetime guarantee. It’s worth bearing in mind that, despite their slimmer design Side by side prams are wider than tandem and in-line doubles. They can be difficult to navigate through busy footpaths or in stores. They’re also shorter and therefore more maneuverable in tight spaces.
