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Buying a Double Pushchair From Birth If you love long walks with your toddler and you are planning the birth of a second child, a double pushchair can simplify your family's life. Luckily there are many choices to choose from. Most tandem buggies can adapt to different configurations. For instance, some come with seats that are reversible, allowing siblings to face each other or you. Size If you're considering purchasing a double pushchair right from the start, it's important to remember that these are usually larger than single buggies. It is important to ensure that your buggy can fit into the doors of your home and is capable of easily moving between the kerbs and steps. Double strollers come in two main designs: tandem and side-by-side. Tandem buggies are a good option for parents with twins, while side-byside strollers are suitable for children of different ages. twin buggy transform into single-to-double pushchairs by adding an extra seat or carrycot to the frame. Most tandem buggies are built with the seats facing each other and provide a variety of seat configurations, allowing your children to see each other when they ride. If your children are a similar age they may be able to get along or at least not fight about who gets the most comfortable seats. You may find that they prefer facing each other than sitting close to one another. The iCandy Venus is a great option for families with twins or children who require a seat. This attractive, affordable buggy can also be used in conjunction with an infant car seat so it can grow along with your family. iCandy includes extra accessories, like fleecy liners to ensure that your infants stay warm and snug in their cocoons. Another great option for growing families is the Egg2. This stylish pushchair is a popular choice for image-conscious parents. It can be used as a single or in a double thanks to its flexible frame, which has adaptors to fit seats or a carrycot. It's not the cheapest double stroller, but it has certain unique features that distinguish it from other strollers. One of them is an enormous basket that can be placed behind seat when in parent-facing mode. Style Double buggies are generally heavier and bulkier. If you plan to buy one that you will use for several years be aware of this. They do come with more storage space and a bigger basket. These seats also come with a seat that faces the parent as well as a sunshade which can be extended and a peekaboo window. They may also have seats that can recline independently. Some models have an adjustable leg and foot rest that can be adjusted to alleviate any discomfort that is caused by long walks or prolonged sitting. The most well-known double buggy styles are side-bysides and tandems. Tandems are designed to have the children seated side-by-side with the same view. This helps avoid sibling fights about where to sit. They're not foolproof and children can still kick or punch each other when they are riding. Side-by-sides is a more traditional model, featuring two fixed seats arranged on a single-wide stroller frame. They might not come with as many options and are ideal for infants who can sit without assistance but don't require the back support that comes with an infant car seat. If you're looking for a lightweight double from birth our lab experts recommend the Cybex Venus. This clever model expands widthways to convert from mono to twin mode, allowing either two or one carrycot or infant seats. It's also compact when folded and features a spacious shopping basket as well as rear and front suspensions for a more comfortable ride. The seats and the add-on RumbleSeat are comfortable and padded and come with adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as generous UPF 50+ canopies that offer plenty of shade. Another good-value choice is the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2. It's a side-by-side pushchair, similar to the Venus. You can set it to suit your needs. It is compatible with one car seat for infants and you can also add the Baby Jogger Glider Board for the third person (though this limits the usability to twins). The seat reclines independently, and the City Mini GT2 has some of the best maneuverability among double buggies. Testers noted that it was easy to move between kerbs. Comfort The fabric and padding of the seat are both comfortable for kids. Additionally, the UPF 50+ canopies are long enough to offer shade, and also have an adorable peekaboo feature. Our test participants also loved that the seat reclines at a variety of angles. The only downside to this model is that it isn't as compact as other models. However our lab experts stated that it could be opened and closed with ease. Double buggies weigh more, are bulkier, and more expensive, but they're ideal for families with two children of similar age (generally younger than 4 years old). Select a brand that can last for a long time and keep its value. Tandem buggies are initially an individual pushchair, but they have adapters that let you add an additional seat, carrycot, or (in some cases) car seats to the frame. Some are fixed doubles, but others, like this one made by Leclerc can be converted to a side-by-side configuration when your children are old enough. A side-by-side double buggy is generally wider than other types however it is much easier to maneuver over kerbs because the weight is distributed more evenly. But it's not 100% reliable to prevent sibling rivalries and children in the same seat can punch or kick one another while riding. A front-facing tandem can be an alternative to a side-by-side model for older kids and can be less prone to squabbles between siblings since your children aren't facing each the other. Some children may feel left out when a tandem faces towards the front, since they don't have the same view. The egg2 is a chic modern and contemporary product at a competitive price. Our test subjects loved the ease of use and push, but they would prefer it had more storage space and that the handlebars were more comfortable. It's suitable for babies from birth, and can be used in twin mode as early as newborn, or as a combination of carrycot(s)/infant seats or car seat(s) for twins – it's the most flexible of our double buggies which is why it's been a MadeForMums favorite since 2009. It's not the most affordable double stroller on the market, but it is competitively priced and has excellent potential for resales. Storage A double pushchair can simplify your life for parents with more than one baby. There are many different types of double strollers, ranging from tandems to side by sides with a variety of styles and colors. Before you purchase a product, you should consider your family's lifestyle as well as the features that are most important to you. By evaluating your needs you will be able to narrow your choices and select the best double pram. A quality double buggy should be agile, easy to maneuver and should be light. This is particularly important for those who live in a city area where you require a double buggy that can maneuver through busy streets and squeeze through narrow doorways to go to the shops or for lunch runs. The majority of the top double buggies are equipped with suspension to soften the impact on bumps and uneven surfaces. They also come with a recline function for when your child wants to take a nap. It is also crucial that both seats come with straps and buckles that are comfortable with adjustable leg and foot rests, UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out and seats that are reversible, so siblings can face each other and the world around them. Another factor to consider when deciding on a double pushchair is how compact it will fold when folded. Certain double buggies are designed to fold up into an incredibly compact size that is easy to carry and will fit into small spaces such as cupboards. Some may be a bit heavier but will still be relatively simple to transport and store. If you are on an extremely tight budget, you can still find double strollers for sale at the lowest price. The Cybex Influencer is one example, can be used either as a single stroller or a double stroller. It also comes with a basket under the seat when it is in the parent-facing position. It is also light, can be folded flat and has a great resale value. The UPPAbaby Vista is an ideal choice for families as it can be configured with various seating arrangements and can accommodate two infant car seats. It comes with reversible seats, so that your children can sit facing one another or the world. It can also be equipped with a bassinet suitable for infants.