What Pushchair Experts Want You To Learn

Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

You'll need a double stroller to take your twins from one place to B. Our range of twin prams includes twin buggies that can be configured in a variety of ways to meet your requirements.

Choose a stroller which can fold in one step, and easily put into your boot. You may also prefer an ultra-light design that is easy to navigate and manoeuvre especially if you have busy streets to navigate.

Side-by-Side

They are the most popular type of double pushchair pram and can typically seat 2 children together. They tend to be a bit wider than single pushchairs, which means they may be less nimble on the sidewalk and can be a bit difficult to navigate through the kerbs with a car attached. The extra size allows them to move more easily through doors and also more evenly distributed so that it is less burdensome to carry around on your back.

They can be used as a twin triple pram from birth and many models can be used with a carrycot and 2 car seats. Some models can be converted into one-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 an entirely enclosed twin room and is ideal for infants. This pram set also comes with a couple of really cool accessories, including newborn cocoons, which can be positioned to the front or back (for a twin-facing pram) or facing towards the front (for a normal single). It's not as lightweight as some other options however it's very cleverly designed.

Lightweight

Cybex is renowned for its innovative pushchairs, and the single-to-double is no exception. The frame can be extended to accommodate an additional seat. You can use the pushchair as a twin from birth by putting in two cocoons for newborns, each costing PS59. These cocoons are enclosed and create lie-flat spaces. It can also be used in an individual mode with only one child thanks to a large basket that is placed behind the seat. It also has a rear and front suspensions that can handle bumps and uneven surfaces a little more easily. A top pick from our reviewers.

Available in a range of elegant colors.

Tandem

If you're planning to have twins, you should consider a tandem pushchair that allows the children to be seated close to each other and be able to see each other. These are great for things like going to the zoo as the children will be able to gaze at all the animals together. They're also ideal for parents who need to keep an eye on their toddler and the other on their baby because they can see both of them at the same time.

Some tandem pushchairs offer ultra flexibility as they can convert back to single mode. This is particularly beneficial when you are planning to have more than two children (or when your oldest child does not require an extra buggy). It means you won't be left with an empty pushchair that you need to store away and can be expensive.

The Cybex Venus, for example is a model that can be used in mono or double mode. Its frame expands to accommodate an additional seat. It's not the lightest of pushchairs however it does come with an enormous basket that can be placed behind the front seat when in double mode, or at the rear when in mono mode. The seats can be set so that they face each other, or one can be positioned higher up so it can see over the other and observe what they are doing.

Double tandem pushchairs, like the Joolz Geo 3, are equipped to place one on top of the other or side by side. They are sleek and compact frame that makes them easy to maneuver through doors and aisles in supermarkets and some models can be used as a jogging stroller on rough terrain, thanks to a four-wheel suspension and large rear wheels.

A tandem pushchair could also be used to carry two carrycots or a car and buggy seat. This allows you to build an entire travel system from the outset and save money on separate purchases. It is important to remember, however, that tandems are heavier and longer than single pushchairs and are less stable when bumping up kerbs or going over uneven surfaces. They also tend to need dismantling in order to fit into cars.