Choosing a Double Pram and Pushchair
A double pram or pushchair can simplify family life, especially on busy streets or in stores and shops. Pick a model with ample storage space to store nappies, snacks, and other necessities.
Some parents who are first-time parents choose an infant pushchair that can be used as a single pram when baby is born, and later transformed into a twin-mode when the baby has arrived. Joolz offers a wide range of options.
Tandem
The announcement that you're expecting to have a baby is among the most exciting times in life. However, after the excitement fades and reality begins to sink into your life, you'll be faced with a multitude of decisions regarding how to prepare your family for the arrival of your new one or ones. One of the most important considerations is choosing the right pram or pushchair.
Tandem prams (also known as "in-line" double prams) are a classic style that feature two seats or pram bassinets arranged side by side. The front seat, which is typically padded, reclines flat and is suitable for newborns. The second seat is more upright and designed to accommodate toddlers as young as three years. Certain models feature reversible seating so you can choose to have your children face each other or look out at you. Many tandems can be converted to one pushchair when your oldest child is no longer required to have the second seat.
In terms of price it is cheaper than a twin pushchair, and is a great option for parents looking to save money but not compromising on safety or functionality. However, one disadvantage of a tandem is that it may feel long and heavy to steer, especially when you're bumping up or down kerbs, and it is usually less stable than a twin pram particularly if the older child is sitting in the front. A tandem isn't always easy to fit on public transport, and it can be difficult to navigate narrow roads.
The iCandy Peach, a popular model that is focused on image, is a great alternative for a single parent who wants a sleeker appearance. However the tandem mode can make it feel long and heavy to push. It has a frame that expands in dimensions to accommodate the second seat. It can be used with a range of combinations of car seats, buggy seats, and carrycots (two at one time or in separate). The iCandy Wave tandem is another lightweight option that is easy to use and compatible with a range of car seats or carrycots.
Side by side
There are many things to take into consideration when selecting a double pram or pushchair. Whether you're buying for twins or siblings close in age there are a variety of configuration options to take into account. Tandem prams (also called side by side prams) are a popular choice because they can be configured to fit infants in a bassinet on the top, while the larger toddler or infant is in the seat below.
Certain models come with reversible seats that allow you to customize the layout of your family throughout the baby and toddler years. This lets you be able to watch your children at all times and allows them to connect with them when they walk.
Tandem prams are jogging buggies as well as all-terrain buggies. They are great for outdoor excursions, like to the park. They're also a good choice for those who have to navigate narrow aisles in the supermarket or at checkouts as they are generally smaller than single-seaters.
The Redsbaby JIVE3 Pram, for instance can be used as a tandem pram right from birth in dual mode by adding the use of the rumble seat (PS249). If your child gets bored of the rumble seat, you can switch to the single pram mode. You can also opt to make use of the car capsule adaptors to transform it from a newborn to toddler travel system.
The Side by Side Pram by Babybee is a different alternative. off road double buggy -by-side pram comes in a range of colors and is designed in a contemporary style. Designed to be used from birth, you can add the LUNA newborn cocoon (PS262) or the LUNA infant seats (PS53 each) to ensure that your children are comfortable and safe.
The Egg 2 is a stylish sleek pushchair that can be converted into a double side-byside. It is available in a variety of infant seats and carrycots to accommodate twins or siblings of different ages. It's also easy to collapse. It's also light, making it a good option for people with little space in their cars or don't have enough space to store.
Convertible
Some of the top double prams or pushchairs can be set up to accommodate your changing needs. There is the possibility of fitting two toddlers in the seats or a third rider on the seat board and have room for a shopping basket, and the capability to add accessories like rain covers is another benefit. In general, convertible double strollers are bigger and heavier than single pushchairs because they are required to be capable of holding two or more children. The Graco Modes Nest2Grow is one instance of a low-cost convertible that is user-friendly, however our test subjects felt it was a little heavy for the money.
Some convertible double strollers like the Baby Jogger City Select 2 have a carrycot that is suitable for babies. This reduces the size of the double stroller when not in use, and makes it more compact. The City Select's innovative single-handed folding impressed our testers, but it takes some time to master. It's also very nimble and responsive, despite it being bigger than other double strollers.
The Cybex Mockingbird single-to-double stroller is an alternative that is affordable. The seat converts from a car seat with a parent seat to a forward-facing toddler seat and the bassinet option is a fantastic option for infants (although keep in mind that infants under 4 months old should not be able to sleep in strollers due to the risk of positional asphyxia).
To be more flexible, opt for a convertible that has dual modes such as the iCandy Peach. This is a narrow double buggy that can hold two children side-by-side and can be used as a tandem with the addition of a second seat kit and rider board. It's responsive and agile and our test participants loved its sleek design. It's not quite as lightweight like some of the other models on our list, but it comes with a big basket that's ideal for parents who have to carry bags full of toys and food items.
Lightweight
Some parents like to future-proof their double buggy when they have a child and are expecting another so a convertible option is an excellent choice. The iCandy Peach allows you to change from a single pushchair to a double pushchair by the addition of a toddler seat or the brand's carrycot (which is suitable for sleep overs). Our testers were pleased with the comfort of the seats and adore the fact that they both recline to multiple positions, have built-in leg and foot supports and generous UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. The rear seat can be raised to allow the child of a higher age can stand on it to reach the shopping basket.
The only issue with the iCandy Peach is that it is quite heavy, but Cher found that it was offset by the ease to move around and how big the storage space is equipped with two hanging parent and child cup holders with seat-back pockets as well as a large underseat storage basket. Cher also loved that the seats can be reversed so that they face each other. This is ideal for siblings who want to talk and interact when they are out and about.
A lighter, but equally impressive option is the Delta Children LX side-by-side stroller that weighs only 18 lbs, is super compact and features a self-standing fold, making it easy to carry and store in your trunk or at home. Parents love the quality of materials and workmanship, as well as the cost. The only negatives are that the seats don't recline as much as other models we have tested and the rear seat isn't as well-lit because of its position as it is higher than the seat in front.
The Joolz Geo 3 is another popular option. It's slim, sleek, and easy to steer and comes with a lifetime guarantee. Although stokke double stroller are smaller than side-by-side strollers, they can be more spacious than tandems and inline doubles. This makes them difficult to maneuver on busy footpaths and in shops. However, they're generally shorter, which means they are easier to maneuver in tight spaces than tandems.