7 Things You've Never Known About Pushchair

Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

When you have twins, you need a double pushchair in order to get them from A to B. Our range of twin prams includes twin buggies that can be set up in different ways to suit your needs.

Find a stroller that can be folded in one step and easily lifted into your car. You may also prefer a lightweight design that's easy to navigate and manoeuvre especially when you have busy high streets to navigate.

Side-by-Side

This is the most common double pushchair. It usually seats two children side by side. They are generally wider than single pushchairs. This means they may be less nimble on the footpaths and may be a bit difficult to navigate between kerbs with a car seat attached. However the extra width means that they're usually easier to navigate through doors and are more evenly distributed making them easier to carry around on your back.

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

One of the most impressive examples of this is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 which, in Twin Mode, allows you to fit the rear seat and carrycot side by side. This lets you create an entirely enclosed twin space, which is perfect for babies. The pram double comes with amazing accessories, such as the newborn cocoons, which can be put on either facing forwards or in any direction (for twin-facing prams). It's not as light as some other options but it is very well thought out.

Lightweight

Cybex is a brand known for its innovation, and this single-to-double pushchair is no different. The frame can be extended to accommodate a second seat. You can use the pushchair as a twin from birth by adding two cocoons for babies for a total of PS59. These cocoons are enclosed and create lie-flat spaces. The large shopping basket that is behind the seat lets it be used in mono mode with just one child. It comes with front and rear suspension, so it can handle bumps and uneven surfaces better. A top pick from our reviewers.

Available in a variety stylish colors.

Tandem

If you're planning to have twins, you should consider a pushchair that can allow children to sit side by side so that they can look at each other. They are ideal for activities like going to the zoo as the children will be able to gaze at all the animals together. They are also great for parents who must keep one eye on their toddler and the other eye on their infant since they can look at both of them simultaneously.

Some tandem pushchairs are extremely adaptable, Pushchair sale as they can be converted back to single mode. This is especially handy for families with more than two children (or just your eldest is no longer a need for a buggy). This will save you from having to store a buggy empty, which can be expensive.

For example the Cybex Venus can be used in both mono and double pram pushchair mode and has a smart frame that expands widthways to allow for an additional seat. It's not the tiniest pushchair however it does come with an enormous basket that can be placed behind the front seat in double mode, or at the back if in mono mode. The seats can either be placed in a way that they face each the other or higher to be able to see what the other is doing.

Other double tandem pushchairs, such as the Joolz Geo 3 can seat one on top of the other or side-by-side. The sleek, compact frame makes it easier to maneuver through doorways and aisles in supermarkets. Certain models can be used on uneven terrain, or for an exercise walk due to their wide rear wheels and four-wheel suspension.

A tandem pushchair can be used to transport two carrycots or a car with a buggy seat. You can save money by establishing an entire travel system from the beginning, and avoiding separate purchases. It's worth remembering, however, Baby Products that tandems can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and are less stable when in bumping into kerbs or over uneven surfaces. They also tend to need dismantling to fit into cars.