A Guide To Pushchair From Beginning To End

Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

If you have twins, you'll need a double pushchair in order to get them from A to B. Our range includes twin prams and buggies that can be configured in different ways to suit your requirements.

Look for a pushchair that folds with one step and is easy to carry into your boot. You may also want an ultra-light design that is easy to maneuver and navigate especially if you have busy streets to tackle.

Side-by-Side

This is the most commonly used double pushchair. It is usually able to accommodate two children side-by-side. They tend to be a bit wider than single pushchairs, meaning they're less agile on the sidewalk and can be a little tricky to navigate up and down kerbs with a car seat attached. However, the extra width does mean that they're often a lot more comfortable to maneuver through doorways and are distributed more evenly making them less burdensome to carry around on your back.

They can be used as a twin pram from the beginning and a lot of models can be used with a carrycot or two car seats. Some can even convert into one mode by adding the basket (like the Cybex Venus).

One of the best 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 creates an entirely enclosed twin space and is ideal for infants. The pram for newborn is also equipped with a couple of very cool accessories, including the newborn cocoons, which can be positioned to the front or back (for twin-facing prams) or facing inwards (for a normal single). It's not as light like other options however it's very cleverly created.

Lightweight

Cybex is known for its ingenuity and this pushchair converts to a single is no exception. The frame can be enlarged to accommodate another seat. You can use the pushchair as a twin from birth by putting in two cocoons for newborns, each costing PS59. These cocoons create lie-flat areas that are enclosed. It can also be used in a mono mode with one child, thanks to a large basket that is placed behind the seat. It has both front and rear suspensions that allows it to handle bumps and uneven surfaces with ease. It is a top pick among our reviewers.

Available in a range of elegant colors.

Tandem

If you're planning to have twins, you'll require a pushchair that is tandem. This will allow both children to sit together and interact with each one another. They are perfect for visiting the zoo as the children can observe the animals together. These are also great for parents who wish to monitor both their toddler and baby at the same time.

Some tandem pushchairs provide ultra flexibility as they can convert back to single mode. This is particularly beneficial for families with more than two children (or in the event that your child who is the oldest isn't a need for a buggy any longer). It means you won't have an empty pushchair to store away and can be expensive.

The Cybex Venus, for example is a model that can be used in double or mono mode. Its frame can expand to accommodate an additional seat. It's not the lightest pushchair, but it has an enormous basket that can be set behind the front seat when in double mode, or at the back if in mono mode. The seats can be positioned so that they face each the other or higher 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. They have a sleek, compact frame that makes it easier to navigate through doorways and aisles in supermarkets, and some models can be used as a jogging or triple stroller on rough terrain due to a four-wheel suspension and large rear wheels.

A tandem pushchair can also be used to carry two carrycots, or a car and buggy seat. This means you can create a travel system right from the outset and save money on additional purchases. It's important to keep in mind that tandems can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and may feel less stable when as you go over uneven surfaces. They also need dismantling to fit into cars.