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Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

When you have twins, you'll need a double pushchair to take them from A to B. Our range comprises of twin prams as well as double buggies that come in a variety of configurations to suit your family needs.

Look for a pushchair that folds with one step and is easy to carry into your car. You could also opt for a lighter design, especially when you're on busy high streets.

Side-by-Side

They are the most popular type of double pushchair, and generally can seat two children side-by-side. They tend to be wider than single pushchairs travel systems. This means they are less agile on the sidewalk and can be a bit difficult to navigate up and down kerbs with a car seat attached. The extra size makes them easier to maneuver through doorways and are more evenly distributed, so it is 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 accommodate a carrycot or two car seats. Some can even be converted to one-mode with 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 a carrycot side-by-side. This creates a completely enclosed space for twins and is ideal for newborns. The pram store near me comes with amazing accessories, including 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 other models however it's very cleverly designed.

Lightweight

Cybex is known for its ingenuity, 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 twins from birth by adding two newborn cocoons that cost PS59 each. These cocoons are enclosed and create lie-flat spaces. It is also possible to use it as a mono mode with one child due to a large shopping basket that sits behind the seat. It has both front and rear suspensions which means it can take on bumps and uneven surfaces with ease. Our reviewers selected this car as their top choice.

Available in a variety of elegant colors.

Tandem

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

Some tandem pushchairs pushchairs are very adaptable, as they can be converted back to single mode. This is particularly useful if you plan to have more than two children (or if your eldest child isn't a need for a buggy any longer). This will help you avoid having to store a buggy that's empty which can be expensive.

For instance, the Cybex Venus can be used in double or mono mode and has a clever frame that expands widthways to accommodate an extra seat. This isn't the heaviest of pushchairs, but it does come with a large shopping basket that is placed behind the front seat when in double mode (and behind the seat when it's mono mode). The seats can either be set up so that they face each the other or higher to see what each is doing.

Some double tandem pushchairs such as the Joolz Geo 3, are capable of seating one over the other or side-by-side. The sleek, compact frame makes it easier to maneuver through doors and aisles of supermarkets. Some models can also be used on rough terrain, or for an exercise walk due to their wide rear wheels and four-wheel suspension.

Another advantage of a tandem pushchair is that it can often take two carrycots, or a car seat and buggy seat. You can save money by creating a travel system at the beginning, and avoiding separate purchases. Be aware that tandems are heavier and longer, and they may feel less stable when you bump into kerbs or navigating uneven surfaces. They also have to be dismantled for fitting into cars.