Say "Yes" To These 5 Pushchair Tips

Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

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

Find a pushchair that folds in a single step and is easy to lift into your car. You may also prefer an ultra-light design that is easy to navigate and manoeuvre especially if you have busy high streets to traverse.

Side-by-Side

These are the most common type of double pushchair and generally can seat two children side-by-side. They are usually bigger than single pushchairs. This can make them less maneuverable on the footpaths. It may also be difficult to move through kerbs with the car seat is in place. However the extra width means that they're generally more comfortable to maneuver through doorways and are distributed more evenly making them easier to carry 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 and 2 car seats. Some models can be converted to one mode, with a basket beside (like the Cybex Venus).

One of the best examples of this is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 which, in Twin Mode, allows you to put the rear seat and carrycot side by side. This creates a fully enclosed twin space, which is perfect for newborns. The pram newborn comes with really cool accessories, such as the newborn cocoons that can be attached either facing toward the forward direction or in any direction (for twin-facing prams). It's not as lightweight as other options, but it's really cleverly thought out.

Lightweight

Cybex is known for innovation and this pushchair converts to a single is no different. The clever frame can be expanded to take two seats, and you can use it as a twin right from birth with the addition of two infant cocoons (PS59 each) which create enclosed lie-flat spaces for babies. The large shopping basket behind the seat can be used in mono mode for one child. It also has a rear and front suspension to tackle bumps and uneven surfaces a little more easily. It is a top pick from our reviewers.

Available in a variety stylish colors.

Tandem

If you are planning to have twins you will need a tandem pushchair. This will allow each child to sit and look at each one another. They are great for trips to the zoo since the kids can look at the animals together. They are also ideal for parents who want to keep an eye on both their toddler and their baby simultaneously.

Some tandem pushchairs are very adaptable, as they can be converted back to single mode. This is particularly useful for families with more than two children (or if your eldest child does not require a buggy any longer). This will prevent you from having to store a buggy that's empty, which can be expensive.

The Cybex Venus, for example can be used in double or mono mode. The frame can be expanded to allow for an additional seat. It's not the lightest pushchair but it has an ample basket that can be placed behind the front seat when in double mode or at the back if in mono mode. The seats can be placed to face each other or one can be positioned higher, Triple Stroller so that it can see at the other and see what they're up to.

Double tandem pushchairs, such as the Joolz Geo 3, are equipped to place one on top of the other or side by side. The compact, sleek frame makes it easy to navigate through doorways and aisles in supermarkets. Certain models can be used on rough terrain or as an exercise walk due to their large rear wheels and four-wheel suspension.

Another benefit of a tandem pushchair is that it will often use two carrycots or a car seat, and a buggy seat. This means you can create a travel system from the beginning and save money on additional purchases. Remember that tandems are heavier and longer, and can be less stable when you bump into the kerbs or going over uneven surfaces. They also tend to need dismantling to fit into cars.