Comprehensive List Of Pushchair Dos And Don ts

Choosing a Double Pushchair Twin

If you have twins, you 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.

Find a pushchair that folds in one step and is easy to put into your boot. You might also want a lighter design, especially if you're tackling busy high streets.

Side-by-Side

This is the most common double pushchair. It usually seats two children side by side. They are usually bigger than single pushchairs. This makes them less maneuverable on paths. It may also be difficult to move up and down kerbs when a car seat is attached. However the extra width does mean that they're usually easier to navigate through doorways and are more evenly distributed making them less burdensome to carry around on your back.

They can be used as twin prams pushchairs prams from birth, and many models will take both a carrycot and 2 car seats. Some can even convert into one-mode with a basket alongside (like the Cybex Venus).

The Bugaboo Donkey 5 is a great example of this. In twin pushchairs Mode, you can put the rear seat alongside a carrycot. This creates a completely enclosed space for twins, and is ideal for newborns. This pram also comes with a number of really cool accessories, including newborn cocoons, which can be attached to the front or back (for twin-facing prams for newborns) or facing towards the front (for a normal single). It's not as lightweight as other options, but it's very well thought out.

Lightweight

Cybex is known for its unique pushchairs, and the single-to-double is no exception. Its clever frame expands widthways to accommodate two seats, and you can use it as a twin from birth by incorporating the addition of two newborn cocoons (PS59 each) which provide enclosed, lie-flat areas for infants. The large shopping basket that is behind the seat allows it to be used in mono mode for a single child. It comes with both front and rear suspensions which means it can take on bumps and uneven surfaces more easily. Our reviewers selected this car as their top choice.

Available in a variety stylish colors.

Tandem

If you are planning to have twins, you'll require a tandem pushchair. This allows the children to sit together and see each other. They are ideal for activities such as visiting the zoo as the children will be able to look at all the animals together. These are also great for parents who need to monitor both their toddler and their baby simultaneously.

Some tandem pushchairs are extremely flexible, as they can be converted to single mode. This is particularly useful if you plan to have more children than two (or when your oldest child isn't a need for the buggy anymore). It means you won't have an empty pushchair that you need to store away and can be expensive.

For instance, the Cybex Venus can be used in double or mono mode, and features a clever frame that expands widthways to allow for an additional seat. This isn't the heaviest of pushchairs, but it offers a large shopping basket which is located behind the front seat when in double mode (and in the back of the seat in mono mode). The seats can be set up so that they face each the other or higher to see what the other is doing.

Other double tandem cheap pushchairs, Infant Carriages like 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 uneven terrain, or for a jogging walk thanks to their wide rear wheels and four-wheel suspension.

A tandem pushchair can be used to transport two carrycots or a car and buggy seat. You can save money by creating a travel pushchair system at the beginning and not making separate purchases. Be aware that tandems are heavier and longer, and can appear less stable when bumping into kerbs or navigating uneven surfaces. They also tend to need dismantling in order to fit into cars.