Choosing a Double Pram and Pushchair
A double pram or pushchair will simplify the lives of families, especially when walking on busy roads or in stores and shops. Choose a model with ample storage space for nappies, snacks, and other essentials.
Some first-time parents opt for a future-proof pushchair that can be used as a single pram when baby is born. It can be transformed into a twin-mode when the baby is born. Joolz offers a range of choices.
Tandem
The announcement that you're expecting the birth of a child is one of the most exciting events in your life. However, after the excitement of the beginning fades and reality begins to sink in, you may be faced with a variety of decisions about how to prepare your family for the arrival of your new one or ones. One of the most important things to consider is choosing the right pram or pushchair.
Tandem prams, also known as "in-line" double prams, are a classic design with two seats or bassinets placed side by side. The front seat, which is typically cushioned, reclines and is suitable for newborns. The second seat is upright and is designed to accommodate toddlers as young as three years old. Some models let you select whether your children stare at each other or look outwards. Many tandems can be converted into one pushchair when your oldest child is no longer required to have the second seat.
A tandem is cheaper than twin prams and is a great option for parents looking to save money, but without losing safety or function. A tandem can be heavy and difficult to steer, particularly when you're tripping over the kerbs. It's also less stable than twin pushchairs particularly if a larger child is seated in the front. A tandem can be difficult to fit on public transport, and it may be difficult to navigate narrow pavements.
The iCandy Peach, a popular model that is focused on image, is an excellent choice for a single parent who wants an attractive style. However, the tandem mode makes it feel a bit heavy and long to push. It has frames that can be expanded in size to accommodate a second seat. double push chair can be used with a variety of car seats, buggy seats and carrycots (two at one time or in separate). The iCandy Wave tandem is another lightweight option that's easy-to-use and compatible with a range of car seats and carrycots.
Side by side
When it comes to choosing a double pram or pushchair there's plenty to think about. There are a variety of configuration options to choose from, regardless of whether you're buying for twins or close-in-age siblings. Tandem prams (also called side by side prams) are a popular choice since they can be configured to accommodate infants in a bassinet on top, while the larger toddler or infant is in the lower seat below.
Some models have reversible seating that let you customize the seating arrangement for your family members throughout the toddler and baby years. This lets you see your children at all times, and allows them to connect with them as they walk.
Tandem prams are jogging buggies as well as all-terrain buggies. They are perfect for outdoor excursions, such as to the park. They're also a great option when you have to traverse narrow aisles in the supermarket or at checkouts because they are generally more compact than single-seaters.
The Redsbaby JIVE3 Pram, for instance, can be used as a tandem pram right from birth in the dual mode with the addition of the rumble seat (PS249). When your child grows out of the rumble chair, you can change to the single pram mode. You can also choose to make use of the car capsule adaptors to convert it from a newborn to toddler travel system.
The Side by Side Pram by Babybee is a different option. This double pram side-by-side is available in a variety of colors and comes with an attractive modern style. It is designed to be used from the moment of birth, you can include the LUNA newborn Cocoon (PS262) and the LUNA Infant Seats (PS53 each).
The Egg 2 is a stylish elegant pushchair that can be converted into a double side-by-side. It's available in a variety of infant seat and carrycot combinations to accommodate twins or siblings of different ages and is super-easy to fold. It's also fairly light, which makes it an ideal option for those with smaller cars or a limited storage space.
Convertible
The top double prams and pushchairs are versatile and some are capable of changing seating arrangements to meet your family's changing needs. You can accommodate up to three children on the seat board or two toddlers in the seats, with room for a shopping bag. Accessories like rain covers are also available. In general, convertible double strollers are more spacious and heavier than single pushchairs due to the fact that they are required to be capable of holding two or more children. The Graco Modes Nest2Grow is one example of an affordable convertible that is user-friendly, however our test subjects felt it was a little heavy for the money.
Some convertible double strollers, like the Baby Jogger City Select 2 has a carrycot option that is suitable for infants. This reduces the size of the double stroller when not being used and makes it smaller. The City Select's clever folding system that is one-handed impressed our testers, but it takes some time to master. It's also very responsive and nimble in spite of its size.
Another option that is reasonably priced is an option that is affordable is the Cybex Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller. It can be converted from a rear-facing infant car seat to a forward-facing toddler seat and the bassinet-style mode is a great choice for infants (although keep in mind that infants under four months old shouldn't use strollers to sleep due to the risk of positional asphyxia).
If you want more flexibility Consider a convertible that has dual modes like the iCandy Peach. This is a narrow double stroller that is able to accommodate two children in a tandem. It can also be used to create a tandem by incorporating a second seat kit. It's nimble and responsive and our testers loved its sleek design. It's not as lightweight as the other models we've reviewed, however it does come with a huge basket that's great for parents who have to carry bags of toys and groceries.
Lightweight
Some parents prefer to secure their double buggy if they have a child and are expecting another, so a convertible option is a great option. The iCandy Peach allows you to transform from a single to a double pushchair, with the addition of a toddler seat or the brand's carrycot (which is suitable for sleeping at night). Our test subjects were impressed by the comfort of the seats and adore the fact that they both recline to different positions, come with built-in leg and foot supports and large UPF 50+ canopy that has peekaboo windows. The rear seat can be raised high to allow the child of a higher age can stand on it to reach the shopping basket.
Cher said that the only disadvantage of the iCandy Peach was its weight. But she felt this was offset because it is easy to move and comes with plenty of storage space with two cup holders for children and parents as well as seat-back pockets and a large basket underneath the seat. Cher also appreciated that the seats can be reversed to be positioned to face each other, which is perfect for siblings who like to interact and talk when they are out and out and about.
A lighter-weight but just as impressive choice is the Delta Children LX side-by-side stroller that weighs only 18 lbs. It is compact and features a self-standing fold that makes it easy to transport and put in your trunk or at home. Parents are impressed by the quality of materials and workmanship, as well as the low cost. The only downsides are that the seats do not recline as well as other models we've tested and the rear seat is not as well-lit due to its position and height. It is higher than the seat in front.
Another popular choice is the Joolz Geo 3, which is slim sleek, stylish and easy to steer, with an attractive design and a lifetime guarantee. While they're smaller than side-by-side strollers, they can be more spacious than tandems and inline doubles. This makes them difficult to maneuver on busy streets and in shops. They're also shorter and therefore more maneuverable in tight spaces.