9 Lessons Your Parents Teach You About Double Pram And Pushchair
Choosing a Double Pram and Pushchair
A well-designed double pram or pushchair can simplify life for families, particularly on busy footpaths or in stores and shops. Choose a model with ample storage space to store nappies, snacks and other essentials.
Some parents who are new to the family opt for a future-proof pushchair that can be used as a single pram when baby is born. It can be changed into a twin pushchairs mode after the baby has arrived. Joolz offers a variety of these options.
Tandem
The announcement that you're expecting a baby is one of life's most exciting moments. When the excitement wears off and the reality of the situation kicks in, you will have to make a number of options for how to prepare your family for. One of the most important considerations is choosing the best pram or pushchair.
Tandem prams, also referred to as "in-line" double prams are a classic design that has two seats or bassinets placed side-by-side. The front seat, which is usually cushioned, reclines and is suitable for babies. The second seat is more upright and designed to accommodate toddlers as young as three years. Some models come with reversible seating so you can choose whether your children face each other or look out at you. Many tandems can be converted into one pushchair when your oldest child is no longer in need of the second hand double buggy seat.
In terms of price the tandem is cheaper than a twin pushchair, and can be a great choice for parents looking to save money, but not compromise on safety or functionality. A tandem can be heavy and difficult to steer, especially when negotiating kerbs. It is also less stable than twin prams particularly if a larger child is in the front. A tandem can be difficult to get onto public transport and is difficult to navigate on narrow pavements.
The iCandy Peach, a popular model that focuses on image, is a fantastic choice for parents with one child who want a sleeker style. However the tandem mode makes it feel heavy and long to push. It features an innovative frame that expands widthways to accommodate the second seat, and can be used with a variety of combinations of buggy seats, carrycots and car seats (two at a time or in separate). The iCandy Wave tandem is another lightweight option that's easy-to-use and compatible with a variety of car seats or carrycots.
Side by side
There are a lot of things to take into consideration when selecting a double pram or pushchair. There are many configuration options to choose from, whether you're purchasing for twins or close-in-age siblings. Tandem prams (also called side by side prams) are a popular choice because they can be configured to fit infants in a bassinet on top while the older toddler or infant sits in the seat below.
Some models even feature reversible seats, which means you can modify the seating to your family's requirements throughout the baby and toddler years. This lets you be able to watch your children at all times and allows them to be a part of the journey as they walk.
Tandem prams are often jogging buggies or all-terrain ones that is why they're great for outdoor excursions and the park. They're also a great option if you need to brave narrow checkout aisles or isles in supermarkets as they are generally more compact than single-seaters.
The Redsbaby JIVE3 Pram, for instance, can be used as a tandem pram from birth in the dual mode, with the addition of the rumble seat (PS249). It is then possible to change to a single pram mode once your baby is old enough to leave the rumble seat, or use the adaptors for car capsules (PS53) to transform it into a travel system for infant to toddler.
The Side by Side Pram from Babybee is another option. This double side-by-side pram comes in a range of colors and is designed in a contemporary design. It is designed to be used from birth, you can add the LUNA Cocoon for newborns (PS262) and the LUNA Infant Seats (PS53 each).
The Egg 2 is a stylish sleek pushchair that can be converted into a double side-byside. It's available in a variety of carrycots and infant seats to accommodate twins or siblings of different age groups. It's also easy to fold. It's also lightweight and compact, making it a great option for those with smaller vehicles or have limited space for storage.
Convertible
The best double prams or pushchairs can be set up to meet your needs as they change. It is possible to fit up to three children on the seat board or two toddlers in the seats, and still have enough space for shopping bags. Accessories such as rain covers are also available. Convertible double strollers tend to be larger and heavier than single pushchairs because they need to hold two or more children. The Graco Modes Nest2Grow is one instance of a low-cost convertible which is very user-friendly, but our testers thought it was a little heavy for its price.
Some convertible double strollers, like the Baby Jogger City Select 2 comes with a carrycot that is suitable for infants. This helps to reduce the size of the double stroller when not in use, and makes it smaller. Our testers were impressed with the City Select's clever one-handed fold, though it does take some practice. It is also quite agile and responsive in spite of its size.
The Cybex Mockingbird single-to-double stroller is an alternative that is affordable. It can be converted from a rear-facing infant car seat to a forward-facing toddler seat and the bassinet option is a fantastic option for infants (although remember that babies under 4 months old should never be able to sleep in strollers due to the risk of positional asphyxia).
If you want more flexibility look into a convertible with dual modes such as the iCandy Peach. It's a slim double stroller that can accommodate two children side-by-side. It can also be used to make a tandem by adding a second seat kit. It's responsive and agile and our testers loved its sleek design. It's not as light as the other pushchairs on our list however it does come with an enormous shopping basket that is great for parents who carry bags full of toys and groceries.
Lightweight
Some parents like to future-proof their double buggy if they have a child and are expecting another so a convertible option is a good option. The iCandy Peach can be converted from a single pushchair into double with the addition of a toddler seat or the brand's carrycot (which is great to sleep at night). The seats are extremely comfortable and our testers love that they can be reclined in a variety of positions. They also love the feature that the canopy comes with a window that peeks out and offers UPF 50+ protection. The rear seat can be raised high so that the child who is older can stand on it to reach the shopping basket.
The only drawback of the iCandy Peach is that it is quite heavy. However, Cher felt this was offset by its ease to move around and how big the storage space is equipped with two hanging parent and child cup holders, seat-back pockets and a large underseat storage basket. Cher also appreciated that the seats can be reversed so that they can face each other. This is great for siblings who love to chat and have conversations while out and out and about.
The Delta Children LX Side-by-Side Stroller is a less heavy option, but still impressive. It weighs only 18 pounds, is compact twin stroller and features self-standing fold, making it simple to carry around or put in your trunk. Parents are impressed by the quality of materials and workmanship, as well as the low cost. The only drawback is that the seats don't recline as far as some other models we've tested, and the rear seat doesn't have great visibility due to its positioning - it's raised higher than the front seats.
The Joolz Geo 3 is another popular choice. It's slim, sleek and easy to steer and comes with a lifetime guarantee. It's important to keep in mind that, despite their smaller size side by side prams remain wider than tandem and in-line doubles and can be difficult to navigate through crowded footpaths or in shops. However, they are often shorter too, so can be easier to turn in tight spaces than tandems.
