Buying a Double Buggy From Birth

When choosing the perfect double buggy, there are a lot of aspects to consider. We spoke to Fourth Trimester postnatal retreat expert Katie Billingsley for her advice on everything from seating options to age ranges to folding mechanisms and storage space.

This buggy is an essential item for active families. It grows with your family, from twins to toddlers. It is light, has great maneuverability and is able to handle uneven terrain with ease.

What type of buggy do want?

A double buggy is ideal for transporting two children, not necessarily of the same age, side-by-side. They can also be used as prams. Each seat comes with an adjustable mechanism so that your children can lie down or sit in various positions. They're often spacious enough to store everything from drinks and snacks to nappies and wipes. Often they're lightweight, easy to fold and are compact enough to fit in the car boot. If you travel a lot amount, it's essential to ensure that the buggy can be easily pushed around with the wheels folded in your boot and taken out.

You may have seen this type of double buggy on other moms strollers, or even in one as a child. These are great for older siblings who want to keep up with you or for twins and typically have many seating options (including "cinema" seats) for your toddlers to pick from. They're usually pretty easy to steer and, if you opt for a model with soft suspension, make light work of the kerbs.

Tandem buggies, which are simpler to turn than side-by sides, are also very popular. The second seat is located behind the first rather than on top. The seats are generally larger and heavier than a side by side however, so make sure that they will fit through doors or on public transport. They can be used to transport twins, a toddler and a baby or three children with the addition of a buggy board.

Lastly there are the'single-to-double' convertibles which can be used as a single pushchair from birth then convert to a double by attaching a second seat, carrycot or car seat to their clever frame. They are more expensive than tandem buggies or side-by-side buggies, but they offer plenty of flexibility and come with a premium selling price. They're generally simple to steer, feature large storage bins and can handle uneven surfaces. Some have a built in ride-on board for children older than and 'cinema seats'.

Do you have twins?

Double buggys are the ideal method to transport your children, no matter if they are twins or older siblings. There are two primary types of double buggy - side-by-side buggies in which your children are seated together, and tandem buggies where one child is placed above the other. Both can be fitted with two fixed seats, however side-by-side buggies tend to be narrower in width to allow for access through doors. Tandems tend to be wider in general. They can also accommodate a toddler seat and a carrycot.

Do you have a child?

At first having a younger sibling may seem like a lot of responsibility especially if you're caring for the infant. A double buggy may help children to feel included when you place them in a baby carrier and push the older child. It will also provide your child with the feeling of pride that comes with knowing that they are able to be 'big brother or sister' and help them adjust to their new role.

Side-by-side buggies can be a good option for twins, as both children will have the same view. However, they are bulky and heavy. The Leclerc B-AGILE DUAL is a compact double buggy with a unique frame that can be expanded widthwise and can accommodate two fixed seats. It also provides a variety of configuration options, including the second seat for an infant bassinet.

If you prefer, we suggest an alternative, the Mountain Buggy double travel stroller Trailblazer for families who love to explore. This clever buggy can start off as an individual pushchair, but can be converted into a double pram stroller (click the following web page) by adding an additional seat, carrycot or car seat (depending on the model). Its smooth ride is perfect for rough terrain, and it has lots of clever features that will ensure that everyone is happy.

Do you require a travel system?

double buggy with carrycot buggies are great for bringing your kids around in comfort, but they're not the ideal purchase for every family. You might be able to make do with one stroller, and some attachments like baby straps and toddler carriers that permit you and your child to travel on their backs or in the front.

If you decide to go with a double infant stroller buggy, there are three types to choose from: side-by-side or tandem, and convertible. Side-by-side buggies have the two seats near each other, so your children will be able to see each one another. They are wider than a single stroller and may be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. Tandem buggies are small double buggy that has one seat in the front and another at the back. However they can be heavy and long to push.

Convertible double buggies allow you to convert a single stroller into double buggy by attaching a bassinet or infant car seat to the frame. This allows you to keep your baby safely in their car seat until they're ready to move into the main buggy seat. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a great illustration of this. It's suitable for twins, a baby and toddler or even three kids with the addition of the optional PiggyBack board.

When your children are older and have more endurance, a double-buggy can also be used to accompany them on bike rides or day trips where they'd prefer walking. It is important to keep in mind that your children might not always enjoy being in a stroller and might become tired and disgruntled during longer trips.

Before you decide to purchase a double stroller, take into consideration the factors above and your family's specific circumstances. Having a solid and reliable double stroller will simplify your life particularly if you have to travel through busy streets or crowded shopping centres.