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Buying a Double Buggy From Birth
When you are deciding on the perfect double buggy, there are a lot of aspects to consider. We spoke with 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 will grow with your family from toddlers to twins. It is light and movable, and can handle uneven terrain with ease.
What type of buggy would you prefer?
Double buggys are great for transporting two children at a time even if they're not of the same age. They can also serve as prams and come with a reclining mechanism in each seat so your children can sit or lay down in various positions. They're often spacious enough to store everything from drinks and snacks to wipes and nappies. They are often lightweight they fold easily and are compact enough to fit in your car boot. If you're someone who drives a lot, it's worth checking the buggy's maneuverability with the folded wheels as well as to get it out and into your car boot.
The most well-known type of double buggy is the side-by-side that you've likely seen on other moms' pushchairs or even rode in as a child yourself. They are ideal for older siblings who want to keep up with you, or for twins. They usually have numerous seating options (including 'cinema' seats) for your little ones to pick from. They are usually simple to navigate, and if you select a model that has a soft suspension, they are able to effortlessly handle kerbs.
Tandem buggies are also a popular option since they're more maneuverable than a side-by-side. The second seat is positioned behind the first rather than on top. They're typically wider than a side-by-side and can be bulky when folded, which is why it's important to check they'll fit through doors and on public transport. They can be used for twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids with the addition of a buggy.
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 tend to be more expensive than side-by-sides or tandem buggies but offer lots of flexibility and have a great resale value. They're generally simple to steer, feature large storage bins and can cope well on uneven surfaces. Some even have built-in ride-on boards and 'cinema seating' for your older child.
Do you have twins?
If your children are twins or siblings of different age groups, a double buggy is the best option to transport them around. There are Going On this page of double buggies: tandem buggies which have one child sitting over the other, and side by side buggies. Both buggies can be fitted with two fixed seats. However side-by-side buggies are smaller to fit through doors. Tandems tend to be wider overall. They can also accommodate a carrycot as well as a toddler seats.
Do you have children?
At beginning having a younger sibling can feel like a lot of responsibility particularly if you're also caring for the baby. A double buggy can help them to feel a sense of belonging if you put them in an infant carrier and push the older child. It will also help your child get into their new role as a 'big sister or brother'.
Double buggies that are side-by-side are often considered the best option for twins because they let both children enjoy the same view, however they can be heavy and heavy. The Leclerc B-AGILE DUAL is a sleek double buggy that features an innovative frame which expands widthways and can accommodate two seats fixed. It also offers different configuration options such as using the second seat to create the bassinet.
We also recommend alternatively, we recommend the Mountain Buggy Double Trailblazer for families that love to explore. This clever buggy can start off as an individual pushchair, but it can then be converted into a double by adding the place of a second seat, carrycot or car seat (depending on the model). Its super-smooth ride is ideal for rough terrain and it includes a number of thoughtful features to ensure that everyone is happy.
Do you require a travel system for your business?
Double buggies are ideal to transport your children around in comfort, but they're not a necessary purchase for every family. Depending on your lifestyle, and the age gap between your kids you may be able to make do with a single stroller and some attachments, such as baby carriers and toddler harnesses that let you carry your child around on their back or in front of you.
There are three types of double buggies: tandem side-by-side and convertible. The two seats are positioned parallel to each other, so your children can see one another. However, these tend to be wider than a single pushchair, and can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. Tandem buggies are small, with one seat in the front and another at the back. However, they can be heavy and lengthy to push.
Convertible double buggies permit you to transform a single stroller into double buggy by attaching a bassinet or infant car seat to the frame. This will allow you to keep your baby in their car seat until they're ready for a move into the main buggy seat. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a fantastic illustration of this. It's suitable for twins or a toddler or even three kids with the addition of the optional PiggyBack board.
When your children get older and more mobile, you can use a double buggy to take them on bicycle rides or for day trips where they may prefer walking. It's important to keep in mind that your kids may not always like to be in a stroller and might get tired and angry on longer outings.
Before you make the decision to buy a double buggy from birth be sure to consider the above factors and the particular circumstances of your family. A durable and reliable double buggy can make life easier, especially when you need to navigate through busy streets or overcrowded malls.