9 . What Your Parents Teach You About Double Buggy From Birth

Buying a double buggy from birth (Www.demilked.com)

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

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

What kind of buggy do you want?

A double buggy is perfect for transporting two kids, not necessarily of the same age, side by side. They can also be used as prams and have recline mechanisms in each seat so your children can lay down in various positions. A lot of them have plenty of storage space for everything from snacks and drinks to nappies and wipes. They are usually light, fold easily, and small double stroller enough to fit in your car boot. If you're a frequent driver, it's important to make sure the buggy's maneuverability with the wheels folded and also to get in and out of your car boot.

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 wish to keep up with you, or for twins and typically have a large number of seating configurations (including "cinema" seats) for your little ones to pick from. They're usually pretty easy to drive and, if you go for a model with a soft suspension, you can make light work of kerbs.

Tandem buggies are another popular choice as they're typically easier to turn than a side-by-side. The second seat is positioned behind the first rather than on the top. They're typically bigger than a side-byside and can be heavy when folded, which is why it's crucial to ensure they be able to pass through doors and public transport. They can be used to transport twins, a toddler and an infant or three children with the addition of an extra 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 and side-by-side buggies, but they offer the flexibility of a single to double buggy buggie and a very high selling price. They're generally easy to steer, have an enormous storage basket and can cope well on uneven surfaces. Some come with a built-in ride-on board for children older than and 'cinema seats'.

Do you have twins?

Double buggys are the best method of transporting your children, no matter if they are twins or older siblings. There are two kinds of double buggies: tandem buggies, where one child sits above the other, and side-byside buggies. Both can accommodate two fixed seats, but side-by-side buggies are typically narrower in width to allow for access through doors. Tandems tend to be wider overall. They can also accommodate a carrycot or toddler seat.

Do you have a child?

Being a parent to a child can feel like an overwhelming responsibility at first, especially when you have to tend to the infant. They may also feel left out when they are in a baby carrier as you push the older one along and so having a double buggy right from the beginning will make life simpler. It can aid your child in settling into their new role as big brother or sister'.

The side-by-side double buggies could be a great choice for twins since both children will have the same view. However they are heavy and heavy. We love the streamlined B-AGILE DOUBLE from Leclerc that features an innovative frame that expands widthways to take two fixed seats and offers various configuration options, including using the second seat as baby carrier or a bassinet.

Alternatively, we recommend an alternative, the Mountain Buggy Double Trailblazer for families that love to explore. This clever buggy is a single pushchair that can be converted into a double stroller with infant car seat by adding an additional seat or carrycot (depending on the model). Its super-smooth ride is ideal for rough terrain and has lots of clever features that will ensure that everyone is happy.

Do you require an effective business travel system?

double jogging stroller buggies are great to transport your children around in comfort however they're not the ideal purchase for every family. Based on your lifestyle and the age gap between your kids you might be able to make do using a single stroller with certain attachments such as toddler harnesses and baby carriers 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 in a row, so that your children will be able to be able to see each other. These buggies are wider than a single stroller, and may be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. Tandem buggies are compact that has one seat at the front and another at the back. However they can be quite heavy and difficult to push.

Convertible double buggies are fantastic because they allow you to convert your single stroller into double buggy by attaching an infant bassinet or car seat to the frame. You can keep your baby in the car seat until he or she is ready to move up into the buggy seat. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a great example 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 get older and more capable and able, you can get a double buggy to take them to bicycle rides or for day trips where they might prefer walking. It's important to remember that your kids may not always like to be in a stroller and might get tired and angry on longer outings.

So, before you make the decision to buy a double buggy at the time of birth make sure you think about the above points and the specific circumstances of your family. Having a sturdy and reliable double stroller can simplify your life particularly if you have to travel through busy streets or crowded shopping centres.