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Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller is vital if you are expecting twins or have two children who are similar in age. The best ones provide different ways for your children to ride with you, including side-by-side seating as well as the ability to attach a rider's board.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's favourite stroller. It can adapt to the needs of your family seamlessly. It can be used with two infant car seats and a toddler seat. This makes it a great choice for twins.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the ideal twin stroller for families that need a stylish, double side-byside stroller. It's a larger than the other Bugaboo models however, it is solid and built to last. It has a handlebar that is adjustable that retracts and extends easily. It also has a fantastic reach, so it is easy for my 6'1 husband to push, even when fully loaded.
Seats are large and can be placed so that one child sits in front of another or so that children face each other. The seats can recline independently of each other. The canopies are big, covering both seat fabrics if desired. However, they don't provide enough ventilation, which makes them appear like a small oven on hot days. They do not have a peek-a-boo window to see the children.
This stroller features a unique feature that allows it to expand with your family. It can be converted from one seat (Mono Mode) to the double side by side stroller. It is the only double stroller convertible that can do this. It can be used in conjunction with baby bassinets or a car seat.
It is easy to maneuver on smooth surfaces and can handle slopes and steps with ease. The only issue is that it could be difficult to navigate crowded shops and restaurants. It is difficult to fold the seat down, particularly if it is connected. It is still compact and can be accessed through the majority of doors.
There is an additional storage bin that can be tucked away on the frame to the front seat in mono mode. This is useful for groceries and other supplies. The main storage basket beneath the seats is huge and can accommodate up to 100 pounds. This is more than any stroller we have listed!
Uppababy Vista v2
This is among the most popular twin pushchair from birth strollers for newly borns. It is compatible with a range of bassinets and infant car seats (adapters sold separately) and can be used as a double umbrella stroller stroller right out of the box. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters let you use two infant car seats at once.
In comparison to the original Vista, the V2 has made a few improvements to make it even better. The toddler seat has been raised by half an inch, the footrest is bigger and the canopy comes with an extra fabric extension that zips out. The harness is also modernized in that it does not need to be re-threaded. This makes it easier to adjust.
The stroller is fairly large wheels (8 in front and 11.5 in the back) with a strong suspension, so it can easily handle any terrain. The rubber wheels on the front are ideal for navigating rocks and gravel, while the tread on the rear wheels is better for sidewalks and grassy hills.
Another great feature is the possibility to connect a child's bicycle to the front of the stroller, making it an excellent option for those who aren't interested in using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. If you have a child old enough to stand up and walk, the Vista stroller can accommodate an additional child using its piggyback board accessory.
Vista is a simple device to use. Vista is simple to use and install. However, it takes some time to get rid of the protective packaging. The instructions are easy to follow and there's also a YouTube video available should you require further assistance.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the latest version of this popular stroller that is designed to appeal to modern families who value style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting improvements such as a built-in foot rest and a reclining seat, which promises the best comfort for children on long walks and jogging. Its sleek, agile design improves its mobility.
It's extremely light, making it easy to push and swift to accelerate on the open road. Its suspension can take on sudden changes in the surface (such as pavement to grass) and the large tires provide enough traction for any terrain. It is able to climb kerbs with no trouble and it turns in tight spaces such as city streets with ease. It's even a breeze to navigate narrow sidewalks and overcrowded parks.
Although the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it retains the classic Thule features that make it an ideal jogger for parents. The huge canopy offers great sun protection, comes with an easy peekaboo, a high quality harness system and a handbrake that's perfectly adjusted. It also has ideal storage, including in-seat storage pockets as well as a large cargo basket that holds up to 15 pounds, with a zip-top cover.
This Thule jogger comes with a bassinet for strolling babies, as well as a smallest double buggy version that can hold two children. It comes with car seat adapters, so you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also has an one-handed folding system to help you transport it or store. It's also a green choice since it is made of dyed-solution fabric in black and white color options.
Cortina Together
Created for the growing family, Cortina Together offers parents various seating options that let them adjust to each child's individual needs and preferences. The two stroller seats of the double stroller come with reclined backrests and canopies that are separate. The seats are also designed to accept Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the number one rated infant car seat, in both the rear and front seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A large, zip-up basket in the rear offers ample storage space for the gear. The handle is padded to allow for dad or mom. The tandem double stroller's suspension and wheels ensure a smooth ride on all terrains and the 1-touch rear brakes that are linked and have a toe-tap activated make stopping a breeze.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well for ease of use. This metric is based on how simple it is to fold and set up the stroller and adjust the safety harness and open and close the snack tray, engage and deengage the brakes, then lift and carry the folded stroller as if placing it in a trunk and for double strollers compatible install and remove an infant car seat.
This model isn't perfect. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded and puts it closer to the extreme end of our metrics. In addition, it is not able to see clearly in the back seat when a car seat is installed. The front tray release isn't always easy to use, particularly when used for a long time. However, despite these issues, we think that this is an excellent stroller for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side double running stroller Stroller is an affordable, lightweight stroller ideal for families with two children. The front swivel-lock wheels turn to allow it to be maneuvered on flat surfaces, and secure for stability on bumpy surfaces which makes it easy to get where you'd like to go. It has an umbrella that folds compactly and can be closed in a matter of seconds. It also stands upright to make moving it easier. Its aluminum frame that is lightweight, foam handle and carrying strap makes it one of the easiest double strollers to lift in our tests.
This side-by-side stroller offers seating that reclines independently and foot rests for maximum comfort for both kids. Its large canopy can offer UPF 50 sun protection, and it has a peekaboo window that allows for easy monitoring. We would like to see the canopy vented to let in more airflow though. We also didn't love that the cup holder sits quite high on the frame, which means you'll have to bend down to access it.
In our tipping-test in our tipping-test, the Jeep was able to tip over at a 39 degree angle, which is more than average for the double pram. It's also a little heavier than our top picks, but it does provide a decent amount of storage space for its price and has plenty of padding on the seats and handle.
This stroller is multi-functional and has three modes. It can be used as a wagon (for stuff) as well as a jogger mode (with two 5-point safety belts for children) or car seat mode. It can accommodate a single infant car seat. However, pediatricians advise that you wait until your child is 6 months old before you run with them. It comes in black and has a limited lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a parenting and outdoor journalist for more than 10 years. She has written about travel and food, shopping, technology and parenting, and has also contributed to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco, California with her husband and twin daughters aged 2 years.