Guide To Pram Double: The Intermediate Guide To Pram Double

Buying a Convertible Single to Double Stroller

The news that you are expecting your second child is among the most exciting things you can hear. Making preparations for your family's new baby can be difficult.

One of them is choosing the right double pram for your needs. This article will discuss the options available and offer some guidelines on how to select the right one for you and your growing family.

Convertible double prams for sale

A convertible single to double folding stroller is a great choice if you want a pram that can grow with your family. These clever frames, Pushchairs Prams like the Cybex Aton 4 Twin, can be expanded in width to accommodate a second seat. They will typically have the option of adding an additional shopping basket or two car seats/car carrycots (with upper adapters and lower adapters available) to allow you to start your family with one buggy and later upgrade to twins without having to purchase a new one and again. They usually have more configurations and seating options for both children than other styles of double prams, and offer better weight distribution, so they are generally easier to maneuver. Pros: Compact, easy to use and versatile. Cons: Less space and storage for both children as in comparison to other designs.

Tandem (in-line) double prams

The name suggests that tandem prams have two bassinets or seats for prams that are positioned one in front of the other. They are generally smaller than side-by-side double prams and can be easier to manoeuvre through doors and on public transport. However, they don't have enough storage space, and are more difficult to access when both seats are in use when your child is in the front seat.

Some parents who are first-time parents choose a tandem stroller in order to safeguard their investment in the event that they have children with the same age. A popular example is our DUO2 pram that is initially designed as a single buggy and can be converted to a twin stroller by the addition of an additional seat. It is also possible to convert it to a single stroller if your older child outgrows the buggy.

Tandem prams come in a range of configurations with the option of infants to be placed in a bassinet for the pram on top while an older child is seated in the seat below. Most can also be transformed into a travel system by incorporating a car capsule placed in the top of the seat.

A side-by-side double stroller lets the children to ride together and converse as they go. This will stop them from getting up.

A side-byside is also the ideal choice for grandparents looking to join in the fun. They can carry both children around and help out with shopping, running errands or attending events. They are often cheaper than tandem prams, which makes them an excellent choice for grandparents who want to help with babysitting.

Single prams

A single pram only allows for 1 seat or bassinet/carry-cot. It is usually suitable from birth until around. Four years old. A lot of single prams allow a toddler's board to be attached to the back, so that the second child can stand or sit (depending on the kind of toddler board) while you push chairs and prams the stroller along.

Some parents who are first-time parents opt to protect their pram from future damage purchase by purchasing a double option such as our DUO2. This means that you can use the pram in a single mode when you have just one child, and then switch it into a tandem double pram after baby number two is born. This can save you the expense and stress of purchasing an additional double Pram Double.

In-line or tandem double pushchairs prams pushchairs may be a little wider than side-byside double prams however, they are still much easier to manoeuvre on busy footpaths and inside shops. However, they are more difficult to use when jogging and will require greater effort to push when going up or down hills.

Side by side prams are larger than tandem or in-line double prams but are a great option if you plan to have two children of similar age - the children will be able to see and interact with one another from their seats. However, they are less maneuverable and could not pass through doors as easily as tandem strollers.

Non-convertible side by side prams are not usable in single mode. You must purchase a different pram or stroller for your younger child. However, they offer the benefit of being a cheaper option and will last for longer than double prams that convert, as they are not built to be used in both single and double modes. The biggest drawback is that your older child will soon outgrow the side-byside seat and will need to be transferred to a toddler's seat, which can be costly.