5 Twin Stroller Lessons From Professionals

Best Twin Stroller For Newborns

A double stroller is vital if you are expecting twins or have two children of similar ages. The best strollers offer multiple ways for your kids to ride such as side-by-side seating, and a rider board attachment.

Lauren Ro, a writer and strategist, has a favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, that is a perfect fit as your family expands. It can accommodate two infant car seats as well a toddler seat, making it a great choice for twins from birth.

Bugaboo Donkey

This is the top double stroller for families who are looking for a stylish, side-by-side double stroller. It is a bit larger than other Bugaboo strollers however, it is solid and built to last. It has a handlebar that is adjustable that extends and retracts easily. It has a decent reach, so my husband who is 6'1" is able to easily push it when he is fully loaded.

Seats are comfortable and can be placed in a way that one child is on top of the other or so that children face each one. The seats can recline independently of one other. The canopies are huge, covering both seat fabrics if desired. They're not a lot of ventilation which makes them be like an oven on hot days. They do not have a peek-a-boo window to see the children.

This stroller comes with an exclusive feature that allows it to grow with your family. It can convert from a single seat (Mono Mode) to the double side by side stroller. This is the only double stroller convertible to do this. It can also be used in conjunction with an additional bassinet or car seat for babies.

It is easy to navigate on smooth surfaces and handles slopes and steps well. It can be a challenge to maneuver around busy eateries and shops. It is also difficult to fold up, especially when the seats are tucked away. It's still quite small, however, and does fit through most doors easily.

In mono mode, there's an storage bin located next to the front seats. It is great for grocery shopping and other items. The main storage basket underneath the seats is large and can hold up to 100 lbs which is more than any other stroller on this list!

Uppababy Vista v2

This stroller is one of the best twin strollers for newborns. It can be used with a variety of bassinets and infant car seats (adapters sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller straight out of the box. It can even accommodate two bassinets or infant car seats at the same time when you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.

The V2 is a more refined version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is half an inch higher, the footrest is more space, and the canopy comes with a zip-out fabric extender that gives extra coverage. The harness has been updated since it doesn't need to be re-threaded. This makes it easier to adjust.

The stroller is fairly large wheels (8 inches in front and 11.5 in the back) with strong suspension, so it is able to easily navigate a variety of terrain. The front wheels are rubber, which makes them ideal for navigating through rocks, gravel and cobblestones. While the rear wheels have more tread to tackle paths and grassy hills.

A child's bicycle can be attached to the front of a stroller. This is a great option for parents who don't want to use a car seat. And if you have an older child who is ready to stand, the Vista can even fit an additional child with its piggyback ride along board.

Vista Vista is easy to use and to install. However, it takes some time to get rid of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow, and there's an YouTube video if you need assistance in understanding the steps.

thule double stroller Urban Glide 3

The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the latest version of this popular all-terrain stroller and it's designed to draw the attention of modern families who value style, sustainability and adventure. It's got exciting new features including a built-in feet rest and a reclined seat, which offers unmatched comfort for children during long walks and jogs. Its sleek and agile design has been enhanced to allow for better mobility.

It's incredibly lightweight, making it easy to push and quick to accelerate on the road. Its suspension is able take on sudden changes in the surface (such as grass turning to pavement) and the oversized tires are able to withstand any terrain. It can easily move up kerbs and around tight spaces such as city streets. Even narrow sidewalks and parks with lots of people are no problem for it.

The new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that offers parents a great deal of comfort and ease. The huge canopy offers great sun protection, comes with a convenient peekaboo as well as a premium harness system and a handbrake that is perfectly tuned. It has plenty of storage space, including pockets in the seat and a large cargo bag that can accommodate up to 15 pounds.

This Thule Jogger comes with a bassinet for strolling babies, as well as a double version that can hold two children. It has car seat adapters, so you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also comes with an easy-folding system that can be folded with one hand to make it easier to transport or store. It also comes in a green option that uses solution-dyed fabrics in its black hues to cut down on water consumption.

Cortina Together

Cortina Together is designed for growing families and offers parents the option of seating to meet the preferences and needs of every child. The double stroller's two standard seats have reclining backrests and independent canopies. They're also designed to accept one of Chicco's top-rated KeyFit or KeyFit 30 infant car seats in the front seat and rear seat (car seat sold separately) with the exclusive click-in attachment that eliminates the need for additional straps and bars, as other models that require.

A comfortable three-position handle accommodates mom or dad, and a rear zipper access large basket offers ample storage space for your gear. The suspension and wheels of the tandem double stroller offer an easy ride on all terrains. The 1-touch linked rear breaks when you tap it, making stopping easy.

In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well in terms of ease of use. This metric is based on how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller and to adjust the safety harness and open and close the snack tray, engage and disengage the brakes, lift and carry the folded stroller like you would put it in a trunk, and for compatible double strollers double strollers install and remove an infant car seat.

We did discover some flaws to this model, however. First, it's heavy. It weighs in at 36.6 pounds when fully loaded and is closer to the beast side of our metric than the average for this group of strollers. Additionally, it has limited visibility in the back seat when the car seat is fitted. The front tray release isn't always easy to use, particularly when used for a long time. However, despite these issues, we believe that this is a great stroller for your family.

Jeep Double Stroller

The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side double stroller with infant car seat Stroller is a lightweight, affordable stroller that's perfect for families with two kids. The front swivel-lock wheels turn to allow it to be maneuvered on flat surfaces, and secure for stability on bumpy surfaces, making it easy to travel wherever you'd like to go. It also has a compact umbrella fold that can be closed in a matter of seconds, and it stands upright for easy transport. Its aluminum frame is lightweight, and its carrying strap and handle made of foam makes it one of the easiest double strollers we have seen in our tests.

This stroller has independent reclining seats to ensure maximum comfort. The canopy is large enough to provide UPF 50 sun protection. It comes with a peekaboo view window for easy monitoring. We'd like to see the canopy ventilated to allow for more airflow, however. We didn't like the fact that the cup holder is quite high up on the frame. You'll need to bend down to reach it.

In our test of tipping, the Jeep fell over at a 39-degree angle which is a bit higher than the average for a double stroller. It's also heavier than our top picks however, it has a decent amount of storage space for the price and comes with a decent amount of padding on the seats and handle.

This versatile stroller has three modes: wagon (just for things) as well as Jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses for kids) and car seat mode. It can be used with one infant car seat, however, pediatricians suggest waiting until your child is six months old before running with them and one year old before letting them go on rough terrain. It is available in black with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters is a parenting and outdoor journalist who has written about shopping, travel technology, food, and parenting for over a decade and has been published in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco, California with her husband and twin daughters who are 2 years.