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Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller is vital if you are expecting twins or if you have two children of similar ages. The best ones provide different ways for your children to ride such as side-by-side seating, and a rider board attachment.
Strategist writer Lauren Ro's favorite is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, that is a perfect fit as your family grows. It can hold two infant car seats as well an infant seat which makes it an ideal choice for twins from birth.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the best Double Prams For Newborn And Toddler 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 feels sturdy and built to last. It comes with a handlebar that can be adjusted to retract and extend easily. It also has a great reach, so it's easy for my husband of 6'1 to push, even when loaded.
Seats are large and can be placed so that one child sits behind another or so that children are facing each one. The seats can recline independently of each other. The canopies cover both seat fabrics should you wish to. They don't have much ventilation and can appear like an oven on hot days. They do not have a peek-a-boo window that allows children to peek in.
One of the most unique aspects of this stroller is its ability to adapt to your family's needs from a single to double buggy seat (Mono mode) all the way up to a double side-by-side stroller. This is the only double stroller convertible that can do this. It can also be used with another bassinet or car seat for babies.
It is easy to use on smooth surfaces, and it is able to handle stairs and slopes with ease. It can be a challenge to maneuver around busy restaurants and shops. It can be a bit difficult to fold the seat down, especially if it's attached. It's still quite compact, and can be tucked away easily.
There is an extra storage bin that can be tucked away on the frame next to the front seat in mono mode. This is ideal for shopping and other things. The main storage basket beneath the seats is huge and can hold up 100 pounds. This is more than any stroller we have listed!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is one of the best twin strollers designed for newborns. It can be used straight out of box as a double infant stroller stroller and is compatible with a variety of bassies and infant car seats. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters allow you to use two infant car seats at the same time.
The V2 is a redesigned version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is about an inch taller, the footrest has more space, and the canopy is equipped with an extender fabric that zips out and provides additional coverage. The harness has also been modernized since it doesn't need to be re-threaded. This makes it easier to adjust.
The stroller comes with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a sturdy suspension system that allows it to navigate any terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are ideal to navigate through rocks and gravel, while the tread on the rear wheels is better for sidewalks and grassy hills.
A child's bike can be connected to the front of a stroller. This is a great solution for parents who don't want to use a car seat. If you have a child who is old enough to stand up and walk, the Vista stroller can accommodate an additional child using its piggyback board accessory.
The Vista is simple to use and set up, however it takes some time to remove all of the protective packaging. The instructions are easy to follow, and there's also a YouTube video to help should you require further assistance.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the latest version of the popular stroller for all-terrain use. It's made to attract modern families that value style, sustainability and adventure. It features exciting upgrades, including a built-in leg rest and a new reclined seat that offers unbeatable comfort for children who take long jogs and walks. Its sleek and agile design has also been upgraded to improve its maneuverability.
It's extremely light, making it easy to push and easy to accelerate when you're hitting the open road. Its suspension handles sudden changes in surfaces (like pavement to grass) with ease and the large wheels provide ample traction even on the most difficult terrains. It's able to climb over kerbs and turn tight spaces such as city streets. It's also easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and crowded parks.
The new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that gives parents plenty of comfort and ease. This includes an oversized canopy that offers an excellent sun protection as well as a convenient peekaboo window a top-quality harness system and a handbrake integrated with a perfectly in-tuned lever. It also comes with ample storage, with in-seat storage pockets and a huge cargo basket that can hold up to 15 pounds and comes with an open-top cover.
This Thule Jogger comes with a bassinet for strolling infants, and a double version that can fit two children. It is compatible with car seat adapters so that you can use your child's infant carrier, and it has a quick one-handed fold to make it easy to carry or store. It also comes in a green option with dyed solution-dyed fabrics in black colors to reduce water consumption.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for growing families and offers parents a variety of seating options to accommodate the preferences and needs of each child. The double stroller's two standard stroller seats feature reclining backrests and independent canopies. The seats are also designed to accommodate Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the number one baby car seat that is rated the highest in both the front and rear seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A large, zipper-accessible basket in the rear offers ample storage space for your gear. The handle is padded to fit dad or mom. The suspension and wheels of the tandem double stroller ensure an easy ride across all terrains. The rear is linked with a single touch. breaks when activated by a toe-tap, making stopping simple.
In our Strollers & Multiples laboratory tests, Cortina Together received high marks for ease of usage. This is based on how easy it is to set up and fold the stroller and to adjust the safety harness and open and close the snack tray, disengage and engage the brakes, and lift and carry the stroller as if placing it into a trunk, and for double strollers compatible, install and remove the infant car seat.
The model has a few flaws. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded which puts it close to the top of our metric. Additionally, it has a limited view from 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. Despite these issues we still believe that this is a great stroller to have for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is a lightweight double stroller, affordable stroller that's perfect for families with two kids. Its front swivel-lock wheels rotate to allow it to be maneuvered on flat surfaces and ensure stability on bumpy ones making it easy to go where you'd like to go. It comes with an umbrella that folds down compactly and can be closed in just a few seconds. It can also stand upright to make transporting it simpler. Its light aluminum frame along with the foam handles and straps for carrying make it one of the most easy-to-lift double strollers in our tests.
This stroller with a side-by-side design offers seating that reclines independently and foot rests to ensure maximum comfort for both kids. Its large canopy offers UPF 50 protection and also comes with a peekaboo view to make it easy for monitoring. We would prefer to have the canopy vented for more airflow. We also weren't thrilled the fact that the cup holder is very high on the frame, which means you'll have to bend down to access it.
In our tipping-test, the Jeep tipped over at a 39-degree angle, which is higher than average for double prams. It's also a bit heavier than our top picks but it does provide a decent amount of storage space for its cost and has ample padding in the seats as well as the handle.
This stroller is multi-functional, and has three modes. It can be used as a walker (for stuff) or the jogger mode (with two 5-point safety belts for kids) as well as a car seat mode. It can accommodate one car seat for infants, however, pediatricians suggest waiting until your child is 6 months old before jogging with them and 1 year old before letting them go on rough terrain. It comes in black and comes with a lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a journalist in the field of parenting and outdoor for more than a decade. She has written about travel and food, shopping, technology and parenting, and she's also contributed to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco with her husband and twin daughters who are 2 years old.