You may have seen double prams on the high street before and while some of these designs can be quite unwieldy taking up all of the road and lambasting people out of their way as they progress down the road, it’s also true that if you choose wisely you’ll find that you neither need to get in everyone’s way as you pass or compromise on comfort for your loved ones. Looking after baby’s needs are after all top on every parents’ agenda though the thought of manoeuvring yourself around the shops can be quite intimidating if you’re used to only pushing single prams around.

Double prams have come a long way of late as manufacturers come to realise the benefits of investing in designs to suit the larger family as well for individual babies. This is good news if you’ve another on the way as it means that cheap double prams are now more adaptable than ever and not only suit twins but can adjust to suit the needs of a family with an age gap too.

Here are some handy tips if you’re looking for the kind that allow for different ages to get about in comfort and style together;

1 Flat Out!

Make sure the double buggy you choose has the option for either seat to lie completely flat. This option is not only especially useful for newborns but it also means that no matter which of your smalls feels like a nap, it’s only a few adjustments away and most importantly of all that your day can carry on as you’d planned.
Most double buggies assume you’re investing for twins so should carry this functionality but it’s well worth making sure that as well as the the usual seating setting you can lie your child completely flat as opposed to the reclining position that older children’s prams feature.

2 Make Sure You’ve Got a Way In!

The world of double buggies has moved on now so that you can get most through a standard door with no stress or discomfort to your kids but I would strongly suggest you check out the dimensions of any style you look at before you buy. No matter how many features your pram carries, it won’t make any difference if you can’t go about your normal day or get to the shops without trying to squeeze through gaps that weren’t designed for more than one buggy. Most good brands will have applied a slim-lining effect to their design as a natural feature to save on parent stress but rather than presume make sure in advance – after all if you live in a small town like I do where the shops were built many years ago it can be hard enough to get a single buggy in the door of your favourite shop or cafe sometimes!

3 Not Feeling the Squeeze

Another great way to tell different tandems apart is to investigate what size they are when they are folded down. As you will appreciate, double buggies take up more space than single models do – no matter how slimline they may be. This can be a problem when you’re going in the car or even trying to board a train which why it’s wise to examine this before any purchase. You’ll need space for more than just a buggy in your boot given that there are two travellers’ worth of extras to account for – let alone your own stuff!

4 Universal Features That Can Make Life Easier

a) Make sure the model you choose is comfortable for both parents. An adjustable handle for example may seem like a small consideration but when you think you’ll be pushing two children, it’s a good idea to ensure you can be comfortable while you do!

b) On top of that a removable safety barrier so that you can get to either of your babies quickly is a must

c) Since even one baby requires a changing bag, spare clothes food blankets etc. let’s think about how much stuff kids might need! In other words you’re going to need LOTS of space underneath your buggy after all you’ll be a wide enough load already without extra bags hanging off the handle!

d) Make sure both seats have five point harnesses as you can’t always be sure that an older child will want to sit in a given seat…. which can prove difficult to manage. Much easier to have a choice at moments like this!

Hopefully if you stick to these golden rules while surfing the net or trawling the shops you’ll find the pram that’s right for you! Either way get in contact with us at Rainbow Prams, it’s always good to hear feedback! Good luck!