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Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller is essential if you are expecting twins or if you have two children of the same age. The best ones offer multiple ways for your kids to ride with you, including side-by-side seating as well as an attachment for a rider board.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's favorite stroller. It can adapt to your family's needs seamlessly. It can be used with two infant car seats, as well as an infant seat. This makes it an excellent choice for twins.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the best double stroller for families who are looking for a stylish, side-byside double stroller. It's a bit bigger than other Bugaboo strollers, but it feels solid and built to last. It has a handlebar which can be adjusted to extend and retract easily. It also has a fantastic reach, making it easy for my husband of 6'1 to push, even when fully loaded.
The seats are large and can be positioned to place one child in front of the other or to have the children face each other. The seats can recline independently from each other. The canopies cover both fabric seats should you wish to. But they don't have adequate ventilation, so they could be like a tiny oven on hot days. There's no peek-a-boo window to see your children.
One of the most distinctive features of this stroller is its capacity to grow with your family from a single seat (Mono mode) all the way to a double side-by-side stroller. It is the only double stroller convertible that can do this. It can even be used with another car seat or bassinet for babies.
It is easy to navigate on smooth surfaces and is able to handle steps and slopes well. The only downside is that it could be difficult to navigate in busy restaurants and shops. It is also difficult to fold, especially when the seats are attached. It's still pretty compact though, and it can be tucked away easily.
There is a storage bin that fits on the frame next to the front seat in mono mode. It is great for grocery shopping and other things. The main storage basket underneath the seats is large and can accommodate up to 100 lbs. This is more than any stroller on our list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is among the best twin strollers for newborns. It can be used straight out of the box as a double stroller and is compatible with many bassies and infant car seats. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters let you use two infant car seats at once.
The V2 is an improved version of the original Vista. double buggy from birth is a half-inch higher, the footrest is more space, and the canopy comes with an extender fabric that zips out and provides additional coverage. Additionally, the harness has been modernized - it no longer needs to be re-threaded, making it easy to adjust.
The stroller is equipped with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a robust suspension system, which allows it to handle any terrain. The front wheels are rubber and are ideal for navigating rocks, gravel and cobblestones. While the rear wheels have more tread to tackle the grassy hills and sidewalks.
Another excellent feature is the capability to connect a child's bicycle to the front of the stroller, which is an excellent option for those who aren't interested in using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. And if you have an older child who is able to stand, the Vista can even fit an additional child with its piggyback ride-along board accessory.
The Vista is simple to use and set up, though it takes some time to take it out of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow and there is also a YouTube video available for assistance if you require more information.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the newest version of the popular stroller for all-terrain use. It's designed to draw the attention of modern families who value style, sustainability and adventure. It's got exciting new features like a built-in foot rest and a new reclining seat, which promises unbeatable comfort for children during long walks and jogs. Its sleek and agile design is also enhanced to allow for better maneuverability.
It is incredibly light, making it simple to drive and quick to accelerate on the road. Its suspension can handle abrupt changes in surface (like grass to pavement) effortlessly, and the large wheels offer ample traction for even the roughest of terrains. It is able to climb kerbs with no difficulty and can turn in tight spaces such as city streets with precision. Even narrow sidewalks and crowded park are no problem for it.
The brand new Urban Glide 3 is a superior jogger that gives parents an abundance of comfort and ease. It has a large canopy that provides great sun protection, a convenient peekaboo window a top-quality harness system and a handbrake integrated with an incredibly tuned lever. It also comes with plenty of storage options, including inside-seat storage pockets as well as a large cargo basket that holds up to 15 pounds, with an open-top cover.
This Thule Jogger also comes with an infant bassinet for strolling newborns, and a double version to accommodate two children. It also has car seat adapters, meaning that you can use the infant carrier of your child. It also comes with an one-handed folding system to make it easier to transport or store. It's also a green choice since it is made of dyed solution in its black and white color options.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for growing families and offers parents various seating options to accommodate the needs and preferences of each child. The double stroller's two standard stroller seats come with reclining backrests as well as 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) using the exclusive click-in attachment without the need for adding bars and straps, like many competing models require.
A padded 3-position handle comfortably can be used by dad or mom, and a zippered rear access large basket provides ample storage space for gear. The tandem double stroller's suspension and wheels provide a smooth ride over all terrains, and the one-touch linked rear brakes with toe-tap activation make stopping a breeze.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well for ease of use. This metric is based upon how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller. It also includes the ease with which it is to open and close the snack trays as well as engage and deengage brakes, lift the stroller when folded and then carry it as if it were the trunk of a car.
We did discover some flaws to this model, however. First, it's heavy. It weighs in at 36.6 pounds when fully loaded, which is closer to the extreme side of our metric, and is heavier than the average for this class of strollers. Additionally, it has limited visibility in the back seat when the car seat is fitted. Additionally, the front tray release is sometimes difficult to operate, especially when used for a long time. However, despite these issues, we still believe this is a fantastic double stroller that can keep up with your family for a long time.
Jeep Double Stroller
Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller - an affordable, lightweight stroller ideal for families with 2 children. The front lock wheels swivel and rotate for ease of maneuvering on flat surfaces and lock to give stability on bumpy surfaces. 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 moving it easier. Its aluminum frame is lightweight, and its foam handle and carrying strap makes it one of the easiest double strollers we have seen in our tests.
This stroller has reclined seats that can be independently adjusted for maximum comfort. Its large canopy can provide UPF 50 sun protection. It comes with a peekaboo view window to allow for easy monitoring. We would like to have the canopy vented to allow more airflow. We didn't like that the cup holder is quite high up on the frame. You'll need to bend down to reach it.
In our tipping-test in our tipping-test, the Jeep was able to tip over at a 39 degree angle, which is higher than the norm for a double pram. It's also heavier than our top picks, however, it has an adequate amount of storage space at a reasonable price and comes with a decent amount of padding in the seats as well as the handle.
The stroller is multi-functional and features three modes. It can be used as a cart (for stuff) or Jogger mode (with two safety belts with five points for children) or car seat mode. It can be used with an car seat for an infant. However, pediatricians advise that you wait until your child is six months old to jog with them. It is available in black and comes with a limited warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a parenting and outdoor journalist for over 10 years. She has written about travel, food, shopping, tech and parenting, and has 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.