Buying a Convertible Single to Double Stroller
The news that you're expecting your second child is one of the most exciting things you can hear. Preparing your family for the new addition can be challenging.
One of them is choosing the most suitable double pram to meet your requirements. This article will discuss the options available and offer some guidelines on how to select the ideal pram for your growing family.
Convertible double prams
A convertible single-to-double stroller is an excellent choice if you want a pram that can grow with your family. These innovative frames such as the Cybex Aton 4 Twin expand the width to accommodate an additional seat. They also have the possibility of adding a grocery basket, or two car seats/carseats (with upper and lower adapters). This enables you to begin your family with just a single buggy and then upgrade when you have twins. These double prams offer more seating and configuration options for both children compared to other models. They also have a better weight distribution making them easier to move around. They are compact, easy to use, and versatile. Cons: Less storage space and less space for both children and parents compared to other designs.
Tandem (in-line) double prams
As the name suggests, tandem prams have two bassinets or seats that are aligned one over the other. Tandem prams tend to be more compact than double prams which are side by side. They are also easier to maneuver through doorways and in public transport. They do not have the same amount of storage space and can be difficult to access when both seats are being used, especially when your child is in the front seat.
Some first-time parents opt for Baby gear a tandem stroller in order to safeguard their investment should they have children with the same age. A popular model is our DUO2 pram for newborn, which is designed as a single buggy and can be converted to a twin stroller with the addition of an additional seat. It is also possible to convert it to a single stroller when your child is older and outgrows the buggy.
Tandem prams come in a variety of designs and include the option for an infant to lie in a pram bassinet on top, while an older child is seated in the seat below. Most tandem prams pushchairs can be converted to a travel system by adding car capsules to the top seat.
To give you the maximum flexibility, a side-by-side double pram lets both children enjoy the ride together and have fun while they travel. This can help to avoid getting up or fighting over toys, and the fact that they're sitting near to one another means you can easily get through doors and other obstacles easily.
A side-by-side can be the ideal choice for grandparents who want to get in on the fun - they can push both kids around and help out with shopping, running errands, or attending events. They're usually less expensive than a tandem pram Double which makes them ideal for introducing grandkids to babysitting duties.
Single prams
A single pram only allows one seat or a bassinet/carry cot - it is usually suitable from birth up to around. 4 years old. Many single prams permit toddler boards (depending on the type of toddler board you pick) to be tacked to the back so that another child can stand or sit, while you push chairs and prams the stroller.
Some parents who are first-time parents opt to protect their pram from future damage purchase by purchasing double options like our DUO2. You can use it in a single mode until you have a second child and then convert it to a tandem inline double pram when your second baby stroller is born. This will eliminate the hassle and cost of purchasing an additional double stroller.
In-line or tandem double prams can be a little wider than side-byside double prams however, they are still much more maneuverable on busy sidewalks and inside shops. However, they can be more difficult to use during jogging and will require greater effort to push when you're climbing or descending hills.
Side by side prams are more spacious than tandem or in-line double prams but are a good choice when you are planning to have two children of similar age. The children can see and interact with each other from their seats. However, they are not as mobile and might not be able to fit through standard doorways as easily as a tandem stroller.
Non-convertible side-by-side prams cannot be used in single mode. You will need to buy another pram or a stroller to accommodate your children who are younger. They are less expensive and last longer than double strollers with convertibles since they were not intended to be used in double and single mode. The biggest drawback is that your older child might quickly outgrow a side-by-side and require to be shifted to a toddler's seat. This can be expensive.