Buying a Convertible Single to Double Stroller

The news that you're expecting your second child is among the most exciting things you can hear. Making preparations for your family's new baby can be a challenge.

The choice of the best double stroller is one of them. This article will review the options available and provide some tips on how to select the right one for you and your growing family.

Convertible double prams

If you're looking for a baby stroller that can grow with your family and your family, a convertible single double pram is a great option. These clever frames, like the Cybex Aton 4 Twin, expand widthways to accommodate a second seat. They usually come with the option of an additional shopping basket, or two car seat pram seats/car carrycots (with upper adapters and lower adapters readily available) to allow you to start your family with one buggy and then upgrade to twins without needing to purchase a new pram and again. They usually offer more configuration and seating options for children and adults than other models of double prams and will offer better weight distribution, so they're generally easier to maneuver. Pros: Easy to use small and compact. Cons: Less storage and less space for both children and parents compared to some other designs.

Tandem (in-line) double prams

The name suggests that tandem prams have two bassinets or seats for prams that are aligned one ahead of the other. Tandem prams are generally smaller than double prams that are side-by-side. They are also easier to maneuver through doors and public transport. However they don't have enough storage space, and may be more difficult to access when both seats are in use when your child is in the front seat.

Some parents who are first-time parents choose tandem strollers to protect their investment in case they have more children with the same age. A popular example is our DUO2 pram that is initially designed as a single stroller and can be converted to a twin stroller (check out this one from articlescad.com) with the addition of the second seat. It is also possible to convert it to a single stroller if your child is older and outgrows the buggy.

Tandem prams come in a variety of designs and include the option for infants to be placed in a bassinet for the pram on top, while an older child sits in the seat below. Many can be converted into a travel system by incorporating a car capsule placed in the top seat.

To give you the maximum flexibility, a side-by-side double pram allows both kids to take the ride in tandem and interact as they go. This will help prevent them from fighting or getting up.

A side-by-side is also the ideal choice for grandparents who want to get in on the fun - they can push both kids around and assist with shopping, running errands, or attending events. They're usually cheaper than a tandem stroller, strollers strollers; see post, so they can be a great way to introduce grandchildren to babysitting.

Single prams

A single pram is only able to allow for 1 seat or bassinet/carry-cot. It is typically suitable from newborn until around. four years old. A lot of single prams allow a toddler board to be attached to the back, so that a second child can sit or stand (depending on the type of toddler board) while you push the stroller along.

Some parents who are first-time parents opt to secure their pram for the future purchase by buying a double option such as our DUO2. This means you'll use the pram in a single mode while you have a single child and then convert it into a tandem in-line double pram once bub number two is born. This can save you the expense and stress of purchasing an additional double pram.

Tandem or in-line double prams are a bit bigger than side-by-side double prams, yet they are more maneuverable on footpaths and in shops. They are more difficult to use while running and require more effort to push them up and down hills.

They are wider than tandem or in-line double prams however they are an excellent choice for children who are close in age. They can view each the other and interact from their seats. They are more difficult to maneuver than tandem strollers and might not pass through standard doors as easily.

Non-convertible side by side prams are not suitable for use in single mode - you will have to buy a new pram or stroller for your youngest child. They are less expensive and last longer than convertible double strollers since they were not intended to be used in double and single modes. The main downside is that your older child will soon outgrow the side-by-side seat and will need to be moved to a toddler's seat which could be costly.