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Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
If you're expecting twins or have two children that are close in age, a double stroller is essential. The top double strollers offer multiple ways to ride for your children, including side by side seating and an attachment for boards.
The Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono is Lauren Ro's top stroller. It adapts to your family's needs seamlessly. It can accommodate two infant car seats as well a toddler car seat which makes it an ideal option for twins as young as.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the best double stroller for families who are looking for a stylish, side-byside double stroller. It's a little bigger than other Bugaboo strollers however, it is solid and built to last. It comes with a handlebar that can be adjusted to retract and extend easily. It also has a fantastic reach, so it's easy for my husband of 6'1 to push, even when loaded.
Seats are comfortable and can be positioned so that one child sits on top of the other or so that the children are facing each one. They can also recline separately from each other. The canopies are large and cover both seat fabrics when desired. They're not very ventilated, so they can appear like an oven on hot days. There is no peek-a-boo to see your kids.
One of the most unique features of this stroller is its capacity to adapt to your family's needs from one seat (Mono mode) to grow to a double side-by-side stroller. This is the only double stroller convertible to do this. It can also be used in conjunction with another bassinet or car seat for infants.
It is simple to use on smooth surfaces, and it can handle slopes and stairs well. It can be a challenge to maneuver around busy stores and restaurants. It can be difficult to fold the seat down, especially if it's connected. It is still fairly compact, and can be tucked away easily.
In mono mode, there's a storage bin next to the front seats. This is ideal for groceries and other items. The main storage basket underneath the seats is huge and can support up to 100 pounds, which is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This is among the top twin strollers for new borns. It is compatible with a variety of bassinets and infant car seats (adapters are sold separately) and can be used as a double stroller straight out of the box. The Vista Upper and Vista Lower adapters let you use two infant car seats simultaneously.
Comparatively to the first Vista, The V2 has made a few changes to make it better. The toddler seat is half an inch higher, the footrest is more space, and the canopy is equipped with an extender fabric that zips out and adds extra coverage. The harness has also been modernized, as it does not require re-threading. This makes it much easier to adjust.
The stroller is fairly large wheels (8'' in the front and 11.5'' in the back) with a sturdy suspension, which means it is able to handle a variety of terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are ideal for navigating gravel and rocks, while the tread on the rear wheels is better for grassy hills or sidewalks.
Another excellent feature is the possibility to attach a child's bike to the front of the stroller, which can be a handy option for those who aren't keen on using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. And if you have a child who is getting ready to stand and walk, the Vista can even fit an additional child with its piggyback ride along board accessory.
Vista is Vista is easy to use and set up, although it can take some time to remove all of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow, and there is an YouTube video in case you need help understanding the steps.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the newest version of this popular stroller for all-terrain use. It's designed to draw the attention of modern families who are a fan of style, sustainability, and adventure. It's got exciting new features such as a built-in foot rest and a reclined seat, which offers unbeatable comfort for children during long walks and jogging. Its sleek and agile design has also been enhanced for improved mobility.
It is extremely light, making it simple to drive and speedy to accelerate on the open road. Its suspension can handle abrupt changes in the surface (like pavement to grass) easily and the large wheels provide plenty of traction on even the most difficult terrain. It can climb kerbs without difficulty, and it can maneuver in tight spaces like city streets with ease. It's also easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and overcrowded parks.
While the new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it also retains the classic Thule characteristics that make it a top jogger for parents. It comes with a huge canopy that offers an excellent sun protection as well as an easy-to-see window that can be opened for peekaboo, a high-quality harness system, and an integrated handbrake with a perfectly in-tuned lever. It has plenty of storage space, including pockets on the seat as well as a huge cargo bag that can hold up to 15 lbs.
This Thule jogger comes with a bassinet to accommodate strolling infants, and a double version that can hold two children. It accepts car seat adapters so you can use the infant carrier of your child, and it features a simple fold that's one-handed to make it easy to transport or put away. It's also a green choice that uses dyed solution-dyed fabrics in black color options to minimize water consumption.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for families that are growing and offers parents various seating options to meet the preferences and needs of each child. The two seats in the double stroller feature reclining backrests, and canopies that are completely independent. The seats are also designed to accept Chicco's KeyFit or KeyFit 30, the number one baby car seat in both the rear and front seat. (Car seat sold separately).
A comfortable three-position handle can be used by dad or mom, and a rear zipper access large basket offers ample storage space for all of your gear. The suspension and wheels of the tandem double stroller ensure an easy ride on all terrains. The rear is linked with a single touch. breaks with toe-tap activated make stopping easy.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well in terms of ease of use. This metric is based upon how easy it is to fold and set up the stroller. It also reflects how easy it is for you to open and close the snack tray as well as engage and deengage brakes, lift the stroller that is folded and carry it like an actual trunk.
We did discover some flaws to this model, however. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds fully loaded which puts it close to the top of our metric. It also is not able to see clearly in the back seat when the car seat is in place. Lastly the front tray release can be difficult to operate, particularly after long-term use. However, despite these issues, we still think this is a great double stroller that will keep your family together for a long time.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is a lightweight, affordable stroller that is ideal for families with two kids. The front swivel-lock wheels turn to move on flat surfaces and lock for stability on bumpy surfaces which makes it easy to get where you'd like to go. It also has an umbrella fold that folds down in seconds and stands upright for easy transport. Its aluminum frame that is lightweight, carrying strap and handle made of foam makes it one of the easiest double strollers to lift during our tests.
This stroller has reclined seats that can be independently adjusted for maximum comfort. The large canopy provides UPF 50 protection, and comes with an open view for easy monitoring. We would prefer to have the canopy vented for more airflow. We also weren't thrilled that the cup holder sits quite high on the frame, which means you'll need to bend down to access it.
In our tipping-test it was found that the Jeep fell over at a 39 degree angle, which is higher than the norm for the double pram. It's also a bit heavier than our top picks but it offers an adequate amount of storage space at a reasonable price and comes with plenty of padding in the seats as well as the handle.
This versatile stroller has three modes that include wagon (just for things) and jogger (with two 5-point safety harnesses designed for children) and car seat mode. It can fit a single infant car seat. However, pediatricians advise that you wait until your child is six months old to jog with them. It comes in black and comes with a lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters has been a parenting and outdoor journalist for over a decade. She has written about travel and food, shopping, tech and parenting, and has also contributed to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and Forbes. She currently lives in San Francisco with her husband and twin daughters, aged 2 and 2.