It probably seems like it wasn’t long ago that you were choosing your twins’ first stroller, but now it's time to think about a big-kid stroller. We hope these suggestions will help!
Step 1: Decide on the type of stroller that best accommodates your family
There are generally two types of strollers for twins, each with pros and cons.
The seats are side-by-side
Pros
- Folds compactly;
- Both babies are in the same line of sight;
- The babies can interact;
- Both have plenty of legroom.
Cons
- Poor maneuverability;
- May not fit through a doorway.
Seats are one behind the other
Pros
- Fits through any door;
- Maneuverable.
Cons
- May not fit in a small elevator;
- It may be difficult to see the baby that sits in the back.
Avoid choosing a twin stroller just by seeing them. Make sure to measure the dimensions of your doorways, elevator (if you use one frequently), and the trunk of your car. Keep in mind that your stroller will go everywhere with you, so it should be practical [1].
Step 2: Make sure it is safe
- If the seats are side by side, there should be no gaps between them because children tend to put their fingers everywhere.
- The footrest should be a single piece across the width of the stroller; a child’s foot or leg can get caught in the space between two separate footrests [2].
- If the seats are attached one behind the other, the design must allow the baby riding in the back to be visible [2]. This usually means the rear seat is higher than the front one.
Step 3: Evaluate practicality
- Make sure that the seats recline independently of each other. This option is handy when one child sleeps and the other is awake.
- Check the description to see what age the stroller is suitable for. If you plan to use it up until the children are three years old, it should withstand a weight of at least 30 kg, or anywhere from 36 to 44 kg for larger babies.
