Selecting a Double Stroller With Infant Car Seat
A double stroller that includes an infant car seat is essential for twins or two kids with similar ages. If you're considering buying a stroller, you should think about your budget as well as how long you intend to use it for.
Kate says she was pleased with the stroller's lightweight and easy to maneuver. She also appreciated the fact that it folds easily, although she found the buckles with magnetic buckles difficult to secure.
Size
When choosing a double stroller and infant car seat size is an important consideration. Parents must be able to navigate the stroller with ease on the midst of crowded sidewalks and narrow subway gates, which means it should be fairly slim and compact. The stroller should also be small and easy to fold so that it can be tucked away in a vehicle trunk or small vehicle.
If you plan on having twins or children who are very close in age, think about purchasing a double stroller that has two seats that can accommodate infant car seats. These types of strollers are more expensive than other double strollers, but they have an extended stroller life and can be used into toddlerhood or even past. Our top pick is the UPPAbaby V2 Double, offers a range of seating configurations. It can be used with two toddler seats or infant seats that convert into bassinets.
We also love strollers that work with many different infant car seats and offers more models for families to choose from. The UPPAbaby vista, for example, can accept the UPPAbaby mesha as well as other infant car seats that come with adapters. It also works with the Baby Jogger Glider Board to accommodate a third person standing.
Some parents choose to buy a single-to-double stroller which can be adjusted to accommodate the needs of a second child, but we recommend purchasing what you need at the moment. You may have another child arrive later than you anticipated or your first child may not be in a position to walk. The seating arrangement in a double stroller that includes an infant car seat could also make or break the relationship between siblings particularly if they are close in age.
Weight
Double strollers weigh more than single models. Double strollers have two seats, and they carry more cargo. The weight of the stroller will be heavier. This is an important factor to consider when choosing your ideal model, especially if you plan on using it for long walks and jogging. The most efficient models are engineered to withstand the extra weight with a minimum of shifting or swinging.
It is also important to consider the long-term durability of a double-stroller. The top models provide quality build and seating configuration flexibility that suggests they'll last longer than less expensive rivals. The double-joovy bundle is one example. It has adapters to fit two infant car seats and can accommodate a secondary rider via a bassinet that attaches. This setup is suitable for twins, children of different ages or siblings with an age gap.
The Baby Trend Double Snap N'Go is a great alternative for parents on a tight budget since it can be transformed into a tandem stroller (single file) and accommodates two infant car seat. It's compact and lightweight and easy to maneuver, despite the additional weight.
Another budget-friendly option is the Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double. It's comparable to more expensive award winners and supports multiple seating configurations for kids of different ages and stages. Its side by side seat design is able to accommodate twins or children of various ages. It can also be customized with accessories like twin bassinets with dual canopies. The stroller can be folded easily and has a tiny footprint, making it easy to fit into a trunk. The stroller is not meant to be used until children can sit without assistance, so children younger than that will need to either be carried or put in a car seat.
Convenience
Seamlessly transferring your infant car seat from the car to the stroller can make family trips simpler and less stressful. Instead of trying to fold a stroller while keeping one hand on the infant and the other on a toddler, you can just click the seat in place and then begin moving. This convenience is especially useful during long trips, when you may not need to unbuckle or change your child's buckle every few minutes.
Many parents with twins opt for a travel system which can accommodate two infants in a car seat simultaneously. The Graco Fast Action Flip offers this functionality, and also comes with the option of a bench seat that could be used by older siblings. It's not compatible with all types of infant car seats and it's a bit heavy for some families.
Some parents prefer a double-stroller that has an adapter for carseats that is built-in, which works with all major infant car safety seats. Evenflo Pivot Xpand Combo offers a great value for the features it has. It's not the best double-stroller, as it only works with one. However, it's a good choice for a lot of families.
Other double strollers require a more complicated procedure to attach and remove the car seat. For instance the UPPAbaby vist double requires you to push down, and then hear a loud click, in order to know that it's securely secured. It's more difficult to use in parking spaces particularly when you have hungry or tired children. While it grows with your family, we don’t think it's the best choice for parents with twins. You'll need to buy an additional toddler chair when your children are old enough.
Durability
A double stroller with an infant car seat needs to be sturdy and built for long-term use. It must also be suitable for your lifestyle and budget, whether you plan to use it for a few years or more. When making a purchase take into consideration the fabric of the stroller and its components, like its tires.
A stroller with a large and deep basket is able to hold plenty of diapers, groceries and other items. A large parent console with cup holders is also beneficial, as is a sun canopy which provides adequate coverage. Make sure that the stroller is able to handle off-road terrain and narrow city sidewalks.
Parents of twins may choose a stroller that is side-by-side for the same level of visibility and accessibility to both children, whereas parents with children with different ages may prefer a tandem style that allows the rear child to be raised or lower. Tandem strollers weigh more than single strollers, and can cause siblings to fight, especially if they have seats at different heights.
A stroller with a handlebar that is adjustable can help you adjust it to the ideal height for you and the one-hand fold mechanism is a useful feature. Another thing to look for is a compact footprint that can easily fit in your trunk, and requires little storage space.
A stroller that is modular like the CYBEX Gazelle S provides unbeatable flexibility that lets you mix and match seating units as well as cot attachments for multiples, twins, or one rider of different age groups. This high-end model's durable construction and the flexibility of seating configurations makes it a worthy investment if you plan to keep it for a number of years.
Safety
A great stroller should be safe for both children who are in the seat as well as the parent pushing them. Certified child safety technician Alli Cavasino suggests looking for strollers that have ergonomic handlebars, easy-to-use brakes and an adjustable seat harness. She also recommends avoiding accessories that add weight of the stroller for children, like ride-on boards and extra child seats.
A double stroller needs to be sturdy enough to maneuver various surfaces with ease including suburban sidewalks and parks trails. It should be strong enough to handle curbs and bumps without difficulty, but flexible enough to scale steep steps or climb steep incline. It should also be able to fold and fit into the trunk of a vehicle without compromising its size or maneuverability.
Parents with twins or siblings who are close in age might want to consider a stroller that can fit two car seats for infants. This allows them to transfer asleep children from the car to the stroller without having them wake up. A majority of our top-scoring strollers are compatible with two infant car seats like the Evenflo Pivot Xpand Double and the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double.
double pushchair is another alternative. It includes two infant car seats as well as an additional rumble chair which can be turned into a second one once your kids outgrow the car seat. It comes with stadium seating that has plenty of legroom and can be configured so that your children can face eachother or the world. It's not able to accommodate two bassinets or an infant car seat or riding board at the same time but it's an excellent choice for families with multiple young children.
