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Best Twin Stroller For Newborns
A double stroller will be essential if you're expecting twins or if you have two children of similar ages. The top double strollers provide multiple ways to ride for your children with side-by-side seating and an attachment for a board.
Lauren Ro, a writer and strategist who writes for the blog, loves is the Bugaboo Donkey 5 Mono, which is easily adapted as your family grows. It can fit two infant car seats and a toddler seat which makes it an ideal choice for twins from birth.
Bugaboo Donkey
This is the top double stroller for families who are looking for a stylish, side-by-side double stroller. It's a larger than the other Bugaboo models, but it feels solid and built to last. It has an adjustable handlebar that can be extended and retracted easily. It has a good reach so that my husband, who is 6'1", can easily push it when it is full of weight.
The seats are spacious and can be positioned to place one child behind the other, or to have the children face each other. The seats can recline independently of one other. The canopies are big and cover both seat fabrics when desired. But they don't have enough ventilation, which makes them appear like a small oven on hot days. They also don't have a peek-a-boo window to see the children.
One of the most distinctive features of this stroller is its ability to grow with your family from a single seat (Mono mode) all the way up to a double side-by-side stroller. It is the only stroller that can be converted that can do this! It can be used in conjunction with the bassinet for infants or a car seat.
It is a breeze to use on smooth surfaces, and it handles stairs and slopes well. It can be difficult to maneuver in crowded eateries and shops. It can be a bit difficult to fold the seat down, especially if it's connected. It's still compact and can be accessed through the majority of doors.
There is an additional storage bin that is attached to the frame, next to the front seat in mono mode. This is great for groceries and other supplies. The main storage basket underneath the seats is large and can accommodate up to 100 pounds which is more than any other stroller on this list!
Uppababy Vista v2
This stroller is among the best twin strollers designed for newborns. It can be used straight out of the box as a double stroller and is compatible with a variety of bassies and infant car seats. It can even accommodate two bassinets or infant car seats simultaneously if you purchase the Vista Upper and Lower adapters.
The V2 is a redesigned version of the original Vista. The toddler seat is now raised by half an inch, the footrest has been made bigger and the canopy comes with an extra fabric extension that zips out. The harness has been updated since it doesn't require re-threading. This makes it easier to adjust.
The stroller is equipped with large wheels (8" in front and 11.5" in the back) and a robust suspension system, which lets it navigate any terrain. The wheels made of rubber on the front are great to navigate through rocks and gravel and the tread on the rear wheels is more suitable for sidewalks or grassy hills.
Another excellent feature is the capability to connect a child's bike to the front of the stroller, which is a handy option for those who aren't keen on using an infant car seat or Rumbleseat. If you have a child who is ready to stand and walk, the Vista can also accommodate the third child using its piggyback ride-along board accessory.
The Vista is easy to use and set up, though it takes some time to unpack all of the protective packaging. The instructions are simple to follow and there's also an YouTube video to help should you require further assistance.
Thule Urban Glide 3
The Thule Urban Glide 3 is the most recent version of this popular stroller for all-terrain use. It's designed to appeal to modern families who prioritize style, sustainability, and adventure. It features exciting upgrades that include a built-in leg rest and a reclined seat that provides unbeatable comfort for children during long walks and jogging. Its sleek and agile design has been enhanced to allow for better mobility.
It is incredibly light, making it simple to drive and quick to accelerate on the road. Its suspension is able handle sudden changes in surface (such as grass turning to pavement) and the oversized tires provide enough traction for any terrain. It can climb kerbs without difficulty and can turn in tight spaces such as city streets with ease. It's also easy to navigate narrow sidewalks and crowded parks.
While the brand new Urban Glide 3 offers superior performance, it still retains the classic Thule features that make it the ideal jogger for parents. This includes an oversized canopy that offers excellent sun protection and a convenient peekaboo window, a top-quality harness system and a handbrake integrated with an extremely tuned lever. It is packed with storage space, including pockets inside the seat and a large cargo bag that can hold up to 15 pounds.
This Thule Jogger includes a bassinet that is suitable for strolling babies, and a double version that can hold two children. It is compatible with car seat adapters, so you can use the infant carrier of your child, and it comes with a one-handed fold to make it easy to transport or put away. It's also a green choice with solution-dyed fabrics in its black color options to minimize the use of water.
Cortina Together
Cortina Together is designed for families that are growing and offers parents the option of seating to accommodate the preferences and needs of each child. The double stroller's two standard seats feature reclining backrests and independent canopies. They're also designed to take one of Chicco's #1-rated KeyFit or KeyFit 30 infant car seats in the front and rear seat (car seat sold separately) using the exclusive click-in attachment without the need for add-on bars and straps, like many competing models require.
A large, zipper-accessible basket on the rear offers ample storage for gear. The handle is padded to accommodate mom or dad. The tandem double stroller's suspension and wheels offer a smooth ride across all types of terrain, and the one-touch rear brakes that are linked and have a toe-tap activated make stopping easy.
In our Strollers & Multiples lab tests, Cortina Together scored well in terms of ease of use. lightweight double stroller is based upon the ease with which it is to fold and set up the stroller. It also reflects how easy it is to open and close the snack tray as well as engage and deengage brakes, and then lift the stroller that is folded and carry it like an actual trunk.
We did discover some flaws to this model, though. First, it's heavy. It weighs 36.6 pounds when fully loaded which is on the beast side of our metric than the average for this category of strollers. It also has a limited view when a car seat is mounted in the rear. The front tray release can be difficult to use, especially when used for a long time. Despite these issues, we believe that this is a great stroller to have for your family.
Jeep Double Stroller
The Jeep Destination Ultralight Side x Side Double Stroller is a lightweight, affordable stroller that's perfect for families with two children. The front lock wheels swivel and can be rotated to allow ease of maneuvering on flat surfaces, and lock to provide stability on bumpy surfaces. It also features an umbrella fold that closes in a matter of seconds, and it stands upright to make it easy to transport. Its aluminum frame is light with foam handles and carrying strap make it one of the easiest to lift double strollers we tested.
This stroller has independently reclining seats for maximum comfort. Its large canopy offers UPF 50 protection and also comes with a peekaboo view to make it easy for monitoring. My Source would like to have the canopy vented for more airflow. We weren't a fan of the fact the fact that the cup holder sits very high up on the frame. You'll need to bend down in order to reach it.
In our test of tipping, the Jeep fell over with only 39 degrees of incline which is higher than average for a double stroller. It's a bit heavier and has more storage for the money. The handle and seats are also well-padded.
The stroller is multi-functional and has three modes. It can be used as a walker (for stuff), the jogger mode (with two safety belts with five points for kids) or car seat mode. It can accommodate a single infant car seat. However, pediatricians recommend that you wait until your child is six months old to run with them. It comes in black and comes with a lifetime warranty. Jenni Gritters is a parenting and outdoors journalist who has written about shopping, travel tech, food, and parenting for more than a decade and has been published in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Forbes. She lives in San Francisco, California with her husband and twin daughters, who are 2 years old.