A twin stroller may the most important piece of equipment for parents of twins. Transporting just one child involves a lot of preparation. Transporting twins involves just as much planning as a military operation. Having the right type of twin stroller can spell the difference between travelling with a relative amount of ease and comfort or staying at home until they’re school age.
There are basically two types of twin strollers, the tandem twin stroller and the side-by-side type. Which type of stroller is best for your? It depends on your budget, how you plan to use your stroller, how old your babies are, and where you plan to take them.
Tandem Twin Stroller
A tandem twin stroller features seats that would place your child one in front of the other. This type of stroller has several advantages. The main advantage of a tandem stroller is that it uses infant-carrier style car seats. This makes it easier for parents to transport their children from the car to the stroller. Another advantage of the tandem stroller is that it’s easier to manoeuvre. It’s narrower than a side-by-side stroller, making it easier to turn and more around in narrow spaces. Lastly, tandem strollers come with extra storage features like baskets and cup holders, which make travelling with twins a little bit easier and more convenient. Tandem strollers however are more cumbersome and heavier than side-by-side strollers, making them more difficult to pack in your car.
Side-By-Side Twin Stroller
A side-by-side twin stroller is the more traditional type of twin stroller. Your children sit beside one another, facing the same direction. This type of stroller is compact, lightweight and easier to store compared to tandem strollers. This makes the side-by-side stroller easier to load into your car. However, since it’s wider than a tandem stroller, it’s harder to manoeuvre. This is noticeable especially when making turns in narrow spaces or in hallways.
The best way to find out which stroller works best for you is to try them out. Don’t be afraid to ask the salesperson if you could take those strollers for a spin. The comfort and safety of your children are important. Investing in a good twin stroller can save you and your babies a lot of headache and heartache in the long run.
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My wife likes to use the tandem stroller, but i prefer the side-by-side stroller.. — and still the wife wins..