Graco Twin Stroller
The tandem stroller was actually the one that we purchased first when I had my twins. I envisioned it being sleek and streamlined, easy to push through aisles while shopping. It was here where I was wrong. Although a tandem stroller isn’t as wide as twin strollers, it was not any easier to push. In fact, due to the distribution of weight in the stroller, it would oftentimes be quite difficult. The length of the tandem stroller made it more difficult to avoid possible bumps into objects too. Another disadvantage was the complete lack of storage/basket!
In order for it to be able to fold for travel, there was virtually no storage on the tandem stroller! (Storage is a must when travelling with 2 children!) I initially thought that I would enjoy the tandem design in seating, but that proved to be another nightmare in terms of who got to sit “in front”. (The front back design also led to the child in front being poked and prodded by the child in back.) Another design flaw in my opinion was that only the back seat could fully recline.
Twin strollers turned out to be a much better option than a tandem stroller. Whereas I first thought it was going to be nearly impossible to manoeuvre, it was actually very easy to steer. Although equally as plush as the tandem stroller, twin strollers are much sleeker. They fold neatly in half (top to bottom) and have an enormous basket that ran the entire length of the 2 seats as well as under them! Both seats reclined separately so that either child could nap if tired. Since the seats were side by side, both children could see equally as well eliminating that “front seat” syndrome. (The side by side did not stop the poking and prodding, but it did give each child an equal advantage!)
My only complaint about twin strollers (my particular model anyway), is that the awning was in one piece and had to be either up or down for both children. As with everything, you have to do what you feel is right for your situation and family’s needs.
Often parents do not learn they are having more than one baby till later in their pregnancy, 15 weeks or beyond. Considering this, there is often a concern of having ample time to find the right twin strollers for the new arrivals in the family, or, if expecting triplets perhaps a triple stroller!
The good news is that many of your big box retail stores as well as specialty stores sell twin strollers (if you are looking for a double jogging stroller or a tandem stroller they will have those as well). As well as your traditional retail stores parents may want to look into the possibility of specialist designed twin strollers. These can be found from websites like Berg Designs or Runabout strollers.
Do not rule out Craigs list or even Ebay for a wide selection of twin strollers as well. Runabout strollers have been around for some time and have gained a reputation of being one of the best multiple strollers on the market, the best thing about them is that they are made to order. However, this could be a draw back in that you cannot purchase them from your major retailers. For the price conscious parents a better option would be to shop at Babies R Us, Target, Wal-Mart or even Sears. Each of these will provide you with a large selection of twin strollers and stroller travel systems that would meet all your needs.
Regardless of what brand of stroller you select for your twin stroller, you are sure to find a wide variety to select from. The best advice you can follow is to do your homework, research the brands, see what the parents are saying about the products and compare price.
Buying baby strollers is something all parents have to do. However, it is just another worry, especially for first time parents who want to get the safest and best model they can. If you are expecting twins or triplets you have even more to think about and the cost of any stroller or stroller travel system will also be much higher.
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