When the time comes for pushing two, there are slightly fewer options, but the selection process is still pretty confusing. There are a lot of factors to consider when making your choice.
Narrowing down your options
There are three different ways that you can accommodate two children on a stroller.
True Double Stroller (All ages)
This is a stroller with two full seats, either side by side or tandem (one in front of the other). There are many varieties of these (more on that later), but all will comfortably accommodate two children, asleep or awake.
Adapted Double Stroller (Best for age difference of 2 years or more)
This is a stroller with one primary seat and a removable second seat. There are great advantages to this type of setup. They are the size of a normal stroller, so the fold and handling are excellent. But, some of the toddler seats are not designed to allow for napping.
Our favorites: Valco Runabout with Toddler Seat, Phil and Teds E3 with Doubles Kit
Wheeled Board (3 years +)
This is like a skateboard that can attach to the back of your stroller. The child can not sit, but will ride on the board and hold onto the stroller.
If you need a true double stroller, there are three types to choose from:
Lightweight Side-by-Side
Basically two strollers stuck together, these are the most compact-folding and lightweight double strollers, though most varieties are actually over 20lbs.
Our favorites: Maclaren Twin Traveler, Perego Aria Twin
All-terrain/Jogging Side-by-Side
For a more active family, these large-wheeled strollers are great for long walks or jogs. They are very comfortable to push (and ride in, so we hear), but they also tend to be heavy, and some are too wide to fit through a doorway. Look for the types with two front swivel wheels; the handling on this design is completely outstanding.
Our Favorites: Mountain Buggy Urban Double, Valco Twin Runabout
Tandem Strollers
These front-to-back double strollers are somewhat deceptive. It seems ideal to have something that is narrow enough to negotiate doorways and store aisles, but pushing one of these is akin to driving a semi. The length makes it very hard to maneuver, especially in tight spots.
