How do I choose a double pushchair?
Short answer: Start with safety and fit, then practicalities. Side-by-side models are often wider, so measure doorways. Tandems are narrower but longer. Check which seats can take a carrycot or car seat.
- Side-by-side models are often wider, so measure doorways. Tandems are narrower but longer.
- Check which seats can take a carrycot or car seat.
- Check the folded size and weight.
Measure your front door and boot.
What the guidance says
- Never put twins together in a Moses basket or small cot. Before they can roll, move them into their own cots.
Related questions
What is a double pushchair?
A pushchair for two children, either side-by-side or tandem (one behind the other).
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Sources
- The Lullaby Trust: Baby mattresses and bedding (accessed 2026-10-21)
General information only, not medical advice. Always follow your product's instructions. If you are worried about your baby, contact your GP, health visitor or 111. In an emergency, call 999.