Should I invest in a double buggy?

[SleepForTheWeek]

DD1 is 2.9 and DD2 is 7 weeks.

I didn't buy a double or even consider one tbh as DD1 very rarely used her pram/buggy. This was more buggy refusal rather than a desire to walk, and although she would walk round the block and the half mile into town with me she would always end up wanting carried when her legs got tired.

Since DD2 was born she's rediscovered her love for her buggy and wants to go in it when we go out a walk. At the moment it's OK as I can just pop DD2 in the wrap and the weather is OK. I have a dog that needs walking and it's much easier if DD1 goes in the buggy (if only she would do that 6 months ago!!!)

We are away visiting family just now and have brought both the buggy and the pram to save the toddler walking everywhere (as she would just end up wanting carried and will still occasionally nap if in the buggy) and me carrying the baby all the time. That's fine when DH is with me but I can't push two on my own!!

It seems a bit silly to get a double when DD1 will (hopefully!!) not be needing one for too much longer, but then I think it'll be handy for nursery drop offs/pick ups when she starts later this year as it is definitely walking distance (for me).

Also, my Dnephew is the same age as DD2 so when we visit (6-7 times a year) it would be handy to take the two of them in it, also for a family holiday which involve a lot of walking next year.

I've seen a double that I really like and ticks all the boxes (Cosatto to and fro) but it's £550 new . I could maybe pick up a second hand for about half that.

DH thinks it's ridiculous to spend money on something that might not be needed in a couple of months but I think we would get the use out of it for the reasons stated above.

What do you think?

Oh, and we tried a buggy board but DD1 would not stay on the bloody thing and it was really difficult to push with her on it.

I think I've convinced DH, just need to get one that suits our needs that's not several hundred pounds 🙈

This could possibly be rubbish but I was this the other day and thought it sounded like a good idea:

www.preciouslittleone.com/product-information/18/33764/buggypod-lite-pushchair-toddler-seat-(black)/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImrjlzMDH1QIVR7XtCh0VxQeiEAkYASABEgIfXfD_BwE

Ignore that link, reviews are very poor

Another vote for a buggy board. By the time dd2 is too big to go in the sling dd1 will be 3 and a buggy board will be more than adequate. I spent £££ on a double buggy and then got rid of it in favour of a single + buggy board when dc1 was 2.5 because it was such a hassle manhandling it around.

I'd persevere with buggy board, you may have to sit out the tantrum but I'd be either you walk or stand on it. Bit surprised you used to carry her when she got tired... she's got used to dictating her transportation mode!

If you think a double buggy would help your situation at the moment and can afford to get one (bearing in mind you can sell it on once you are done) then get one. It will make a difference and make things easier. As autumn comes and it gets colder and wetter you don't want to be out having a strop with a 2 year old trying to get them to walk, in the buggy and off you go.
The sling/buggy board works in some situations/families (dc2 and 3) but sometimes you need a double buggy to get anywhere fast (dc1 and 2).
I'm also a childminder and have used a MacLaren side by side double, which was really heavy and wide, wouldn't fit through some door ways. I now have a Phil and teds and I love it. Would def recommend it and you can get second hand ones all the time.

Random I see plenty people carry around their tired toddlers 🤔, don't think it's that strange.

Really not a fan of the buggy board, really awkward to push when she was on it and it's not practical when it's raining which unfortunately it does here a lot 😩

There are no pram shops nearby as ideally I would have liked to try a couple with the girls in it to see how it steers etc

Phil and Teds steer really well, esp the 3 wheelers. I'd suggest going for a smallish model though, I got a big one thinking it would last longer and when it arrived it turned out to be about the size of a bus.

I love our Phil and Teds. It's got a small 'footprint' for a double but my 2 and 3.5 year old will still fit in it if need be! We paid £80 for it on e bay and it's done hundreds of miles (we don't drive and love walking). It's only going to be good for the tip when we're done with it but for £80 I don't care!

another one here with a joie aire double ...best pram i have had and i have had a fair few. I have also keep the old prams so they have a pram each if needed or am taking one out alone.