
Choosing Between a Double Buggy versus a BuggyBoard®
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Bringing a second baby into the family is exciting, but it also raises some big practical questions. One of the first? How will I get around with two children? Traditionally, the go-to solution has been a double buggy . But as any parent who’s wrestled with one through a narrow shop doorway can tell you, it’s not always the most convenient option. For many families, the Lascal BuggyBoard® is the simpler solution: keeping your toddler close while avoiding the size and weight of a double buggy.
The BuggyBoard® is a simple and practical way to make your existing pram work for two children. It attaches to the back of your pushchair and gives your toddler a place to stand when they get tired of walking. This small, compact platform becomes an extension of your buggy—one that gives your growing toddler a sense of freedom while keeping them safely within reach.
It is suitable for children from walking age up to around four years old. For longer outings, you can add the Lascal BuggyBoard® Saddle, a sturdy seat that attaches securely to the board and gives your child the option to sit as well as stand. If you want both options from the start, the Lascal Maxi Plus comes with the Saddle included.
Thanks to its universal design, the BuggyBoard® works with most buggy models, so you don't need to invest in a completely new travel system when your second child arrives. And when it’s not in use, it folds up neatly out of the way, giving you all the convenience of a single buggy with the added flexibility of accommodating two children when needed.
Double buggies can be difficult to navigate, especially in everyday spaces. Whether you're squeezing through shop doorways, negotiating narrow pavements, or weaving through crowds, the extra width or length of a double buggy can make things harder than they need to be. A BuggyBoard® keeps your set-up compact , so you can move as easily as you would with a single pushchair, just with one more child in tow.
This can be especially helpful in places like busy cafés, lifts, buses, or public toilets, where space is limited and maneuverability is essential.
When you’re heading out for the day or packing up for a holiday, space and portability really matter. Folding and lifting a double buggy into the car can be a challenge in itself (not to mention how much room it takes up in the boot).
The BuggyBoard® folds away neatly when not in use and is light enough to carry, making it an ideal travel companion whether you're hopping on public transport, heading on a family trip, or just running errands close to home. You can simply fold it up when your toddler wants to walk and drop it back down when they get tired
Toddlers often want to walk, but their energy does not always last the entire journey. The BuggyBoard® offers a helpful middle ground by allowing your child to walk when they want to and ride when they need to. It adapts to their mood and energy level without requiring you to make major adjustments on the go.
For parents, this means fewer meltdowns mid journey and less pressure to push around an empty second seat just in case. It supports your toddler’s growing independence while giving them a break when they need it. This flexibility makes it easier to manage everyday outings, whether you are heading to the park, picking up from nursery, or just running errands.
For toddlers adjusting to the arrival of a new sibling, the BuggyBoard® can offer a small but meaningful sense of independence. Instead of being placed back in a buggy while the baby takes the front seat, your toddler gets a “grown-up” way to travel.
Many parents find that talking about the board as a special privilege (something for big kids) helps ease the emotional transition of not being the baby anymore. It can also help toddlers feel more involved in outings, since they’re upright and part of the action, rather than seated and watching from behind.
Choosing how to get around with two young children is a big decision, but it does not have to mean investing in a heavy or bulky double buggy. The Lascal BuggyBoard® offers a practical, space saving solution that adapts to your family's needs. It supports your toddler's independence, keeps them close and secure, and works with the buggy you already own.
Even if you already have a double buggy, many parents find themselves reaching for the BuggyBoard® more often. It is especially useful for quick trips or days out where space, speed, and flexibility matter. The board adapts to your toddler’s energy levels and helps keep both of your children close, without the extra bulk of a second seat.
Whether you are heading out for a full day or just popping to the shops, the BuggyBoard® gives you freedom without the fuss—making everyday outings with two little ones simpler and more manageable.