Baby buggy board- what it is and how to choose one

Do you have two children with a small age difference, the younger one still travels in a stroller, and the older one is not always happy to walk and sometimes complains that their legs "hurt"? If your answer is yes, then a buggy board is something for you. This article will tell you what it is and why you need one.

Baby buggy board - what is it?

A buggy board is a kind of platform or platform on wheels mounted on the frame of a baby stroller. Thanks to it, your child will be able to jump on it at any time and thus reach the end of the walk. On the market, you will find both sitting and standing platforms for your baby. This product is recommended mainly to parents of children born a year after the year, as well as toddlers with a larger age difference, when the younger still travels in the stroller, and the older sometimes complains about too long walks. Thanks to a buggy board two toddlers can travel comfortably.

Why buy a buggy board?

Why buy a buggy board? For many reasons! It's a solution for parents with at least two children, one of whom still travels in the stroller, and the other does not always feel like walking independently. Then you can invest in a double stroller - one for twins - or a buggy board. It's much cheaper and also more practical. Buggy boards are lightweight, maneuverable, and don't take up much space. You won't have to wonder if the stroller fits in a store or on narrow streets.

A buggy board not only makes things easier for your baby, but also for you. If you have to do something urgent in the city, you don't have to walk at the pace imposed by the toddler, but you can put him or her on the buggy board and rush as fast as you can. The platform also means greater safety - you can be sure that the toddler will not slip from your hand and run out into the street. This way you have them with you at all times.

Buggy board with or without a seat?

Which buggy board to choose, with or without a seat? This may not be an easy question to decide. Each of these options has its strengths and weaknesses. Much depends on the age of the child. A buggy board with a seat is better for younger children who prefer to sit. The downside of this solution is that a child sitting on a buggy board cannot see much. Their head is at the height of your belly. So they can only see the world by looking to the sides. This problem does not exist with the stand-up buggy board. The head of a standing baby protrudes above the stroller and the baby can look around from a height. This solution is much better for older children who do not need to sit down. However, they may get tired at times and prefer to sit down.

What to look for before buying?

Although buggy boards are just gaining popularity, you can find many different models on the market. What parameters to pay attention to when looking for equipment that will satisfy you? Definitely, the weight limit, the quality and size of the wheels, the non-slip platform and the size of the platform.

Weight limit

Each baby buggy board has its own weight limit. Usually, it is around 25 kg, but unfortunately, not all manufacturers are in the habit of giving this parameter, which can sometimes be troublesome and make the purchased equipment impractical.

Quality and size of wheels

The quality of the wheels of a buggy board is just as important as that of a stroller. If you bought a stroller specifically for driving on forest paths, a buggy board with poor quality wheels will not prove useful and you will soon have to replace it with a new one. That is why it is a good idea to find out about the wheels of your chosen model to avoid disappointment. The rule is simple: the choice of wheels depends on the same parameters as for the stroller, i.e. your preferences. If you walk mainly on flat surfaces, i.e. in the city, any type of wheels will do. Larger and more sturdy wheels are useful if you intend to move more often on uneven surfaces, for example, in the woods or on country lanes.

Non-slip platform

Unfortunately, not every buggy board is equipped with a non-slip platform. And this is extremely important for safety reasons. It ensures that the child will not slip while riding - especially if you have a stand-up buggy board. So make sure that the model you choose has an adequate non-slip layer.

Platform size

Children, as you know, are all different. Shorter, taller, heavier, lighter. They are more wiggly or able to stand still in one place. So check whether the platform you choose will suit your child's temperament - whether it will simply be too small and thus impractical. The wider platforms are said to be more comfortable and safer.

Does a buggy board fit on every baby stroller?

Buggy boards are usually universal, which means that they should fit every stroller. They come with adapters that make this possible. The best way to find out is to check with a baby stroller store to see if your baby stroller is not the exception that proves the rule.