Strollers: 9 essential accessories

Stay hydrated and hands-free with a clip-on cupholder. You might even want two for those times when water and coffee are both necessary. Guzzie & Guss Universal Cupholder, $25, well.ca

Attach anything—from bags to your sweetie’s toys—to your stroller with these useful clips. Edelrid Pure SG Carabiner, $8, Mec.ca

Keep the essentials at hand with an multi-pocket pouch that clips to your stroller frame. Skip Hop Chevron Grab & Go Stroller Organizer, $20, well.ca

This handy accessory makes it easy to catch up on texting, email and Pinterest. Brica Phone Pod, $15, toysrus.ca

Is your little one’s tummy rumbling for a snack while you’re on the go? Keep baby’s drink and snacks within his reach using this deluxe holder. The two removable snack cups with snap-close lids are particularly helpful for keeping food from spilling out onto the ground. Snack pod, Brica, $16, toysrus.ca

Use these attachments to hang your diaper bag on your stroller’s handlebars so it’s in front of you at all times – giving you quick and easy access to toys, books, and your wallet. Grips stroller attachment, JJ Cole, $11, enfantstylediapers.com

Every child needs entertainment when on the go and this wacky spiral – featuring toys that squeak, crinkle and rattle – is ideal for developing baby’s fundamental learning skills. Attach it to the front bar of the stroller and watch as your baby’s senses are stimulated by the vibrant colours and different textures and patterns. Whoozit activity spiral, Manhattan Toy, $25, chapters.indigo.ca

Babies are creatures of habit and love the comfort of a favourite stuffed toy. Keep this one in the stroller so that your little one will have a companion on her outdoor excursions. The stroller tie ensures this furry friend will not get separated in large crowds or lost on the ground. On the go stroller nunu, Blankets & Beyond,  $10, toysrus.ca

If baby has an older sibling, this walking rope that easily attaches to the stroller is the perfect accessory for keeping your older one close by. The colourful plastic handle is fun for kids to hold, and it is easy for moms to wipe clean after it’s been used by sticky hands. Walking rope, Hold-On Handles, $20, amazon.com