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The Best Stroller Accessories to Make Outings a Bit Easier
The Best Stroller Accessories to Make Outings a Bit Easier
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The Best Stroller Accessories to Make Outings a Bit Easier

The add-ons we love to hold all the things, keep your baby entertained and your stuff within reach.

author-Briana Engelbrecht
By Briana Engelbrecht and Amylia Ryan
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In This Article

Stroller Organizers
Car Seat Adapters
Stroller Cup Holders
Stroller Snack Trays
Cold Weather Stroller Accessories
Warm Weather Stroller Accessories
Stroller Toys
Stroller Boards for Toddlers
Stroller Travel Bags

You've spent a ton of time researching the best baby strollers and picked out your favorite. Next step: stroller accessories.

Turns out, they do more than just soup up your baby’s ride—a few add-ons can make outings with your little one a whole lot easier for all involved. Many accessories, like toddler ride-on boards, snack trays and car seat adapters will need to be from the same brand as your stroller to ensure they attach properly. But there are some universal options you can add on as well (we’ve added a few where available).

Here are our picks for the best stroller accessories to eliminate hassles and bring more joy to your everyday adventures.

Stroller Organizers

A stroller organizer keeps all of your essentials (think keys, phone, water bottle, snacks and small toys) together and within easy reach while you’re out with your baby. They attach to the handlebar and usually feature adjustable straps that allow them to fit most strollers.

Car Seat Adapters

If you're planning to stroll with your baby during the newborn stage, car seat adapters can really come in handy. Babies shouldn't sit in regular stroller seats until they're six months old, so car seat adapters allow you to attach your infant car seat to your stroller, giving your baby a safe place to ride until they're big enough. They also allow you to easily move your baby from car to stroller (and back again) without having to unbuckle or disturb them.

The main thing to keep in mind is that car seat adapters are specific to the brand and model of both your stroller and your infant car seat, so it’s important to check whether your stroller and car seat are compatible before purchasing. Here are the car seat adapters for our top stroller + infant car seat combos (but there are hundreds of other possible combinations!).

Stroller Cup Holders

Whether you’re going for a walk or wrangling your little one at the park, keep your iced coffee (or water) within arm's reach.

Stroller Snack Trays

Without fail, your kiddo is going to get hungry and thirsty while you’re out. A snack tray is the perfect spot to contain a few small snacks and a bottle or sippy cup to hold them over until you’ve accomplished whatever mission you’re on. There aren't many reputable options for universal snack trays, so you should also check with your stroller brand (we've listed some of the highest rated ones below).

Cold Weather Stroller Accessories

If your winters get particularly cold (like below 40 degrees), you’ll definitely want to consider getting a few of these cold-weather accessories to make strolling more comfortable. Things like a stroller bunting, rain cover and hand muffs will help keep baby warm and dry. There are universal options to fit most strollers, but you may also want to check which accessories your specific stroller brand offers for an even better fit.

Warm Weather Stroller Accessories

Similarly, if your summers are fairly warm and sunny, you'll need ways to keep baby cool shaded. Many strollers have large canopies that can help block the sun, but an extended or full-coverage sunshade can help make sure baby's legs and feet stay out of the sun. Full-coverage shades and mosquito nets can help keep bugs out, too. And for when it gets really warm, a stroller fan can provide a nice breeze.

Stroller Toys

Babies are super cute. Know what’s not? Bending down 36 times a day to pick up the toys they’ve gleefully flung onto the ground. That’s where stroller toys come in. They’re designed with loops and hooks to secure them to the stroller bar or frame so they stay within reach. Hoping for a calm stroller ride? A portable sound machine that can attach to the stroller can help soothe baby.

Stroller Boards for Toddlers

Have more kids than stroller seats? A stroller board is perfect for accommodating a toddler, preschooler or kindergartener who typically walks but occasionally needs a ride to rest their legs. Many brands make their own boards, but there are also a few highly-rated universal options.

Stroller Travel Bags

Traveling with a baby or toddler usually means packing a bunch of stuff—sometimes including your stroller. Whether you'll be checking it at baggage claim or the gate, you’re going to want to protect your ride from the rough-and-tumble of airplane travel. Here are a few universal and brand-specific options.

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