Pimp My Stroller: 6 Must-Have Accessories

I love accessories–the more the better. Whether they’re for your car, your hair, or in this case, your stroller, you can bet that I researched it and have bought at least one thing. But, I realized, what good does it do me if I have all that information, only to purchase the item, and then not think about it again? So, I thought I’d share the love, and in this case, it’s for the hottest stroller accessories on the market. Happy accessorizing! –Alex

Carry You Demi Milan Stroller Organizer
I don’t know how I’d function without this little gem. In my experience in strollers and joggers, the cup holder that comes with the unit is a waste. Each of mine has fallen off at the drop of a hat (or the bump of a doorway). With my current stroller (which I adore in all other ways), I was so frustrated, I just picked it up and hucked it in the trash. I then walked into a local kid’s gear store, OC Travel Tykes, and Keli, the owner, suggested this baby. It holds Sigg water bottles, kid’s sippy cups, Starbuck’s coffee cups, cans–you name it–without any problem. Since it hooks on to the BACK of the handlebar, there is no worry about knocking anything off. Plus, it has two pockets in the middle to hold your phone, keys, that extra toy, etc. A definite lifesaver. Carry You Demi Milan Stroller Organizer, $19.95. Click here to order from Amazon.

Teutonia T Handmuff
This innovative product came to me from Mamaista–now if you live in cold weather, how could you NOT have this? The hand muffs strap on (and stay that way) making it one less thing for you think about when leaving the house (your gloves). You know me–if it makes life a bit breezier, I gotta get it. Teutonia T Handmuff, $60.00. Click here to order from Albee Baby.

Mommy Hook Stoller Hanger
After a great day of shopping with the kids–wait–great + shopping + kids are three words that aren’t usually used together. Let’s start over: you’re doing some shopping with the kids in tow and your stroller basket (or your shoulder) is starting to give way from the bulk. This is where The Mommy Hook comes in. This gadget hangs on the bar of your stroller and then you hook your packages on to it. One plus is that you can also fit it on your shopping cart–no more having your diaper bag sit with the groceries, worrying that something may ooze out on it! Mommy Hook Stroller Hanger. For Amazon’s price of $6.99 (vs. $7.99) click here to order.

Baby Jogger Parent Console Mp3 Player with Built In Speaker
When I’m out for my exercise, pushing the kids in the jogger, I never listen to my iPod. I feel that it’s too selfish–why should I get the fun of music and they can’t? The Baby Jogger MP3 Player solves that–attaching on to the handlebar of your jogger (or stroller) it has speakers that you can plug your player into so then everyone can enjoy the music. And everyone around you gets the joy of hearing The Wheels on the Bus. Baby Jogger Parent Console Mp3 Player with Built In Speaker, $49.95. Click here to order from Amazon.

Easy Stroll One Handed Stroller Grip
Another great product idea from Mamaista. The Easy Stroll is ingenious. Are you like me and like to drink a coffee while pushing the kids around on your errand? But can’t because you need two hands to steer (actually, I don’t have this problem with my Bumbleride–have I mentioned I love my stroller?). Then this is for you. The Easy Stroll touts that it’s design is ergonomic, making you stand straighter, and making it super easy to turn the stroller with one hand. I’m convinced. Easy Stroll One Handed Stroller Grip, $29.95. Click here to order from Amazon.

JL Childress Cups ‘N Cargo Stroller Organizer
Back in my single jogger days, my jogger’s basket had finally had enough and went kaput. In order to compensate, I used a product very similar to this and it saved my life. It has cup holders and the middle pocket like the Carry You shown at top, but it makes up for the lack of a basket because of it’s gigantic pocket which hangs down. It was wonderful–I could store diapers, wipes, snacks, etc., making me prepared for anything when we ventured out of the house. A must if your basket is broken, or if you have a stroller with a small or hard-to-get-to basket. JL Childress Cups ‘N Cargo Stroller Organizer. For Amazon’s price of $19.31 (vs. $24.99) click here to order.

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