Most prams and pushchairs come with some accessories - check what’s included before you buy. There is also a range of optional extras which you may find useful.

What’s available:

• Carrycots need a mattress, liner and apron, plus bedding of sheets and blankets
• Pushchairs need cosytoes or footmuffs for warmth and protection and, depending on the weather, an extra blanket underneath
• Many designs will have an integral collapsible hood; in addition you will need a rain cover which covers the whole pram or pushchair and a parasol or sun canopy for protection on sunny days
• An alternative to a rain cover for a buggy is a zip-up cape which goes over the pushchair, with a hood in the middle to keep your child’s head dry. These are ideal for travelling as they don’t take up much space when not in use
• Clip-on nets or shopping baskets are available for buggies
• For a co-ordinated look, many pram and pushchair manufacturers make a nappy changing bag that matches their fabrics
• There are many toys available for babies and young children designed to fit onto a pram or pushchair. These may help prevent your baby from getting bored and restless in the pushchair