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These tried and tested cocoons will keep your baby as snug as a bug
Thanks to the unpredictable British weather, a chill in the air is never too far away, meaning you’ll get your money’s worth from any cosy baby essentials.
The ultimate snuggly upgrade for a pushchair has to be the addition of a footmuff, which simply attaches to a pushchair or stroller’s seat, keeping your bundle of joy toasty while they’re being pushed around the park. Doesn’t sound too shabby, hey?
Footmuffs, often also referred to as cosytoes, are generally used once your baby has moved out of the carrycot and into the infant seat, and once they’re sitting unaided at around five or six months old.
Not only will the cosy warmers in this round-up keep your baby protected against the elements, they’re also a great way to protect your pushchair from wear and tear.
Many pushchair models offer their own branded footmuffs, but there’s a whole host of universal options designed to fit a wide range of buggies, which you may find more appealing. Here, we round up the best on the market.
We tested a whole range of universal footmuffs on our trusty Joolz geo (£1,079, Joolz.com), but they are suitable for any pushchair or stroller with the commonly used five-point safety harness.
We considered ease of attachment, looking at the pre-cut holes that allow you to feed through your pushchair’s harness straps. We gave kudos to those with larger or multi-position harness holes (look out for two at the top and two lower down) for longevity of use. We also considered whether they could double up as a pram liner, the materials used, how they looked on our pushchair and – most importantly – how snug they made our baby tester.
We fell in love with Tiba + Marl’s universal footmuff. It’s a real head-turner, provides plenty of warmth and shower protection, and doubles up as a pram liner. Plus, it fits like a glove and comes with a middle-of-the-range price tag. If you can afford to splurge, we also highly recommend Najell’s footmuff, which is super durable and a real treat that you and your baby will love.
Looking for more outdoor essentials? Read our guide to the best parent-approved prams