Not only can a good pram toy keep your baby engrossed and calm while out and about in a pushchair, it can also help with their sensory development. Our list of the best pram toys has been compiled by an experienced parenting journalist. We scoured Mumsnet forums to find out which pram toy for newborns our users, i.e. real-life parents, rate highly - and which ones they weren’t impressed by.

The charismatic captain comes with a chunky clip so he can be easily and securely attached to pushchairs and lightweight buggies. You would have to have a heart of stone not to be charmed by this baby favourite. Budget: Always think of your budget. Some of the pricer toys may be all-singing and all-dancing, but your baby may be just as happy with a cheaper option. Read next: Can you take a pram on a plane? Everything you need to know about travelling with a pushchair How do I choose the best pram toy? The Tiny Love Sunny Stroll Activity Arch is guaranteed to elicit some gummy smiles from baby, who will be entertained by the rattle toys, mirrors and the fascinating baby-activated fan that will certainly draw their attention.We also consulted consumer watchdogs and took note of what they looked for in pram toys for newborns and which brands they were recommending to their readers. Mumsnetters love the cute and cuddly Lamaze Captain Calamari. With his crinkly hat, knotty legs and concealed mirror, he is a hit with young babies and would be a welcome addition to any pram. How we chose our recommendations Since then, she has written for a range of publications including the i Newspaper, Business Insider and Stylist, and has researched and written a large number of baby product round-ups for Mumsnet. Attachment: Where does the pram toy attach? Is it a spiral that wraps around the bar? Does it fix over the top of the pram with the toys dangling down for baby to play with? Most pram toys are pretty easy to attach, but if you want to prevent baby from pulling it off when they get a bit older and stronger, go for something that attaches securely and can’t be easily tugged off. Is it age-appropriate? Make sure the pram toy you buy is suitable for the age of your baby. For example, older babies may appreciate a toy that includes a teether to gnaw on.

The flexible plastic arch can be easily attached to most buggies using the chunky plastic clips and can also be clipped to car seats. Just don’t use it while driving as the car seat handle acts as a roll cage to protect your baby in the event of an accident. A toy attached to this bar may stop this safety feature from working as well as it should. As with our guides to the best lightweight strollers, the best umbrella strollers, the best travel systems, the best running buggies, the best baby car seats and the best baby carriers, our roundups highlight a range of products to suit families of all kinds and budgets of all sizes. He also has this hanging off the hood of the pram and it’s a big hit: Lamaze Captain Calamari” - tried and tested by Mumsnet user, LakeShoreD The ultimate space saver, strollers come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours. From standard umbrella fold to compact stroller options, we have something to suit your needs. Most strollers are recommended for use from 6 months.Laura Cooke spent nearly 19 years writing for local newspapers before going into freelance journalism.