I bought several packets of these in Mothercare, they normally cost £4 for 6 but they were in the sale and only cost £2.

The links are basically pieces of brightly coloured plastic that can be linked together into a chain. Each link has a different texture and a slightly different shape. Some also have a little rubber strip on them.

The links are said to help baby's developement by encouraging them to explore the textures and bright colours.

I initially bought these to connect my daughters toys to her pushchair as she had a habit of throwing her favourite toy on the floor then getting upset when he had to go on a 'holiday' in the washing machine! I have also found them useful just on their own to link across the bar on her car seat. I have also run a chain across the top of her Jumperoo as she loves them that much. The links connect together really easily and they also come apart easily, older baby's would be able to do this themselves.

My daughter likes using these as teethers, the different textures and rubbery strips are really kind on her gums, as they are only light they are easy to hold by a young baby. Wherever I connect these links my daughter always holds onto them. She loves them.

I would recommend these for all parents they are excellent for linking toys to but also on their own. It was the best £2 I spent!