Baby toys

 

1. Newborn to 3 Months

At this stage, babies are just beginning to develop their senses and motor skills. They are mainly focused on tactile experiences, visual stimuli, and simple sounds.

Toys for Newborns (0-3 months):

• Soft Rattles: Easy-to-grip rattles that help babies develop hand-eye coordination and auditory senses. Choose those with soft, gentle sounds to avoid overstimulation.

  • Material: BPA-free plastic, fabric, or wood.
  • Examples: Simple wooden rattles or plush rattles.

• Soft Teething Rings: Babies at this stage are beginning to explore putting things in their mouths.

  • Material: Silicone, BPA-free plastic, or organic cotton.
  • Features: Textured surfaces for soothing sore gums😊😊.

• Soft Fabric Books: Simple, tactile books with different textures or crinkly fabric to help babies explore different sensations.

  • Material: Soft fabric with varying textures and high-contrast images.
  • Benefits: Encourages sensory development and bonding time with parents.

• Black-and-White Contrast Cards or Toys: Babies at this age can see high-contrast patterns (black, white, and red).

• Material: Cardboard, fabric, or plastic.
• Purpose: Stimulates vision development.

2. 3 to 6 Months

Babies are becoming more aware of their surroundings and starting to explore with their hands and mouths. They are also developing their motor skills, like reaching, grasping, and pushing.

Toys for Babies 3-6 Months:

• Activity Play Mats: Mats with hanging toys, mirrors, and different textures. These encourage babies to reach, bat at toys, and practice tummy time.

  • Material: Soft fabric with attached plastic toys, mirrors, and teething rings.
  • Benefits: Stimulates visual, auditory, and tactile senses.

• Teething Toys: By 3-6 months, babies may begin teething. Soft, safe teethers can help soothe sore gums.

  • Material: BPA-free silicone, rubber, or wood.
  • Examples: Chillable teethers, ring-shaped teethers.

• Soft Blocks: Lightweight, squishy blocks for babies to grasp, stack, or knock over.

  • Material: Soft fabric or foam with gentle textures.
  • Benefits: Helps with motor skill development and spatial awareness.

• Musical Toys: Simple toys that play music or make sounds when pressed or tapped. These help with auditory development and hand-eye coordination.

  • Examples: Musical soft toys, plush animals that play lullabies.

• Mirror Toys: A small, baby-safe mirror helps babies engage in self-recognition and promotes cognitive development.

  • Material: Shatterproof plastic with smooth edges.
  • Purpose: Stimulates visual tracking and self-awareness.