The holiday season is approaching. This is the time we buy gifts for the important people in our lives. Perhaps you are buying a gift for your own baby? Your niece or Nephew? A coworkers bundle of joy? a neighbor's adorable baby? It can be confusing knowing what is the right toy for a baby and at what age we should introduce that toy. There are certain toys that I feel very strongly every baby should have. I will outline the BABY TOY MUST HAVES for you.
NEWBORNS: Every newborn should be swaddled, it will help mom to have a swaddle blanket, the Miracle Blanket is a great choice. Every baby MUST have a mobile. Choose one with bright contrasting colors and nice music.
3-6 MONTHS: Assorted rattles for baby to grasp, a tummy time mirror, overhanging toys to look and grab at like the Gymini, don't forget my all time favorite TOE RATTTLES!!!!
6-12 MONTHS: New and novel items to play and touch. Portable clip on toys that you can change and put anywhere. A Boppy for learning to sit and play safely. Cause and effect switch toys i.e. toys you push or bang that then have a fun reaction like a noise or something pops up. Cloth books with parts baby can manipulate.
1-2 YEARS OLD: One of my personal favorites..... MEGA BLOKS. Time for basic shape puzzles, large handles are recommended. Complex cause and effect toys that require precise hand movements to activate. Get that baby moving with a nice ride on toy!!!!. If there is space an indoor slide or rocking toy.
2-3 YEARS OLD: Large Lego, bead stringing, shape and picture matching games, and puzzles with complex shapes and varied sizes. Pretend play toys like dolls with food and construction toys.
3 YEAR OLDS: At this age children love Playdough fun sets, learning to ride a tricycle, and a mini trampoline with a handle.
Most of these kind of toys are available on the smartbabyinc.com website.
If you have a question or would like another suggestion for a toy for your baby feel free to contact me I would love to help. I love toys!!!!
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looks great
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