Below are reviews of the best baby toys. Not necessarily the top selling toys, but the toys that in my opinion are they ones that are going to be played with again and again by your baby.
As a mother to Cicak Junior, who is now a lively toddler I can remember how confusing it was knowing which toys to buy for my then baby. As a new parent it can be difficult knowing which toys will last the test of time and be more than a passing fad.
The most popular baby toys that I bought were not necessarily the most expensive, and are the ones that he still revisits now. I remember asking my mum for advice about whether a toy was too advanced for him and her reply was that he would play with it at the level he is currently at. This is very true, as many baby toys have features that babies cannot operate alone until they are toddlers.
Choosing a good baby toy that is age and development appropriate for a baby can be difficult. Baby's need colour and sound to stimulate their senses and hands on activities to help to develop their coordination. During the first year of a baby's life their developmental curve is steep, seeing them progress from a helpless newborn to a mobile and vocal one year old.
You also have to remember that anything you give a baby will, at some stage, end up in their mouth, being explored for taste and tgexture. It is therefore very important to be careful what you buy for your baby. Whilst it might be tempting to cut corners and buy a cheap toy that is not made by a reputable manufacturer, you could well be risking the health of your baby, with toxic paints and loose parts a real danger. If money is tight then it is safer to buy fewer toys from well known toy makers, or take advantage of second hand or pass-me-down toys. Just be sure to check that everything is good and secure and give them a clean with an antibacterial wash or wipes.
By researching the best baby toys, you will be helping your baby to get the most from their play experience.
All children love music and sound, and the Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes provides your baby with an introduction to music.
With large buttons that are easy for baby to operate and a cute caterpillar handle to grab hold of this music player has a repertoire of seven classical tunes, lights and buttons that will provide your baby with hours of fun.
Most importantly, from the point of view of a parent who tries to tidy toys away once baby is asleep, it has a volume control and an on and off switch!!
This Munchkin Figure 8 Teether is exactly the same teether that my own child had as a baby and I would fully recommend it to anyone with a teething baby.
By researching the best baby toys, you will be helping your baby to get the most from their play experience.
With large buttons that are easy for baby to operate and a cute caterpillar handle to grab hold of this music player has a repertoire of seven classical tunes, lights and buttons that will provide your baby with hours of fun.
Most importantly, from the point of view of a parent who tries to tidy toys away once baby is asleep, it has a volume control and an on and off switch!!
Take Along Tunes from Baby Einstein is currently the number 1 best selling baby toy from Amazon.com with the second highest number of positive customer reviews, so you can be sure you are buying a toy that is going to entertain your child and remain a popular toy for more than 5 minutes.
This Munchkin Figure 8 Teether is exactly the same teether that my own child had as a baby and I would fully recommend it to anyone with a teething baby.
Because it is not gel filled there is no benefit to be gained by placing it in the freezer, but don't look on this as a disadvantage because it makes it the ideal teething ring to take with you when you are out of the house.
Divided into eight sections, this teether is easy to hold and has different textures for your baby to chew on. I was a little concerned about making sure this teether was thoroughly cleaned, because of all the textures on it, so as well as washing it in the dishwaher I also sterilised it on a regular basis, more often if Cicak Junior had a cold.
All babies and toddlers are fascinated by reflection, and it forms an important part of their development to realise that their reflection in the mirror is not an entirely different person to themselves.
The Sassy Crib and Floor Mirror gives a true undistorted reflection that can help babies to focus and has textured animals for baby to reach out for.
Having a mirror will help your baby's sight and communication skills, and I still find it really sweet when my toddler talks to his reflection.
Cicak Junior had several Lamaze toys and they were all built to the same high standard as the Lamaze Play and Grow Freddie the Firefly, which is currently a number 1 best seller in baby toys.
Young children really benefit from toys that offer a multi sensory experience, and this is exactly what you get with the Lamaze Firefly.
With crinkles, squeakers and mirrors in the wings, textured knotted feet, a teether, plastic rings that clack together this firefly is going to keep your baby happy for a long time! And most importantly - it is completely safe for your baby to suck and chew - as all babies do!
I particularly love the very useful plastic ring at the top that can be used to attach the toy to a stroller, car seat or indeed crib. If you have ever retraced your step through a crowded mall, frantically scanning the floor junior's favorite toy, you will know exactly why this is important!
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