Babies’ first interaction with the outer world is primarily through toys. As such, toys are an important source of exploration of the external world. They also provide for sensory stimulation, visual and, in some cases, even auditory stimulation. Soft toys, for babies especially, are a source of comfort touch and, thus, are considered a safe haven by most babies.

Different Soft Toys For Babies:

1. Teddy Bears:

Just like for adults and adolescents, teddy bears are also loved by babies. In fact, they are one of the most sought-after soft toys for babies. They are loved so much because of their extremely comfortable cuddly forms and because they serve as company and safety for babies.

2. Stuffed Doll:

A stuffed doll is considered one of the most appropriate soft toys for a baby girl. The doll serves as a companion for the babies and often as a make-belief friend. As such, the cognitive, social and emotional skills of the baby develop with the use of a stuffed doll.

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3. Soft Ball:

Considered one of the most popular soft toys for baby boys, a soft Ball is nothing but a ball made of cloth or other soft material. It is more suitable for babies than other balls because throwing and kicking entail less danger of getting hurt, and since the babies are at a fragile age, a softball is preferred.

4. Plush Animals:

The variety of plush animals available as soft toys for babies is endless, from monkeys, elephants, giraffes and lions to bears, cats, hippos and rabbits. These animals transcend the boundaries of age and gender and are appropriate for all babies. Even as the babies grow, they begin to use these soft, plush animals with different levels of maturity, beginning with recognising the animals to more complex play sequences. They are indeed essential for the healthy development of the baby.

5. Interactive Stuffed Toys:

In addition to the conventional soft toys for babies, new technology has enabled a new type of interactive stuffed toys. These soft toys have the ability to interact with the babies in the sense that they may sing a popular tune and encourage the baby to do the same or convey basic manners saying “Good morning”, “Please”, or “Thank you”. As such, they end up inculcating better linguistic and comprehension skills in the baby.

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6. Disney Characters:

The popularity and relevance of Disney characters for any generation cannot be denied. Even for babies, plush Disney characters are considered the best soft toys for babies. From numerous Disney princess dolls appealing as soft toys for baby girls to Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Winnie the Pooh finding appeal as soft toys for baby boys, the list of lovable characters is infinite.

7. Finger Puppets:

Finger Puppets are an interesting and unique type of soft toy. The variety of finger puppet characters intrigues babies the most. They are unconventional, and babies love them because they can control them by merely moving their fingers!

8. Soft Design Pillows:

One of the best soft toys for babies is a soft pillow with their favourite colourful cartoon character or a generic design like a butterfly or bird. These pillows serve as their sleep buddy and provide the baby with an inexplicable sense of comfort.

9. Clip-on or Hanging Soft Toys:

These soft toys have gained popularity because they are adjustable and can be hung anywhere. You can hang them on the arch of a baby’s activity gym or even in the car while traveling. You can also place them on the baby’s cupboard or in his pram!

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Soft toys are exciting but, at the same time, risky too since they gather dust very easily. That is why it is important for guardians to wash them thoroughly and regularly so that they can prove true to their expected role in the baby’s growth.

Yashasvi

About Yashasvi

Yashasvi developed a deep passion for writing ever since she was completed her Master’s in Mass Communication and Journalism from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam and has chosen a career that is driven by creativity. A Parenting expert who believes in communicating effectively with a personal touch, she writes about pregnancy, baby care, lifestyle, and just about anything else.
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