Given the enormous variety of toys available for kids, parents can get overwhelmed while buying toys for their babies. Moreover, every baby has her likes and dislikes, which makes it even more difficult. So, what can you do to narrow the choices? Let’s help you decide.

While buying toys for babies, you must keep certain things in mind. Firstly, the toy must be relevant for at least 3 months of the baby’s life. Secondly, it must add to the developmental skills of the baby. Also, remember that though toys are great these days, “YOU” are the best teacher for your baby. Make sure you spend adequate time with your baby and don’t trade your time with the baby for that perfect toy; it’s one of the best ways to bond with your kid.


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Best and Joyful Toys for Babies:

Here is A List of The Best Baby Toys Available In The Market.

1. Dancing Cactus:

Dancing Cactus is a funny and educational toy. It can mimic, dance and sing. These toys help children develop their interaction skills and become social. This cactus will keep your kids busy even in your busy schedule. These are made of very soft material, so babies never feel uncomfortable.

2. Baby Gym:

You can use the baby gym right from the first day. You only require a gym with loops from which the baby can hang plastic links and toys. Babies prefer high-contrast objects, so the baby gym should be bright, colourful and high-contrast. Keep changing the baby’s positions from the back, side and tummy while in the gym. Place the toys in various positions, like placing them over the middle of the body, encourages hands to join in the middle, which is a very good exercise. Skills developed by the baby in the gym are tummy play, rolling, midline play on back reaching, hand-eye coordination and improved perception of depth.

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3. Plastic Links:

Plastic links are one of the most inexpensive and versatile toys for a baby. The baby will certainly enjoy his ride on his baby car when you hang these plastic links from the overhead handle. Babies also like to chew the bumpy and wavy links, keeping them occupied for a long time. This is a must-buy for all babies! Skills developed by plastic links are reaching, grasping, improvement in hand-eye coordination and oral exploration.

4. Mirror Toy:

One can use plastic links to hang a mirror from the baby gym. When the baby looks at the mirror, he loves playing with his reflection. They are mainly used for distraction or entertainment when you feed your baby or teach him how to sit. Ensure that the mirror being used is safe and secured from the baby.

5. Oball with Rattle:

With its amazing diversity, it appeals to babies of all ages. The design makes it easier for babies to hold it. To make it more playful, hang it from the baby gym using plastic links. Moreover, it’s one of the best baby toys as it’s easy to roll and play with once your baby is old enough to sit and play with it. This game can teach babies a lot about the back-and-forth dynamics of communication. Additionally, this toy is made of a flexible material, making it easy for the baby to chew on without causing any damage.

6. Sophie The Giraffe:

Sophie is one of those toys which satisfies all the senses. This rubber giraffe is extremely famous right now, and rightly so. It’s a delight to chew with its soft, rubbery build and squeaks when you squeeze it. This helps babies in popping out their one-year molars. Moreover, it can be put under a blanket and used as an interactive toy; the baby can follow the sound of the squeaky hinds and search for the toy. Though a bit pricey, it’s worth every penny.

7. Bath Squeeze Toys Set:

A set of bath toys is instrumental in giving rise to a drama with the toys as characters you can stage for your baby. They would also keep your kid engaged while she is bathing in the bathtub. Moreover, they work as great teething toys and help in the development of hand muscles as well.

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8. Set of Small Rattle Balls:

These toys for babies are very diverse and attractive as they make various sounds, making them learn the differences between various sounds. They motivate the baby to roll and crawl and are extremely fun to play with once they learn to play with containers. You surely can’t go wrong with these toys.

9. Busy Ball Drop:

This toy involves more rattle balls, and it keeps the baby occupied for a long time as she sees the balls going down and down the ramp. The tower can be made short or tall, depending on the challenge you want to pose for the baby. This improves the baby’s squatting, cruising, walking and kneeling skills substantially.

10. Board Books:

Books are one of the most important things a baby should be introduced to early on. A book with highly contrasting and bright colours will surely attract the baby’s attention. Recite poems and sing songs from the book to your baby, and let her flip through the book pages to develop her motor skills. Babies most prefer books containing various shapes. Read the books with your baby to increase the bonding between you and your kid. Some fun ones include I Went Walking, Brown Bear, and What Do You See? Goodnight, Moon, and Where is Baby’s Belly Button?

11. Soft and Crinkly Activity Blocks:

The colours and various sounds are extremely appealing to the kids, and the soft texture makes these toys a delight to chew for babies. These are extremely helpful to teach your baby about block building by stacking these over one another. Some of them even have bells to make them more enticing.

12. Ring Stacker:

A classic toy for babies, this teaches babies new skills due to the repetition of putting the rings in and out. Moreover, the red ring also acts as a rattle. Babies also use these rings for chewing. This toy helps babies to improve their motor skills hugely.

13. Play Table with Removable Legs:

A fairly recent toy, this can be used in numerous ways. All the legs can be removed so the baby can play on his tummy, or one can remove just two legs for a sitting, crawling and kneeling baby. This is one of the best toys to encourage motor development and develop various hand skills.

14. Baby Tool Bench:

When the baby is trying to learn to sit, they develop their balance faster if something in front of them holds their concentration and attention. This toy has various settings, which do that quite easily. The levers, sliders and spinners reward the baby for activating them. This provides a great experience with tool use for babies, providing stability in their wrists early on.

15. Push Toy For Sitting, Standing, and Walking:

This is by far the best baby toy for a pre-walking baby. Supposing the surface is reliable, this toy helps a great deal in helping a baby in sitting or experimenting with kneeling and standing. It is advisable to play with this toy only after the baby can walk independently. Take care of the surface; ensure the toy doesn’t roll away.

Every baby has unique interests and will respond differently to different toys. Your baby may not like all of these, but at least one of these will please your baby, of that we are certain!

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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