BEST TOYS TO PLAY WITH BABIES (0-12 MONTHS)
BEST TOYS TO PLAY WITH BABIES (0-12 MONTHS)
Some popular toy options for babies between 0-12 months include:
- Soft, plush toys for grasping and cuddling
- Rattles for developing auditory senses
- Sensory toys with different textures and shapes for exploring
- Black and white board books for visual stimulation
- Stacking toys for developing fine motor skills
- Musical toys for encouraging movement and rhythm.
- It's important to keep safety in mind when choosing toys for babies, and to supervise playtime at all times.
Additional toy options for babies between 0-12 months include:
- Activity gyms or play mats with hanging toys for visual and auditory stimulation
- Teethers or chew toys for developing oral motor skills
- Shape sorters for developing problem-solving skills
- Soft blocks for stacking and building
- Mirrors for self-discovery and self-recognition
- Push and pull toys for developing gross motor skills
- Bath toys for play during bath time
- It's also important to keep in mind that while toys are great for providing stimulation and entertainment for babies, they also benefit from interacting with the people and environment around them, such as talking, singing, and reading to them, and taking them for walks and other outings.
Additional toy options for babies between 0-12 months include:
- Stackable cups or nesting cups for developing hand-eye coordination
- Soft cloth books for reading and exploring different textures
- Stuffed animals for companionship and emotional bonding
- Baby-safe stuffed toys for cuddling and comfort
- Soft dolls for imaginative play and nurturing
- Wooden blocks for stacking and building
- Sensory balls for exploring different shapes, sizes and textures
- Baby-safe musical instruments for encouraging movement and creativity.
It's important to keep in mind that babies develop at different rates, and what may be a suitable toy for one baby may not be for another. As the baby grows and develops new skills, it's a good idea to rotate the toys to keep things interesting and stimulating for the baby.
