BEST TOYS FOR NEWBORN BABY - A GUIDE FOR CHOOSING BEST BABY TOYS

 



Toys are everywhere, but how do you decide which ones to get? There are some with bright lights and music, others that are colorful and highly sensory, and the list goes on (and on).

You may be completely and understandably overwhelmed if you walk down the toy aisles of your local big box store. While many packages specify ages and stages, you may still be unsure about what is best for your children.

You can now exhale a sigh of relief. From toys for the tiniest babies to ones that will grow with your child as they move and groove into their toddler years, we've got you covered.

 

How we chose

Choosing the absolute "best" toys for babies is unquestionably a personal matter. Every day, new toys are introduced to the market. Above all, choose items that are safe (avoid choking hazards), age appropriate (because babies change so much in their first year), and, of course, enjoyable (after all, they are toys!).

 

For this list, we polled Facebook users, asked our staff for their recommendations, looked at best-selling items, followed the American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) guidelines, and weighed overall value and customer reviews.Keep in mind that the price ranges listed below are only estimates; actual prices may vary depending on the time of year, sales, and other special offers.

 

When it comes to shopping, there are a few things to keep in mind.

 

When it comes to toys for babies, the AAP advises parents and caregivers to "return to the basics." While flashing screens and digital gadgets may appear to be the newest and greatest thing, they may be harmful to your baby's developing brain and body.

 

Choose toys that encourage creativity and interaction- If you can find toys that help your child work on fine motor or gross motor skills, you'll get bonus points.

 

Choking hazards are one of the most serious risks associated with toys. Coins, marbles, toys that can be compressed by a baby's mouth, small balls, button batteries, beads, and balloons are all choking hazards for babies.

 

No toys, especially soft toys and blankets, should be placed in the baby's sleeping area. Soft objects and bedding should be kept out of a baby's crib until they are at least one year old, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

 

Toy age ranges can be found on the packaging or in the descriptions. Most will provide you with a general age range for which it is intended. Use your common sense after that. (That toy drone you put in your cart, for example, might be more for you than your 5-month-old baby.)

Keep in mind that babies put almost everything in their mouths. As a result, double-check that whatever you're buying is made from natural materials whenever possible and is free of BPA and other potentially hazardous materials.

Toys marketed as educational aren't worth worrying about. The goal with babies isn't to teach them their ABCs or facts. Instead, opportunities for interaction and bonding are provided.

Include a variety of books and toys to aid in the development of imagination and thought.

Keep an eye out for toys that promote stereotypes, whether they are racial or gender stereotypes.

 

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While this list contains many toys, rest assured that your baby does not require every gadget and gizmo to be happy and healthy.

Toys can help with development and make life more enjoyable, but don't be fooled by flashy features or marketing promises (for example, your baby won't recognize letters or numbers for the first year). The simplest toys are sometimes the best choices and the most popular among children.

Toys are also designed to help people bond. So, get down on your hands and knees and start playing!


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