The toys that actually get used (and loved) in baby’s first year. Think developmental, engaging, and not annoying. These grow with your baby. From tummy time to first steps. Which is amazing because you’re not constantly buying more.
The only play gym you’ll need. High-contrast, sensory zones, and grows with baby into a full activity setup.
The Play Gym | Baby Activity & Tummy Time Mat - Lovevery
A fan favorite for a reason! Music, lights, and those iconic baby kicks that keep them entertained forever.
Fisher-Price Deluxe Kick & Play Piano Gym - Target
Perfect for newborn vision development with bold contrast and interactive hanging toys.
Magical Tales™ Black & White Gymini - Tiny Love
Lightweight, easy to grab, and doubles as a teether. This one lives in our diaper bag.
Winkel Teething And Rattle Toys - Manhattan Toy Company
Gentle sounds + wobble movement = instant baby obsession.
Hape Penguin Musical Wobbler - Hape Toys (Hape International Inc.)
Suction this to a high chair and buy yourself 10 minutes.
Sassy Wonder Wheel High Chair Tray Toy
A modern shape sorter that actually keeps baby engaged (and not frustrated).
InnyBin - Best Baby Toys & Gifts for Babies - Fat Brain Toys
Simple, safe, and endlessly entertaining—from bath time to stacking practice.
Stacking Cups – Green Toys eCommerce
Soft, safe, and babies LOVE the pull-back motion once they figure it out.
Pull-Back Vehicles Baby and Toddler Toy - Melissa & Doug
A classic. Easy grip, plays music, and somehow never gets old.
Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Toy 3+ Months
This toy has buttons, sounds, and colors. Great toy for curiosity and fine motor skills.
VTech Spin and Learn Color Flashlight
Interactive + adorable. Plays peek-a-boo and keeps babies giggling.
Animated Flappy The Elephant, 12 in - Gund
Teether + stacking toy = less clutter, more use.
STACK N CHEW - Malarkey Kids
This ball is super easy for your little human to grab. Perfect for early motor skill development.
Bright Starts Oball Easy Grasp Classic Ball
Encourages crawling with lights, sounds, and movement.
Skip Hop Explore & More Rolling Owl Toy
Old school but still elite. Great for coordination and problem-solving.
Fisher-Price Baby Rock-A-Stack Rings Toy
The awesome thing about this toy is it’s a 2-in-1.
Hape Pound & Tap Bench with Xylophone
We love Ms. Rachel. If your baby loves Ms. Rachel… this is a no-brainer.
