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We all want the best for our babies. We give them the love they need, warm their stomachs and rock them to fall asleep every night. An important factor in becoming the new parent of a baby is providing them with the tools they need to learn, grow, and take on the world. Baby toys are a very important investment for all parents. But what are the right baby toys to buy for your baby?

Baby toys to stimulate hand-eye coordination

Hand-eye coordination is the ability to see and grasp objects. By the age of four months, your baby’s hand-eye coordination begins to develop. Your baby will grab things and try to pick them up. Don’t worry, he’ll get the hang of it quickly. Around five to six months old, your baby will learn how to grab a baby toy, maybe a baby block, grab it and hold it. Around seven months old, your baby will learn to drop this toy when he’s done playing with it.

Developing hand-eye coordination is a crucial tool that all babies need to master, and it should be done as soon as possible. We use hand-eye coordination in everyday tasks such as bringing a fork to our mouth, brushing our teeth and brushing our hair. Think about it. Mastering hand-eye coordination can help a person be able to perform more complex tasks like quickly typing on a computer, playing the piano, painting a masterpiece, or even sewing a button on a dress. You could be the proud parent of a modern day Mozart!

The best thing to do when trying to help your baby is to have a baby toy within reach. So wait until he catches it. You don’t want to show him how it works. For him, it’s all the fun! Some baby toys that help develop hand-eye coordination are:

• Blocks – Soft blocks for children 4-7 months and more sturdy blocks for babies over 12 months.
• Stacking Toys will teach your baby not only to maneuver the object, but also to put them together.
• Household items such as plastic lids, plastic bottles.

Stimulate your baby’s senses with textured baby toys

Did you feel the pull of your hair when your baby is about four months old? We have all felt it and our reaction is pain first, then joy. Many of us just pull the baby’s white grip and say “No”, but is that really the answer we should be giving? It’s your baby saying, “I need my sense of touch to be stimulated!” Maybe instead of just saying “no,” give your baby a toy that will stimulate his sense of touch, teaching him that many different things have different textures, shapes and colors.

There are many baby toys that will do just that. There are toys that have different textures such as bumps and curves; Baby toys that have crumpled material and other fabrics. There are also toys that have all of these and lights and music to stimulate your baby’s sense of hearing.

Some toys that you might want to consider are:

• Exploration Mats & Play Nests – Baby exploration mats come in many styles. A toy maker, Galt, has created a baby play nest that stimulates touch, vision and hearing. Fabric covers the inflatable ring creating a safe and independent play environment for babies and toddlers.
• Activity Cube – A large, colorful and soft block with fun activities for baby to explore. Features can include mirrors, crumpled materials, wool, sounds and lights, etc.
• Music Creators – These baby toys allow baby to press different buttons and see what new sound is produced.

Stimulate your baby’s mind and emotions with music

Have you ever heard a song that, whatever your mood, would uplift you immediately? Or maybe the one that made you drowsy? Well babies get all of these emotions from music too. Music is a wonderful way to introduce your baby to their own sense of emotions, feelings, and the wonderful world of creativity and imagination! Several baby music CDs are available to invoke various feelings in your baby. Some of the best choices for parents to consider include the Brainy Baby® Music Collection.

• Brainy Baby® Peaceful Baby (TM) – Soothing, restful music that gradually lulls your child into a deep, refreshing sleep.
• Cheerful Baby (TM) – The compositions, melodies, rhythms and tonal ranges of Cheerful Baby encourage a good mood!
• Playful Baby (TM) – Vibrant, invigorating music that encourages your child to actively explore the richness of their world.
• Sleepy Baby (TM) – Soothing and restful music that gradually lulls your child into a deep, refreshing sleep.

So what are you looking for?

When you go shopping for toys for your baby, you will want to focus on toys that will stimulate your baby’s mind, senses, curiosity, and imagination. For a baby up to a year old, keep it simple with large soft baby blocks, stacking toys, play mats or play nests, activity cubes. As an added bonus while reading, throw a CD into the CD player and watch your baby touch, explore and discover new abilities!

© Elizabeth Geiger

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Source by Elizabeth Geiger