Toys for 3-6 Month Old Babies: Supporting Developmental Milestones

As your baby grows and develops, their play needs and interests will change. From three to six months, your baby will start to become more curious about the world around them and will be able to interact with toys in new ways. Here are some toys that are suitable for babies aged 3-6 months and how they support developmental milestones during this time:

Tummy Time Toys: By three months, your baby will start to spend more time on their tummy, which is important for developing their neck and upper body strength. Tummy time toys, such as a small cushioned mirror or a soft book with interesting textures, can make this time more engaging and enjoyable.

• Inflatable Tummy Time Mat Premium Baby Water Play Mat

• Crawling Crab Tummy Time Toy with Music and LED Light

Grasping Toys: Around four months, your baby will start to develop their hand-eye coordination and will be able to grasp and hold objects. Look for toys that are easy to grip, such as soft balls or rings, to encourage this new skill.

• Manhattan Toy Winkel Rattle & Sensory Teether Toy

• Bright Starts Oball Shaker Rattle Toy

• Wooden Montessori Baby Sensory Rattle

Teething Toys: Teething discomfort can start as early as three months, so having safe and appropriate teething toys can be helpful. Look for toys that are easy to hold and chew on, such as teething rings or textured teethers.

• 3 Pack Silicone Teether Toy

• Frida Baby Not-Too-Cold-to-Hold Silicone Teether

• Textured Silicone Teether - Sensory Exploration with Easy to Hold Handles

• Baby Food Feeder/Fruit Feeder Pacifier (2 Pack) - Infant Teething Toy Teether

Activity Mats: Activity mats with hanging toys can be great for encouraging your baby to reach and bat at objects, which supports their fine motor development. Look for mats with colorful and textured toys that can be moved around to keep your baby engaged.

• The Play Gym by Lovevery - our absolute favorite!

• Fisher-Price Playmat Kick & Play - Smart Stages Learning Content

Cause-and-Effect Toys: As your baby's understanding of cause and effect begins to develop around five months, toys that respond to their actions can be particularly interesting. Look for toys with buttons, levers, or knobs that make noises or cause movement.

• Bright Starts Spinner Cause and Effect Musical Baby Toy

Musical Toys: Around six months, your baby will start to appreciate more complex sounds and rhythms. Musical toys, such as small keyboards or toy drums, can be fun and stimulating.

• Baby Einstein Star Plush Musical Take-Along Toy

• Fisher-Price Soothe & Glow Seahorse

• Montessori Spinning Drum

• Montessori Toys for Babies 0-6 Months

It's important to remember that every baby develops at their own pace and may have different interests and abilities. It's okay if your baby isn't interested in a particular toy or doesn't seem to be reaching milestones at the same rate as other babies. Just like adults, babies have unique personalities and preferences. In addition to providing appropriate toys, it's also important to interact with your baby during playtime. Talking to your baby, playing peek-a-boo, and encouraging them to explore their toys can all help support their social and cognitive development. By providing your baby with safe and engaging toys and spending time interacting with them, you can help support their development and create special bonding moments.

xo, Taira!