We all want to ensure that our babies are well looked after and have everything they need to keep them safe and happy. That is why we ensure that we have all the necessities, such as food, clothing and nappies in abundance but we also need to ensure that our babies have the tools they need to learn and grow. This means that parents need to choose the toys they buy their babies very carefully.
Hand-Eye Coordination
One of the first things a baby will need to learn is hand-eye coordination. Babies need to learn how to grab the objects they see so that they can pick them up, play with them and move themselves around. Most babies develop this skill quite naturally at around the 6 month mark but it can take them a while to perfect it and that is why toys such as the Galt playnest, stacking toys and boxes are so crucial. They allow babies to experiment with and perfect their hand-eye coordination so that they are able to eventually do everyday tasks such as pick up and play with toys, feed themselves and so on.
Shape colour and Texture
Our senses are very important. They allow us to enjoy food, sense danger and simply enjoy life. Babies in particular, love to indulge their senses in any way they can. Giving them textured toys which are fun to hold can keep a baby stimulated and happy for a long time. They can also teach him or her more about shapes and colours, which is a vital part of any child’s development.
Buying toys in a range of different fabrics, shapes and colours is a great idea but toys which make sounds and flash lights when they are touched are also great, as they will stimulate every sense.
Crawl mats and playnests are a good option as they tend to offer stimulation for all of the main senses. Musical toys are another good option as music can really stimulate a baby’s mind, developing creativity and emotional development as they listen.
Galt produce and sell a fantastic range of educational toys for babies and children between the ages of 0-10 years. The Galt playnest is one of the most beneficial toys for stimulating a baby’s senses. Visit their website to find out more about this fantastic toy.