Developmentally appropriate toys for toddlers

With an infant on your hands, it might feel like all you do these days is feed, change diapers and catch a nap while baby sleeps if you're lucky. When it comes to playing with babies, how much your child gets out of it is directly related to how much time and effort you put into it. By choosing toys and activities that match what your little one is ready to work on, you make the most of your infant's awake times and set the stage for important early learning. Since younger babies can't exactly wander over to the toy bins and pick out something that catches their eye, it falls to you to select playthings that give baby the chance to practice and refine new skills. Read on to get age-appropriate play ideas and learn about the best developmental toys for babies at every age and stage.

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Playtime is a magical time for kids. It is during playtime that they get to discover new things about themselves and their surroundings. Through play, children are able to form muscles, develop flexibility, establish balance and coordination, and allow for enhanced control of their finer muscle movements. Play also help children develop their cognitive skills, from language and communication to numbers and shapes to critical thinking, problem-solving, and logical reasoning. More importantly, however, is the role of play in the development of interpersonal skills and a healthier self-concept.

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