In the very early stages, playing with your baby is a great way to form a bond with your child as well as a way to teach them and help them grow.
Bonding with your baby is incredibly important, with many studies highlighting how vital it is that a child form an attachment to their parent for their developmental health. Besides, you'll want to spend as much time as you can before they become teenagers and want nothing to do with you except borrow money.
From classic toys like the seesaw, to more modern tech toys like 'Toymail,' these toys will help your child to form attachments through play, with you and other children. Some of these toys even help kids with autism to better understand emotion, further highlighting the important effects playing with your baby can have.
18 Ways to Play with Your Baby
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Chromatic Rocker Toys
The DIY Rainbow Rocker is a Great Way to Get Little Tots Active
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Ingenious Magnetic Fort Blocks
Squishy Forts is the Fort Construction Kit You've Been Waiting For
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Tiny Table Tennis
The Ping Pong by Huzi Design is a Playful and Flexible Surface for All
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Ethical Artisanal Plushies
These Handmade Plush Toys From Dsenyo Help Empower Female Artisans
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Multifarious Musical Toys
The Musicon is an Interactive and Engaging Instrument for Young Children
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Versatile Mini Playgrounds
The Bugge Lets Your Child Play Without Sharp Edges
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Multisensory Children Toys
Joyco by Jowan Baransi Focuses on Kids Who Suffer from Autism
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Modular Animal Toys
Minimals by Sebastian Burga Look Like Retro Video Game Characters
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Communicative Kiddie Toys
'Toymail' is a Like a Safe Voicemail System for Kids and Parents
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Emotion-Teaching Playthings
Plan Toys' Build-A-Robot Targets Children with Autism
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Transformative Teeter Totters
The Seesaw Seat Changes into a Chair When You Need to Rest
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Safety-Conscious Building Blocks
The Ouchless Baby Blocks are Designed to Prevent Infant Injuries
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Car-Themed Modular Toys
The Mega Bloks First Builders Fast Tracks Raceway is Fun and Affordable
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Womb-Mimicking Dolls
These Winnie the Pooh Infant Toys Mimic Mom Organs to Help Babies Sleep
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Stimulating Baby Phones
The VTech Touch and Swipe is a Smartphone For Babies and Toddlers
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Dessert-Themed Infant Toys
These Donut Rattles from POKETO Resemble Sugary Snacks
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Toddler Typeface Teaching Books
These Graphic Toddler Books Illustrate Typography
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Toddler Toy Boxes
The Citrus Lane Box Includes Toys and Treats for 3-5 Year-Olds
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The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Child-Friendly Medication Dispensers
The 'Singing Bottle' Concept by Fengrui Wang is Interactive
Anniversary-Celebrating Toy Collections
The LEGO® Group & Hasbro Unveil LEGO DUPLO® PEPPA PIG Sets
Family Board Game Promos
Hasbro and Birds Eye Teamed Up to Encourage Family Bonding
Playful Cosmic Displays
The LEGO Group's Unidentified Playing Objects Speak to Curious Gen Alpha
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Minimalist Play Furniture
Blueberry and Third Specializes in Slick and Stylish Toys
Emotional Regulation Plushies
Slumberkins' Flip Out Hammerhead Teaches Kids to Manage Feelings
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Sustainable Kinetic Sand Toys
Kinetic Sand Project Planet Encourages Ecosystem Protection
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
AI-Fuelled Caregiving Apps
Nanni AI is an App that Helps Parents Understand their Babies
Technical Education Car Toys
The Conceptual 'GoCar' Helps Kids Learn to Code Autonomous Vehicles
Calming Childhood Sleep Speakers
The Audiozen My Little Morphée Helps Kids Relax Before Bed
Buildable Marble Mazes
The LEGO Magic Maze is a Challenging, Skill-Building Tabletop Game
Electronic Plush Toys
The Furblet Mini Toys Have Over 45 Fun Tunes, Sounds, and Furbish Phrases
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Smart Baby Bassinets
The Graco SmartSense Soothing Bassinet Detects & Responds to Cries
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Interactive Sensory Tables
The Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Light Station Offers Six Play Modes
AI-Enhanced STEM Toys
The Kidx Classbox Fuses Montessori Methods with NFC Tech & AI
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Multi-Sensory Education Devices
The Conceptual 'Squashy' VR Education Device Has a Tactile Form
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Early Development Toys
Spin Master Collaborated on the Educational Ms. Rachel Collection
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Travel-Inspired Toy Catalogs
The Tennessee Playcation Catalog Shares the Joy of Travel
Family-Friendly Interactive Museums
LEGO's Superpower Studios is Devoted to Hands-On Play
Multifunctional Magnetic Folding Tables
The 'FoldPlay' Folding Table Works Anywhere in the House
Digital Magnetic Toy Models
The Tenki Spliced Magnetic Attraction Toy is Educational
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Multisensory Toy Boxes
The Janod Boxes Stimulate Sight, Touch, Hearing and More
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Interactive Play Experiences
LEGO's Superpower Academy Connects Families with the Power of Play
Designer Kids Training Bikes
The Costway Kids Bike With Training Wheels is Customizable
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Kids' Entertainment Initiatives
Yoto x CF Shopping Centers will Offer Summer Programming for Kids
Self-Esteem Promoting Plushies
Bigfoot Kin Teaches Children How to Love Themselves
Modern Parenting Solutions
KeaBabies is Sustainable Solutions for Modern Parenting Challenges
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Educational Plush Toys
Slumberkins' 'Dragon Egg Hatchlings' Toys Inspire Emotional Development
Screen-Free Pre-School Speakers
The Learn with Peppa Tonie Supports Pre-Readers with Audio Content
Playful AI Companions
Snorble Supports Social-Emotional Development & Educational Advancement
Nutritious Organic Infant Formulas
Happy Baby Infant Formula is Nutritious and Health-Focused
Dog-Friendly Board Games
The Dog’s Best Friend Game Incorporates Enrichment and Training
Functional Infant Bedding
Mulberry Park Silks Introduces the Cozy 'Silk Crib & Toddler Sheets'
Elephant Teething Gloves
Moyuum Introduces a Functional Elephant-Shaped Teething Solution
Soothing Auditory Infant Nightlights
The VAVA Peep-a-Light Offers Eight Sound Options
Geometric Design Toys
The Little Toy by Eames Office Has Been Revived After Six Decades
Experiment-Based Playsets
Moose Toys' Beast Lab Reinvigorates Action Figure Category
Sustainable Knitted Toddler Sneakers
Nike Launches the Swoosh 1 Trainer with Colorful Details
Toddler-Targeted Smartwatches
The 'NehNehBaby' Training Watch Teaches Children Healthy Habits
Play-Based Learning Collections
Staples Launches the Curated Kids Learn + Play Collection
AI Bedtime Stories
Storyville Helps Parents by Creating Magical Experiences for Their Children
Buildable Paper Playsets
Playper's Curious Kingdom: Castle Playset Encourages Creativity
Fuzzy Musical Collectibles
Furblets are Interactive Toys That Introduce Furby to a New Generation
Book-Themed Collectibles
Booksy's Tiny Books & Figures Inspire a Love of Reading in Kids
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
Science-Backed Literacy Games
Kangaroo Cravings is a Learn-to-Read Game Based on Brain Science
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Anxiety-Alleviating Animal Experiences
The Gentle Barn May Alleviate Stress During Back-To-School
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Multi-Functional Baby Carriers
LÍLLÉbaby's Elevate Six-in-One Carrier is Versatile and Practical
AI Baby Generators
This Tool Gives People a Glimpse at Their Potential Future Child
Platful Ergonomic Children's Chairs
Studio Lentala Designs the Rom and Lupa Chairs for Children
Interactive Windmill Toys
HABA's Kullerbu Windmill 25 Piece Starter Track Set is Hands-On
Personalized AI Stories
Magic Bookshelf Places Your Child at the Center of Personalized Adventures
Smart Sensory Toys
Peel&Play Has Interlocking Pieces That Can Be Peeled & Rebuilt
AI-Powered Lullaby Apps
The 'Baby Bond' App Uses AI to Read Lullabies to Kids as Family Members
AI Baby Tracking Apps
Baby Records Helps First-Time Parents Navigate Stress and Milestones
Advanced Baby Monitors
Philips Avent Has Introduced Its Premium Connected Baby Monitor
Oceanic Sleep Soothers
The Angelcare Magical Dreams Bobby The Whale Projector is Calming
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Branded Education Engagement Reports
The LEGO Education Report Offers a Look into the Classroom
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Preschool Gaming Subscriptions
The Piknik App Subscription Service Shares Games for Preschoolers
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Conversational Language Learning Apps
Babyl Uses AI to Present a Personalized Language Buddy
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Kid Entrepreneur Carts
Allboss is a Creative Approach to Entrepreneurship for Children
Smartphone-Concealing Books
The 'GATBOOK' Keeps Smartphones Out of Infant View
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
Confidence-Promoting Conversation Cards
TableTalk is a Card Deck of Mealtime Conversations
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Insect Habitat Toys
Smart Lab Toys' Insect Inspector Lab Bug Playground Encourages STEM Learning
Magnetic Building Playsets
Moose Toys' Tile Town Has Dynamic Action Tiles to Spark Imagination
ASMR-Inspired Soothing Toys
These Sensory Motion Bubblers Visually Create Calm
Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
The Freckled Frog's 'Happy Architect' Toy is for Curious Youth
Baby-Focused Learning Toys
Matchstick Monkey's Playtime Toys Help Babies Develop Fine Motor Skills
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Bilingual Baby Toys
Bebé Fuerte Explores Movement as Play
AI-Tailored Bedtime Stories
Slumber Stories AI Tells Stories Based on a Child's Interests
Braille Building Blocks
LEGO's Play with Braille Bricks Teach Kids with Visual Impairments to Read
Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
These Children's Socks Add a Touch of Whimsy to the Everyday Item
Multifunctional Building Planks
'KEVA Planks' are Diverse Building Toys for All Ages
Safe Play-Training Kids Toys
The TouchNot Ensures Children are Not Playing with Fragile Devices
Child-Friendly Knife Sets
Little Kitchen Academy's Progressive Knife Set Instils Confidence
Playtime-Encouraging Toy Capsules
Oreo Unveils the Art of Play Toys in Black and White
Daycare Organization Essentials
Colle à Moi Offers Daycare Organization Tools
Parent-Child Connection Platforms
ParentSider Helps Parents Get More Quality Time with Their Kids
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
YouTuber-Inspired Developmental Toys
Spin Master Unveils a New Ms. Rachel Toy Collection
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Children's Wearable Blankets
Super Blanky Encourages Adventure and Positivity
Early Literacy Campaigns
Leapfrog Launched the Everything Starts with Reading Campaign
Kid-Friendly Emotion Management Tools
Angry Kid Supports Children and Parents Navigating Feelings
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Convenient Baby Harness Seats
The Liuliuby Baby Travel Essential Harness Seat is Portable
Baby Sleep Training Platforms
BabySleepBot Uses Small Sound Bites to Address Baby Sleep Concerns
Calming Baby Cushions
Homedics' 3-in-1 Calming Cushion is a Science-Backed Baby Lounger
Stone-Like Supportive Toys
Play Maker Stapelstein Expands to the American Market
Anatomically Inspired Baby Bottles
Emulait Makes Bottle Feeding Feel as Natural as Breastfeeding
Kids Safety Gadgets
Pinwheel's Plus 3 and Slim 5 Keeps Parents and Kids Connected Through a Device
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Platform-Enabled Baby Registries
Etsy Launches a New Baby Registry Feature for Parents
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Playful Puppet Baby Toys
Kids Preferred Taps Sesame Street for a Snuggly Baby Accessory Capsule
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
Child-Friendly Good Habit Apps
Little Streaks Builds Healthy Habits in Kids
Learning-Focused Robotics Toys
The Robots In Motion Building Set Ignites STEM Interest in Youth
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Parenting Course Apps
Tiny Souls Media Debuts Zip and the Tiny Sprouts Alongside a Parenting Tool
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Childhood Memory Capturing Apps
Dear Little One Allows Parents to Record Messages for Their Child
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Play-Encouraging Intational Holidays
The UN Officially Marks the Inaugural Day of Play
Early Childhood Development Courses
The ChildCare Education Institute Offers a Free Course
Early Childhood Independence Straps
EaZyHold Grip Support Develops Engagement for Children