Toys for Babies and Toddlers that they’ll ACTUALLY play with: 6 month old
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As a Mama of 2 littles, I know how hard it can be to find toys babies ACTUALLY play with.
Let's be real: toys that hold a baby's attention for longer than five minutes can be tough! I've seen a LOT of expensive baby toys come and go.
But these toys were absolute favorites for BOTH my babies starting right around the 6-month mark well into toddler times. These are the tried-and-true winners that passed the ultimate two-baby test!
These soft toys are perfect for engaging babies in floor time, they are easy to clean, and all have a fantastic sensory component to help build essential hand strength and cognitive skills.
If you're looking for tried-and-true gift ideas for a 6-month-old (or older!), these are the clear winners you need to grab now!
The BEST toys for Babies 6 Months +
1. The Soft Barn with Farm Animals
HONESTLY - I cannot recommend this one enough!
This Soft Barn with Animals is a clear winner and was definitely the favorite toy for both our babies.
Why We Love It: It’s soft, easy for little hands to grasp, and introduces early imaginative play by teaching animals. The barn itself acts as great storage, and folds down small,which is a massive bonus for minimizing clutter.
The Mom Perk: It’s incredibly easy to wash! A quick wipe-down or toss in the gentle cycle, and it's good as new.
2. The Colorful Developmental Bump Ball
This ball looks simple, but its great for engaging little ones during floor time. Both babies were mesmerized by this fun and colorful toy.
Why We Love It: The high contrast colors and different textures paired with the rattle immediately capture their attention, making tummy time more bearable. The "bumps" make it easy for them to grip and learn how to throw and roll.
The Mom Perk: It encourages rolling and crawling, helping them meet those crucial early milestones without a fight.
3. The Soft Tissue Box Sensory Toy
We tried so many sensory toys, and this little toy provided hours of entertainment for both babies!
Why We Love It: The Soft Tissue Box Sensory Toy fulfills that natural instinct babies have to pull things out! It’s designed to be pulled, squeezed, and explored. The crinkly "tissues" and different fabric textures help stimulate their senses and develop those fine motor skills needed for hand strength.
The Mom Perk: It keeps them occupied safely, and you can throw it in your diaper bag for on-the-go distraction.
Finding baby gifts that truly earn their spot in your toy rotation can be hard, but I promise these three soft toys deliver.
This is Part 1 of my series: Gifts for Babies That They Will ACTUALLY Play With.
Follow along for more tried-and-true gift ideas and baby essentials that pass the "mom of 2 under 1" test!
