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It is very important to choose toys for babies according to their age stage. It is hoped that this can help optimize your little one’s growth and development.
As quoted from the Indonesian Pediatrician Association (IDAI) page, there are several important developmental phases in a child’s age that need to be taken into consideration when choosing the right toy. Including ages 0-6 months.
At this age, the baby’s hearing and vision functions begin to develop. Babies begin to enjoy seeing and following the movement of objects.
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Apart from that, babies 0-6 months will also turn away when they hear a sound nearby, like to grasp, and start trying to reach for toys.
Therefore, toys with striking colors will be attractive to babies and can help babies develop their vision. You can also choose toys that make sounds when moved to attract your little one’s attention.
Choice of toys for babies 0-6 months
Here are some examples of recommended toys for babies 0-6 months that support their development:
1. Soft book
Mothers can start reading stories frequently to enrich their little one’s language and train their communication, one of which is with soft books. As the name suggests, this book made from soft cloth is safe for babies to play with. Choose a soft book with an attractive design and color, Mother.
2. Rattle
If you see that your child is starting to like holding objects, one of the suitable toys to give is a rattle or hand-held rattle. This toy can make a rattling sound when moved, so it certainly attracts your little one’s attention.
On the market, rattles are sold in various forms, such as sticks, bracelets or rings. Not just sounds, rattles can stimulate a baby’s senses from hearing, sight and touch. This toy also trains children’s concentration and focus.
3. Hanging toys
Hanging toys that rotate can stimulate the baby’s hearing ability and encourage the baby to make sounds. Mothers can choose toys that are brightly colored and move, so they can also train their baby’s ability to see.
4. Busy book
Just as the name suggests, this type of book is also expected to keep babies ‘busy’ in playing and training their concentration, Mother. Busy books can also be a mainstay for mothers when they want to take their little ones on a trip.
This book has various specific activities that children can do. Including shifting, installing, matching, etc.
Similar to soft books, busy books are usually made from soft and soft materials, so they are safe for babies up to 6 months old to play with.
5. Teether
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By the time they are 6 months old, babies generally have started to grow teeth. If your baby is often fussy because his gums feel itchy and painful, give him a teether.
This type of toy is safe for babies to chew on and helps them feel comfortable during the teething phase. Apart from that, teethers can also stimulate children’s speaking abilities.
6. Finger puppets
At the age of 1 month, babies usually start to enjoy holding Mother’s fingers. So, mothers can use finger puppets to invite them to play.
Finger puppets can also be used to tell stories, thereby helping stimulate your little one’s communication skills.
7. Doll
Dolls with soft materials and attractive colors can also be a type of toy that can be given to babies up to 6 months old. The most important thing, choose a doll that is not too big, Mother.
8. Activity mat
To encourage children to play and fill tummy time, mothers can choose activity mat toys. This is a soft play mat, which is equipped with various types of toys to stimulate the baby. Usually these play mats also have striking colors.
9. Play with mirrors
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Until the age of 6 months, babies usually start to enjoy seeing their own reflection in the mirror. If your little one is the same way, you can give him a type of toy that is equipped with a mirror (without glass) so that the baby learns to recognize himself.
10. Baby gym
Similar to activity mats, baby gym toys are also in the form of play mats equipped with various toys on top. Babies will try to reach these interesting toys, which can train their sensory and motor development.
11. Books with a variety of textures
Train babies’ sensory development at ages up to 6 months by providing toys with a touch and feel theme, one of which is books with various textures. These particular books usually have a variety of different fabrics and textures on each page.
Apart from sensory training, this type of toy can also train the baby’s language and speech development.
12. Water play
This water play toy is shaped like a base filled with water with various colorful toys inside. This type of toy can also train children’s senses, as well as getting to know the texture of water. Make sure you always supervise your child when he plays with this type of toy, OK?
This is a review of various types of recommended toys for babies 0-6 months that support their development. Always read the age instructions on the toy packaging before buying it for your little one. Hope it is useful!
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