Baby toys play an important role in the growth and development of babies. As IKEA, we offer safe and high quality toys that will contribute to the physical and mental development of children. Our product range includes designs that will enable babies to learn while having fun with varieties suitable for all age groups.
Baby toys for 0-6 months, specially designed for babies from the first months, are both produced with safe materials and designed to encourage the sensory development of babies.
Toys are presented in colours and forms that can attract the attention of babies, helping to develop visual perception and hand-eye coordination at an early age. Toys produced in colours and different textures develop babies' sense of touch, while toys with sound strengthen their auditory perception. Products developed by IKEA, such as baby toy cars and rattles, are among the types of toys that babies show the most interest in this period.
These products not only provide a fun time but also support the social and emotional development of babies. While playing with toys, babies learn social skills such as establishing cause and effect relationships, taking turns and sharing. 9 month baby toys allow babies to acquire such social skills at an early age.
Baby toys that will teach your babies while entertaining them
IKEA has a wide range of products, from educational toys that support the development of intelligence to educational toys and play rugs that develop babies' motor skills. 1 year old baby toys are designed to help babies learn new skills at a time when they are growing the fastest. These products, specially designed for babies, attract their attention with various shapes and colours and contribute to their mental and physical development.
Jigsaw puzzles, blocks and shape matching games among these products help babies develop their problem solving skills. Again, musical toys and spinners contribute to children's sensory development and encourage coordination of music and movement. IKEA's play rugs provide a safe and fun environment for babies in the process of crawling and taking their first steps, thus positively supporting the development of their motor skills.
Interactive toys in the educational toy category enable babies to learn and explore on their own. Thanks to these products, babies have the chance to develop important skills such as understanding cause and effect relationships and hand-eye coordination. Products such as rattles and touch books support the sensory development of babies, allowing them to better perceive the world.
What are baby toy models?
Baby toy cars, rattles, spinners and soft toys are the types that attract the attention of babies and can keep them busy for a long time. Each toy is rigorously tested for safety and durability. Toy car models contribute to the development of motor skills of young children, while sound and light toys strengthen their sensory perception. Soft toys, which are ideal for babies in the first months, can be their first friends and provide emotional security.
7-month-old baby toys include toys that can move and make sounds to attract and encourage the baby's interest. Babies start to establish cause and effect relationships while playing with these products. Sound toys, such as musical toys, support the auditory development of babies, attract their attention and provide long-term entertainment.
Another important category is baby toys for 0-6 months. Toys made of safe materials and easily grasped are important for babies in this period. Toys are designed to develop fine motor skills and eye-coordination of babies. Teether toys that are specially produced for babies in the teething period and can be kept cold are also included in this category.
9 month baby toys are equipped with more mobile and interactive features. These products are designed in accordance with important milestones such as babies starting to crawl or walk. There are toys such as walkers that encourage babies to follow and encourage them to take steps. These products increase babies' self-confidence and independence.
1 year old baby toys, such as soft books and puzzles, stimulate children's mental development. These toys help babies to recognise objects, learn colours and shapes. 1-2 year old baby toys develop hand-eye coordination and problem solving skills, while supporting the beginning of language skills.
When choosing toys for your baby, you can evaluate products such as baby toy cars and rattles that are made of safe materials and recommended by child development experts. Each toy is designed in colours and shapes that will attract the attention of babies and have features that support their development.
Baby toys according to age groups
Each baby develops different skills at different stages. While 3-month-old baby toys usually have remarkable colours and sounds, baby toys are softer and safer between 0-6 months. 6-month baby toys and 9-month baby toys have more interactive features. 6-12 months baby toys stimulate the sensory organs of babies and improve their ability to perceive their environment. Toys that make a wide variety of sounds, have different textures and bright colours attract the attention of babies and encourage them to make new discoveries.
1 year old baby toys are generally designed to help the development of both large motor skills and fine motor skills in this period when babies start to walk. Push and pull toys, shape sorters and simple puzzles are ideal for supporting children's problem solving skills and hand-eye coordination in this age group. During this period, babies start to learn more about the world around them.
7-month-old baby toys usually offer more stable and supportive features to develop babies' sitting and crawling skills. Toys designed for this age are usually sturdy, durable, and supportive for babies to stand on or hold onto. Products such as activity tables, round ball pools and supported play mats are suitable for this period.
4-month-old baby toys usually address a period when babies begin to develop their reactions to sounds and tactile stimuli. Toys can be equipped with richer sounds, different textures and light lights. These toys encourage babies' sensory perception and help them understand cause and effect.
Baby toys effective for physical development
Products that encourage physical development are important when choosing toys. Push and pull toys are ideal for toddlers. These toys help them develop motor skills and coordination. Trampoline-type toys that encourage activities such as jumping and bouncing help babies strengthen their leg muscles and increase their balance skills.
Physical development is one of the cornerstones of healthy growth processes of babies. Therefore, when choosing toys, it is important to consider alternatives suitable for the child's age and developmental stage. One of the main goals should be to offer toys that support these skills to babies when they start to develop new motor skills such as standing, crawling and walking. These toys can include push walkers, ride-on vehicles and simple puzzles.
During play, babies should be able to move and explore freely; this contributes to the development of their self-confidence and sense of independence. Toys that support physical development attract babies' attention for long periods of time and offer a fun learning process.
From how many months should babies be given toys?
Although babies can be satisfied with simple toys such as baby mobiles in the first months, 4-month-old babies begin to be exposed to mental and physical stimuli with their toys. When choosing toys, products suitable for the age and developmental stage of babies should be preferred. Toys used in this period should have colours and forms that will attract the attention of babies and introduce them to new sounds. Since safety is always a priority, care should be taken to ensure that the toys do not contain small parts and are not in sizes that can be easily swallowed.
6-month-old baby toys usually offer more active and fun activities. These toys include soft books, educational blocks and musical toys. Curious babies can develop both their hearing skills and hand-eye coordination with these toys. These products play a critical role in increasing babies' physical interaction abilities and problem-solving skills. The educational value of toys should be considered as well as their safety.
The next developmental stage, 9 months baby toys, usually includes products that require more motor skills. Toys developed for babies at this stage usually include actions such as pushing, pulling, sorting and help the development of small muscles. These products contribute to the strengthening of babies' ability to move independently. In this period, it is important that toys provide physical and mental stimulation in a balanced way.
What materials are baby toys made of?
Your baby's health is important to us. Our baby toys are produced from natural and harmless materials in accordance with baby health. All our products are tested in accordance with international safety standards. The materials used in the production of baby toys are selected to protect the health of your children. These materials include non-toxic dyes, BPA-free plastics and lint-free fabrics.
Wooden materials used in baby toys are produced from trees obtained by sustainable forestry methods. These trees are processed with minimal damage to the environment and used in toy production. Wooden toys are both environmentally friendly and safe for babies because they contain very few chemicals. IKEA only uses materials from reliable and ethical sources in the production of these wooden toys.
Product safety is a top priority when it comes to baby toys. Every single material used in the production of the toys is subjected to international safety tests. These tests confirm that the toys are suitable for use by children. In addition to physical tests such as tensile, tear and mouth tests, chemical tests are also carried out to ensure that the toys do not carry any health risks.
The materials used in the production of plastic baby toys are also important. IKEA prefers plastics that do not contain harmful chemicals such as phthalates and are suitable for children's health. These plastics stand out with features such as easy cleaning, resistance to germs and long-lasting durability. Only non-toxic dyes are used in the colouring process.
Soft toys are ideal for smaller babies and the filling materials used in these toys are also selected with great care. High quality, hypoallergenic fillers that do not contain harmful substances are preferred. This means that babies can safely cuddle and play with their toys. IKEA's soft toys are produced in such a way that they do not irritate the sensitive skin of babies and can be washed without harming the skin.
Which baby toys are more useful?
It is important to consider variety when choosing toys for their development. Baby toys, educational sets specially designed for a period between 1-2 years of age, expand babies' mental idea repertoire. During this period, babies start to interact more with their environment and their sensitivity to environmental stimuli increases. Therefore, toys or baby gyms, playmats and mobiles with colourful and different textures support their sensory development and accelerate their learning process.
Well-designed baby toys can also improve babies' problem-solving skills. Simple puzzles and shape-matching games improve critical thinking skills and hand-eye coordination. Musical toys and books contribute to the development of language skills and a sense of rhythm. These products both entertain and teach, thus helping children's all-round development.
Another important factor is the potential of toys to develop social skills. Role-playing activities allow children to develop social and emotional skills. Acquiring social skills such as group games, waiting for a turn, sharing and co-operation at an early age positively affects children's social adaptation processes.
Starting with 7-month-old baby toys, motor development toys play a big role in increasing the physical abilities of babies. Products with simple mechanical features, such as push and pull toys, support muscle development and allow babies to discover their independence.
How should baby toys be cleaned?
Regular cleaning of baby toys is important for the health of babies. The surface of all toys is made of easily cleanable material and most of them are machine washable. Dust, allergens and germs accumulated on baby toys can have negative effects on babies' sensitive skin and immune systems. Therefore, toys should be cleaned and disinfected periodically.
When cleaning, it is important to carefully clean the toys that babies take into their mouths. For cleaning baby toys, chemical-free detergents suitable for baby health should be used. The frequency of cleaning should be adjusted depending on how often babies play with the toy and in which environments the toys are used.
In the case of electronic toys, the surfaces of such toys can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. However, it is important that these toys are not exposed to water to prevent damage to the electronics. For this reason, cleaning of electronic baby toys should be done more carefully and carefully.
Some baby toys may have special cleaning requirements. Wooden toys should not be washed with water, instead they should be cleaned with a damp cloth and occasionally treated with natural oils. Plastic toys are more durable and can usually be washed with soap and water. However, it is not recommended to immerse these toys in water.
Things to consider when buying baby toys
When choosing baby toys, your sensitivity to this is extremely important. Firstly, you should pay attention to the part sizes of the toys. Toys with small parts may not be suitable for early age groups such as 3-month-old baby toys because they carry a choking hazard. Therefore, when choosing, it will be useful to prefer products approved according to age groups.
The type of material used in the products is another important factor to check. Plastic toys should not contain harmful chemicals such as BPA. Harmless natural materials that comply with health standards are used in the production of baby toys. Antiallergic and environmentally friendly features are prioritised in models produced from different materials such as baby toy cars or plush toys.
In addition to these factors, it is also important that the products you choose when buying toys for your babies have educational value. You should take care to choose toys that will develop cognitive and motor skills. Products such as learning mats, shape sorters and rattles are among the 6-month-old baby toys and offer both an educational and interactive experience for babies. No matter what age your baby is, you can easily find the most suitable and safe toy models at IKEA.