Bright Starts, 5-in-1 Your Way Ball Play Activity Gym and Ball Pit with 40 Balls - Totally Tropical, Play Gym with 20+ Minutes of Lights and Music, 7 Detachable Activity Toys, Ages Newborn +

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Size: H41cm x W50cm x D81cm | Material: Plastic | Batteries required: Yes (2x AA) | Suitable for: 0 - 12 months| Skills: Best for motor and communication skills What we love The manufacturer claims that its innovative cushioning is so soft an egg wouldn’t break even when dropped onto it from a 10 foot height — though we don’t recommend testing this unless you’re prepared for the cleanup! Play gyms that accommodate tummy time are desirable. For instance, a pillow that props up the baby can be beneficial until a little one builds the strength to hold themselves up on their own. Toys available at eye level and a mat with vividly colored graphics are advantageous, as well. As baby grows up, he can practice motor skills by dropping the balls himself! For younger babies, the jumbo playmat lays flat for tummy time (psst, we even added in a tummy time prop pillow). The cheerful elephant toy plays music and lights up to catch and keep baby’s attention. You’ll love the Totally Tropical fashion complete with toucans, palm trees and more. Playtime is all around with 6 additional toys: bead chaser, safari-themed crinkle toy, baby-safe mirror, flash cards, hanging leaf toy and bead rattle. Who’s ready to have a ball with Bright Starts. Includes 7 tropically cool take-along toys: elephant musical toy, crinkle toy, mirror, flash cards, hanging leaf toy and bead rattle. Grow with me from infant to toddler, ages newborn and up. Machine washable mat and easy-to-clean wipeable toys.

Includes 7 tropically cool take-along toys: elephant musical toy, crinkle toy, mirror, flash cards, hanging leaf toy and bead rattle Your baby can use an activity gym or play mat from day one, but it is best to wait until they’re at least two to three months old before you expect them to engage. How long should a baby use a play mat or activity gym for?

Size: H48.3 x W96.5 x D96.5cm | Material: Polyester, PP, mirrored PETG board, PU foam, fibre glass rod, EVA | Batteries required: Non-replaceable coin batteries (included) | Suitable for: 0 months+ | Skills: Best for motor skills What we love

The toys hang from soft “wooden” poles, and you can set the height of the toys as your baby grows using the added loops. Durability. Get a mat or a gym that is capable of withstanding wear and tear, especially if you want your little one to use it into toddlerhood, or perhaps if you want to put it aside to eventually be used by a younger sibling. While personal taste is always the deciding factor, consider the following tips before purchasing your baby gym: Comfort is key Plus, when your baby is a little older and more active, we've also compiled a guide to the best baby walker to help them toddle along further than their play mat. A play gym can help a baby enjoy and look forward to time spent playing on the floor. There are infant activity gyms in dozens of styles and colors with all sorts of different toys and features, so choosing the best one for your child might seem challenging. Knowing what characteristics are the most educational and entertaining might make it easier to make the best selection.We have a foam mat from Munchkin & Bear and would highly recommend it! We’ve spent so much time on the floor with our baby since the mat arrived – we’re much comfier! He’s just started to roll on it, but it will be amazing when he can sit etc." (Suggested by Mumsnet user Derbee) Our verdict Think of a baby gym as an entry-level workout for little adventurers on their first foray into the big wide world of independent exploration. It’s also a great way for little people to develop the muscles they need to lift their heads and, eventually, to sit up, crawl and walk. And last but by no means least, it's a safe space to pop your little one when you need a moment's peace. The benefits of using a baby gym A baby gym is a padded play mat with an activity arch that includes games and sensory elements to catch your baby’s attention. They often come with a selection of hanging toys for your little one to work on their mental and physical development too.

Size: H106cm x W45cm x D115cm | Material: Plastic | Batteries required: No | Suitable for: 0 - 12 months | Skills: Best for motor skills and cognition What we love

Aesthetic: You have to like the look of it as much as your child, as you could be staring at it in your living room for quite a few years, especially if you are planning on having more, so ensure that it appeals to you as much as your baby.