The best baby toys

Looking for toys for your newest bundle of joy this holiday season? These parent-approved, quality toys are age-appropriate and affordable. Plus, they'll be the source of endless fun for you and your baby. 

A version of this article appeared in our November issue with the headline "Toy Guide: Baby," pp. 100-101.

Fun pop songs play as your baby cruises along. When she's old enough, it converts to a ride-on motorbike. 

Ages: 9 months +
HASBRO, $60
Where to Buy? hasbro.ca

"Every baby needs a maraca! This one was very easy for him to hold."
~ Tammy, mom of Oakley, 1

Ages: 0+
Music Company, $4
Where to Buy? musicaltoys.ca

"She loved the musical noises the turtle made whens he touched his shell." 
~ Katie, mom of Sophie, 7 months

Ages: 0+
LAMAZE, $37
Where to Buy? tomy.com

Squeeze me and I giggle. Babies think I'm hilarious!

Ages: 6 months+ 
Fisher Price, $20
Where to Buy? fisher-price.com

Five pretty sides of play on this wooden toy. 

Ages: 12 months+
Alex Toys, $110
Where to Buy? mastermindtoys.com

"It's nice to see a toy with so much variety. Every week she finds a new way to play with this."
~Chelsey, mom of Ava, 18 months

Ages: 0+
Little Tikes, $90
Where to Buy? littletikes.com

Cute, soft, alphabet blocks that jingle! 

Ages: 6 months+
Club Jouet, $35
Where to Buy? Amazon.com