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The 28 Best Infant Toys of 2023

The Manhattan Toy Winkel tops our list as a teether and rattle all in one.From birth to their first birthday, infants are reaching developmental milestones, like smiling or walking for the first time, at a rapid pace.1

 Whether it’s for your own child or a close friend’s little one, a developmentally-appropriate baby toy is useful in expanding a child’s skills. Infant toys should be fun, engaging, and safe for tiny hands (and mouths) to easily explore.

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The Manhattan Toy Winkel Rattle & Sensory Teether Toy is soft to the touch and made with non-toxic materials, so babies can chomp all day long on this two-in-one rattle and teether. For a toy aimed at developing gross motor skills, we recommend the VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker.

The right baby toy is "all about stimulating the senses: visual, auditory, and tactile," says Laurie Leahey, senior editor at Toys, Tots, Pets & More (TTPM). "Sensory stimulation for babies is a key feature because that's the way babies explore the world around them. Toys that are safe for babies to put in their mouths or that offer a lot of different textures, colors, patterns, and sounds will really help promote the development of a baby's senses."

Always check the age recommendations issued by the manufacturer to ensure the toy is suitable for the newest family member. Toys with small pieces, magnets, and button batteries should be avoided since they pose a choking hazard or serious injuries if ingested. We carefully considered toy safety, age recommendations, design, ease of use, features, material, developmental milestones, and value when reviewing products. 

Here are the best infant toys for the newest addition to the family.