Baby Gift Guide: Mid-Infancy (7-9 Months)

Babies are typically sitting up and may be crawling, so toys should encourage more movement and cognitive skills, as well as fine motor control.

  1. Stacking Toys: Toys like stacking rings help babies learn about size, shape, and hand-eye coordination.
  2. Soft Activity Balls: Balls that roll or make noise when pushed encourage crawling and motor development.
  3. Push-and-Pull Toys: Toys like wooden animals or cars that babies can push or pull help improve coordination.
  4. Shape Sorters: Simple shape sorter toys help babies develop hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills.
  5. Musical Instruments: Instruments like a small drum, tambourine, or maracas that babies can shake to make noise help develop auditory skills and rhythm.