Toys for Baby

 

Toys for your baby is a topic that will come up very soon if it hasn’t already. Christmas is almost here. Well it is still a couple of months away but if we get down to nitty gritty- it’s only about 8 weeks - give or take a few days. The shops are already starting to get their christmas groove on. I think it is way too early for that yet, however, it happens each year and it seems to get earlier each year.

 

I am a “close to the time” sort of girl with getting things done.  One year I was all organised and had all my shopping done by the beginning of December and guess what?  I went and got more presents because I saw more things that I thought people would enjoy.

 

Those of you who know me well, know that I am much more impressed by the thought that goes into presents and gifts than the price tag. I am a firm believer and practiser of less is more when it comes to presents.

 

It can be easy to get carried away with all the lovely things out there for sale for your little ones. Marketers love babies because they make people buy things.

 

When it comes to toys or presents for your baby- remember your baby doesn’t know about Christmas or birthdays. I don’t mean to say don’t celebrate. Absolutely celebrate- celebrate big- Make it a big, wonderful occasion and let them know how wonderful, talented, gifted, special and loved they are. This is important.

 

What is not so important is thinking that giving him or her more presents or bigger presents means more to him or her than you do.

 

Little babies, particularly, would rather have you to play with than any toy going around. Even toddlers and older children get more joy and memories from spending time with you than when you buy him or her an expensive present. Years down the track, he or she will remember the time spent with you when…

 

So this christmas, bear this in mind when it comes to “spending” for your little ones. Perhaps think about the amount you spend, and what you spend on when buying toys for your baby. Little ones get just as much pleasure from  banging saucepan lids, or shaking a rice filled jar (secured lid of course), or even the wrapping paper may be more fun for some.

 

The type of toys that usually engage your little one more are the ones where they explore and learn. Toys with lots of things going on entertain for a short a time. Toys that last longest are ones that engage your little one. Usually the simple ones last longest.

 

When you are thinking about toys for your baby this christmas, with flashing lights, moving parts, funny noises etc, how many does your little one really need?

 

Our webinar this month covered ideas for play for your baby ages 0-8 months. If you would like a copy of the recording please contact leisa@insyncwithinfants.com to arrange your copy.