Choosing gifts for the youngest children can be both a joy and a challenge. The market is full of toys, but which ones are really suitable for babies under one year or for toddlers? Let's look at toys that will engage them, support their development, and be safe for your little explorers.
Toys for babies up to 12 months
In a baby's first year, the senses develop the most. Ideal gifts for infants should therefore stimulate sight, hearing, or touch.
Rattles and teethers
Rattles with gentle sounds or teethers made from natural materials are an ideal choice. They ease teething discomfort while keeping little ones entertained.
Interactive activity gyms
Gyms with hanging toys support motor skills and capture babies' attention with bright colors and sounds. A good alternative is soft, colorful mats you can lay your baby on.
Cloth books
Soft books with varied textures and crinkly elements stimulate touch and help babies discover new sensations. For the very youngest, choose black-and-white ones, which offer the highest contrast.
Gifts for toddlers up to 2 years
Once children start crawling, walking, and actively exploring the world around them, it pays to focus on toys that support their motor skills, imagination, and sense of discovery.
Building sets with large pieces
Wooden or plastic blocks in larger sizes help develop fine motor skills and spatial awareness.
Pull-along toys
Animals on wheels or pull-along trains motivate kids to move and stay fun for a long time. Many pull-along toys also make sounds. They’re also a good choice for outdoors or for travel.
Musical instruments for kids
Drums, xylophones, and tambourines bring the joy of discovering sounds and rhythms.
Top picks from our e-shop
Wooden activity walkers – great for practicing motor skills and coordinating hands and feet. Kids can play with them for ages, as they often make sounds or have moving parts.
Soft plush cuddle toy – the ideal companion for falling asleep. A little plush friend often accompanies children right up to their teenage years and is often kept as a memento.
Interactive toys – they foster creativity and keep kids entertained for hours. You can choose by age, theme, or material.
Take a look at the “Toys for the youngest” category on our website — you’ll find many more toys and inspiration for what to buy.