Developmental Toys for Newborns + FAQ

In this article, I’ll share my favorite developmental baby toys for newborns. Some of these toys are my own personal favorites and have been bought or given as gifts to family and friends. Some of these products are a result of my own research to find the best toys for my infant. Ready? Let’s get … Read more

Brain Toys For Kids: 9 Mind-Blowing Gift Ideas

Do you have a child who loves to think? If your child is a thinker, then they probably enjoy playing with puzzles, brainteasers and other toys that require them to use their brain to solve a problem. I’ve put together a list of toys that stimulate a child’s mind, which might also help them with … Read more

7 Subtle Ways to Stay Connected to Your Kids in Middle School

Having recently been once again thrust into the wilds of middle school, my oldest child has inspired this post to help parents of middle schoolers stay connected to their kids. Listen. I know how it is. Your child has started middle school and isn’t really interested in talking to you. If it’s the first time … Read more

What Toys Encourage Crawling? 5 Gifts to Help Kids Crawl

In this article, we will share some of the best toys that encourage crawling in babies. Additionally, we will look at how you can use these toys to encourage both motor and cognitive development. Lastly, we’ll answer some common questions like: What is the normal age for a child to start crawling? What is crawling? … Read more

What is the Oldest Age You Can Go Trick-or-Treating?

Good question! In this article, we will tackle everything you need to know about trick-or-treating and Halloween party alternatives. Without any further ado, let’s get to the point and answer the question: What is the oldest age you can go trick-or-treating? In 2022, most kids stop trick-or-treating between the ages of 12 and 17. However, … Read more

Best Sensory Toys for Newborns (2022 Edition)

There’s something about newborns and the way they’re experiencing the world for the first time. Helping them learn with the right sensory toys can help your newborns develop and grow. Newborns are learning how to explore their world. So, it’s important that you have the right sensory toys for them. The best sensory toys for … Read more

The Benefits of Play for Developmental Success

You’ve heard the saying, “Work makes you smarter?” Well, play makes you smarter too. It is the way adults and children alike learn the skills necessary for survival. Play is how children learn social skills, how to solve problems and how to master both their physical environment and cognitive development. Finding the best toys is … Read more

Are Toys Important for Child Development?

Yes! Educational toys in particular are a great tool for development. Think of it this way… the more a child plays and practices, the more they have to work the muscles in their hands, their brains, and their imagination. Using their imagination as they act out stories, or create a world with their toys is … Read more