Pretty printed fabric in juicy bright shades provides an eye-catching area for baby to practice tummy time and other developmental play. The mat surface is quilted for extra softness and the multiple fabric textures and interactive activities make

Already a monster hit with the young scooter set, the ingenious addition of a seat introduces toddlers to the thrill of speed. Mini Seat Scooter from £75, by Micro ScootersDon't miss... Find out who won Best Toy Design (ages 0 - 2) for 2012

Still looking gorgeous after 50 years, and still as squidgily soft and tactile as ever, each one is hand-finished for a unique toy.Sophie La Girafe £13, from 1 two kidsDon't miss... Find out who all of the lucky winners are in our Toys & Games CategoryPlus Meet Sophie La Girafe's...

Wonderworld’s sturdy walker, with cute travel companions, is made with non-toxic paints and biodegradable fabrics.Hopping Bunny Walker £45, from WonderworldDon't miss... Discover how Wonderworld's Eco Town fared in our Best Eco Toy category Plus Find out who all of the lucky winn...

A chunky, sturdy wagon can store and transport MEGA bloks, allowing children to build and create whatever their imagination desires then load, dump and slide the building materials away. The removeable building plate supports young builders' creations while the wagon's hollow int...

triumph, held up for my inspection, and then carefully placed into his mouth for further examination. “Don’t eat it!”, I say as he clamps down on a cardboard cut-out. This baby loves his shapes. Not that that surprises me. He’s a boy, so his Y chromosome

is puzzled because the learned association is not followed through.Toys are to babies what work is to adults. Without play, a child would not thrive in the way that without work most grown-ups would not. Perhaps most importantly, for a baby to play with a toy

, crawl or roll over and stretch.3. MobileWhen: From birthWhat it does: Provides auditory and visual stimulation. Babies are intrigued by noise, so the tunes that mobiles play are designed to captivate them. A moving mobile will also catch a child

Designed to be used by babies aged three months and over, the Baby Snug provides a sturdy and supportive perch for little bottoms. It comes with a removable tray, which can be used for mealtimes or as a play surface. Easy to clean and durable

-day baby swimming course for babies from four weeks of age run by the Swim Academy For Babies. Toddlers and older children will love the daily animal-feeding sessions, as well as collecting the freshly laid eggs. There are also tennis courts, a soft-play