There are so many choices for baby gear items to purchase. Various strollers, walkers, play toys, exersaucers, swings, etc. All of these items call out to you as you enter the Baby superstores these days. The question remains: what items are important for your baby's development and what items are a waste of money?
I believe that the exersaucer or activity center is one of the most important items that my wife and I have bought for our baby. The development that results from the exersaucer is clear. Not only do our baby's motor skills and strength build as a result of the product, but the various interactive, entertaining elements of the exersaucer help with mental stimulation and development.
The baby walker is the other fantastic item that aids in the development of a baby's motor skills. It basically let's them learn to walk without having to hold themselves up the entire time.
While the exersaucer is not the end-all with regards to baby development, I strongly believe that it is a crucial component of providing an environment that is conducive for development and fun for your little baby. Add in the fact that your baby is typically very safe and happy in the exersaucer and you have a clear winner. There are only so many places you can put your baby and feel comfortable as a parent and know that your baby is both safe and happy, but the exersaucer is definitely one of them. It's almost worth purchasing simply for this ability!
Common brands for an exersaucer or activity center are Evenflo, Bright Starts and Baby Einstein. Each of these companies offer a great product. Research each of them to make sure that you get the best one for your baby.
While you need to consider the various toys and products that you can use to enhance your baby's first months, I strongly encourage the exersaucer to be one of the products you consider. The benefits are many and you can re-use the same exersaucer for how ever many kids you have down the road.
Features: Portability! Folds significantly smaller than non-folding models in the marketplace Age-appropriate toys help babies achieve 10 important developmental milestones Variety of songs Rock, spin and bounce! Landscaped tray surrounds child 3-position height adjustment 3 flip-down feet for statioinary position Seat locks in multiple positions Removable, machine washable seat pad Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included) For infants 4 months to walking age (30" maximum height)
Evenflo Exersaucer Mega Activity Center- SplashThe Evenflo ExerSaucer Mega Splash stationary activity center provides baby with a beach-themed learn and play experience. A variety of toys help baby achieve important developmental milestones such as gross and fine motor skills, self-awareness, tactile development, and more...
Evenflo ExerSaucer Mega Active Learning Center - Farmyard features:-Variety of age-appropriate toys help baby achieve 9 developmental milestones such as cause/effect understanding, hand-eye coordination and more-Baby can rock, spin or bounce-Fun farm theme-For children 4 months to walking age; maximum height 30"
The ExerSaucer mega splash stationary activity center provides baby with a beach-themed learn and play experience. A variety of toys help baby achieve important developmental milestones such as gross and fine motor skills, self-awareness, tactile development, and more...
The Baby Einstein Around the World Discovery Center allows baby to explore sights and sounds from around the globe with 12 activities for baby to enjoy! Includes musical piano with 3 modes: melodies, nature sounds, and color learning in English, French, and Spanish...
Three Products in One!
First to the market innovation three stage activity center for use 0-24months!
Stage 1: Playmat- 0-4months
Stage 2: ExerSaucer- 4months-Walking Age
Stage 3: Activity Table- Walking-24months...
Evenflo Walk Around ExerSaucerThe ExerSaucer Walk Around delivers "secure mobility", providing fun and safe entertainment for baby. Two safety brakes allow the Walk Around to be locked in one position, creating a stationary ExerSaucer...
Introduce baby to a place full of exciting sights and sounds and lots of safe jumping fun with the Fisher-Price Rainforest Jumperoo. Designed for use by a child who is able to hold his or her head up unassisted, and who is not yet able to climb out or walk, this baby jumper delights baby with interactive play options and stimulating movement to help encourage healthy development...
It's a world of jumping fun for your little one! We've gathered the most precious baby animals from all over the planet to play with your precious little one! Everywhere baby looks (in the spinning seat, he can look all around!) , there's something fun to do with an animal friend spinning, jumping, button-pressing and more! There are 19 activities in all! It's safe jumping fun rewarded with lights, sounds and music! Sturdy, free-standing steel frame lets baby jump safely--no doorways required...
There are so many choices for baby gear items to purchase. Various strollers, walkers, play toys, exersaucers, swings, etc. All of these items call out to you as you enter the Baby superstores these days. The question remains: what items are important for your baby's development and what items are a waste of money?
