What child development experts wish more moms put on their registries
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We asked experts to tell us which registry item was most helpful for baby’s development. It’s not a swing, a seat, or a bouncer—it’s a play gym on the floor.
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The Play Gym
$140
Lovevery’s award-winning, Montessori-inspired baby activity gym gives baby a whole year of play for their developing brain. See inside The Play Gym by Lovevery.
Learn moreIn the weeks and months after your baby is born, they’ll need lots of opportunities to move, stretch, and unfold their little body from the womb position. Unrestricted movement is key for building the neck, core, and full-body strength they’ll eventually use to crawl, walk, and run.
Watch this video for more about how to create a supportive learning environment for your baby (and get a sneak peek at what “play” looks like with a newborn).
Create the perfect foundation for early learning
Pediatric Occupational Therapist Rachel Coley shows how you can combine The Play Gym and The Play Kits to create the optimal learning environment for your child. Watch for fun, stage-based activities you can incorporate into your baby’s routine, starting the day you bring them home.
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The Play Kits
Give your baby what they’re hungry to learn. The Play Kits are designed to support each stage of development—from birth to age 5.
Learn moreAdd Lovevery to your Babylist, Target, or Amazon baby registry.
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What child development experts wish more moms put on their registries
What single piece of baby gear is most helpful for your baby's development? Hint: it's not a swing, a seat, or a bouncer.
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Why do I see so much about “Montessori” baby stuff?
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