Everyone loves buying gifts for babies, and with the cost of raising a child these days, these gifts and toys are much appreciated by the parents of the infant. However, it can sometimes be difficult to determine what gifts may be appropriate for very young infants.
In order to help you find the right 1 month old toys & gifts, we have compiled a list of premium stuff that infants and their parents will love.
In a Rush? See Our Top 3 Picks Just Below
Top Pick: Baby Play Gym
Runner Up: Infant to Toddler Rocker
2nd Runner Up: Fold & Go Bassinet
How We Evaluate Stuff for a 1 Month Old Infant
Every gift and toy on our list for 1 month old infants have been chosen using the following criteria.
Educational Value
When determining the educational value of a gift for a small infant we look at the gift’s ability to aid the child in reaching developmental milestones. These milestones include such things as their eyes being able to track slow moving objects close to their eyes, Being able to focus for short periods of time, reacting to gentle sounds etc.
Entertainment Value
One month old babies don’t play in the traditional way we think of children playing. We determine the entertainment value of a toy or gift by whether or not the gift allows the baby to be exposed to a number of different situations, adds to their comfort, or has the ability to soothe them when they feel upset.
The Best Gifts & Toys for 1 Month Old Boys & Girls
1. Baby Gym
This Fisher Price Rainforest baby gym is a great gift for a one month old baby whether you have a boy or a girl. One great thing is that it will grow with the child and they will be able to use it up to 12 months old and beyond. The gym comes with at least ten toys that infants can first focus on and later reach for and play with. There is lights and music that gets turned on by the infants movements.
Positives
Mat is machine washable
Great for baby laying on his back or for tummy time
Negatives
The toucan on top is heavy can hurt infant if it falls
2. Infant to Toddler Rocker
This portable rocking chair for infants, will give your infant somewhere to spend time instead of spending all of their time in their crib. This chair is portable enough to move to the room so the baby can see you while you attend to chores.
Positives
Will grow with the child
Comfortable for infants
Cushions are machine washable
Negatives
Cushion keeps coming unsnapped
3. Cute Mobile
This cute mobile toy features forest animals makes a great gift and is designed to be used with a crib, a stroller, bassinets and more. This mobile plays 30 minutes of music while the toys spin encouraging the infant to track the movement.
Positives
Colors are bright enough to capture infants attention
Music is soothing
Negatives
Some users feel that mobile has an annoying squeak
4. Cloth Books with Infant Feet and Wrist Rattles
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This rattle set also comes with 4 cloth books that can be hung where the baby can see them and later actually play with them. One month old infants tend to keep their hands in fists, which makes using standard rattles difficult. However, these feet and wrist rattles allow for infants to make sounds whenever they kick their feet or move their arms.
Positives
Books have mini stories parents can read to young infants
Rattles help with infants sensory perceptions
Negatives
Books have grammatical errors
5. Soothe and Snuggle Otter
This Soothe and Snuggle Otter stuffed animal makes a great gift for babies offering them comfort when in their crib. This otter produces a rhythmic motion of breathing, music, soft sounds and lights.
Positives
Soft otter provides added comfort to infant
Soothes infant to sleep
Negatives
Too large for most infants
6. Fold and Go bassinet
A Fold and Go bassinet makes a great gift for both the infant and parents since traveling with a month old baby can be difficult and worrying about having a safe place for your baby to sleep doesn’t help matters. However, being able to carry this portable bed with you will ensure that your infant always has a comfortable and safe place to sleep.
Positives
Perfect for traveling, camping or even an afternoon in the park
Enough room for very young infants
Negatives
Only good for very young infants such as 1 and 2 month old
7. Ha Ha Soft Hanging Crinkles
These cute hanging toys are an ideal gift to help baby’s begin to focus and will produce soft musical sounds. As the infant grows these hanging animals can be used for teething and for sensory stimulation.
Positives
Colorful
Easy to hang
Negatives
Too long to attach to car seat handles
8. Baby Carrier
This ergonomic baby carrier allows the month old to sit in a secure sitting up position while allowing mom or dad to carry the baby hands free.Can you imagine how boring it must be for a month old baby to spend most of his or her time lying down? A great gift for giving your infant a different viewpoint in life by presenting a gift of a baby carrier.
Positions
As baby gets older can face fun and view the world
Comfortable
Negatives
Not enough leg room for some babies
9. Baby Monitor
This baby monitor will not just allow the parents to check on their baby’s welfare when they are not in the same room, but will also allow the baby to hear the soothing sound of the parent’s voice. This baby monitor comes with both an LCD screen and the two way monitor itself.
Positives
Camera moves giving a complete view of the baby’s room
Good picture and sound quality
Negatives
Consumers have experienced various problems
10. Mary Meyer Soft Toy Cow
Infants that are a month old find soft objects soothing and comfortable, making this soft toy cow the perfect stuffed animal for your little one.
Positives
Incredibly soft
No pop off parts for infants to choke on
Negatives
Very small
Tips for Buying Gifts & Toys for A One Month Old Baby
- It is always a good idea to talk to the parent and see if there is anything that is needed that will make the baby more comfortable.
- Look for toys and gifts that can grow with the baby and will be useful for at least several months.
- Check and make sure that any gift you select meets safety requirements for use with children of this age.
- Try and choose toys and gifts that are easy to clean including material that can be machine washed and dried.
Wrapping up the Best Toys & Gift Ideas for 1 Month Olds
We truly hope that this guide to highly rated stuff for 1 month old babies helps making your shopping experience easier.
