We know first-hand how overwhelming it can be to choose the right products for your baby. Which is why the 2017 Mother & Baby awards, sponsored by Babies”R”Us, seek to make it easier, helping Aussie mums find the best buys for their bubs.
Now in their sixth year, the awards highlight the best products in the baby care industry, from nappies and wipes, to big ticket items such as cots, cars and family holidays.
The Mother & Baby award rosette signals that a product has been exhaustively tried, tested and voted the best by real mums, and given the tick of approval by a panel of experts.
Scroll through the gallery to check out the winners in the best development toy (0-12 Months) category.
Brought to you by Babies”R”Us
CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR DEVELOPMENTAL TOY (0-12 MONTHS) The Cheeky Chompers Comfort Chew, $39.99, is designed by two mums. It is a comforting and stimulating ‘blankie’ that is bound to become bub’s favourite with colourful tags and chewable teether to soothe sore gums and encourage development.
CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR DEVELOPMENTAL TOY (0-12 MONTHS) The Playgro Music and Lights Piano Kick Pad, $49.95. Dance to the beat of baby’s music as lights stimulate eye coordination. For 3+ months.
CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR DEVELOPMENTAL TOY (0-12 MONTHS) The Les Folies Bath Puzzle, $51.01. Shapes fit together to become a toy set, encouraging baby’s motor skills, concentration and logic.
Also shortlisted:
CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR DEVELOPMENTAL TOY (0-12 MONTHS) The Merino Kids Go Go Snuggle Toy, $39.95.
CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR DEVELOPMENTAL TOY (0-12 MONTHS) The Tomy Lamaze Phillip Pelican, $12