Baby Toys

How Can Baby Toys Boost Your Baby’s Development?

Every squeeze, shake, and wriggle with a toy can do wonders for your little one’s development. At HipKids, our baby toys are thoughtfully chosen to support early learning in simple, playful ways.

Take a look at how they help growing minds and bodies:

• Refining coordination: Reaching for a rattle or teether strengthens hand muscles and improves control.
• Boosting sensory awareness: Soft textures, gentle sounds, and pastel tones spark curiosity and sensory engagement.
• Supporting milestones: A play mat makes tummy time more inviting, helping build muscles needed for rolling and crawling.
• Teaching cause-and-effect: Toys that respond to taps or movement help babies understand how their actions create a result.

Playtime Essentials for Early Development

Every little moment of playtime is an opportunity for your baby to learn and grow. That's why we've curated a collection of developmentally appropriate baby toys from trusted Australian and international brands like Jabadabado, Little Dutch, Jellycat, Olli Ella, Nana Huchy, and Alimrose, just to name a few.

We offer a wide variety of baby toys designed to cater to your baby's specific needs and interests. Whether you're searching for the perfect first toy or a special gift to celebrate a milestone, you're sure to find something special here at HipKids.

Safe Sensory Toys for Your Tiny Explorer Infant

Baby sensory toys are a window to a world of wonder for your baby's developing mind. Engaging touch, sight, and hearing, these toys create a symphony of experiences that stimulate neural connections and spark development. From the soft textures of our activity mats to the bright colours of our Australian-designed Montessori baby walkers, each toy is a gateway to discovery.

Watch as your little one's eyes light up with wonder as they grasp stacking rings, rock wooden blocks, or explore the textures of an activity toy. These hands-on experiences build fine motor skills, while the captivating colours and sounds stimulate visual and auditory development. Even simple activities like tinkering with an activity book can introduce a world of shapes, patterns, and concepts, setting the stage for a lifelong love of learning.

Bath Toys for Water Play

Bath time doesn't have to be a chore. It can be an adventure! HipKids' collection of baby bath toys transforms ordinary tub time into a world of splashing fun and learning.

From sand play sets that bring the beach indoors to bath crayons that turn tiles into canvases, our toys spark creativity and imagination. Bathtime books introduce little ones to stories and characters while getting clean, and a bath xylophone adds a musical touch to the experience. Stacking cups and rubber animals encourage fine motor skills as your baby splashes, pours, and creates their own aquatic world.

With HipKids bath toys, bath time becomes a cherished ritual filled with giggles, bonding, and playful learning.

Wooden Baby Toys to Spark Imagination

Baby wooden toys are a classic choice for a reason. They're not only beautiful and timeless, but they're also incredibly durable and long-lasting. Our collection of wooden toys, including pull-along animals, train tracks, flip walkers, push cars, and aeroplane rockers, is designed to inspire hours of imaginative play.

Crafted from high-quality, sustainable materials and finished with non-toxic paints and lacquers, our wooden toys provide a natural, toxin-free alternative to plastic options. Each toy is designed to spark your child's imagination and encourage open-ended exploration. With wooden toys, there are no limits to what their imaginations can create!

Teething Toys to Soothe Your Baby

Teething is a significant milestone in your baby's development, but it can also be a time of discomfort and fussiness. From stacker teether toys that engage little hands and minds to the soft textures of a discovery book, our toys offer a safe and soothing way for your baby to explore and alleviate teething pain.

Chewing on a teething ring or rubber animal set not only helps to massage sore gums but also encourages healthy oral development. As your little one gnaws and gums, they're also strengthening their jaw muscles and developing coordination, all while finding relief from teething discomfort.

At HipKids, we believe that teething doesn't have to be a struggle. With our carefully curated selection of teething toys, you can provide your baby with the comfort and support they need during this important developmental stage.

What Toys Are Best for What Age?

Choosing the right toys for your baby helps support their development while keeping playtime fun and engaging. At HipKids, we offer toys suited to every age, from soothing play mats to active jumpers, that grow with your child’s needs and abilities.

Here’s a quick guide to help you choose:

• Newborn: Play mats, plush toys, and musical toys provide gentle stimulation and comfort for early sensory exploration.
• Infant/Baby: Soft toys, cuddly companions, and activity toys encourage grasping, reaching, and early cause-and-effect learning.
• Toddler: Jumpers, ride-ons, bouncers, and more complex activity toys help build coordination, creativity, and confidence through active, hands-on play.

What Are the Safest Materials for Baby Toys?

Your baby's world is a symphony of senses, and everything they touch, taste, and chew becomes a learning experience. That's why it's crucial to choose toys that are not only fun and engaging but also safe and non-toxic. At HipKids, we're committed to providing you with the very best for your little one, which is why our selection of baby toys adheres to the strictest Australian safety standards.

We carefully curate our collection to include toys made from natural materials like wood, organic cotton, and food-grade silicone, free from harmful chemicals and toxins. Your baby can explore and play with confidence, knowing that their playtime is both enjoyable and healthy.

Easy Maintenance Tips for Baby Toys

A clean toy is a happy toy! Keeping your baby's playthings hygienic is easy with a few simple steps. For soft toys, a gentle wash in warm, soapy water or a quick tumble in the washing machine (on a gentle cycle) is usually enough to remove dirt and germs.

Harder toys like plastic or wood can be wiped down with a damp cloth and mild disinfectant. For teethers and other toys that go in your baby's mouth, sterilising them regularly is recommended. Simply pop them in boiling water for a few minutes or use a baby-safe sterilising solution.

With regular cleaning and maintenance, you can ensure that your baby's toys stay in tip-top shape for endless hours of playtime fun.

Best Practices for Baby Toy Storage

A tidy play space makes life easier for you and more enjoyable for your little one. Smart storage keeps rattles, teethers, and other favourites close at hand without creating clutter.

Try these simple ways to keep things organised and safe:

• Use sturdy toy boxes or wall-mounted shelves to lift items off the floor and reduce tripping hazards.
• Keep soft toys in open baskets, so your little one can reach them easily during play.
• Store smaller toys like rattles and teethers in labelled fabric pouches or clear tubs to make clean-up quick and simple.
• Rotate toys weekly to keep the space fresh and avoid overwhelming your child with too many options at once.

Choose storage that doubles as decor. HipKids offers stylish solutions that look good and work hard.

HipKids Toys Deliver on Quality and Fun

Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? At HipKids, we believe that baby toys should be as unique and special as your little one. That's why we pour our hearts into curating a collection of the finest toys from Australia and around the world, each one chosen for its quality, safety, and unique design.

Our commitment to quality means you can trust that our toys are made to last, using durable materials and construction that can withstand even the most enthusiastic play. From our best-selling activity mats to our beautifully crafted wooden toys, each item is designed to spark joy and inspire creativity in your child's world.

Give the Gift of Play with HipKids

There’s joy in every corner of the HipKids range, with something special for every age and stage. From kids’ toys like ladybug ride-ons and doll prams to furniture, decor, and accessories, our collection is designed to suit every little personality.

Shopping for a one-year-old or a curious seven-year-old? We’ve got gifts for every age group, including younger teens!

Add a gift card if you’re not sure what they’ll love, and don’t forget to view cart before checkout. We ship across Australia, and every item shows the regular price upfront, so there are no surprises at checkout.