These toys are especially useful when the baby is on the floor. It's a great toy to encourage tummy lying which in its turn is the forerunner for crawling. Generally activity centers and gyms encourage motor development and coordination.

Choose an activity center that allows you to add your own material toys and to add more things on to it.

2. Mobiles

Mobiles are toys you hang from the ceiling or attached to a cot. You have 2 choices for mobile colors. Choose bright red, green, yellow and blue colors to stimulate the brain. Another option is to choose one that's predominantly black and white. I know, I know you may think it's boring, but these contrasting colors have been found to stimulate shape recognition.

Add your own soft, colorful toys and things to the mobile to add variation and keep things interesting.

3. Mirrors

Mirrors are often overlooked by parents as a great stimulation gift for any baby. But don't buy a glass mirror. Rather get a plastic one for safety reasons. Babies are greatly entertained by their own images and movements and can keep them occupied for very long periods.

And finally, choose toys that are brightly colored. Even the bright colors stimulate recognition and encourage development.

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