In the first few months, really bold images that babies will want to try and
focus on, are the best thing to go for. With its contrasting black-and-white geometric
patterns on one side and bold, colourful shapes and smiling faces on the other, this
washable cot panel and book will be perfect for newborns. It is safe for the tiniest of
babies, and can be secured around the inside of the cot like a soft cot bumper. When you
want to share it together, fold the panel up into a book, then tie the sturdy strings to
keep the cloth pages in place. Your baby should soon start to enjoy looking in the sturdy
mirror that is inset into one of the pages.
Mum of a newborn comments: "When I need a bit of a sit-down, this keeps my
daughter stimulated. She really puzzles at the geometric patterns, trying to work them
out."
Made in the USA, £7.99. Currently only available through Blooming Marvellous, tel:
0181 391 0338.
Peekaboo! by Jan Ormerod
Here's a book for children at the top end of the age band. The six different images of
six different babies, representing a broad cultural sweep, are printed on heavy-duty card
pages that can be wiped clean. Underneath the big, easy-to-pull-down flaps you will find a
different answer to the repeated question: "Where's the baby?" This book should
give you some good ideas for interactive playtime with your baby.
Published by Bodley Head, £3.99.
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