Two-month-old babies are starting to explore the world around them through their senses. Toys are a great addition to their development and help them engage their developing vision, hearing, and touch. The best 2-month-old toys feature safe textures and gentle yet interesting sounds, all while helping promote your baby’s cognitive development and motor skills.
To help you find the best toys for 2-month-olds, we researched popular toys on the market and surveyed 875 parents about the toys their kids love. Additionally, we visited toy fairs across the US to bring you the newest releases that parents will appreciate and babies will love. Our list includes baby toys that are age and developmentally appropriate for 2-month-olds, and several of them make great gift ideas, too.
From infancy to toddlerhood, this brightly colored activity mat can be used in four different ways: lay and play, tummy time, sit and play, and take along. Its large light-up keyboard introduces animals, colors, shapes, and sounds and can be reconfigured to entertain your baby as they grow older.
It also comes with a self-discovery mirror and four interchangeable toys that have different textures and sounds to stimulate your baby’s senses. This mat is thick enough to use directly on the floor and can be tossed into the washing machine as needed.
This food-grade silicone penguin comes in 18 different colors and can be used as a teether or pacifier. It gently slips over your baby’s wrist so that it never leaves their hand (or hits the floor) and is designed to mimic the shape of a breast. Its soft arms are gentle on gums but chewy enough to relieve teething pain. It’s recommended for newborns to 6 months.
This cute and cuddly elephant sings a sweet song when you squeeze his right foot. A squeeze on the left will inspire an adorable game of peek-a-boo. If elephants aren’t your favorite animal, the brand also offers a bunny version of the toy.
Suitable from birth and up, this sweet board book (that wipes clean) has beautiful illustrations and a fun, super soft puppy tail. The book is available in 40 different animals, including lions, unicorns, and more.
The parents of an infant will appreciate any toy that helps their little one with sensory development. The Manhattan Toy Whoozit Rattle and Squeaker measures 8.5 inches and is designed in vivid colors and patterns that will help the baby focus. Crisp textures and sounds such as grasping loops, squeakers, and crinkle paper will teach the baby to touch and grab. There is also a self-discovery mirror so they can enjoy looking at their own reflection.
This 6-piece clip-on toy will engage your baby’s senses over and over again. It’s made with lots of different textures that your baby will love to touch and feel, including the soft, plush bread, corduroy peanut butter, and satin jelly. What’s more, there’s a textured peanut and bundle of grapes for babies to chew on and a soft jar that makes a gentle rattling noise.
Parents and babies both love this interactive firefly that engages babies with multiple textures, sounds, and more. Freddie hooks onto strollers, seats, carriers, or anywhere else for fun wherever you go.
A splurge-worthy gift, this play gym will last for months to come. It is crafted with organic cotton and sustainably sourced wood. Designed by child development specialists, the five developmental zones can be revealed or concealed to prevent overstimulation and promote learning.
Appropriate for newborns on up, four black, white, and red infant development toys stimulate baby’s visual activity and early motor skills. The toys can all be used together or given to the baby one at a time.
Future athletes and budding baby sports stars will appreciate this personalized bag that includes four fun pieces of sports gear. Appropriate for newborns on up, babies will enjoy the baseball sound toy, basketball squeak toy, soccer ball crinkle toy, and football rattle.
Made for newborns and up, tiny hands will love to grasp this lightweight, three-dimensional, ultra-safe teether. The 100% recycled plastic is easy to clean and dishwasher-safe.
Recommended for babies 0 to 6 months old, this toy combines a stuffed animal and an infant pacifier into one soft, soothing toy. Since it’s easy for babies to grasp and hold, the WubbaNub eliminates the need for pacifier clips. It is recommended that you machine wash and air dry this toy.
Tummy time is no longer dull with this oceanic-themed mat! Little ones will have fun reaching for the colorful seaside animals, and the inner section can be filled with warm water for a comfortable playtime session.
The classic stacking rings of our childhood got a classy makeover: These muted pastel rings will fit into any nursery aesthetic, and the textured exterior makes it easy for little hands to grasp.
Never lose their paci or favorite teething toy by getting one of these festive clips. The silicone teething clip attaches to bibs, baby clothes, jackets, and more—and it works with whatever you attach it to. We love this adorable llama to help soothe achy gums once teething starts.
Get ahead of teething struggles with this ring featuring everyone’s favorite toy to gum on: Sophie la Girafe. It can go in the freezer to cool and soothe inflamed gums.
Teach baby about avocado toast and music all at once with this festive guitar. Your baby can entertain themselves by pressing the buttons to explore different music sounds.
It’s amazing how effective this simple toy is at keeping a baby’s attention. With its crinkly texture, bright colors, and fun premise, this book gets even the smallest babies to love books.
To select the best toys for 2-month-olds, we surveyed 875 parents from our research panel to find what toys their children play with, how they play with them, and why they love them. We also visited toy fairs and press events throughout the year to learn about the newest releases on the market. Lastly, we researched over 50 top-rated baby toys from popular brands like Melissa & Doug, WubbaNub, Lovevery, and more.
Safety: When shopping for baby toys, think “large” and avoid toys with small pieces that pose a choking hazard. Follow the manufacturer’s age recommendation to ensure the utmost safety during playtime.Practicality: Any toy that’s useful for babies and parents will be a welcome addition. For example, baby teethers relieve pain for little ones and double as a fun toy they can grasp for fine motor skills. If you’re looking for a toy that’s a great gift for 2-month-olds, parents of young babies always love the basics, like stacking rings or soft books.Baby’s Needs: When choosing a toy, consider your baby’s needs. For example, babies who are working on tummy time would enjoy an inflatable tummy time mat or tummy time mirror. Additionally, babies who live in a household with lots of pets will enjoy animal toys, while sports-fanatic parents will appreciate sports-themed toys.
Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of a 10-year-old son, 7-year-old son, and 3-year-old daughter. She loves to get her kids involved in selecting baby toys and have them each pick a favorite board book (or two) for a new baby.
