5 Best Crib Toys - June 2023

Sleep and Play

A popular crib toy that entertains and soothes at the same time. Ideal for babies who have a tough time falling asleep without assistance.

Bright colors, moving sea creatures, and underwater light effects are positively mesmerizing. Classical melodies and ocean sounds work to soothe fussy babies. Sound and lights gradually fade before automatically shutting off. Fits most crib rails and easily attaches to car headrests for on the go use. Comes with a remote.

Requires regular battery changes. Remote function could be smoother.

Best Bang for the Buck

A coiled design allows this colorful crib toy to be wrapped around virtually any horizontal bar, making it ideal for both home and on the go use.

Attaches to cribs, strollers, and infant car seats with ease. Vibrant colors and bold patterns offer visual interest. Mirror, click-clack rings, a rattle, and a crinkle toy encourage exploration and stimulate auditory, visual, and tactile senses. Soft construction is safe for little ones. Affordable and versatile. BPA-free.

X-Star Baby Travel Play Arch Stroller

Tight coiling can cause bunching, but it does seem to loosen up over time.

VX-star

Easy to Spot

This versatile travel arch has plenty of contrasting black and white patterns to stimulate newborn vision and help little ones focus.

Bold prints and contrasting colors promote visual development. Flexible arch can be attached to bassinets, strollers, car seats or cribs. Overhead design encourages batting, reaching, and grabbing; helping babies hone motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Detachable rattle, teether, squeaky toys can be used independently as babies grow.

Lullaby Squirrel Pull Musical Crib and Baby Toy

Not quite long enough to reach across cribs, but can still be installed on the sides. Screw on clamps can be a hassle to fasten and unfasten.

Manhattan Toy

Sweet and Simple

This musical crib toy has a simple pull-and-play design that makes a great early introduction to the concept of cause and effect.

Soft, fluffy construction and crinkle ears provide tactile stimulation. Brahms's Cradle Song is activated by a quick tug on the squirrel's tail and continues to play while he shimmies back into his acorn. Loop closure attaches to more than just cribs. Good size. Suitable for all ages. Tested and approved for safety.

Tiny Love Take Along Mobile, Animal Friends

Sound quality isn’t the best and some parents felt the music was a bit too soft.

Tiny Love

Take On the Go

Built to travel, this adorable mobile boasts two separate attachment points for improved fastening versatility.

Sturdy arm and clamp fasten securely to cribs, bassinets, and play yards. Velcro strap can be used for car seats and strollers. Colorful toys with black and white bellies encourage visual tracking. Friendly faces with big eyes and wide smiles invite interaction. Features five melodies and plays for up to 30 minutes. Available in a variety of styles and colors.