10 Playroom Essentials for Your Baby

When it comes to baby products, some things just take up space, while others are essential to your little one’s development. Although it might feel like your baby isn’t doing much in those first few months of life, their brain is actually hard at work, creating a million new neural connections every second. Through play—with you and with their toys—they learn how to move, communicate, and understand the world around them. Having a dedicated playroom is great for their development, but it can also go a long way in reducing your stress by keeping all their toys and playthings in one room. Here are ten thoughtful essentials for your baby’s playroom that inspire movement, foster independence, and simplify parenthood.

2. Toki Kids Organic Cotton Mat in Mega Size

This play mat is made from a thick, squishy latex foam that provides unparalleled comfort when it comes to tummy time and motor milestones. The ultra soft foam cushions their falls and gives your little one a safe space to practice rolling, sitting, crawling, and more without risk of injury. High quality and non-toxic, this portable mat is made to grow with your baby for comfier play throughout their childhood.

2. Piccalio Montessori Bookshelf

Inspire curiosity, learning, and a love for reading with this low and open bookshelf designed with Montessori principles. Made with sustainably sourced FSC birch plywood and Greenguard Gold Certified, this non-toxic bookshelf also features shelving on the back to store extra books.

3. Toki Kids Playpen

Give yourself peace of mind with this sturdy wooden playpen that creates a worry-free space for your baby to play independently. Adjustable panels allow you to customize gate placement to perfectly suit your living space, and snap-on connectors make setup and clean-up a breeze. This playpen is designed to perfectly fit a Toki Kids mega size play mat.

4. Plan Toys Play Gym

Sustainably made in Thailand with chemical-free rubberwood, non-toxic glue, and organic pigments, this play gym keeps your baby engaged and curious during floor play. A sturdy design prevents rocking and optimizes safety, while two hanging toys help your little one work on reaching, batting, and grasping.

5. Modi Modu Arch Multifunctional Wall Decal

This wall decal transforms wall space into a functional display and play area, thanks to a magnetic surface that can be used for learning, drawing, and building as your baby grows. Use animal, vehicle, alphabet, or number magnets to teach your baby concepts, as well as encourage standing and walking.

6. Sprout School Montessori Open Back Shelving

These Montessori shelves are designed to support your little one’s independence by keeping their favorite toys within reach. Perfect for implementing toy rotation, these simple shelves add appeal to displayed items and reduce overstimulation.

7. Toki Kids Cozy Corner Bundle

This bundle features a fold-out play couch and three oversized play cubes, all made from a lightweight and non-toxic foam. With a bundle discount that makes these a steal, you can build a cozy corner in your little one’s playroom for reading, playing, and lounging. 

8. Makemake Organics Handmade Canvas Storage Basket

It’s never too early to teach your little one the importance of cleaning up, and these handmade storage baskets make it easy for everyone. Toss stuffed animals and other toys in these canvas baskets to keep clutter off the floor and the playroom clean.

9. Toki Kids Sage Support Pillow

If your baby just can’t get on board with tummy time, they might just need a little boost to help keep their head up. This support pillow is made from soft shredded latex foam that’s comfortable and supportive. Once your little one masters tummy time, this pillow can be used as sitting support or as a play prop!

10. Cassaro Kids Waldorf Climbing Cube

This climbing cube lets your little one experiment with sitting, crawling, climbing, and more. Made to grow with your baby through the years, it’s perfect for developing gross motor skills and engaging active play indoors.