At one point or another, most parents will break down and buy their baby a toy piano. Toy pianos are a good thought, but it soon dawns on most parents that getting something that will constantly make loud noise every time their baby plays with it might not be such a good idea. Pianos might not be a fun idea for parents, but they are an excellent idea for babies. Music and sound stimulate a baby’s senses and help them develop motor, cognitive, and hearing skills. Sound is also extremely fun for a baby to experiment with. Below is a little information and our picks for the 5 best toy pianos for babies.
What to Look For
When you are looking to buy a baby toy piano, there are a few things that you should keep in mind before you purchase one. First, remember to check the age requirements. All of the ones we list are for babies two years of age and younger, but you will want to double check the product description before you buy since you know your own baby’s limits better than anyone. Second, you want to make sure that there aren’t any loose pieces or places where you think your baby could hurt themselves. Last, check to see what kind of music or sound the toy makes. Do you want to listen to a musical tune all the time, or would you just prefer that your baby hit certain keys and each key will make only one noise. You will also want to think about what your baby will enjoy the most.
Our Top 5 Picks for Toy Pianos
(You can find all of the toy pianos we talk about online HERE.)
1. Vtech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker
2. Baby Einstein Count and Compose Piano
3. LeapFrog Learn and Groove Musical Table
4. Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table
5. Fisher-Price Little Superstar Sing-Along Stage
