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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010Crib Toy

Nurturing Infants With Toys
Kids toys are perfect source of entertainment. They can serve as a diversion for kids. When babies cry, we usually grab something that could direct their focus on that specific thing and eventually they stop to cry. They come in different sizes, shapes and colors. The bigger and the brighter it is, the more it becomes enticing to their eyes. Sometimes, as their cognitive development advances, toy selection varies according to preference. Like a 7-year old pretending to be a doctor would definitely prefer plastic stethoscope or a first aid kit as a toy to enforce his role playing.
But what does a toy serve for an infant who is mostly engaged in a solitary play? Babies' ages 0-12 months do not have playmates and they do not chose who they want to play with. Infants on this stage, work with their senses, basing on what appeals to their eyes and what they can touch. This stage is one of the most critical stages because it marks the beginning of the development of their motor responses.
Not only toys at this age would serve as a diversion, a parent should consider the need of the baby by screening a plaything that could enhance their motor skills and provide additional stimulation. For example, it is normal for a 1 month old baby to regard an object in the midline of their vision; so a perfect toy for this age is actually a mobile over their crib. This way it can aid on the focus of the infant and it is perfect for visual stimulation. This kind of play is most helpful especially for babies that are crossed-eyed. Another example, since hearing is one of the sources of pleasure for this age group, anything that can produce sound is stimulating for them.
Rattles are good instruments and it can also aid in developing their grasp. And of course, you can also add music to the crib mobile. For babies between 5-6 months, eruption of the teeth begins and since this is really painful to the baby, you actually aid in relieving the pain by giving them nice colorful teething rings to help them cushion their gums and counter the pressure they are feeling.
Kids toys are really purposeful. But anything that we give to our kids should be safe as well. So as a parent, when shopping for toys, we need to be extra careful on what we select. It is critical to look at if toys are poisonous or if it has small parts that could snap off since babies love putting something into their mouth (especially 5-6 month old babies wherein they start teething). This could endanger the baby with aspiration. For babies that are learning to roll over, a playpen can be set up. This can give protection that is why it should be well cushioned. If they have discovered a new skill, they can further enhance their abilities while keeping them from harm
Infants are most dependent of all the age group. Despite their cute little frames and innocent smiles, they need to be well assisted in their needs. Toys are important for babies and they go hand in hand with constant interaction with the parent. Babies need security and affection. With the proper guidance on how to care for our little ones, we can aid them to thrive. Therefore parents should always learn to check on the safety of their kids. Tons of books out there contain helpful information on rearing kids. Even with toy selection, we can show our care and the importance of nurturing.
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Do you think it's better to have or not to have toys attached to crib to help baby soothe to sleep?
For example, mobile, crib aquarium, heartbeat bear, crib mirror, dream screen, etc.
No those were just examples of what can be put in a crib.
It depends on the child, the aquaruim and rainforest soothers worked wonders for my kids, but not so much for my friend's son. You have to experiment to find what works best for your own kids.
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Sealy Stain Protection Crib Mattress Pad List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $19.88 Average Rating: ![]() |
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Sealy Stain Protection Crib Mattress PadTired of your crib mattress getting stained? Try out the Sealy Stain Protection Crib Mattress Pad. With deep pocketed skirts to prevent sliding and shifting, the Stain Protection Crib Mattress Pad is safe for your child.The waterproof bottom layer helps protect the mattress and makes sure that it does not get too wet. The Sealy Stain Protection Crib Mattress Pad is super absorbent and will keep the baby and mattress dry. With the Stain Protection Crib Mattress Pad by Sealy, your child will never stain the mattress again. |
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Fisher-Price Rainforest Peek-A-Boo Waterfall Soother List Price: $41.49 Sale Price: $35.80 Average Rating: ![]() |
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Bring the peaceful serenity of a rainforest right to your baby's crib. The glowing waterfall has mesmerizing motion to help lull your little one to sleep. The water falls gently into a pool where there's a playful, bobbling fish and plenty of bubbles. A friendly monkey and frog play peek-a-boo in the leaves, ready to keep Baby company! The Peek-A-Boo Waterfall Soother lets you choose up to 18 minutes of classical music, lullabies, or rainforest sounds, with or without softly colored lights that pulse gently on and off. Includes power and volume controls. Attaches easily to any crib. Requires 4 "C" (LR14) alkaline batteries (not included). Measures 9.5" x 3.75" x 9.75". Calm even the crankiest baby at bedtime with the Fisher-Price Rainforest Peek-A-Boo Waterfall Soother. Recommended for use from birth on up, this delightful combination of lights, toys, and music helps make sleep-time a restful, relaxing experience for both parents and babies. The Soother also brings the serenity and fun of the rainforest right to baby's crib. It requires four "C" batteries (not included). PositionX = 10; PositionY = 10; defaultWidth = 600; defaultHeight = 400; var AutoClose = true; function popImage(imageURL,imageTitle){ var imgWin = window.open('','_blank','scrollbars=no,resizable=1,width='+defaultWidth+',height='+defaultHeight+',left='+PositionX+',top='+PositionY); if( !imgWin ) { return true; } //popup blockers should not cause errors imgWin.document.write(''+imageTitle+'\n'+ 'function resizeWinTo() {\n'+ 'if( !document.images.length ) { document.images[0] = document.layers[0].images[0]; }'+ 'var oH = document.images[0].height, oW = document.images[0].width;\n'+ 'if( !oH || window.doneAlready ) { return; }\n'+ //in case images are disabled 'window.doneAlready = true;\n'+ //for Safari and Opera 'var x = window; x.resizeTo( oW + 200, oH + 200 );\n'+ 'var myW = 0, myH = 0, d = x.document.documentElement, b = x.document.body;\n'+ 'if( x.innerWidth ) { myW = x.innerWidth; myH = x.innerHeight; }\n'+ 'else if( d && d.clientWidth ) { myW = d.clientWidth; myH = d.clientHeight; }\n'+ 'else if( b && b.clientWidth ) { myW = b.clientWidth; myH = b.clientHeight; }\n'+ 'if( window.opera && !document.childNodes ) { myW += 16; }\n'+ 'x.resizeTo( oW = oW + ( ( oW + 200 ) - myW ), oH = oH + ( (oH + 200 ) - myH ) );\n'+ 'var scW = screen.availWidth ? screen.availWidth : screen.width;\n'+ 'var scH = screen.availHeight ? screen.availHeight : screen.height;\n'+ 'if( !window.opera ) { x.moveTo(Math.round((scW-oW)/2),Math.round((scH-oH)/2)); }\n'+ '}\n'+ ''+ ''+ (document.layers?(''):(''))+ ''+ (document.layers?'':'')+''); imgWin.document.close(); if( imgWin.focus ) { imgWin.focus(); } return false; } .caption {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent {list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout {height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout {list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout {text-align: center; } Fisher-Price Rainforest Peek-A-Boo Waterfall Soother offers: Combination of lights, toys, and music helps calm baby at bedtime Friendly monkey and frog play peek-a-boo among the leaves Both babies and parents can operate the toucan "on" button Baby can activate this toy by pressing the toucan to start the rainforest fun. View larger. Glowing Waterfall and Charming Toys The Soother features a glowing "waterfall" with a mesmerizing motion to lull baby to sleep. This waterfall cascades gently into a pool where a playful, bobbling fish and plenty of bubbles charm your little one into quiet enjoyment. There's also a friendly monkey and frog playing peek-a-boo among the leaves. You can choose up to 18 minutes of classical music, lullabies, or rainforest sounds, with or without the Soother's softly colored lights that pulse gently on and off. Easy Operation for Parents and Babies One of the Soother's best features is its cute toucan "on" button, which allows both parents and babies to control the unit. Volume is also easily adjustable and offered at three levels that can help develop baby's auditory sense: low, medium, and high. The Soother attaches to baby's crib without the need for additional tools, too, making set-up a snap. The Soother measures 9.5 x 3.75 x 9.75 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 3.8 pounds. It also includes a power/volume control. What's in the Box Mobile with toys and lights and power/volume control. Soothing music, lights, motion & rainforest sounds calm your baby to sleep. View larger. |
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Jumbo Toy Hammock "Set of 2" Sale Price: $18.36 Average Rating: ![]() |
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From the Manufacturer Get that clutter off the floor and take back your child's bedroom. This nifty Jumbo Toy Hammock by Prince Lionheart is a creative way to get your kids to pick up their toys. This stretchy hammock expands to over 6 feet and is easy to install. The hammock includes 3 hooks and can be used in any corner. |
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Pooh's Musical Red Baloon Used From: $19.99 |
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Tie this musical balloon anywhere for baby serenade. |
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Lamp Shade Large 11' x 11' x 9.75' Sale Price: $54.00 |
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This elegant collection is a wonderful choice for the sophisticated nursery. Shades of tan and blue along with subtle flowers and stripes make this set perfect for any nursery. 11" x 11" x 9.75" |
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Madams of the Barbary Coast List Price: $24.95 Sale Price: $24.95 Average Rating: ![]() |
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Madams of the Barbary Coast is an award winning documentary about the struggles, contributions, and triumphs of the Madams and courtesans who settled the dangerous Barbary Coast of San Francisco during the gold rush days...and about the women who tried to help them.Recently featured as part of San Francisco's PBS "Women's History Month," Madams of the Barbary Coast explores the relationships and vital roles these fascinating women played in all stratus of San Francisco's society. Outnumbered by men fifty to one, these women pioneers came from a diversity of cultures- Chinese, Black, Asian, Latin American, and European; and faced adversity in immigration, religion, poverty, and basic civil rights. And yet some of them still achieved unprecedented success, fortune and fame. Using rare archival photographs, location footage, and interviews with historians, writers, clergy, and sex educators, the documentary examines the women's many cultural and social contributions to the settlement of a violent, uncivilized West. Told through a series of poignant and touching stories, the film uncovers this forgotten yet important part of women's history, and how these women helped bring culture, passion, and a vestige of civilization to one of the most dangerous eras in America's past."The Madams of the Barbary Coast" was awarded Best Historical Documentary by the 2005 New York International Independent Film and Video Festival as well as for Best Art Direction by the 2005 Golden Gate Fiction and Documentary Film Festival."This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply. |
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Cloud b Sleep Sheep - Four Soothing Sounds From Nature List Price: $28.00 Sale Price: $17.00 Average Rating: ![]() |
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Designed for babies and adults, Sleep Sheep is the perfect nighttime companion to help soothe the whole family to sleep in a safe, calming and effortless way. A sound box tucked safely inside of Sleep Sheep lulls you to sleep with soft sounds from nature and the reassuring sound of a mothers heartbeat. Sleep Sheep soothing sounds are an audio pacifier that can calm even the fussiest babies to sleep. When babies sleep better, parents sleep better. Sleep Sheep is also ideal for traveling and in unfamiliar environments. Sleep Sheep features 4 soothing sounds: Mothers Heartbeat, Spring Showers, Ocean Surf, and Whale Songs. Velcro tab to secure Sleep Sheep to the outside of a crib. Removable sound box with adjustable volume and on/off controls. Automatic time-out after 23 minutes. The Sleep Sheep Story. A unique numbered adoption certificate. Batteries included - 2 AA . Soothe your child into a restful, relaxing nap or night of sleep with the Sleep Sheep from Cloud b. This soft and adorable sleep time pal plays calming sounds that help drown out distracting noises and let baby drift into dreams. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } Four Soothing Sounds Winner of several industry awards, including the National Parenting Council's Seal of Approval and the iParenting Media Award, the Sleep Sheep is plush and very cuddly, so it immediately gives a restless child something pleasing and calming to hold on to. It also creates a tranquil environment with four soothing sounds, from Mother's heartbeat (a steady thumping) to the gentle rhythms of nature. You and baby will both relax as you listen to the quiet stream, spring showers, swooshing ocean waves and harmonious whale sounds, making the Sleep Sheep a kind of audio pacifier that helps take some of the stress and crankiness out of rest time. Perfect for Naptime Many babies find it hard to settle in their cribs when noises from both inside and outside the house distract and disrupt them. They crave repetitive, comforting rhythms that don't frighten them. The Sleep Sheep creates a kind of white noise that blocks out the other surrounding sounds, so babies can be lulled into sleep. This parents-little-helper also comes with a Velcro tab so you can secure the Sleep Sheep to the outside of a crib. User-Friendly Operation The Sleep Sheep features user-friendly operation that both big and little hands can handle. Select sounds by simply pressing the push button, and then choose the most comfortable volume. For added convenience and to save battery power, the sounds automatically time out after 23 minutes--enough time for baby to fall into a comfortable and restorative sleep. Compact and lightweight, the Sleep Sheep stands 12 inches tall and takes two "AA" batteries (included). The sound box removes if your child simply wants to use the Sleep Sheep as a stuffed toy, and clean-up is a snap--just wipe the surface with soap and water. About Cloud b Cloud b, the baby sleep specialist, was established by two new mothers with the philosophy that every baby deserves a sound night's sleep for healthy development. That's why all of Cloud b's products are developed in consultation with an advisory board of pediatricians and sleep specialists with a single focus: to achieve a better, safer sleep for baby. What's in the Box One Sleep Sheep and two "AA" batteries. The Sleep Sheep offers: Cuddly plush toy that provides soothing sounds. Built-in Velcro strap for easy attachment to strollers and car seats. Timer shuts off the sound after either 23 or 45 minutes. Shown here together with smaller, on-the-go Sleep Sheep. As any parent of babies knows, sleep is a precious, precious commodity. Scores of books and articles have been written on the subject, and one of the first questions any parent will hear, after "How cute! How old? Boy or girl?" is, "Does she sleep through the night?" Babies aren't designed to sleep through the night in their early months, but eventually, they can sleep for longer blocks of time. And this is when parents will do just about anything to lengthen those snooze hours. The Sleep Sheep might just be the most effective sleep aid in a parent's tool belt. It sure is the cutest! Standing (or rather, sitting) just 11 inches tall, this cuddly lamb can be attached with Velcro strips to baby's crib. Tucked in its back is an audio box with four soothing sounds from nature: a heartbeat, a spring rainfall, the ocean, and whale songs. Push a button, adjust the volume, and sneak out of the nursery while the Sleep Sheep does its job, playing a full 23 minutes of snooze-inducing sound. Did you catch that? It's important: twenty-three minutes! So many sound machines only play for five minutes or so. Our woolly friend knows it can take longer than that for some babies to fall asleep. Beyond "White Noise" Music can be too stimulating. The whirring of a fan can be effective, but, well, breezy. And regular house noise, especially with an older sibling or too, can be distracting or downright disruptive to sleep. What babies need are relaxing, repetitive sounds. And when those sounds are housed in a huggable package, so much the better! Mother's Heartbeat What's the first sound baby hears while still in the womb? His mother's heartbeat, of course. This steady underwater thumping is bound to reassure babies, even once they're on "the outside." Spring Showers These spring showers may never bring May flowers, but their cozy patter may bring hours of peaceful slumber. Ocean Waves The swooshing sounds of a gentle ocean surf have the power to lull just about anybody to sleep. Whale Songs Eerie yet harmonious, whale songs are thought to elevate mind and spirit. Even if baby doesn't know that, the lovely distant songs provide a tranquil background to sleep. The Sleep Sheep's sound box is removable, so even if space is limited, baby's soothing sleep sounds can go where she goes. A unique numbered certificate of adoption is provided for those who want to make a special place in their families for their new, valuable, sure to be beloved friend. Requires 2 AA batteries (included). --Emilie Coulter |
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Lamaze Jacques the Peacock List Price: $14.99 Sale Price: $8.50 Average Rating: ![]() |
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This new Lamaze Play & Grow Peacock comes complete with multiple textures and sounds to keep baby entertained. Crinkly fabric, a peek-a-boo mirros, bold colorful patterns and soft fuzzy textures invite little ones to explore and learn. Jacques the Peacock comes complete with a Lamaze link, so you can snap it to a car seat, high chair, or anywhere else. Designed for use from birth on up, the Lamaze Play and Grow Peacock has bright colors and multiple textures and sounds that are sure to stimulate and delight baby. Developed in conjunction with child development experts from Yale University, this "first friends" toy comes complete with a Lamaze link for easy attachment to strollers, carriers, and diaper bags, so it's a snap to take the Play and Grow Peacock with you on play dates, errands, or trips in the car. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } img.withlink {border:1px black solid;} The Lamaze Jacques the Peacock offers: Different textures, mirror, and colorful patterns encourage exploration Soft velour body with several busy wings A Lamaze link clip for easy attachment to strollers, carriers and diaper bags Multiple textures and sounds to keep baby entertained. View larger. Stimulates Baby's Vision and Auditory Skills When babies are first born, they see in black and white. This is why the Play and Grow Peacock strikes a balance between bright, high contrast patterns that help stimulate baby's vision, and bold solid colors that give baby's eyes a place to rest. Sounds like crinkle, squeakers and jingles also help stimulate and develop baby's auditory skills. Finally, large, friendly eyes on the Play and Grow Peacock invite baby to focus and stare at a single object, which helps calm baby while supporting healthy eye development. Child-Safe Design Whether they're playing in the crib or preparing for a nap, your little one will enjoy hours of delight with the Play and Grow Peacock. Safe and easy for little hands to manipulate, it features a soft velour body that invites snuggling and playing. And the busy wings have different textures and interactive components--like the mirror, which allows for both independent and parent/baby peek-a-boo play--to keep baby engaged as he grows. The Play and Grow Peacock comes with a limited 90 day warranty. Squeaker Rattle Mirror Crinkle High contrast Black and White About Learning Curve The creative force behind hundreds of award-winning toys, Learning Curve created the Lamaze Infant Development System by working in tandem with parents, babies, and childhood experts. Learning Curve understands that what matters most to parents is keeping their children healthy, happy, and safe. The company's goal is to help parents do just that by offering products for every stage of a child's development--from feeding to playing to sleeping. Learning Curve's thoroughly researched developmental toys engage children, and provide parents with peace of mind. And their care, safety, feeding and soothing products give you solutions to day-to-day needs at mealtime, bedtime, at home and on-the-go. What's in the Box Peacock toy and Lamaze link clip. Whether playing in the crib or napping in the car, your baby won't want to go anywhere without Jacques the Peacock. Safe and fun, this plush toy from Learning Curve is a winner with babies and young children of all ages. Child-Safe Design Lamaze Jacques the Peacock features a soft velour body and busy wings with a peek-a-boo mirror, multiple textures, squeaker, and crinkles to keep your baby entertained. The link is perfect for hanging from an activity gym and connects easily to any Lamaze toy or play mat. This friendly toy comes with a 90-day limited warranty. About Learning Curve Learning Curve offers developmental toys that engage children, and provide parents with peace of mind, knowing their children are being inspired and enlightened by safe and high-quality playthings. Learning Curve created the Lamaze Infant Development System working in tandem with parents, babies, and childhood experts. Lamaze ensures your baby will grow, discover, and learn with the right toy at the right time. |
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Fisher-Price Soothe & Glow Seahorse List Price: $14.99 Sale Price: $13.49 Average Rating: ![]() |
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Sometimes baby needs a little help falling asleep. With a gentle squeeze, this cuddly friend glows and plays soft music, lullabies and soothing sounds of the ocean. After five minutes the music fades, lights dim and baby drifts to sleep. Includes eight lullabies and power/volume control for quiet play. Requires three "AA" batteries, included. |
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Humpty Who?: Crib Sheets for the Nursery for Clueless Moms and Dads (Book & CD) List Price: $11.95 Sale Price: $3.19 Used From: $1.02 Average Rating: ![]() |
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Sing your baby to sleep with . . . The Love Boat theme song? Children deserve better than that! With its hip approach, witty headnotes, and accompanying CD, Humpty Who? is the crash course for every new mom or dad who wants to give their child the simple pleasures of classic nursery rhymes . . . but can't remember what happens past the first line. A what-to-read as well as a how-to-read, this collection of 80 judiciously selected, edited, and annotated rhymes, songs, and finger play features all the timeless characters and their storiesâJack and Jill, Georgie Porgie, Little Bo Peep, the Noble Duke of York, Contrary Mary, Wee Willie Winkie, the Three Blind Mice. But it's more than just Mother Goose. There are lullabies, rounds, and riddles. How to recite "The Itsy-Bitsy Spider," and make the hand-motions that have held children spellbound for generations. How to act out "I'm a Little Teapot," or really get a child rocking with "Banbury Cross." Plus, there are explanations for curious children (and grown-ups)âfor example, what exactly a "tuffet" is, how to make "pease porridge," what else on the bus goes round and roundâand suggestions for reciting the poetry of the greats (Shakespeare, Blake, Dickinson); tips on how to improvise; and the secret weapon of the yoga "Om." The accompanying CD, featuring the rocking "Hell's Kitchen Moms and Babes Ensemble," is both great to play for baby, and the fun way for parents to learn the music that goes along with many of the rhymes. |
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