Before you hit the shops to get a baby toy, read our curated list of the best baby toys for 3 month olds in Australia to help get you started in your search.
Three to six-month-olds are smiling, cooing, social creatures who are just starting to connect with and enjoy what’s going on around them. Get them some new toys to practise their burgeoning skills for swatting, grabbing and chewing – or a play mat for tummy time and rolling.
Here’s our guide to gifts and toys for 3 month old boys and girls.
What they’re doing
- Smiling And Giggling
- Swatting And Swiping
- Babbling
- Tummy Time
- Reaching And Grabbing Things
- Learning To Roll
- Discovering Their Hands And Fingers
- Mouthing Objects And Toys
Gifts they’ll love
- Baby Gym
- Teething Ring
- Pram String
- Baby Safe Mirror
- Personalised Blanket
- Rattle or Shaker
- Cot Mobile
- Cloth Books
- Squeaker
- Play Mat
OUR PICK OF THE CROP
18 gifts and toys for 3 month olds
With over 15 years of experience and a community boasting over 100,000 Australian mums, we’re committed to helping you find the perfect toy for your three-month-old.
Below, you’ll find 18 of our favourite picks presented in no particular order. Some are newcomers to the scene, while others are tried-and-true favourites. Rest assured, each recommendation has either crossed our path, found a place in our own experiences, or been enthusiastically vouched for by our Grapeviner community.
Core support
TAF Toys Tummy Time Kit ($59.99)
This Tummy Time kit has all you need to boost motor skills and spark curiosity. With a soft pillow, water mat, crinkle book, and sensory balls, you can mix and match as your baby grows—perfect for keeping them happy and engaged!
Hey, Mizzie
Mizzie The Kangaroo Teething Gift Set ($54)
In safe, non-toxic, natural rubber from the Hevea tree, Mizzie is perfect for soothing sore gums. Designed to enhance bubs’ senses, these award-winning toys are easy to grip with little hands. The gift set contains a teething toy with a squeak and mini ring teether.
Tummy time tunes
Taf Toys Tummy Time Activity Gym ($129.99)
This plush mat, tummy pillow, and toy arch set is perfect for your baby’s development! It includes a semi-circle hoop for cards, a baby mirror, crinkly toys, and a pull-activated musical toy. With four sensory toys and three play stages (side, tummy, and back), it helps build strength and coordination.
Cuddle chic
BIBS Cuddle Cloths ($23.99)
Introducing the BIBS Cuddle Cloths, the snuggle buddies your baby can’t resist! Made from soft, organic cotton, they’re perfect for soothing little ones during naptime or play. Say hello to comfort, coziness, and of course, endless cuddles!
Flip fun
Taf Toys Tummy-Time Book ($29.99)
This soft baby book is perfect for little ones! It has two sides for different stages of play and a crinkly feel that babies love. With cute illustrations, fun textures, and activities like a baby-safe mirror and koala teether, it even stands up for tummy time fun.
Wobble whimsies
Trixie Mini Wobble Activity Toys ($29.95)
Meet the adorable crew of Trixie wobblers! These playful pals are all about entertaining your little one with funny moves and chiming sounds. Little bumps and tiny kicks create chiming symphonies, promising sparkling eyes and endless baby giggles.
Belly buddy
Done By Deer Croco Tummy Time Toy ($79.95)
Meet your baby’s new tummy time pal – Croco the Done By Deer tummy time toy. These adorable cushioned friends encourage strength and curiosity with their playful design and developmental features. Available in green, powder, and sand it’s time to roll, reach, and SNAP with joy.
Hug buddy
Moonie Humming Bear ($129.95)
Meet Moonie – the cuddly maestro of bedtime serenades. With soothing hums and gentle vibrations, this bear lulls your little one into dreamland. USB rechargeable and oh-so-huggable, Moonie is the ultimate bedtime companion.
Aussie shakers
Nana Huchy Australiana Mini Rattles ($27)
Specially crafted for tiny little hands, these rattles are a sensory delight and come in the most adorable Australian animal designs. A cuddly way to introduce your little one to the joy of music and sounds. Rattle, play, and snuggle the cuteness.
Adventures await
Fabelab Travel Size Activity Mats ($63.25)
Compact and ready for adventure, these mats unfold to create a playful haven. Ideal for on-the-go fun, they offer a comfy spot for little ones to explore, play, and rest. Portable playtime comes in three designs, woods, underwater and rainbow.
Textile tales
Manhattan Toys Cloth Books ($49.95)
These soft wonders are more than books; they’re gateways to the imagination. With charming tales and tactile adventures, they turn storytime into a cuddly, interactive journey. Explore, play, and learn with these delightful cloth companions!
More toys we love …
Know a toy suitable for a 3 month old we should add to our list? Contact us and let us know, we’ve been curating Australia’s best baby products into helpful lists for over 15 years and we’re always happy to support new brands and businesses.
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