Article: Back to School for Baby.

Babies Need New Basics at Different Stages of Development

LOS ANGELES -- It's that time of year when children everywhere gear up for a new year, new teacher, new friends, and new school supplies.

In the same way school children need new supplies each fall, babies need the proper toys to encourage their emerging physical, social, motor and cognitive skills. Choosing playthings that are also educational can be a daunting task for any parent. Here are a few tips to help you decide which toys best suit your little one's developmental age.

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* Choose brightly colored toys and those with contrasting patterns to help baby focus ...

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