Toys; winning choices tested by the real experts: Babies - Buyers Guide
Author: Fit Pregnancy

FOR BABY

(Newborn and up)

ABC Stacking Blocks Eeboo Toys $20

These beautifully illustrated stacking cubes--which also fit inside one another--teach size and sequence. Baby road test: Ivy, 15 months, could build a tower with a little help--and, of course, knock it down again (her favorite part). 6 months and up. www.geniusbabies.com.

Sunshine Symphony Neurosmith $40

Cause and effect are demonstrated with baby's touch; each pat prompts a piece of classical music. Superior sound quality makes this toy a pleasure for alt. Baby road test: Savannah, 8 months, kicked and waved her arms in response to the music and tights. She eagerly investigated things to chew and squeeze. Newborn and up. 562-296-1100, www.neurosmith.com.

Ocean Wonders Fishbowl Fisher-Price $15