The Best Newborn Toys of 2023, According to Pediatricians

Shumee Colorful Plush Fabric Ball ($23)

"Balls with different colors, shapes, fabrics, and sounds are wonderful first toys for babies," Dr. Choi says. "They can explore squeezing, pushing, pulling, rolling, dropping, and throwing."

This plush ball is segmented to make it easier for small hands to get a handle on grasping. A rattle and plenty of colors make it multi-sensory, particularly as your baby grows and becomes more attuned to colors.