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Best 6-9 Months Toy: Lamaze Mix and Match Caterpillar

This new Lamaze critter lets baby mix and match and develop fine motor skills.
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Updated March 2, 2017
The Lamaze Mix and Match Caterpillar wins the 2017 Best of Baby award from The Bump
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Cute, crinkly, squeaky toys are bound to be a hit—but add in the option to pull it apart and put it back together, and you’ve got an instant favorite on your hands.

WHAT WE LOVE

  • There’s plenty for baby to explore in just one toy: multi-colored ribbons, contrasting patterns, crinkly textures, knots, squeaks, chimes and more
  • Baby can shake, squeeze or gnaw on the toy—or, better yet, yank apart and rearrange the eight different Velcro pieces of the caterpillar, and exercise those fine motor skills
  • Thanks to the detachable segments, the caterpillar can easily be stored or packed for on-the-go play

SUMMARY

The Mix & Max Caterpillar offers plenty of sensory stimulation, delighting baby with bright colors, sounds, cool surfaces and fun physical activities.

Price: $20

FINALISTS

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