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5 Benefits of Musical Toys for Your Baby: How Music Supports Early Development

5 Benefits of Musical Toys for Your Baby: How Music Supports Early Development

As an occupational therapist, I use music and rhythm every week to support kids' development and it works just as well at home. Here are 5 ways musical toys support your baby's brain, body, and emotions, plus why wooden instruments are my top pick over plastic or electronic ones.

Child playing with wooden open-ended toys on a wooden floor - Tiny Tree Toys South Africa

Why Play Doesn't Need Rules

The Power of Open-Ended Play and Why Your Child Keeps Getting Bored with Their Toys Picture this: it's a Saturday morning, the playroom is overflowing with toys, and your child...
Toddler meltdowns that  “Come out of nowhere” - an OT explains what's actually happening.

Toddler meltdowns that “Come out of nowhere” - an OT explains what's actually happening.

Every toddler has big moments. But how do you know when it’s a normal tantrum or something more? Paediatric OT Ezette breaks down what’s really happening in your toddler’s nervous system, and what actually helps.