" Cuddly friends in childhood "
Soft toys - commonly known ascuddly toys are among the most important companions for babies and children. Cuddling is one of the absolute basic needs of the very youngest and provides a lot of security. Stuffed animals are therefore an elementary part of healthy child development.
The first friendship
Whether classic teddy bears, rabbits, penguins and many other animals - children and babies love motifs from the animal world. Cute googly eyes and a cute smile are the hallmarks of all cuddly toys. They bring lots of joy and are true friends. It has been proven that baby cuddly toys are part of a child's first relationship, which the offspring enter into independently and on their own responsibility. After the intimate mother-child bond, a comparatively strong relationship with a particular soft toy or even a cuddly toy or a cuddly toy.
This is enormously important for personality development. Children see their favorite cuddly toy as a close confidant who is not only always there for them, but who also has to learn certain things. Role-playing games, for example, allow children to tell Teddy and co. not to eat too many sweets and not to forget to brush their teeth.
No matter how many cuddly toys your little one has in their room, one or two of them will take on a special significance over time.
They will be played with very often and your little one's favorite fluffy companion should not be missing on trips, such as family vacations.
Baby's first cuddly toy
The very first baby toy is usually a small soft toy. Baby cuddly toys are often given as gifts at birth. In the first few weeks, your little angel will certainly not be able to do too much with these baby toys. But as soon as they can grasp things, your child will of course be able to hold and cuddle a soft toy. Stuffed animals are still one of the most popular baby gifts and baby toys and it is not uncommon to find a sea of plush animals on the shelves. This is not a problem in itself, as long as the crib is spared. Too many animals in the bed can be a risk for babies. One or two of the sociable little animals are perfectly adequate in a small bed.
Baby's first soft toy
What makes a good baby cuddly toy?
Cuddly toys made of soft fleece are recommended for the little ones. These are not only lightweight, but also extremely easy to care for. Such special baby cuddly toys can easily be taken to bed and of course on every outing. When buying soft toys for a baby, parents should look out for certain features. In addition to a seal of approval, the following features are important:
- Smooth surface structure (no long or shaggy fur)
- Fleece is ideal
- No pinned-on or simply sewn-on accessories
- the cuddly toy should be washable
Cuddling and warming - warm cuddly toys are ideal for cold days
Especially in fall and winter, babies need to be kept warm to ensure their well-being. Dress your little one in a soft baby bodysuit, cover him or her with a colorful cuddly blanket blanket and wrap him up with a nice soft toy to bed. Just like conventional grape seed cushions and other heat cushions, simply place these cuddly toys briefly in the microwave or oven. Afterwards, make sure that the temperature is not too high and allow the soft toy to cool down if necessary.
The warming cuddly toys are characterized by many advantages. Filled with natural materials, absolutely free of harmful substances and available in many cute designs, they make excellent baby gifts that provide a high level of comfort. Incidentally, the filling can be easily removed so that regular washing is no problem.
Great attention to safety and hygiene
Mothers fight loudly to get their children's cuddly toys washed at least once in a while. This is simply necessary for reasons of hygiene alone. To avoid a big argument, don't wash your child's cuddly toy just like that. Involve your child in the process. Simply hand over the responsibility a little by saying quietly and emphatically that your child also washes itself regularly. This means that cuddly toys should of course also enjoy a "bath" every now and then and freshen up.
Modern washing machines have gentle programs, so there is nothing to worry about. For drying, choose a warm place that is preferably not in direct sunlight. Plush toys also have no place on the radiator.
Freezing cold against lice - quick help is needed!
Most people now know that lice are not transmitted by washing too little or by certain living conditions. However, once these little pests nest, it is unfortunately unavoidable that they will spread to the soft toys. There is a simple and effective trick you can use here. It is best to place all the cuddly toys in a freezer bag.
Place them in the freezer compartment of the fridge or simply put them in the freezer.
After just half an hour, all the lice and their nests will be killed and the cuddly toys will only need to get used to room temperature again.
Friends for life
Baby cuddly toys are toys, a source of well-being and real friends at the same time - teddy bears and the like are rightly among the most popular gifts for children. However, the little animals often accompany your little sunshine beyond early childhood and so the cuddly toys can also take pride of place in a display case or on the bedside table as a reminder of the first years of life. Yes, even some adults can't part with their first friend.
Friends for life
