TheBaby Einstein Neptune Soother Sea Dreams Lullaby Soother incorporates real-life ocean imagery and Baby Einstein characters that swim along in this scrolling aquarium scene that lights up and plays soothing melodies for your baby. A unique “soothing mode” gradually softens volume to put your baby to sleep and the remote control allows for activation or deactivation without disturbing your baby. Soft edge lighting allows you to check on your baby from a distance. The Sea Dreams Lullaby Soother includes a button for baby activation and its bottom design allows for extended bedside use for older babies. Bring the soothing sights and sounds of the sea to your baby. The Baby Einstein Sea Dreams Lullaby Soother features a scrolling, illuminated ocean scene with fun-loving fish, colorful characters and 25 minutes of continuous playing melodies from Bach, Mozart and Beethoven or beautiful nature sounds.

Pros
- Interesting features like remote, lights, timer, and other interesting detail
- The 25 minute play time is a huge plus, as it often takes him at least that long for babies to fall asleep.
- Interesting and attractive toy
- It helps babies to calm down before sleeping.
- interesting and attractive toy
- Free shipping
- $8.01 (20% discount)
- More pros here

Cons
- It’s loud. There are 2 volume settings, and the “quiet” one is quite loud.
- The motor that moves the aquatic image that is rather loud.
- The remote control only functions for 2 hours after it turns itself off.
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This around the world play gym introduces a new fun way for your child to learn and have fun at the same time with different animals, sights and sound of different regions of the worlds. It has a 34″ mat which features real imagery from the different around the world: Africa, Asia, Australia, South America, and the Polar Regions. The gym mat also offers a lot hanging toys as well and the mat is washable and foldable for easy carriage while traveling and convenience. It also has Additional toys included such as Panda rattle toy, Soft Parrot with crinkle, Large baby-safe mirror, Spinning globe rattle ball, Animal Discovery Cards, Igloo shaped Teether, 8 links to attach more toys. This Around the World Play Gym by Baby Einstein is just what your baby needs for a good tour around the world in his imagination.

Pros:
-AA Batteries included
-Center light up globe captivates baby’s attention every time
-Rattle makes a lot of noise, which baby loves
-Parents prefer this because of its removable and portable world
-Very easy to set up
-Mat indicates its really intended for babies
-Musical toys have corresponding lights that really catches the babies attention visually and also through audio
-Baby mirror also catches baby’s attention as he looks at himself in the mirror and he gets curious
-Catches the baby’s attention for a full 30 mins. which is precious time of break for parents from entertaining their babies.
-Very cheap for the quality of the toy and even more cheaper if it’s on SALE! Buy now you get 21% OFF.
-Get it with one day shipping or free shipping
-More Pros here

Cons:
-Globe stopped working in an isolate case so the product was not durable in the long run
-Mat could be a little bit bigger
-Musical Toys doesn’t play continuous music and it stops every now and then
-The support system should be better designed to prevent the arches from toppling over
-Not good for more than 5 months old babies
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The Activity Keys by Baby Einstein is a set of 3 plastic, multicolored activity keys.  This key set features a yellow button that activates red and green lights, a water-filled key that soothes a teething baby’s sore gums, and a  key with rattling beads.  The AThe Activity Keys by Baby Einstein is a set of 3 plastic, multicolored activity keys.ctivity Key set promotes the development of gross motor skills, visual development, tactile stimulation, and a cause-and-effect undertanding. Baby Einstein did a great job with this one.

Pros:

• The key ring is small, and light enough for young baby’s hands to hold and manipulate.
• The Activity Keys are small enough to take along in a diaper bag or purse, so baby can be entertained anywhere.
• There are no pointy edges on this key ring that could cause injury to a baby, like some of the competitor’s products.
• The keys have varied textures and colors to stimulate both a baby’s visual and tactile senses.
• The water-filled, squishy key is a perfect teether.
• Baby’s are mesmerized by the blinking red and green lights that are activated by pressing the yellow button.  The button is easy enough to press, that a baby can activate the lights by himself.
• This key set is very easy to clean with just light soap and warm water, so it is always clean for baby to put in her mouth.

Cons:

• Baby Einstein’s toy does not make any sounds to accompany the flashing light, so if your baby is most interested in toys that make some type of noise, this may not be your best choice.  The only sound is the rattling of the beads, created when baby shakes the key ring.
• Some people think that the water-filled key is a little too thick to fit into some babies’ mouths.
• Some people also found the water-filled key to have a strong, unpleasant plastic odor.

Product Details:

• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 2.2 x 2.2 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• Free Shipping: When Purchased From Amazon Link >>>
• Ships: Usually Within 24 Hours
• Special Shipping Information: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• In Stock: Yes
• Gift Wrap Available

Customer Comment:

My 3 month old baby loves this key set.  She rattles it, and is thoroughly amazed when I press the button for the flashing lights.  I really like the size of this toy;

it is small enough for my little girl to hold, and for me to throw in her diaper bag.  This is a really great toy.

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Octoplush is a soft, multi-textured, developmental plush toy, made by Baby Einstein.  The Octoplush has colorful stitched satin patches on velour legs that promote baby to develop tactile skills by touching the different textures, and later are a great learning foundation for teaching colors, as each leg says the color name when squeezed.  This plush toy also has a built-in music box that is activated when the Octoplush is gently hugged.  This toy comes complete with a language selector for either English, Spanish, or French, and has a volume control.  The Octoplush is best suited for children 3 months and older.

Pros:

• Buttons on the octopus’ legs say the name of the color and can be set to say them in English, Spanish, or French, so this is a great starting point for both learning colors, as well as a foreign language.
• The volume control really helps to keep from annoying parents when baby is playing with the octopus.
• Octopus head is easily squeezed by a baby, to activate the music.
• There is an ON/OFF button for when baby is cuddling with the octopus, and no sound is needed, or parents need a break.
• Toy is on the small side, so it is great for young babies, and will not be overwhelming.
• Color words are printed on the underside of the octopus’ feet in all three languages, so you can reinforce the words that baby is hearing from the octopus.

Cons:

• The color spots are difficult for a baby to activate by himself.
• Octopus is an odd shape and a bit top-heavy, so may not be easy for a small child to carry around the house.
• Octoplush may go off by itself if not turned OFF when it is not being used, this could get annoying, and depending how frequently this happens, could waste batteries.

Product Details:

• Product Dimensions: 7 x 11 x 11 inches ; 15.7 ounces
• Free Shipping: When Purchased From Amazon Link > > >
• Ships: Usually Within 24 Hours
• Special Shipping Information: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Gift  Wrap Is Available
• In Stock: Yes

Product Features Soft, multi-textured developmental Baby Einstein octopus The youngest of babies can hug the octopus to hear a Baby Einstein melody and explore the textures for tactile development As baby grows, colorful stitched satin patches on velour legs promote baby’s understanding of color through repetition Language selector switch to choose English, Spanish or French Includes volume control

Customer Review:

I received the Octoplush as a shower gift before my son was born.  It wasn’t until he got to be about 3 months old that he took any real interest, but since then, the Octoplush is his favorite toy.  He loves to listen to the music and touch the different fabric textures on the toy.  This octopus is even his favorite bed time friend.  My son is not old enough to be interested in learning colors yet, but I love that this toy will help to teach them to him.  I also love that it will provide a good starting point for him to become familiar with both Spanish and French.  I am really excited about the way that this cute toy appeals to my son at many different development levels, and will continue to make learning fun for my little boy.

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Baby’s Photo Book is a vinyl photo book for introducing baby to family and friends, and is made by Baby Einstein.  This baby photo book has storage for up to five 4″ x 6 “pictures and one wallet-size picture.  This photo book also features a water-filled handle that doubles as a teether for soothing the  gums of a teething baby.  There are large colorful tabs to make turning the pages easier for baby, and the vinyl flaps on each page keep the photographs in place and protected.  This is the perfect first photo album for introducing baby to people that are important in his life.

Pros:

• The book is durable and can withstand being beaten on and chewed by a baby.
• The matte finish on the vinyl photo sleeves, does not create any reflections or distortions of the photos, and allows baby to get a good look at the important people in his life.
• The vinyl of this book makes it very easy to clean.
• Helps baby to recognize family friends, relatives, and to learn the names of the people in the pictures.
• Small enough to carry along when traveling, as it easily fits into a diaper bag or purse.
• Each vinyl slot has a little extra tab that wraps around the photo, and keeps it safe and dry  in case baby chews on the pages.
• There are colorful tabs on the pages that assist baby in turning the pages.

Cons:

• The Baby Einstein Baby’s Photo Book holds less 4″ x 6″ pictures than some similar products made by competitors.
• The edges of the book are somewhat sharp.  Even though they are rounded, it is possible for a baby to scratch his delicate skin on the edges of this book.
• The book is design so that the pictures will not fall out, or little fingers pull them out.  However, to keep the pictures in, the sleeves are very tight, which makes putting a picture in the sleeve quite difficult.
• The slot for the 4″ x 6″ picture on the back will have Baby Einstein written across his face, meaning that there are really only four usable 4″ x 6″ slots for photos.

Product Features Vinyl photo book introduces baby to family and friends Holds five 4″ x 6″ photos, plus one wallet size photo Water-filled teether handle soothes baby’s gums Colorful page tabs for easy turning Plastic flaps on each page help keep photos protected

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The Count and Compose Piano is a  learning baby toy that combines visual, auditory, and language development all into one toy made by Baby Einstein.  Babies are introduced to melodies, different instruments and numbers with this cute little piano.  There is a screen that has colored, flashing lights  that move along to the music, to create visual stimulation, and a rattling roller drum that helps to promote a baby’s fine motor skills. The Count and Compose Piano has three different play modes:  counting mode (numbers 1-5 in English, Spanish and French), baby composer mode, and instrument key mode.

Pros:

• Classical music is pleasing to the entire family.  It is loud enough to interest a baby without driving parents crazy.
• The convenient size and light weight make this toy the perfect size to play with at home or put into a diaper bag for travel.
• There is an OFF button, so parents can take a break if the sounds get too irritating.
• Buttons are easily pressed by little hands.

Cons:

• Speaker is on the bottom of the piano and causes the sound to muffled.
• The is no indication what keys play what notes or a guide that shows how to actually play songs on this piano.
• Piano does not actually count, it says the number on the button that is pushed, i.e. when the button marked 3 is pushed, the piano says “3″.

Product Features Comes with three play modes; instrument key mode, baby composer mode, counting mode High quality speaker with volume control Baby will get an introduction to numbers 1-5 in English, Spanish and French as each numbered piano key is pressed Multiple music modes and instruments

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The Animal Exploration Tunnel is an activity tunnel designed to excite babies with interactive developmental toys including discovery flash cards, bird that “tweets“, water filled teether , soft sun rattle, and ring rattle, as well as pictures of Baby Einstein characters and realistic animals on the floor mat. The Animal Exploration Tunnel is made by Baby Einstein.  The Animal Exploration Tunnel comes complete with a 4-foot long tunnel, with mesh windows, movable toys, and a  crinkle floor mat with bright images.  This is the ideal toy for early crawlers or babies that you are trying to encourage to crawl.  Best suited for babies 3 months and older.

Pros:

• Mesh cutouts in wall of tunnel allow for peek-a-boo between parent and child.
• Many of the toys are removable.  They can be moved from the arch to the mat, or taken out of the tunnel for a bed-time buddy or car ride entertainment.
• There are additional rings that can be used to hang other toys (that did not come with the tunnel), for added and constantly changing interest.
• The tunnel is really light-weight and can be easily lifted and moved out of the way.
• Because of visual images on the floor mat, the Animal Exploration Tunnel encourages both tummy time and movement in the tunnel.

Cons:

• The Animal Exploration Tunnel is quite large and takes up a lot of space when it is fully assembled.
• It is necessary to remove the metal support tubes to fold up the Animal Exploration Tunnel and put away.  Some people find this cumbersome.
• Children should never be left unattended while in the Animal Exploration Tunnel, as there are several common sense warnings: 1.  There is a potential suffocation hazard if used on a soft surface, other than the floor.  2.  There is also a potential fall hazard if this product is used some place other than the floor, as the tunnel is very light-weight and children can move it.  3. The tunnel could collapse on baby if the metal supports are used for support to stand with.
• The mesh sides of the tunnel are fragile and are easily stuck to Velcro in the wash.

Product Features Celebrate 10 years of learning with Baby Tad! Features daytime and nighttime modes. Tad’s light flashes to the beat during the day and soothes baby to sleep at night. Includes 10 popular songs to encourage singing and dancing. Introduces the alphabet and parts of the body.

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The Einstein Bendy Ball is a brightly colored, soft plastic ball made by Baby Einstein.  This toy has the recognizable Baby Einstein cheery, colorful caterpillar character around the center of the spheroid.  The flexible plastic makes this spheroid easy for little hands to grasp, hold and shake.  There is also a smaller rattle ball contained inside the bendy ball for additional visual and auditory interest.

Pros:

• Easily held and rattled by little hands.
• Because of soft exterior, ball is safe to be thrown on the ground to enjoy the different rattling sound that causes.
• Very durable.
• Easily clipped to a stroller or car seat using links.

Cons:

• The Einstein Bendy Ball caterpillar is a bit hard and could cause injury if swung or thrown as a weapon.
• The toy is a little bit heavy, but generally picked up by most young children above the age of 3-months.

Product Features Soft, flexible plastic make this ball easy for little fingers to bend and squeeze Recognizable Baby Einstein caterpillar character on center band Colorful rattle ball inside for additional sounds and visual stimulation Attractive, fun toy to play with

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Takealong Tunes is a cute plastic music box for babies made by Baby Einstein.  It is equipped with an adorably colorful caterpillar handle that allows for a baby to easily hold this baby toy and “take it along”.  Takealong Tunes contains 7 baby-friendly classical masterpiece tunes.  There is a large button that is easily pressed by a baby in order to start the music.  Along with the audio stimulation generated by this toy, there are colorful lights that move around on the screen along to the music to create visual stimulation as well.

Pros:


• This is a great toy for staying home or going on trips.  It is easily transportable and can keep a baby’s interest regardless of venue.
• Babies love the lights, the music and the, and the bright cheery colors of the caterpillar.
• The design of the toy is rugged and can withstand being frequently dropped
• The songs that it plays are long enough to hold a baby’s attention.
• It plays real classical music, rather than children’s songs, so it is less irritating to adults.
• It has an “OFF” switch for the times when the parents need a break.
• It is not too loud, and it has a two-setting volume control for easy adjustment.
• The button to start the music and lights is easily pressed by a baby’s small hands.
• The handle is easy for a baby to hold.
• The flashing lights keep babies visually interested in this toy.
• There are seven different (reasonably long) songs in the Takealong Tunes, which is enough variety to keep it from annoying older members of the family.
• Babies love the lights, the music and the, and the bright cheery colors of the caterpillar.

Cons:

• There is not an option to put the music on a continuous loop, to lull a baby to sleep
• The Takealong Tunes is made of hard plastic, so it could potentially cause injury to either a parent or baby if is swung around or thrown.
• The weight of the Takealong Tunes makes it less portable for very young babies, as the average baby under 4months old is unable to support the weight of this toy on his own.
• There is not an option to turn the flashing lights off, they are always on while the music is running

Product Features Comes with three play modes; instrument key mode, baby composer mode, counting mode High quality speaker with volume control Baby will get an introduction to numbers 1-5 in English, Spanish and French as each numbered piano key is pressed Multiple music modes and instruments

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