Newborns may not need toys. They need milk, love, rest, diapers and a few pairs of soft pajamas. But newborns, like all kids, are curious little creatures, and can benefit from an array of playthings ...

I'm the baby and kids gear writer, a mom to three and former teacher. Babies go through rapid development in their first year of life. The best baby toys can help them learn to roll, sit, walk, talk ...