Rocking horses are a toy that was traditionally meant for older children, however in these modern times there is a wide selection of rocking toys designed specifically for use by babies and toddlers. A large rocking horse is obviously unsuitable for a baby but these new versions are close to the ground and designed to be safe, cuddly and friendly for small children.
The most popular style for babies and toddlers is the plush rocking horse. These cute toys are basically large sturdy cuddly toys with rockers attached and are suitable for children up to the age of two or three. They look great in a nursery and come in a dazzling array of different creatures. You can choose from elephant, butterfly, cow, dinosaur, dog, giraffe, frog, sheep, butterfly and more!
Little girls will love to own a pink rocking horse and there is a great selection available from different manufacturers in a whole range of designs. A pink pony plush rocking horse looks great in a little girl’s bedroom. You can even buy a My Little Pony rocker for fans of the popular characters.
baby rocking horse picture by jessicafm on flickr
If you want to go down a more traditional route, there are also some lovely wooden rocking horses designed specifically for babies and toddlers. These horses are basically a rocking seat in a horse shape that will support your child comfortably like a high chair. Babies love the smooth rocking motion of a rocking chair and they make a good alternative to a bouncer seat.
Baby rocking horses make a great gift for baby showers for any prospective parent. For a really special gift you can buy a baby rocking horse gift set which comes with coordinating booties, rattle, photo album and blanket in pink or blue depending on whether the baby is a boy or a girl. Few people are likely to think of this idea as a gift so it’s a great idea for the mother who has everything.
Safety is paramount when choosing a children’s rocking horse and rockers designed specifically for toddlers should have extra support for added safety. Do not let your child play on their rocking horse unsupervised, as little fingers are easily trapped under the base of the rocker. Small babies should be held in place on the rocker until they are old enough to support themselves. Make sure that the rocker you choose is not too high for your child as this can also be intimidating for a toddler.
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