Toys for teethers

When it comes to first toys, there's nothing more soothing than a teether that's safe for young gums. Primary colours, rattles and animal characters mean they're stimulating too

When it comes to first toys, there's nothing more soothing than a teething toy that's safe for young gums. Primary colours, rattles and animal characters mean they can be stimulating too

Monkey teether (pictured, £5.99)
available from www.hamleys.com
Rainforest monkey teether

The bananas and fruit slices rattle from this colourful monkey teether that can be easily attached to a pushchair or high seat by monkey's tail.

Monkey teether around £3

Available from Fisher Price
Lil' Laugh and Learn Apple teether

A bright, cheerful toy to perk up little ones suffering from sore gums. Suitable from three months old.

Apple teether around £3

Available from Fisher Price
Sassy bibs

These special teething bibs make mealtimes neater and more organised. They cleverly combine functionality with colourful, fun designs.

Bibs £4.99

See www.flairplc.co.uk for stockists
Flutter fins

The Sassy Flutter Fins Fish bridges the gap between teether and toy - it's useful teether and entertaining rattle. This easy to grab toy has plenty for little ones to explore with its soft textured fabric tail ribbons and hard wearing flexible fins for teeth and gums to get to grips with.

Flutter Fins £3.99

See www.flairplc.co.uk for stockists
Gummy Guppy

This teether is suitable for use from birth and is in the shape of a delightful multi-coloured fish. The multiple teething surfaces have a variety of textures and are great for gums and teeth to explore. This rainbow fish with its happy smiling face will become an instant friend to any tot suffering from the teething blues.

Gummy Guppy £3.99

See www.flairplc.co.uk for stockists
Funky Fish and Hippie Chick Teethers

These teethers deliver all the features of a traditional multi-texture teether with a cooling effect. Simply pop the water filled teethers in the fridge to chill - they are ideal for soothing those sore gums and a parent's frayed nerves.

Teether pair £4.99

See www.flairplc.co.uk for stockists
Toddels rattle

Based on designs and drawings of children these Toddels are a fun first toy.

Rattle £6.99

Available from www.greenbaby.co.uk
Zmooz teething ring

The simple design stimulates the development and fantasy of the child.

Teething ring £6.99

Available from www.greenbaby.co.uk
Stripe Toddel teether

Small infant hands can easily grasp the untreated beech wood ring.

Giant Jenga £6.99

Available from www.greenbaby.co.uk
Soft car

This cute car combines soft plush, wooden wheels and rubber tyres.

Car £9.99

Available from www.playmotion.co.uk
Brio rabbit teether and rattle

The perfect pair - a soothing teether, a cuddly friend and some soft sounds and a rattle on demand.

Teether and rattle £11.99

Available from www.playmotion.co.uk
Soft water-filled teether

This teether has acolourful caterpillar handle and comes in blue and green. Refrigerate it to soothe baby's gums.

Teether £3.99

Available from www.hamleys.com
Forget-Me-Not Elephant

This hygienic and comforting teether-rattle has a soft plastic ring to soothe sore gums.

Elephant teether £5.99

Available from www.hamleys.com
Cheeky Monkey

Teething is a tough business for babies, so give them a helping hand with this hygienic teether-rattle.

Monkey teether £5.99

Available from www.hamleys.com