Premium pickToys & books by ageBirth to ~2 years
Lovevery The Play Gym
A calm, wooden-and-organic-cotton play gym with zones and a cover that turns into a toddler fort.
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If you want one bigger toy that lasts beyond the newborn months, this is the premium option we would consider. It has wooden arches, an organic cotton mat with different zones, detachable toys and cards, and a cover that turns it into a play fort later on — no batteries. Reviewers found set-up quick and liked how long it stays useful. The trade-offs: it is one of the most expensive play gyms you can buy, it takes up real floor space, one tester found a flap on the mat flipped down during play, and you can get much of the same benefit from a blanket on the floor and a few toys. Buy it because you love it, not because your baby needs it.
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Pros
- No batteries; wood and organic cotton
- Works from birth into the toddler years with the fort cover
- Machine-washable mat
- Quick to set up
Cons
- Expensive for what it is
- Takes up a lot of floor space
- A mat flap can flip down during play
Who it suits
- Families wanting one long-lasting, calm play space
- Gifts from several people together
Who should look elsewhere
- Small apartments
- Anyone on a tight budget — a floor blanket does most of the job
Price
> $150
Typically $235–$235 at our last check (8 Nov 2026). Prices change — check the retailer.
Specs
| Age milestone tags | m2-looks-at-a-toy-for-several-seconds, m4-uses-their-arm-to-swing-at-toys, m4-pushes-up-onto-elbows-forearms-when-on-tummy |
|---|---|
| Small parts warning | Designed for under-3s; check toys and cards for wear |
| Batteries | none |
| Washable | mat machine washable (cold, gentle) |
| Open ended rating | medium-high |
| Dimensions | about 61 × 127 × 119 cm set up |
What to look for
- Look for Mandatory standard for toys for children up to 36 months (based on AS/NZS ISO 8124.1) on the label or in the product details.
- Enough floor space (about 1.2 m square)
- Toys that stay firmly attached
Where to buy in Australia
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Last checked 8 Nov 2026 · Report a problem with this pick