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For nurseries, playrooms and homes that need age-correct, developmental play gear from newborn to 8 years.
Which play time product suits your child's age?
Play time products in Australia fall into four age stages: baby mobiles (newborn to 5 months) for visual stimulation and sleep settling, playmats and activity gyms (newborn to 12 months) for tummy time and motor skills, developmental and creative toys (6 months to 8 years) for fine motor skills and imagination, and active and outdoor toys (18 months to 8 years) for physical coordination. Finishes include musical, projecting, sensory and ride-on designs.
Match the product to your child's current stage, not the next one. Choose a flat mat for newborn tummy time, an activity gym once your baby starts reaching, and creative kits as fine motor skills develop. Check exact age range and safety certification on each product page before ordering.
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Age Guide
Match Play Gear to Your Child's Age Before You Order
Check your child's age against the product range first. Always confirm against the manufacturer's age and safety guidance on the packaging. Use this as a quick reference:
Baby Mobile
Newborn → 5 months
Playmat / Activity Gym
Newborn → 12 months
Active / Outdoor Toy
18 months → 8 years
If your child sits between stages, choose the earlier range and confirm safety guidance before buying ahead.
Mobiles, Playmats, Toys and Active Play
Shop by Stage: Mobiles, Playmats, Toys and Active Play
Newborn to 5 Months
Baby Mobiles
Cot and clip-on mobiles. Musical, projecting and travel options. Supports visual stimulation and sleep settling from birth. Remove once your baby pushes up on hands and knees, typically from 5 months. From $23.70.
Newborn to 12 Months
Playmats and Activity Gyms
Padded mats for tummy time and floor play, typically 140 x 100 cm to 230 x 140 cm. Check dimensions against your floor space before ordering. Activity gyms add hanging arches that encourage reaching, batting and grasping. From $59.84.
6 Months to 8 Years
Developmental and Creative Toys
Shape sorters, drawing boards and craft kits. Builds fine motor skills and imagination from 6 months through to 8 years. From $12.99.
Play time gear is one part of setting up for a new baby. Browse baby essentials for the everyday items that round out the early months, or see the full nursery range for cots, bassinets and changing furniture.
Indoor, Outdoor, Sensory and Brands
Shop by Type: Sensory, Active, Creative and Trusted Brands
Sensory and Mobile Toys
Newborn Visual and Sensory Development
High-contrast designs and gentle motion support early visual tracking. Musical and projecting options aid bedtime settling. Check exact age range on each product page.
Playmats and Gyms
Tummy Time and Floor Play
Flat sensory mats for the newborn stage. Arch-style gyms once your baby starts reaching. Suit Australian homes with carpet, timber or tile flooring.
Developmental Toys
Fine Motor and Early Learning
Shape sorters and push-alongs from 6 months. Craft kits and building sets for toddlers and older kids. Check small parts before giving to a child under 3.
Active and Outdoor Toys
Coordination and Outdoor Play
Foam gliders, water blasters, tricycles and track sets. Supervise all outdoor and water play. Check seat height and weight rating on each product page.
Buying Guide
Buying Guide: Age, Safety, Material and Stage
- Age first: Check the manufacturer's age guidance on the packaging. Product labels are guides only. Confirm exact age range on each product page.
- Safety check: Check for small parts before giving any toy to a child under 3. Supervise water play and active outdoor play at all times.
- Material: Non-toxic, BPA-free materials handle daily handling and washing. Sensory fabrics suit newborn skin. Durable plastics hold up under active play.
- Stage progression: Mobile for newborn sleep. Playmat for tummy time. Activity gym once reaching begins. Developmental toys from 6 months. Active toys from 18 months.
- Mobile removal: Remove cot mobiles once your baby can push up on hands and knees, typically from around 5 months.
- Storage: Most playmats fold for storage. Activity gyms detach toys for travel.
Quick Age Reference
| Product Type | Age Range | Best For | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby mobile | Newborn to 5 months | Visual stimulation, sleep settling | $23.70 |
| Activity gym | Newborn to 12 months | Tummy time, motor skills | $85.49 |
| Active / outdoor toy | 18 months to 8 years | Coordination, physical play | $12.99 |
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Complete the Nursery
Pair Play Time With the Rest of the Nursery
Once play time gear is sorted, pair it with a cot or bassinet for sleep and add baby essentials to round out the nursery. For outdoor play, an active toy range covers the next stage as your child grows.
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Shopica is a Sydney-based, family-owned homeware, décor and furniture store founded by Eliane El Khoury. What started as a passion for beautiful, considered interiors has grown into a trusted destination for Australians who care about how their home looks and feels. We curate cushions, floor lamps, mirrors, bedside tables, dining tables, outdoor furniture and decorative pieces chosen specifically for Australian homes. Every piece is held to the same standard we would demand for our own. We do not stock products simply because they are popular. We stock them because they are well made, beautifully designed and worth every dollar.
Our Sydney-based team understands how Australian homes are lived in. The open plan living and dining spaces that define modern Australian architecture. The need for furniture that is beautiful on the weekend and durable through the week. The importance of getting the details right, from the cushion on the sofa to the lamp beside the bed. We source every product with all of this in mind.
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