How to choose safe, developmentally appropriate toys for kids

As the holiday toy season approaches, Consumer Reports emphasizes the importance of selecting safe and developmentally appropriate toys for children. Their guide suggests choosing quality over quantity, especially as tariffs impact prices on baby gear and essentials. Recommendations include play gyms for infants, stacking toys for one-year-olds, problem-solving toys for toddlers, and STEM toys for four-year-olds. All toys for children under twelve should be CPSC certified, and packaging should indicate the appropriate age range.