Shake It Up: Here Are The Best Rattles For Your Little

This trio of fun animal figures might not look like a standard baby rattle, but that’s what makes them such a hit. Even the bigger kids enjoy playing with them. They, of course, make a rattle noise when shaken, all come in bright colors and are the perfect size for tiny hands to hold. 

This is the ultimate baby rattle set. It comes with 10 environmentally-friendly, heat-resistant toys that are non-toxic, BPA-free and totally odorless (no funny smell). They each make a rattle noise when shaken and are super easy for parents to clean. They’re great for taking with you on the go for car seat and/or stroller play. 

This is one of the best developmental toys for small babies. The company, Manhattan Toy, has been cranking out educational and entertaining baby toys like this one that keeps their attention for so long and is teething-friendly. This one makes a very faint rattle sound, but that is ideal for many parents who can’t deal with the noise for too long. 

The best part about this rattle is that it doubles as a teething ring—something that comes in handy for months and even years on end. Also, for its small size, this baby rattle does a lot of different things. It has tiny beads that move along the ring inside when your baby shakes it, colorful smaller rings that clink together upon movement and plenty of contrast colors. 

Designed by early childhood experts, this patented educational rattle lights up in red, blue and green to promote visual stimulation. It’s the perfect size for hand holding for babies 0 months and up and makes a soft rattle sound that babies love. It’s free of BPA, PVC, phthalates and lead. 

This set of 8 toys serve as a great first rattle for your baby that will last her well into her second year of life. It’s fun, entertaining and educational. It’s also environmentally friendly, heat-resistant and non-toxic. It makes a great shower gift or a gift for a new baby. 

This easy-to-grasp baby rattle has all sorts of cool features. It lights up, plays 20+ songs, melodies and phrases and has fun buttons for your baby to press. It’s a huge hit with young babies and toddlers alike, so you know this is a toy that you’ll get your money’s worth out of. 

Maracas are a time-honored toy that babies love to play with. They rattle, of course, and make fun music that your whole family can enjoy. They’re perfectly sized for tiny hands and help boost your baby’s gross motor skills.

This developmental toy is also a Manhattan Toy classic, but it’s unique in the sense that it’s heirloom quality, made from wood that’s been sanded down and is totally safe for your baby to put his mouth on. It’s covered with water-based acrylics that are teething safe. 

Love the look and feel of a classic wooden baby rattle? It’s easy to understand why once you’ve felt and looked at one. This one is made from wood that is sanded to perfection and then sealed with a mixture of organic coconut oil and beeswax, so you know it’s 100 percent non-toxic (no paints, dyes or sealers) and is safe for your little one. 

If you’re looking for a baby rattle that’s Instagram-friendly and will pass the test of time, consider this durable one that’ll make it through all of your kids. It’s made from maple wood that’s been finished with organic beeswax and flaxseed oil, so it’s organic and natural. 

These wooden teethers also double as baby rattles. They’re made from imported beech wood that’s smooth and non-toxic. They’re free of BPA, PVC, lead, phthalate and all of the other stuff you shouldn’t have to worry about lurking in your baby’s toys anyway.