10 Best Pool Toys For Newborn Swimmers

Finding the right pool toy for babies can be tricky, as they may not be old enough or interested enough to play with most toys. However, below is a narrowed down list of suitable toys that will please even the fussiest of baby swimmers aged three months and above.

Baby Spring Float with Canopy – SwimWays

It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the water, especially when you have the right floatie in tow. This one from SwimWays is designed for both baby and parents to have an enjoyable and relaxing time in the pool. With a comfortable fabric seat, a 3-point safety harness, and sun canopy your baby is fully secured for an enjoyable float. For peace of mind, the floatie also comes with built-in handles for parents to hold on at all times. Also included in the box is a carry case, making it easy and convenient to travel with.

Toy Boat with Squirting Toys and Hidden Storage – B. toys by Battat

One of the caveats of owning many toys is keeping track of its whereabouts, especially when taking care of a newborn. Getting toys that also work as its own storage compartment may make life a little easier. For instance, this toy boat is great for your baby to play with in the water. It’s good for scooping up water and pouring it out from the spout, making it a perfect toy for the pool, bath or beach. However, it’s also got a hidden compartment under its hull that stores even more water toys. These little squirting buddies are easy to grab and squeeze even for the littlest of hands.

Monkey Floatie – Jasonwell

For babies that are ready to really learn how to swim, it pays to get a floatie that supports them being in a swimming position. For example, this floatie with an adorable monkey print holds the baby towards their stomach rather than a straight sitting position. This way, they’re free to move their arms and paddle their feet to get a feel for what it’s like to swim. With safety straps and double air chambers, your baby is safe to give swimming a go. The floatie is also designed with a raised front to keep the baby’s face out of the water, as well as wide sides to prevent the floatie from capsizing. They’ll become great swimmers in no time!

Baby Blocks with Water Squirties – Elf Lab

For something a little bit unconventional for water toys, take a look at these building blocks. Unlike normal building blocks, these ones can be played in the bath or pool. Each pack comes with 12 pieces of soft blocks and three animal squirt toys. They’re soft and squeezable, making them the perfect early learning toys or teethers! Each block is also embossed differently – some with numbers, animals, and vegetables. Made with silicone material, the blocks and squirt toys are safe to use and easy to clean to prevent mold.

Bath Bobbers – Munchkin

You can’t go wrong with getting cute toys to accompany your baby in the bath or pool. It’s even better when they’re lightweight and buoyant, so they’ll never tire out from playing with them! This bath bobbers set from Munchkin includes a polar bear and penguin toy that are small enough for little hands to play with. What’s more, they’re sure to help develop motor skills.

Kiddie Pool and Bathmat – SwimSchool

Sometimes your bub may not be feeling up for a swim, but a splash mat might just be the solution to cool off during the hot summers. With a colorful printed design, it’ll definitely grab their attention. This baby splash mat from SwimSchool comes with a detachable canopy that is UPF 50, so your child is protected from the sun’s harsh UV rays. There’s also a built-in backrest for support, making it comfy when it comes to playing with the included stackable toys.

Little Squirts Toys – Nuby

Take the time to encourage imaginative play while in the bath or pool using toys that they’ll love. Water-squirting toys are the most popular, as it helps develop hand-eye coordination and motor skills when they hold and squeeze them. This pack of 10 little squirt toys from Nuby is perfect for babies 6 months and above – they’re brightly colored, BPA free, and sizeable for little hands.

Light Up and Sprinkler Whale – HLXY Store

Treat your little one to this water-squirting, colorful light-up whale toy. Simply pop batteries in and the whale will start flashing with colors and spray jets of water from its spout as soon as you put it on water. Keep your bub entertained as long as the whale stays in water – as it’s fully automatic, there’s no need to keep turning it on. Despite requiring batteries, the toy remains safe for babies. It’s also made out of high-quality ABS material, which is non-toxic, odorless, and eco-friendly. A good toy to keep babies distracted if they’re not having as much fun in the water!

Chicken Egg Sprinkler – B bangcool

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? With this cute toy, it doesn’t really matter. What appears to be a seemingly normal egg actually contains a chicken that squirts water! The eggshell can also play with water: drop it in the pool or bath, then pick it up once it floats to see water flow out like rain. This fun bath or pool companion is sure to make any baby look forward to their next time in the water.

Wind-Up Penguin – Munchkin

Here’s a toy that can teach a few tricks! Start teaching your baby the idea of buoyancy with this cute pink (or blue) penguin. It even has swimming goggles! By winding up the penguin, it will use its finds to swim through the water. It’s also the perfect size for parents to put in their bags for trips to the beach or pool. It’s bright pink or blue color is hard to miss as well in case it ever gets misplaced.