You never think about your floors as much as you do the day your baby starts trying to crawl. Then, the need for a clean, soft spot as they move from tummy time to sitting up becomes a real focus.

A lot of baby gear can be garish — bright colors and eye-popping designs stimulate a child’s development but might not fit your more subdued home aesthetic. Baby play mats, with their large surface ...

A baby’s first year is a period of remarkable development, with little ones growing and learning new skills at a dizzying pace. One of the few toy purchases that will last through these first 12 ...