Play by month

Pick your baby’s age to see what’s developing and the toys that suit the stage.

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11 months (11–12 months)

Pre-walking is in full swing — cruising fast and maybe a few steps. Baby imitates everyday actions, points to what they want, and enjoys picture books and pretend play.

Wake window3.5–4 hours

Milestones to watch

  • Takes steps holding hands / cruising fast
  • Points to request
  • Imitates household actions
  • Says first words

Play tips

  • A sturdy push walker supports first steps.
  • Read sturdy board books together daily.
  • Model simple pretend (feeding a doll).

Recommended for 11 months

Walking prep

Sit-to-stand push walker

🛒 Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Puppy Walker

Gives confidence and stability for first steps.

💡 Choose a weighted base so it won’t tip.

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Language & pretend

Board books

🛒 Indestructibles: Things That Go

Builds vocabulary at the peak word-learning stage.

💡 Point and name pictures.

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Cutting-fruit / pretend food

🛒 Melissa & Doug Cutting Fruit Set

Early pretend play builds imagination.

💡 Model "cutting" and sharing.

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Bebezon provides general information for parents and is not medical advice. Developmental ranges vary widely — always consult your pediatrician.