Push Walker Toys

Infant push walkers are designed to help babies develop motor skills by promoting balance and coordination. Unlike sit-in walker toys, they encourage babies to stand and bear weight on their legs, enhancing walking skills by supporting natural movement patterns.

While both of these types of walker toys are technically push walkers and encourage mobility, activity walkers often feature interactive elements like shapes, sounds, and toys that engage babies' senses and fine motor skills. These additions make activity walkers dual-purpose and ideal for multi-functional play while aiding in walking development.

Babies typically start using push walkers from around 9 to 12 months when they begin pulling up to stand. Each child’s readiness can vary, so monitor your baby's physical development for signs they are ready for walker toys.

Babies showing signs of readiness will begin standing with support, cruising along furniture, or attempting independent steps. Beginners should use sturdy, weight-bearing walker toys that provide stability to support early steps safely.

While activity walkers encourage motor skills and balance, they don't necessarily speed up walking milestones. Babies naturally develop these skills at their own pace, but push walker toys are a fun way to encourage practice and build confidence in walking skills.

Look for stable frames, non-slip wheels, and speed control options. Walker toys with rubber wheels or wheel-locking mechanisms prevent slipping and can be used safely on various surfaces.  Always check product descriptions for these features and supervise play to prevent sliding on smooth surfaces.