Manhattan Toy Winkel Rattle and Sensory Teether Toy, 1 - Pack

Like all gullible new parents we went ahead and purchased all the highly recommended toys that our boy would "never tire of playing with". As you might expect, he is generally indifferent about most of these 'best' baby toys. But not this Winkle Rattle. Given the price, when the Rattle arrived (promptly as always) we were a little disappointed. It looked very basic and the rattling element barely registered a sound. Our son felt differently. At two-months he immediately grasped the rattle and wouldn't let go. He is six-months now and it remains the go-to toy when his mum and I need to get some chores done. It has been brilliant to watch him developing with the toy, putting it to his mouth and vigorously rattling, but also apparently studying its colours and configuration. All three of us would certainly recommend. For completeness, a practical note: the item is difficult to wipe clean, but we use our bottle brush to clean it in a washing-up bowl and then pop it into the cold water steriliser. Thus far, no signs of damage or water finding its way into the rattle.

After some months of use by my now 11 month old, I can confidently report this (along with Sophie La Giraffe) is the 'holy grail' of teething products. Why? First of all, it's interesting to look at and doesn't just resemble the hundreds of other teethers or toys out there. This keeps my little man fascinated, however long he's had it - and he's a fussy little customer, who bores of other toys quickly! The intricate weaves tube design in bright colours is instantly attractive, and the design means whichever angle he approaches from there's something to easily get in his mouth. So that's him happy but, more practically speaking, this also gets two big ticks in the 'love it' column from my point of view - firstly, we discovered it is safe to go in the dishwasher. Hallelujah! It gets so tedious wiping down toy after teether after toy, and many of his other favourites are most definitely not dishwasher-proof. This saves time and effort - much appreciated in times of sleep-deprivation (aka teething). Second 'Mummy' tick - I can take the dummy attachment off my many MAM dummy straps and instead Velcro them around this. Voila! It can now be fastened to my son / his high chair straps / car seat / buggy, meaning I'm not constantly bending down to retrieve it (awkward as I'm now expecting our second little boy)...and that we don't have to take advantage of it's suitability for the dishwasher more often than necessary! Happy baby, happy parents = great value for money. Will be used again by our second little product tester. Only negative - the 'rattle' in the muddle rarely actually rattles, right from day 1 whatever is inside has seemed to get stuck, meaning only an occasional sound. Odd, but he's not that attracted to rattles, so no big deal for us. Overall, a brilliant buy - go get one folks!

This is a great toy for a baby to learn to grasp with as they can easily grab onto any of the numerous plastic strands that loop into the middle cube. My baby was able to pick up and hold this toy long before she could do so with any other toys. It has been very cleverly designed to be perfect for little hands. She loves holding it and chewing on the rubber strands and can easily get them in her mouth. The bright colours and rattle sound in the cube all add to its interest for her. She first started using it at about 3 months old but I would say she could have started holding it even earlier if I had had it. We visited a friend who had one and I saw how she held on to it there, and that is what made me get one. She is 4 months old now and it is a firm favourite.

My son is now 14 months old. He could hold his Winkel at about 6 weeks, and was always interested in it. It has become a favorite in my family, being passed on from one baby to the next. I bought several for friends with babies. Also, it helped my niece who was born prematurely and had low muscle tone. This was really easy for her to grasp and the bright colors motivated her to reach out and hold it. Recommend this for all babies, ages 1-8 months. Wonderful toy!!! Since purchasing this, Manhattan Toy company has found a special place in my heart, home and gifts. My son LOVES all their products. They are fun, imaginative, creative, high quality and developmental. Visit their website, you will find a plethora of beautiful toys for babies, toddlers and young children!

This is a really good product, great quality and my little one loves it, however we specifically bought it for teething and only the bent part goes in to the baby’s mouth. Hence only a small portion is covered and he didn’t particularly find relief for teething purposes. Otherwise it made for a great rattle/toy.

I purchased this toy for my daughter when she was 3 months old as I thought the little loops would be easy for her to practise grasping. Although she wasn't very interested in it at first (and found it too heavy to hold) as soon as she was about 4.5 months old, and her grasping got better, it came into it's own. She loves to look at the colours and all the loops make it really easy for her to handle. It's one of the few toys which doesn't require very much precision for her to get it into her mouth which is important at the moment as she wants to put everything in her mouth but isn't coordinated enough to get most toys there easily and can get quite frustrated. She regularly plays with this while she's lying on her mat for 20 mins or so without making a sound! The little cube in the centre has a rattle in it so when she's waving it around it makes a good noise too. Overall I would say that this toy is worth investing in and I would get it when your baby is around the 4 month mark.

This was a great purchase after all! I found my baby to interact with this toy more than most other toys I have bought. There's a few reasons why: first, there are many areas the baby can grab the toy (the multiple rings). Then there is the ability for my baby to bite the rings, which is great for his teeth and gum development. Finally, there is also a rattle in the middle, which grabs his attention. I find my baby likes to fiddle and get involved with the toy more than others! Highly recommended.

Just a great toy, great to have in the bag for going out. Surprised at how long entertained baby, particularly between 7-9 months. Does take up room, but very easy to clean and great for teaching passing item between hands, very easy for baby to hold

**Oh my goodness—she LOVES it!** There are so many places for those little hands to grab, which is especially helpful because her hands haven’t quite figured out how they work yet. Hey, she’s only FOUR months old! 😂 This toy is exactly what they say it is—and then some! Colorful? Check. Easy to grip? Absolutely. Sound? Just right—not so loud that everyone in the room needs earplugs. Safe? Yep! The Manhattan Toy Winkel Rattle & Sensory Teether has quickly become a favorite. It’s fascinating watching her discover that she can actually HOLD something, shake it, chew it, and generally make it do her bidding. This is one of those simple little toys that will undoubtedly become part of those sweet memories of her very first discoveries. ❤️

Perfect toy for babies starting to discover their motor skills. It is colorful, light, easy to hold and even taste.

Mijn dochter is gek op de kleuren en probeert dit speelgoed op allerlei manieren in haar mond te stoppen.

Ideale nei primi mesi per stimolare il bambino ad afferrare, leggera e facile da prendere.

My four week old baby absolutely loves this rattle. It’s easy for him to grab and move around. The product itself is very good quality. The rattle sound us soft and not annoying! Would highly recommend as a toy for young babies.