The 13 Sweetest, Chicest Baby Play Mats
Tummy time, but make it chic. Baby play mats serve a vital role in a little one’s developmental growth, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be cute too. After all, they’re going to take up plenty of real estate in your living room or play space. We’ve curated an assortment that will encourage your child to practice motor skills in a safe place and hang out in style—think sweet motifs, travel-friendly details, and prints so charming you’ll want to steal them for yourself. These are the best baby play mats for a great-looking activity center that won’t compromise your home decor.
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Blabla Kids Leafpad Play Mat
The leaf shape of this floor mat brings a touch of nature to tummy time—and it looks just as good on a carpet indoors as it does frolicking in the grass en plein air. Available in a variety of bright colors, these Peruvian cotton mats are the perfect place for peekaboo.
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Floral Stripe Tummy Time Mat
Nell Diamond, the purveyor of the Instagram-famous Nap Dress, is also a mom of three who knows what babies want: a non-toxic play mat in the shape of a heart with a print that’s both sweet and chic. Kid tested, parent approved.
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Dakota Woodland Muslin Travel Play Mat
Into the woods we go. This charming mat features woodland creatures atop an organic cotton pad. Handles affixed to the underside assure it can go the distance when rolled up.
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E&E Teepees Play Mat
Hand-tufted in a sophisticated stripe pattern, this square play mat is inspired by Turkish mattresses and ethically handmade by a female-founded business that employs refugee women to work inside their homes. Beyond that, a portion of every product purchased goes to an early literacy program that helps children in need.
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Toki Mats Grid Playmat With Classic Insert
You won’t have to worry about gridlock with this extra-large “mega” baby activity mat featuring a timeless check pattern. Plus, the modular design allows you to remove the cover and switch it up. It also comes complete with loops for toys or pacifiers, making it the perfect companion for both play activity and rest time.
