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While play mats aren’t a necessary purchase, many parents will agree that a play mat is a very helpful baby buy!
Play mats provide a safe and soft play area for toddlers and babies to explore the world around them and grow.
Play mats for babies or a baby play gyms offer a range of developmental benefits as they provide a safe and soft area for babies and toddlers to explore and grow.
Play mats are also the perfect spot for bubs to hone their tummy time skills which help with healthy physical development.
With a huge range of baby play mats to choose from, we’ve rounded up a list of our favourites to help you find the right mat for your little one.
The 10 best baby play mats in Australia
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Little Wiwa® Natur Sage Cirkular Play Mat, RRP $149
Designed in Melbourne and inspired by Scandinavian aesthetics, Little Wiwa’s Cirkulär mats are crafted from non-toxic, sustainable materials.
The round size is perfect for either the playroom or nursery and the thick cushioning acts as a safety guard for Bub.
(Little Wiwa)
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BABYSTUDIO May Gibbs Playmat with Toybar, RRP $99.95
Designed to support the development of gross motor skills, the snap-on toys and soft bar toys will encourage Bub to reach and grasp and the toybar.
The soft plush mat provides a nice comfy environment for your little one to lie on.
(Image: BABYSTUDIO)
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Mikro’ Australian Blooms Play Mat, RRP $109-189.99
This pretty play mat is available in three sizes, all providing a 1.5cm thick foam cushion underlay for living rooms, nurseries and bedrooms.
The padded mat features hand painted flowers and is waterproof, non-toxic, biodegradable and scratch resistant.
(Image: Mikro)
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The Young Folk Collective Baby Play Mat. RRP $109-189
Super-soft and durable, Young Folk Collective play mats are made from thick memory foam.
The mats are waterproof and easy to clean.
Available is two sizes, small (140cm x 100cm) and large (200 cm x 140 cm).
(Image: Young Folk Collective)
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Baby Einstein Sea Floor Explorers 2-in-1 Water Mat Play Gym, RRP $69
This soft, comfortable play mat features vibrant colors and high-contrast patterns for visual stimulation.
The gym includes five sensory toys, a soft play surface, and a unique water mat to allow for portable, mess-free aquatic play.
(Image: Big W)
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Cozy Spot Reversible Duvet Activity Gym – Loamy, RRP $145
This play mat’s unique duvet design is so soft your baby will feel like they are playing on a cloud.
Featuring a beautiful gender-neutral design, including six removable activity toys and a tummy time pillow, the reversible play mat is also machine washable.
(Image: Myer)
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Living Textiles Character Playmat Koala, RRP $59.95
Amazingly soft and cuddly, this Koala play mat will make a snuggly companion for your little one at floor and tummy time.
Each playmat comes with its own carry/storage bag and character shaped gift card.
(Image: Baby Bunting)
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Adairs Baby Quilted Pretty Flora Blush Play Mat, RRP $99.99
The gorgeous quilted play mat from Adairs features Australian native flora and Australian native animals, including koalas and gallahs.
(Image: Adairs)
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Jungle Pals Play Mat, RRP $29
The Jungle Pals Play Mat is ideal for lay-and-play, tummy time, or sit-up fun.
The toy arch includes hanging toys for reaching and grasping and the soft, plush design ensures it’s a comfortable and safe play area for Bub.
(Image: Big W)
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Mocka Play Mat Blanket – Palm Tree, RRP $69.95
This large, soft mat blanket perfect for your baby to lay, play and nap on.
Suitable for newborns through to crawlers and beyond, this mat features a stylish palm tree design that will instil cool, laidback vibes into your nursery, lounge and living room.
(Image: Mocka)
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