Play mat

My living room has carpet but I’m wondering if getting a large play mat would be better for baby to play on?

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I did and have no regrets. It saves the carpet from getting more dirty. It makes it more coushoning for the baby.

We had one and we used it, but tbh a blanket could do. Once they start crawling, it becomes one of the many things you need to store/donate.

My son is 10 months and nearly walking but we still use his playmat daily for messy play and a designated play area in the lounge -best baby product we’ve bought so far!

I think if it’s for messy play or something then it’s a nice idea however when it comes to then crawling and walking then the carpet is better for grip

My sons bedroom has carpet in it, so we got him a blue fluffy carpet and he likes playing on that.

Not exactly. Maybe just a small one to lay them on that has toys. But you don’t need a big Mat just to let them play on

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