play mat

Infant activity surface

A play mat is a padded or cushioned surface placed on the floor for infants and young children to lie, crawl, or play on safely.

Play mats often feature bright colors, textures, or attached toys for sensory stimulation: The baby spent tummy time on her play mat.

The term also applies to themed mats for tabletop games or toy setups.

Related

tummy time · cushion · padded · colorful · nursery · baby gym · activity center · soft · puzzle · interlocking · gym · toys · activity · blanket · portable · toddler · tiles · picnic

Categories
Opposites
purpose/activity

play matwork surface

Flat area for tasks

desk · sleeping mat · prayer mat · exercise mat · welcome mat

user age/safety

play mathard floor

concrete surface

Family

playmate, playmates

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G