# Tactile Teething Toys Fat Brain Toys' pipSquigz Figurines Create a Sensory Experience for Kids By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-09-15 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teething-toy References: [fatbraintoys](https://www.fatbraintoys.com/toy_companies/fat_brain_toy_co/pipsquigz.cfm) These pipSquigz teething toys are tactile and vibrantly hued. The products from Fat Brain Toys ignite a child's senses and let them explore textures, shapes and sounds. Each ribbed, rubber product is ideal for babies who are teething and will make a variety of sounds when pressed. Resembling abstract shapes -- displayed in neon yellow, blue and bright pink -- Fat Brain Toys' [tactile products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensory-balls) will appeal to the infant who loves discovering new things. The teething toys are unlike traditional products on the market and are inspired by modern are that boasts a sensory appeal. Priced at a $20 rate, this [squeezable toy set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gel-stress-ball) features three pieces that each vary from one another. While the set's blue teether boasts a happy face, its yellow toy features suction cups that stick to different surfaces easily. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Babies](https://www.trendhunter.com/babies) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Tactile Teething Toys:** Opportunity for creating innovative teething toys that provide a sensory experience for babies. - **Explorative Design:** Opportunity for developing abstract and vibrant shapes in children's toys to stimulate sensory exploration. - **Sensory Appeal:** Opportunity for incorporating sensory features into baby products to enhance their tactile experience. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Potential for toy manufacturers to create unique and engaging teething toys that cater to sensory exploration. - **Baby Products:** Opportunity for baby product manufacturers to incorporate tactile features into their designs, providing a sensory experience for babies. - **Design and Art:** Potential for designers and artists to collaborate on creating innovative and visually appealing teething toys with a sensory appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Poppable Sensory Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dimpl-pops-deluxe.md) - [Developmental Bath Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bath-toy-collection.md) - [Furry Fidget Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furry-fidget-friends.md) - [Gamer-Themed Baby Teethers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babyglitch.md) - [Animal-Inspired Sensory Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spike-the-fine-motor-hedgehog-fidget-friend.md) - [Smart Sensory Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peel-play.md) - [Smart Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-fidget-toy.md) - [Sense Development Toy Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babys-first-shapes-senses-teacher.md) - [Baby-Focused Learning Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matchstick-monkey.md)