VTech Baby Calming Purrs Kitten, Soft, Soothing Kitten with 3 Modes of Play, Nature Sounds, Purring & Breating Motion, Interactive Toy, Gift for Babies 0, 3, 6, 12 months +, English version

I know this is aimed at babies but I bought this for my elderly mother who has dementia, and she is in love with it! Have looked at similar toys for a while but chose this one as she always loved cats and Vtech is a trusted brand. Not to mention it looks so cute! It is a bit pricey, but for all the different functions it has I'd say it's worth it. Only had it a few days and it's already an essential part of her routine, really helps her settle and calm down when she is stressed. She is mesmerised by the cat's movement and lights, and it's fur is so soft to touch. She likes to sit with it on her lap and feel the movement of the head and tummy, like it's a real live pet moving in her lap, I think it reminds her of her cats that used to fall asleep on her. Great that volume is adjustable so it's not too loud so won't disturb others, her favourite is the nature sounds which I almost found myself drifting off to! I can imagine it being just as soothing for a baby as well as anyone with special needs or even anxiety/insomnia. Bare in mind the motor is quite loud which doesn't bother mum, but might not be good for a baby or kid trying to sleep. However you can turn the movement off and I think mum quite enjoys the sort of white noise the motor makes. 5 stars!

The media could not be loaded. This is a review of the VTech Baby Calming Purrs Kitten.This is a cute and unusual baby toy, and would make a nice gift for someone with a new baby. In terms of it being suitable to sooth a baby’s sleep I am not so sure.When it arrives, the toy is in demonstration mode, so that you can push the buttons on the front and see what happens. In this mode, it is at full volume (presumably so that you can hear it in a noisy shop). Once you take it out of the packaging, you switch it off to stop the demo mode, put some decent batteries in (3 x AA) and you are good to go.Surprisingly, there are no operating instructions. From what I have figured out, there are three modes selectable from the on/off switch: 1. Music with cat breathing and purring, 2. Nature sounds, and 3. Music (cat doesn’t breathe or purr in modes 2 & 3). The other buttons allow you to change the volume, turn the light function on & off, and start whatever mode you have selected (same as pressing the moon on the cat’s tummy). Pressing the star on the cat’s tummy starts a timer (15, 30 or 45 minutes). In all these modes the cat’s head randomly turns from side to side.I think a baby or toddler is likely to be fascinated by this as a toy when wide awake, but in terms of helping them to fall asleep and stay asleep, there are things that I think would not help. The movement of the cat’s head is quite sudden and almost violent. I think this would disturb a sleeping child if they are in contact with it. Also, some of the sleep sounds are (to me), not exactly sleep inducing. For example, the sudden hooting of an owl is quite scary, and other sounds just don’t seem appropriate for a baby (e.g. crackling fire, arctic wind with dogs barking in the distance, waves crashing on a beach). The sounds change randomly so you can’t select or block any of them.If I was using this with a baby, I think I’d stick to the music, and place it near to them but not actually in the cot, and definitely not in contact with them.

This soft, soothing kitten is perfect for babies from birth onwards. It features three modes of play, including nature sounds, purring, and breathing motion, to help calm and comfort your little one. It's an excellent interactive toy and a thoughtful gift.

My 2 year old is obsessed with this purring kitten and has christened him 'Catty'!It's VTech so you know it's going to be great quality, but the attention to detail on Catty is just lovely. Firstly its fur is so soft and the fabric on the inner ears, tail, and whiskers is very tactile. Secondly, the movements are very engaging - its chest rises and falls, head turns and nose twitches along with the purring sounds.The settings are adjustable and the buttons are located just inside the velcro strip at the rear. You can switch between music and nature sounds, turn the lights on and off, and the motion on and off to just have purring sounds - this might be best if your child is trying to fall asleep as the motion motor is a little loud. There is also (crucially) volume control! Parents who have experience with these kinds of interactive toys will know there are usually only 2 volume settings - loud and very loud - however, Catty has up and down volume controls that go from a bit loud down to very very quiet, ideal for getting little ones to sleep.We've had Catty for just over a week and it's been played with a considerable amount and the demo batteries are now almost used up and ready for a new set of 4 x AA. I can't comment on how well it soothes a baby to sleep but it's quickly become an integral part of bedtime for my 2 year old.

This very cute a cuddly kitten is quite large. It comes well presented although I'd have preferred it to have been in enclosed packaging rather than an open presentation box. It is certainly very huggable and the gentle movements it makes along with the assortment of sounds from purr to lullaby is very impressive. I really like it and I hope when the time comes for my daughter new born to be able to hold him (the kitten) he will pacify and assure her. Its lovely and the only reason for 4 stars rather than 5 is that it's maybe quite a strong price at £34.99. If you see it for less, its 5 stars!

I recently received this Baby Calming Purrs Kitten for my baby, and it has quickly become a favorite! This soft and soothing kitten features three modes of play, including calming nature sounds and gentle purring, which really helps to create a relaxing environment. The breathing motion adds a realistic touch that my little one finds comforting. It’s perfect for babies from 0 to 12 months, making it a versatile gift as they grow. The quality is excellent, and it’s easy to clean, which is a bonus for busy parents. Overall, I highly recommend this interactive toy for anyone looking to provide comfort and entertainment for their baby.