If you're like a lot of new stay-at-home moms, you probably spend a good portion of the day trying to keep your baby entertained with the same old toys in the same rooms as you did every other day. You're not the only one who becomes bored with the routine. Babies get bored too. That toy that was brand new 3 days ago has lost its thrill, and you're at a loss as to how to keep your child interested in his/her toys and away from the things he shouldn't be playing with- dog toys, magazines, etc...
Outings
But where can you take a baby? They can't do anything. A trip to the park or playground might seem pointless as your little one is too small for the slide and monkey bars. Even if your baby can't play on any of the equipment, he or she will probably get a big kick out of watching the other children running around, screaming, and playing.
Walking is a fantastic way to not only burn calories, but also entertain your bundle of joy. Front baby carriers such as this one and wraps/slings like the Moby wrap work wonderfully for small infants. Framed backpack style carriers are great for older babies who will enjoy the bird's eye view that they have from these. Make sure to dress your baby appropriately for the weather- including a hat and sunscreen. If you're out of shape, walking is a good way to get back into shape. Just start with short distances, and you'll learn to enjoy the time you spend with baby enjoying nature together.
Making the Most of Toys
Obviously, you can't buy your baby new toys every time he/she loses interest in the current selection. What you can do, however, is keep things fresh. Make use of a toy chest 
or closet space to put his/her toys on a rotating basis. When boredom sets in, hide the old toys and bring out some toys from storage that he/she hasn't seen in awhile. Although, they aren't brand new, they are exciting as little one hasn't seen them in a few weeks. I keep about two or three fun electronic toys in my son's toy chest, giving him only one at a time. This toy is in addition to the smaller toys (blocks, balls, cars, and trucks) that he gets to play with every day. I change out the exciting toy once per week or so, and it keeps him more entertained than if he had access to all of them all of the time.
or closet space to put his/her toys on a rotating basis. When boredom sets in, hide the old toys and bring out some toys from storage that he/she hasn't seen in awhile. Although, they aren't brand new, they are exciting as little one hasn't seen them in a few weeks. I keep about two or three fun electronic toys in my son's toy chest, giving him only one at a time. This toy is in addition to the smaller toys (blocks, balls, cars, and trucks) that he gets to play with every day. I change out the exciting toy once per week or so, and it keeps him more entertained than if he had access to all of them all of the time.
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