Vulli Sophie la Girafe

My husband gave me a strange look when I announced that I bought an almost $20 squeak toy, but after having this for six (6) months he now understands that it was worth it! The product description of this toy seems a little whimsical when it describes how it is a toy for all the senses; however, I am 100% sold. Besides the smell (it doesn't really seem to have a scent), I would argue that this one toy does entice my baby's sense of sight, touch, taste, and hearing. Summary of the PROS: - Color, I like that this toy is not obnoxiously bright blue, pink, green, yellow and orange! Every other toy is an eyesore. - The squeak is slightly annoying (like any squeak toy) but it really does make my baby smile when we are out and he gets fussy - The rubber is soft enough that my baby can chew on it without injuring himself and not too soft to puncture (the chewing sound does make a rubbing rubber sound that makes me cringe, but baby loves it). - The "small" parts, I like that the legs, neck and head are small enough for my baby to grab and chew on without being too small. CONS: - Slightly expensive, but worth it in my opinion. - Another mom friend said that the squeak sounds similar to that of her dog's toys so the dog likes to play with this too. Having two (2) dogs that love squeak toys I am amazed that my dogs have not touched this toy. - I wish there were real instructions (not just vague information on the box) concerning cleaning. If the squeaker gets wet it sounds like Sophie has a serious cold for a few days until it dries. Along with this I am also potentially concerned about mold or anything growing inside - no worries yet but I can see how this may occur. It may sound strange that all of my PROS seemed to have CONS attached, but I would like to be clear - I would buy this product again and I would highly recommend this product to anyone with an infant.

I honestly think that the first thing that caught my eye while reading the reviews was the review where a Dad was taping on You tube his reviews of USED Sophies. Ok...that's just disgusting and knowing that it is a teething toy and will be going into your child, grandchild, niece, nephew, friends or whomever's mouth - SHOULD YOU PURCHASE IT USED??? That being said, I have purchased a NEW Sophie for every one of my grand kids. I didn't want it being handed down to siblings because its a teething toy and will be going into their mouths to help ease teething pain. The other reason, is because even at older ages (almost 2) and getting those pesky molars, they were still using it. They even knew which one belonged to whom! I'm also not naive enough to think that these aren't dirty inside of them. Especially when I realized that Sophie has an opening for moisture to enter. When you think about it, what about all of those tub toys that are submerged and the child picks them up to play and learns that if you squeeze them the water (sometimes very dirty water) comes out of them. What do you think is growing in them? Yet, I don't hear the big hullabaloo over bath toys that people are making over Sophie. Please don't be foolish enough to think that the dirty water isn't finding it's way into their mouth. I've seen one of my grandchildren use it like a drinking fountain! Needless to say, those types of bath toys are not purchased by this grandmother any more and if I catch any of them using it like a drinking fountain, it immediately goes into the garbage. When I really started reading all of the information about the mold growing inside of the Sophie, I think that part of the reason I was so upset, was because it was happening in a toy that my grandchildren LOVE to this day. When they were teething, it never was far from their side. I feel like someone has punched me in the gut! I've been duped! How could this happen to a toy that we all loved so much and did what it was supposed to do...calm our teething children or grandchildren of horrible teething pain. I just feel a little betrayed and yes, I'll be honest; angry at myself for not thinking this could happen to a toy that is in the mouths of our children where moisture can enter the little hole that is in place for the squeak. As a possible solution, because you shouldn't complain, unless you have a possible solution; why don't we take the squeak out?! Our kids don't need to appear as if they are playing with a dog toy. Removing the hole and corresponding squeak, may solve both of the problems - no allowance of moisture to get inside poor Sophie, and no squeak to make our kids look like they are playing with something we purchased in the pet aisle! I love Sophie and my grandchildren love(d) Sophie. It did what it was supposed to do and it did it very well. That's why I have given her 5 Stars. They were also REAL. No fake ones here and I can honestly say that I have never purchased anything from Amazon without doing my due diligence. We can't see what we are purchasing, or smell it, taste it or touch it. Its the very least we should do and I'm not slamming Amazon. I buy from them on a regular basis and love them. I truly put this "blame" on my shoulders. I'm an intelligent person. I should've realized that this could happen just based on the comparison to the tub toys alone. I truly hope that Sophie manufacturers can find a way to fix the issue because it really is a great product.

After 3 years of Sophie ownership, I finally feel pretty qualified to give an accurate review. Right out of the box I fell in love with it, but my son did not. I attribute this to him being a little too young (2 months old). When he hit the teething stage though, he wanted nothing but Sophie. She is very soft which I think helped contribute to his favoritism (along with the rewarding squeak she makes). She reminds me of the vintage toys of my mom's I used to play with when I was growing up. I read some reviews about people's children chewing right through this. Unless you have a little vampire, I can't see how this is possible. Granted, the material is thin but ours has held up all of this time. I also read a review about its legs being a choking hazard. As with any toy you need to always supervise your young child. There is no way your child is going to choke on this thing if you are there to supervise. The legs that stick out are attached to a GIANT body that you can pull away from your infant/toddler quickly and guess what? When you pull on the body, the legs come with it. My son is now over 3 years old and Sophie is still his favorite toy. She has enjoyed family vacations, joined us at the dinner table (putting in more than her share of high chair time), endured a hospital visit, gone to the beach, played in the sand, gone camping, to sleep-overs, is a must-have at bedtime and she is still going strong. Most of her spots have faded/disappeared now which is no wonder considering all she has been through and that the dye used is natural. She has payed for herself a million times over and I wouldn't hesitate to purchase her again. $18 is nothing compared to the excellent companionship she has given for years. One note of advice if you want the squeaker to last.....be very careful not to get water into the squeaker when you are cleaning it. If you do, let it dry thoroughly before letting your little one play with it. Ours still works, but I can see where the squeaker would get ruined if you get too much water in it. I guess your happiness with Sophie will depend on: 1) your expectations of it and 2) your child's feelings towards it. I can't guarantee that your child is going to take to Sophie like mine did. Because of all the hype with this toy, please do not expect it to be the be-all-end-all in children's playthings. Take it at face value. It's an adorable squeaky giraffe with a big smile on her face. Do not expect it to "babysit" your child or stun them with too many lights and loud noises. It doesn't require batteries, just imagination. Something kids today could probably use more of.

It is a well-loved teething toy that ticks all the boxes for ease of cleaning, holding, portability, size, and teething relief. The texture is soft and rubber for babies sore gums, helps with discomfort, and helps with soothing. The design of the giraffe is easy to hold for babies, the baby can hold it a couple different ways.

Yes, I am essentially writing a love letter to a rubber squeaky Giraffe. There are a few things my baby and I use everyday, and would be a little lost without. Sophie is one of those things. I am a new mom, and one of those people that has to read every review and weight out all of the pros and cons, so I knew what to expect from Sophie before we received her. The Cons: She is basically a dog toy. Some people were concerned she might be a choking hazard(?). The squeaker stops working if you get it wet. She smells like natural rubber. Some children are not interested in her. Sometimes the spots can start to wear off. She is not cheap. This toy has been on the market for over 50 years and is considered safe, so that addresses the possible choking hazard issue, and the other complaints are open to individual interpretation. Despite the price tag we decided to give Sophie a chance. I am so glad we did. So now here is the love letter part. Dear Sophie, We love you, you french vixen! The first day I took you out of the box and washed you(keeping a finger over the squeaker!), I found that you were constructed better than expected. Sturdy, durable, slightly textured, soft rubber. You are BPA, PVC, and Phthalate free. SAFE!!! Your spots and large eyes were very attractive! Your rubber smell was definitely noticeable, but it wasn't a bad smell, its kind of sweet. I actually liked it(the smell has faded)and my son seems to like it too. I showed you to my three month old, and gave you a squeak. The rest is history. His face lit up with immediate interest. His other teething toys are heavy, hard to hold onto, and frustrating because he can't get them all the way into his mouth for a really satisfying chew. You Sophie however, are light weight, flexible, and have a nice shape making you easy to hold on to. My son can chew on your soft legs and head for hours without hurting his sensitive little gums. He easily passes you from hand to hand, and actively works to pick you up once he has droped you. You are also the only toy he can squeak on his own, making you even more appealing. What's not to love? When my son is given a choice between toys you win out every time, and are never more than a few feet away. You are easy to clean(a wet cloth or wipe is all it takes), durable, and highly entertaining. On more than one occasion in public(several restaurants, 2 holidays at the in-laws, a movie theater, the Borders Cafe last night, ect., ect., ect.) a level ten melt down has been avoided by your sudden appearance and friendly squeak. In fact we just purchased a back up so you can be at home and in the diaper bag, because we would be in trouble if we lost you. Thanks for being so great Sophie, and looking forward to many more adventures together. <3 <3 <3

I was blown away at the number of reviews Sophie has, and decided to give her a try. Yes, she's pricey for what's essentially a baby chew toy. Yes, she's made of rubber & squeaks, and could easily be mistaken for a dog toy. Yes, she lives up to the hype! I got Sophie when my daughter was about 3 months old. I took her out of the package, washed her according to the directions, and handed her off to baby. Who, no joke, IMMEDIATELY grabbed on and shoved Sophie in her mouth! I think it was love at first sight. Now at over 6 months old Sophie is still baby's favorite toy. I don't know if it's her smell, her paint job, or if it's just magic, but if baby could talk I'm pretty sure she would tell me that Sophie is her best friend!! I was so impressed I got one for a friend's baby, who had the same excited reaction and her own new best friend! Many reviewers say that Sophie poses a choking hazard. I suppose baby might gag on the legs if they went too far in the mouth, but fortunately that's not happened to us. Many things a baby comes in contact with could be hazardous if the child is left unattended. I don't think this toy is any more hazardous than any other toy in baby's toy box. Overall, Sophie is great for teething and has many fun spots to chew on. Easy to clean & small enough to throw in the diaper bag. I HIGHLY recommend this toy, it's totally worth the money!

My initial thought was that it seems like an overpriced dog toy, but I was proven wrong. It really is great! I was hesitant to buy it because of the price, but I'm pretty sure this is the only teether we will ever need. It's well worth it to me to buy one good quality one rather than buying multiple cheap, plastic ones. Like others have said, it is the perfect size and shape for little hands to grab, and it's wonderful for teething (I'll admit, I even tested it out by gnawing on a leg and I can see why a baby would like it so much). Our 6 month old has been enjoying Sophie daily for the past 2 months. If we surround her with toys, she almost always goes straight for Sophie. It's the perfect toy to keep in the diaper bag, and I love that it's small and quiet so it can keep her occupied in waiting rooms, etc. without being obnoxious. We really love Sophie! The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I am slightly concerned about the length of the legs. I have heard my daughter gag a little and looked over to see her with Sophie's leg halfway down her throat, so I never leave her unattended with it. I'm not trying to scare anyone, and she gags herself with her own hands too, so maybe I just have a weird child. But regardless I never leave her alone with Sophie, even if I am just going to the bathroom. I don't give it to her in the car either since I can't see what she's doing with her every second. But as long as I am right there with her, which I am 99% of the time, this is the perfect toy and worth every dollar. This will probably be something I buy for friends' baby showers in the future.

Super durable and oh so cute for baby shower!

ho acquistato questo prodotto poiché cercavo qualcosa di specifico per la dentizione..e questo è il migliore della sua categoria, che dire, subito, vista in foto questa giraffa non mi sembrava un granché (esteticamente parlando), ma poi appena arrivata ho dovuto ricredermi, dal vivo è molto più bella e si vede che è di ottima fattura !! La mia bimba di 4 mesi, che al momento interagiva solo con giochi di stoffa, ha gradito molto e riesce ad afferrarla bene e portarla alla bocca , lei si diverte e ne è incuriosita ed io sono tranquilla poiché so che ci può giocare in tutta sicurezza! Anche la spedizione è stata ottima come sempre !! voto : 5 stelle !!

Sehr beliebtes Baby Kau- und Lutsch-Spielzeug Ich habe es schon oft verschenkt

My daughter is obsessed with this teething toy. In fact so are all her friends. It’s a must have for teething babes. Just be cautious when cleaning that you do not get any water on the inside as to avoid any problem with mould. I never had any concern!

Excelente regalo para los niños

Cuando recibí la jirafa lo primero que pensé fue .... parece un juguete para un perro!! tanto dinero para esto? Pero ahora mismo estoy super contenta con mi compra, tengo un bebé de 4 meses y es sin duda su juguete favorito, se pasa largos ratos jugando, apretando para que haga ruido y mordiendo la jirafa, al ser ligero y tener las patas largas resulta muy fácil para poder agarrar, no huele a plástic y es totalmente seguro ... todo favorable y precio razonable en relación a la calidad . Sin duda volvería a comprarlo!