My now 3 year old daughter has had this drum since she was about 6 months old. It is super sturdy!! She loved it then, and loves it now.  It has a very pleasant sound, even when she is banging away I usually don't mind.  It seems to bring out the rhythm from her heart!  My 7 month old son now loves it too.  We just sit him in front of it and he pats and hits away, also with rhythm.  We love this little drum, and it just dawned on me it is the perfect baby gift, especially if your friends are at all musically inclined.  The whole family will love it, and it will last for years to come. SOLID!!