This was a miracle worker when my baby was teething. We would give this to her in the store etc . . and it immediately calmed her. The texture is very smooth, rubbery soft and very durable. The price is higher than I would normally want to purchase an item since they only use it for a few months but it is very worth it considering the teething stage is very hard! Great size and able to grib for a baby's small hands. It squeaks as well so will also entertain.