My son always had dolls and his favourite toy is a doll's house.
Well, hair would be best, but perhaps an article of clothing, a favourite toy.
"You've been carrying that staff everywhere like it's a favourite toy."
Move up to serious distractions (his favourite toys or food).
With plenty they can actually get their hands on all the children find a favourite toy.
I used to look after him while he played with his favourite toys.
My 3 year old nephews favourite toy is a wooden kitchen set, painted red, blue, yellow and green.
Steppings has surrounded her hospital bed with family photographs, and favourite toys.
Leave safe, favourite soft toys in your child's bed for company.
Take along some favourite toys or a book so that your child has something to play with in the waiting room.