This post contains sponsored inclusions of Little Sleepies, Melissa & Doug, Carter’s, and Petite Keep but all of the opinions within are those of The Everymom editorial board. We only recommend products we genuinely love.
The holidays and Christmas take on a whole new kind of magic when you’re experiencing them again through the eyes of your children, especially when you’re celebrating the first holiday season with your new bundle of joy and buying baby’s first Christmas gifts.
I pictured our first Christmas with my new family-of-three huddled under the twinkling lights of the tree unwrapping gifts. My husband was also looking forward to embracing some traditions from his own childhood like reading The Night Before Christmas on Christmas Eve. Meanwhile, at the time, our baby daughter was not even 3 months old and couldn’t quite absorb all of the magic we were planning to bestow on her but, looking back, it was still memorable for us.
We were also given quite a few “Baby’s First Christmas” gifts in the form of bibs, books, pajamas, and ornaments. Certainly, it’s kind and generous of family and friends to gift special keepsakes to our children, and I don’t want to leave out gratitude, especially at this time of year. But not every gift is exactly adorable or what you might choose yourself. Plus, sometimes it’s special to gift your new baby something heartfelt their parents picked out especially for them to commemorate their first holiday season. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite baby’s first Christmas gifts and keepsakes below—check out the list!
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Clothes, Accessories & Toys
Carter’s
Commemorate your little one’s very first Christmas with this cute, two-piece set from Carter’s that includes a long-sleeve bodysuit adorned with “My First Christmas” on the front and a pair of striped, easy-on pants with Santa on the bottom!
Little Sleepies
There’s a reason a zip-up pair of PJs is always a good go-to when it comes to gift giving—they’re as useful as they are adorable! Little Sleepies’ fun festive patterns and signature cozy bamboo fabric is what makes them an editor-fave PJ brand.
Melissa & Doug
We love this bundle of three infant toys from editor-favorite brand Melissa & Doug because it’s designed to encourage exploratory and skill-building play for littles during their first year and beyond. And the included five-piece Wooden Surprise Gift Box toy is perfect for baby’s first Christmas as it teaches them to wrap and unwrap presents—how cute is that?! Use code EVERYMO20 for 20% off your Melissa & Doug purchase!
Mark & Graham
This personalized embroidered hat is cozy and festive, and perfect for celebrating a newborn during the holiday season. Made of soft wool with a faux fur pom-pom, we love this seasonal gift.
Pottery Barn Kids
Adorned with Santa, a snowman, a gingerbread house, reindeer, and trees, this knit blanket can provide a special backdrop for baby’s first Christmas card photo or simply keep your little warm and snuggled during the long winter months.
Little Sleepies
You can never go wrong with a classic plaid print for baby’s first holiday season. These PJs are also available in toddler, big kid, and adult sizes so the whole family can match on Christmas morning. They even offer bandanas for pets—talk about an adorable photo op.
Amazon
We love a soft board book that not only tells a cute story but also keeps babies entertained and engaged with attached toys. This Rudolph version is especially fun for the Christmas season!
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Although babies may not be quite old enough to watch Home Alone, they can still sport the classic holiday movie’s signature quote on this adorable sweatshirt romper.
Carter’s
This soft and machine-washable bib is not only practical for feedings but commemorates your child’s first Christmas with its festive design.
Little Sleepies
Add a special touch to any little one’s outfit with this buttery soft and stretchy bow headband in an adorable fair isle pattern.
Amazon
This set of two Christmas-themed silicone teethers can be safely chewed by babies to help soothe teething pain—plus, they’re perfect size to be stocking stuffers!
Little Sleepies
Deck the halls (or, in this case, the nursery) by outfitting your baby’s crib with this festive Disney sheet set that features characters like Woody, Olaf, Simba, Stitch, Minnie Mouse, and more!
Little Sleepies
The only thing cuter than Christmas-themed sheets around the holidays? Matching PJs to go with them! Pair this cozy Disney zippy with the sheet set above for the ultimate first Christmas gift.
Keepsakes, Ornaments & Books
Petite Keep
A newborn baby’s first mementos are so special. This classic, elegant, and heirloom-quality trunk will ensure those irreplaceable memories and keepsakes are stored safely for years to come. Use code EVERYMOM10 for 10% off all Petite Keep trunks!
Pottery Barn Kids
The best thing about this sweet personalized handprint ornament is that it gets more meaningful every time you hang it on the tree. Plus, putting it together is a fun activity.
ETSY | CHIC MAMA JEWELRY
An editor and reader favorite, there is no better marker of a little one’s first Christmas than this hand-sculpted and stamped ornament, which features their name, birthdate, birth time, and more.
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These special keepsake ornaments are amazing for gifting to parents and grandparents alike. Customize with each little one’s name for an extra touch of personalization.
ETSY | AV HOME DESIGN
We’re obsessed with these adorable personalized Baby’s First Christmas ornaments. Made from durable wood, these are at no risk of breaking or shattering.
Pottery Barn Kids
For families who love a good Christmas film, look no further than these Rudolph-themed stockings from Pottery Barn Kids. Plus, these can be personalized with a little one’s name. Many other designs available, too!
L.L. Bean
A timeless needlepoint stocking evokes holiday cheer with its beautiful detail. Plus, you can personalize these stockings with the names of the whole family. Eight design options available from classic to campy.
ETSY | INKTROPOLIS
Add your little one’s name (or multiple kids’ names!) to this dishwasher-safe polymer plate that can be used each year to leave out cookies for Santa.
Pottery Barn
A great frame that can be used for many years is an amazing gift for any family, but especially for those with newborns and young children. This is the perfect way to make and save memories.
Mark & Graham
This beautiful, illustrated storybook lets your little one be the hero of their own story this holiday season. This is sure to be a family favorite for years to come.
BabyPage
BabyPage is a convenient and fun way to create beautiful baby books and photo albums without the hassle of traditional ‘print and paste’ scrapbooks. The service’s app provides age and holiday-specific question prompts for parents to quickly and easily record unique memories. Once you are ready to print your book, you can select an adorable cover design and have it sent right to your door.
This post contains sponsored inclusions of Little Sleepies, Melissa & Doug, Carter’s, and Petite Keep but all of the opinions within are those of The Everymom editorial board. We only recommend products we genuinely love.
