That first holiday season with your baby is no doubt the most magical. You want to shower them with all the gifts and Christmas cheer! But finding the best holiday gifts for babies can bring up lots of questions: are you buying presents for them or for the parents, and are you finding a gift that is developmentally appropriate for their age? And what are the best gifts for a baby’s first Christmas? These are the thoughts I used as my North Star for curating this guide of baby gifts. They’ll surely delight any tot from the newborn phase through their first birthday.
If you’re shopping for a newborn this year, consider sweet keepsakes like an heirloom trunk or an embroidered ornament to commemorate their first holiday season. Nursery decor, like an adorable handmade lamp or their first Anywhere Chair, is also a good gift for babies. Other useful gifts for a newborn baby include personalized blankets, books, and toys that encourage developmental play. If they’re a little older (think 4-8 months), consider a cute new crawling toy, or play mats that will fit seamlessly into any home’s decor. And, for older babies—or if you’re shopping for gifts beyond their first birthday—be sure to check out reader and editor-favorite toys, custom gifts like tiny name sweaters, and more that’ll perfectly transition into their toddler years. Keep scrolling to discover the best holiday and Christmas gifts for babies 1 year old and younger. We have you covered this holiday season with baby gifts for girls and boys!
This baby rocker is equal parts sleek and ingenious, with its unique motorless sway and transitional design that grows from baby to big kid stage. It’ll fit seamlessly into any space and provide littles with functional seating for years to come.
It really doesn’t get more adorable than this custom, hand-embroidered baby sweater. If ever a single item called for a full-blown photo shoot, we know it’s this one.
Made from ultra-soft bamboo fabric, this sweet reindeer lovey is irresistibly soft and gentle against delicate baby skin. It’s perfect for infant playtime and will become a treasured bedtime comfort item as your little one grows.
This ski beanie is a cool-kid fashion accessory that they can rock with any outfit and will keep their little ears warm during the winter months.
Made for early cruisers, this rocking bike gives babies their first taste of bike riding fun and development, with a balance bike that’s securely held to a rocking base. Once your kiddo masters rocking, simply detach the base, and they’re ready to roll on two wheels.
This collared onesie turns everyday moments into something special. Crafted from ultra-soft cotton with hidden magnetic closures for easy changes, it’s the kind of keepsake-worthy gift that’s as practical as it is precious.
This personalized blanket is a way to display your baby’s name in their first photos. And, it’s true, babies can never have too many blankets, especially when they’re as special as this hand-embroidered option.
Keep a little one warm this winter from head to toe with UGG’s matching mittens, hat, and booties. Plus, this soft fleece material is machine washable, too!
A team favorite, this personalized puzzle and busy board is both a charming keepsake and developmentally-engaging toy. Customize the colors, shapes, and more!
Alphabet blocks are both fun and educational for babies—they promote learning, motor skills, and more. And these beautifully hand-painted blocks are made to last for years.
This viral toy takes mommy and me moments to the cutest level by giving baby their very own Stanley cup-like coffee tumbler with features to hone their fine motor skills.
Gift a little one their very first PBK Anywhere Chair with this oh-so-sweet iteration shaped like a cuddly teddy bear! This gift will allow your LO to sit comfortably in a chair that fits ‘just right.’
Playtime is way more fun when you’ve got the comfiest seat in the house. With a mirror, rattle, and toys, this cushioned seat will keep a little one busy.
Jellycat’s personalized bunny is the cutest toy to snuggle up with. This sweet stuffy is one they’ll hold on to until the toddler years and beyond.
Because self-care is important, even for the littlest member of the family. This adorable miniature-sized teether set will have baby matching mom during her morning or nightly routine.
This wooden activity table has so much to offer. Keep a little one busy by playing music, learning shapes, and so much more.
Play and walk with a colorful wooden walker just for baby. Best of all, it’s an interactive play-kitchen that includes kitchen accessories, like a sink, stove, pan, and more—plus, it has an adjustable pace feature to ensure it’s safely pushed!
Skip Hop is always a mom-favorite brand for toys and playtime accessories. Their activity center features toys that encourage curiosity and learning. And it has a grow-with-baby design!
Maximize storage space in your baby’s nursery or playroom with this handmade Montessori bookshelf. Its low shelves encourage independence, and it doubles as a decorative way to showcase your little’s favorite reads.
Teach your baby about shapes, rhymes, and colorful food with this cheeky board book. You’ll be raising a little foodie in no time!
An adorable addition to a nursery, these personalized toy baskets come in multiple sizes and can be customized in pretty colors to match any space. Life also gets so much easier when you can teach your toddler to clean up their own toys by dropping them in these bins.
Organize the nursery with a beautiful handmade caddy—store diapers, toys, and more. Handmade gifts make the best heirlooms!
Straight out of the classic book The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. A little one can enjoy this beloved character with this crib mobile even when it isn’t story time.
Reduce spills and enjoy dinner time with a suction cup feature with Moonkie’s set of mealtime essentials that includes a bowl, containers, a bib, a placemat, and more.
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.
Taking milestone pictures is a well-loved tradition. So why not display it after you document all the sweet photos? Your little one grows so much in their first year of life!
As your baby grows, capture monthly photos of them with a vintage sign. This darling set includes 12 months of felt penannts—the cutest keepsake.
This DIY Baby’s First Christmas footprint ornament gives us all the nostalgic holiday feels. It’ll become a cherished keepsake for your family in no time.
All books are a great option for babies, but one that’s customized is even more special. Choose between five themes (or design one of your own!) for the perfect sentimental gift that you’ll love reading over and over.
You don’t have to wait to get their very first golf set. This plush golf play set is an adorable way to introduce your tiny future golfer to the sport.
Make nighttime cozy with a moon lamp. Dim the lamp and set the timer to shut off when your little one falls asleep—the best gift for a little dreamer!
Every baby earns their first abacus at some point in their life. With this personalized toy, they can play, learn, and have an adorable decoration in their room.
Learning can happen when you’re on the go with this handmade felt quiet book for babies. It can be secured to a stroller or car seat, too.
A play tent that’s fun for kids, a cool aesthetic for moms, at just the right price! This bundle allows your little one to have fun in the ball pit, crawl through the tunnel, and play in the adorable tent.
Playtime is way more fun (and safe) with large, cushioned blocks. Stack, build, and play with the softest building blocks for a baby.
Stack the animals as high as they can go with this wooden activity set that includes all their favorite farm animals!
Tummy time sessions can be done anywhere and on the go with Crate & Barrel’s personalized portable baby mat. From stars to dinosaurs, choose the cutest play mat for the newest addition to the family.
It’s never too early to start learning. Wee Gallery’s black and white flashcards are perfect for babies! They’ll be singing their ABCs in no time.
This learning box is full of plush toy surprises baby can discover, from every little one’s favorite celebrity, Ms. Rachel.
Once baby can sit up on their own, engage them in hands-on learning with this pretty sorting toy that includes 12 different shapes. It’s a toy they’ll want to play with again and again.
Bath time just got better! Splash and play with an editor-favorite bath time toy that lights up and sprinkles water.
Did you check your list twice and realize you still have more people to shop for? We’ve got you covered! Check out our entire holiday gift guide for even more ideas.
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