The first Christmas with your baby is a special one, and you want to make it memorable. Here are some fun and festive gift ideas that will help you make the most out of this magical time of year.
Etta Loves Sensory Bundle
A bundle of sensory best-sellers from Etta Loves. Our hanging squares clip onto almost anything - car seats, prams, baby gyms and more. Coupled with our best-selling muslins 3 packs you won't need anything more for your baby's visual development, at home or on the go. Throw in the sensory flash cards (which are as much for the parents as they are for the babies because of their feel-good affirmations) and you've got a winning bundle. Etta Loves is a female-founded business, using organic cotton.
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Jo and Nic’s Crinkly Cloth Books – Christmas is Here
Read all about it! Christmas is here! My First Crinkly Newspaper. A six-page cloth book designed to look like a little newspaper with crinkly pages. Light, sensory, safe and washable. Babies love the crinkle and as they grow they can learn to turn the pages and engage with the brightly coloured illustrations. A rhyming story all about the little mice preparing for Christmas.
Jo and Nic are both mums who have built this business from scratch.
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Jaques of London – Wooden Noah’s Ark
This lovely Noah’s Ark set is made of premium, sustainable wood, and is painted with non-toxic paint – perfect for safe play! The set includes an ark, 2 zebras, 2 hippos, 2 lions, 2 crocodiles, 2 elephants, 2 birds and 2 people. Perfect for imaginative and story-telling play, and for developing fine motor skills. Hours of fun! Suitable for 10 months+.
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doddl Baby Cutlery Set and Case
The perfect first baby cutlery, designed for babies 6+ months. Our baby cutlery is intuitive to use, safe and comfortable to hold. Recommended by experts and 5 star rated by over 20,000 parents. doddl baby cutlery helps your baby learn to use cutlery and develop key motor skills. Boosts confidence and independence at every mealtime.
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Brush Baby Teething Gift Set
Chewable Toothbrush x 2 , Teething Toothpaste, TeethingWipes, First Brush & Teether Set
Teething doesn’t stop just because it’s Christmas! Why not be different and give a useful and unique present which will help maintain the festive vibes and let everyone ‘sleep in heavenly peace’ from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Day.
Keep stress and pain to a minimum, with this teething gift bundle guaranteed to keep a little one occupied and soothe teething gums and clean emerging teeth.
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Rosa & Bo – Woodland Nesting Babies with chiming Benji Bunny
Who else is hiding in the forest? Meet the Woodland Nesting Friends of Bo… Our beautiful Nesting Babies encourage hand-to-eye co-ordination through interactive play. Babies will love the faces, challenge and the surprise element as the Rosa babies and Bo Bunny are gradually revealed!
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Ideas to create your own Baby’s Christmas Gift Package
If you’re feeling creative, you could make or adapt these from things you have at home
Baby’s First Christmas Ornament
A personalised Christmas ornament is a great way to commemorate your baby’s first Christmas. You can choose from a variety of designs and add your baby’s name and the year. Hang it on your tree every year and watch as your baby grows and the memories accumulate.
Personalized Christmas Stocking
A personalized Christmas stocking is a perfect way to celebrate your baby’s first Christmas. You can choose from a variety of designs and add your baby’s name to make it extra special. Fill it with small gifts that your baby can enjoy, like a teething toy or a soft plush toy.
DIY Handprint or Footprint Keepsake
A DIY handprint or footprint keepsake is a fun craft that you can enjoy with your baby. You can use paint or clay to make an impression of your baby’s hand or foot and turn it into a keepsake ornament or plaque. It’s a great way to capture the memory of your baby’s first Christmas.
Festive Outfit
Dressing your baby up in a festive outfit is a must for the holiday season. From cute onesies to adorable dresses, there are so many options to choose from. You can even add a personalized touch by adding your baby’s name or a festive message.
Remember, the most important thing about your baby’s first Christmas is spending time together and creating memories that will last a lifetime. These gift ideas are just a few ways to make the holiday season extra special for your family.
Don't forget to check our guide for gifts for your toddler this Christmas.