Buying for babies can be difficult. They grow out of things quickly and move on from toys so fast. When buying for the babes, I tend to buy things parents do not typically buy or I buy items for their next stage of life. Some off the items we have used and love or items that we wish we could of had! No matter what, the babes will love whatever they get. I mean, they are probably happy with the tissue paper from the gift bag! Here I’m focusing on newborns to little over one year old, mainly because this is my life at the moment.
Bath Time…
Bath Toys are always a great idea! These never get old and will be used for a very long time! Add a bath towel and/or some Tubby Todd body wash. Bath towels are always needed and of course body wash. Tubby Todd is a great product made by a mom that is completely safe for that baby skin.
Play Time…
Let’s face it, the babes just want to stick everything in their mouth and move onto the next thing. I’ve pulled some of my favorite toys that I have given over the years and have, that keep those little minds busy! I also tried to pick items that will be on going fun for the months to comes.
Personalize It…
A personalize gift is always cherished and saved for years to come. One of my favorite gifts was a set of the old fashioned Gerber baby spoons with my daughters name engraved on it. I plan to add these to their baby boxes so they have those special spoons for their children one day. Some of my other favorite personalized gifts to give are the chairs with their names and also memory boxes! There are so many options for personalized gifts!
Snuggables…
What little baby doesn’t love a lovely to snuggle up with when they are playing or pass out in the middle of the floor. Stuffed animals are always collected over the years and I especially love giving and receiving quality ones that will last for years to comes. Especially when the little babe gets attached to their lovely, you want that baby to last! We have tons of Jelly Cats around our house and I love giving them as gift as well. A new animal I’ve been wanting is by Slumberkins. They are so adorable, they are definitely going to be some under the tree this year!
Shoes, Shoes, Shoes…
I mean, how can you resist baby shoes!! They have to be the cutest thing you’ve every seen! Plus a baby can never have too many shoes. Some of these shoes are some of our absolute favorite, especially the Zutano Baby Booties! They keep those little piggies warm and they DO NOT slide off, they are amazing! Some others shoes are definitely a splurge but will be cherished! I know some of my girls more expensive shoes, I’ll be saving in their baby boxes.
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