With our own baby just arrived, it seemed the perfect year to show some great options for Baby's First Christmas. We have always used the opportunity to gift a few new toys and treats for the next stage alongside essentials and practical gifts (like the next size up clothing) and this gift guide reflects this idea. Whether you are buying for a brand new baby or one that has left the newborn stage behind, here are some ideas for a very first Christmas.
Mizzie Teething Toys
It doesn't take long before babies stop waving their arms and legs around with no control and start wanting to use all their senses to experience the world around them, and it often coincides with teething. Mizzie are a new brand to me but the kangaroo is sure to be a big hit with little hands. Made from all natural rubber, Mizzie stimulates babies sense of touch, smell, sight and hearing (she can squeak!). It also helps to sooth sore gums and comes in different styles so you can take Mizzie on the go with you. Mizzie is available from John Lewis, Amazon and www.mizziethekangaroo.co.uk.
As new babies sight develops, they become a lot more interested in their surroundings and the Rainbow Sky Arch from Chicco can be fitted on to the Chicco next to me crib and other similar styles to light up and entertain sleepy babies (and hopefully settle them for sleep too). It comes with a removable, portable night light and the plush toys can also be removed so baby can enjoy for longer. I love how calm and sweet this looks and I think it makes a gorgeous gift for little babies this Christmas.
Joone BabyCare
Joone is a brand for new babies and parents that offers complete transparancy about what is in their products. From nappies (which can be delivered so you never run out) to gorgeous tiny clothing, they have a great selection of products, and their baby care range makes a brilliant and practical gift for new babies. Joone Babycare is organic and good for delicate skin - something very important to me as I have always had problems with mine. I love how transparent the ingredients list is and the products come beautifully presented.
Nuby Stars and Clouds Play Mat
A playmat is an essential for the early days and I love how soft and snuggly this Nuby Clouds and Stars playmat is, especially with a winter baby due! The fluffy base is machine washable and the bars can be removed for transport and cleaning. With different textures, sounds and a little mirror, this mat stimulates all baby's senses and when they outgrow it, I know the fluffy mat will still be used for snuggling on! This is perfectly unisex and I can't wait to try it out with our own baby soon! A great Christmas gift for a newborn.
Gund Kissy the Penguin
Kissy the penguin is just the softest toy for babies aged 10 months + and I couldn't stop stroking it when it arrived! The buttons on her feet play 'Frere Jacques' as she lifts her flippers to her beak to blow kisses. Kissy is surface washable and comes with three AA batteries ready to start playing on Christmas morning! Gund have a selection of adorable soft toys suitable from newborn onwards so perfect for baby's first Christmas.
Snoozeshade
Snoozeshade is an award winning pram and pushchair shade for single buggies, strollers and prams that offers protection from the sun and encourages sleep. It attaches in seconds and protects babies from 99% of UVA and UVB rays as well as encouraging a dark sleeping environment. This is a practical present that parents are going to love as much as the baby! It comes with three different colour trims, pastel pink, safety green and a soft grey and folds up in an easy travel bag. It is breathable mesh and so safe to use, unlike muslins which should never be used to cover prams.
Taf Toys Tummy Time Book
Tummy time is so important for little people and this tummy time book from Taf Toys is designed for babies from birth upwards. With different pages designed for different stages, the black and white is perfect for early days when their vision is still developing and the mirror and more interactive pages will encourage strong core and neck muscles as they get bigger. The book is a fantastic gift for a first Christmas.
Frugi Hat and Booties
With Winter coming, most parents are starting to think about how to keep their babies wrapped up and warm and Frugi's matching hat and booties set are perfect. You can even get a matching blanket if you want to brighten up a colder day. Everything is made from Organic cotton and this set is wonderfully unisex and perfect for baby's first Christmas. If you want to treat the baby to new clothing, then check out Frugi's wonderful 'My first Frugi' collection.
Nuby Portable UV Steriliser
As much a gift for parents as it is baby, Nuby's portable UV steriliser has a handy strap to attach to a pram or bag and can sterilise a dummy without water, chemicals or a microwave in only one minute! I remember how often Finn used to drop his dummy when we were out and about and this would have been a game changer! This award winning innovative product runs on three batteries or can be plugged in and used through a USB port. It comes with one dummy ready to go and is such a handy little device, ideal as a festive gift!
Critically Endangered Animal Socks
Is there anything cuter than tiny baby socks? This box of four not only fits perfectly through a letterbox, but every sale of these sustainably made socks helps save critically endangered animals. This pack of four should fit babies roughly 6-12 months but they can also be used as sock puppets! Supporting the World Wildlife Fund UK, these organic socks are also supporting the protection of the rainforest so you can purchase them and feel great! If you are looking for a gift for a new parent, then check out Critically Endangered animal socks for adult too!
I think there are some great suggestions here for different stages of baby's first year, I hope you find some inspiration!
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