Christmas time is already a super magical time of the year. It is filled with family, fun and delicious food! Plus all of the presents! I may even be able to say with confidence that Christmas is my favorite holiday.
As a kid growing up, I loved the magical feeling that was in the air during the Christmas season. I am from Western New York, and normally there is a good amount of snow on the ground here for Christmas. That always sets the mood just perfect for family celebrations!
Now that I am no longer the child in the family, and have a child of my own I have had to think about Christmas in a new way. What sorts of traditions do I want to follow for my new little family? When will we put up the Christmas tree? How many gifts should we give our son? And even more concerning…. WHAT do we get him?
I made this list to help other mamas just like me to find the best gifts for babies first Christmas. I know it can be so hard to decide with so much out there to choose from, so I hope that this list helps!
#1: Manhattan Toy Winkel Rattle & Sensory Teether Toy
- This mesmerizing maze of safe, soft, continuous tubes is a perfect baby teething toy
- Infant toy promotes clutching and two-handed play; middle cube contains a pleasing rattle sound
- Multiple newborn toy award winner, including the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Blue Chip Award
- Safe, teethable plastic loops are BPA free
- Baby teether suitable for ages 0-24 months; Do not boil or steam clean; Hand wash only
This toy is such a simple and great Christmas gift idea for baby’s first Christmas. The colors and unique shapes give baby a good amount of sensory stimulation, while the rattle on the inside keeps them entertained. Plus, this one is good for your wallet too! It comes in at just over $10. What a steal!
#2: Fisher-Price Rock-a-Stack
- ​5 colorful rings, perfect for grasping and stacking
- Bat-at rocker base
- Top ring has shiny surface with rattling beads inside
- Introduces babies to relative size and stacking
I have always loved those cute little stacking toys. The colorful rings keep baby engaged and excited for play, and plus… it is so cute! I am sure baby could play with this toy for an hour or so happily! Plus, this one rings in at just $5!
#3: VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker (Frustration Free Packaging)
- Interactive learning baby walker has a removable play panel; Frustration Free Packaging means it comes in a plain brown box
- Early learning center has 5 piano keys that play music and encourage creativity; wheels work on carpeted and hard floors
- Features 2 colorful spinning rollers, 3 shape sorters, and 3 light-up buttons that develop motor skills. Material : Plastic
- Pretend telephone handset and mechanical elements enhance role-play fun; 2 AA batteries are included
- Over 70 sing-along songs, music, sound effects and fun phrases; meant for babies and toddlers 9 months to 3 years old.
This toy is a little pricier than the first two, but has a lot more functions and use. Baby will be able to use it for a LONG time without getting bored, as it is designed for babies and toddlers starting at just nine months old all the way up to age 3. This toy is just under $35.
#4: Fisher-Price Baby’s First Blocks
- 10 colorful blocks to sort, stack & drop
- All blocks fit inside bucket for storage
- Easy carry handle for take along play
- Introduces colors & shapes
- Babies will exercise their problem solving skills as they figure out how to sort & drop the blocks in the correct spot
Toys like these are absolutely amazing for baby brain development, as well as hand eye coordination. The fun shapes and colors will keep baby entertained and happy while learning at the same time, and this toy rings in at just over $6.
#5: First Builders Big Building Bag
- 80 classic-colored building blocks, including special shapes
- Perfect for little hands
- Hands-on play for early childhood development
- Storage bag for easy cleanup
- Combine with other Mega Bloks preschool toys and build them up!
Building blocks are super fun for kids of all ages. This is a toy that can be used as your child grows older, and facilitates hand eye coordination and prompts creativity. This set rings in at a little over $13.
That’s the end of the list!
I hope you found this article helpful, and were able to snag an idea or two from the list for your babies first Christmas! I looked through several reviews and features of toys, and did my best to choose the best of the best for this list.
Happy Holidays!
XOXO,
Lia
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