Baby's First Christmas Gift Guide

What an exciting time - It' baby's first Christmas! But what is the perfect gift? While your little one wont remember this day ( I know I know but they are just too tiny to remember) I totally get that as a Mum (or dad) you want to make them feel special and create a magical first Christmas. 

So I've put together a list of 10 gift ideas that your baby will love and some that will be lasting keepsakes from this year. Be sure to read all the way to the end for my tried and tested kids gifting formula! 

Riff Raff Sleep Toy 🧸

Every baby needs a cuddly companion, and the Riff Raff sleep toy is a win win for both your baby and you. The Riff Raff has a built in white noise. machine to help sooth babies to sleep, and you can even record your own voice so they can have you with them for comport. My kids still love their Riff Raff years later. Added bonus they are a beautiful Australian owned business

Baby’s First Christmas Ornament

Celebrate this special milestone with a personalised  ornament you can hang on your tree forever. We have one for both our kids and each year I love hanging them on the tree it brings back some beautiful memories. 

Baby Walker with Interactive Toys 

For little ones learning to walk, a baby walker  can double as a play station with interactive toys to keep them entertained when they are not busy zooming around the house. If you want a more low tech option that won't drive you nuts with sound effects and flashing lights you can choose a more classic wooden walker. 

Baby’s First Christmas Book

Books are a great way to start new traditions, and Christmas-themed books can make bedtime during the festive season extra special. 

Handprint & Footprint Art Kit

Capture this precious stage with a handprint and footprint art kit. I forgot to do this when my kids were newborn so Christmas can be a great time to make this lasting memory.  These kits come with safe, baby-friendly paint, allowing you to create a lasting memory of how tiny their little one’s hands and feet were.

Personalised Story Book

A personalised story is a beautiful keepsake they will love reading with you year after yer at Christmas. You can normally include names of  other family members, making it a unique and fun gift. My kids love reading the one I have from when I was a child so they really do stand the test of time! BE sure to order in advance as they generally take longer to ship since they need time to create your personalised story. 

Baby Milestone Photo Blanket 

These blankets with printed milestones (like weeks, months, or "My First Christmas") that you can use to snap cute photos of your baby's growth. It adds a bit of fun to documenting all those special  milestones and can be a nice keepsake to add to your baby box. .

Summer Sun Set

An essential for an Aussie summer! Build your own baby sun set. You could add a  wide-brimmed hat, UV-blocking sunglasses, ( yes these are available for babies too!) A rash vest and a small bottle of baby-safe sunscreen will ensure little ones stay safe while playing outside.

Christmas Day Outfit

It is just adorable to see your little one in a cute Christmas themed outfit when you look back on all your family photos from that special day. You can keep it simple and comfortable with a Christmas themed zippy suit or go for full on mathcing family out fits. Have fun! 

Water Play Mat 

Water play mats are the perfect gift to keep your little one entertained while encouraging tummy time. They are easy to store and take with you if you are heading away for the holidays and come in a variety of colours and designs. 

One last tip I will share is a formula I was told my a friend to apply to kids Christmas and birthday gifts. You get them - Something they want, something they need, something to wear and something to read. This has saved me many times over. 

Most of all remember don't over think   The most important thing is to make lasting memories together. 

Got other great gift ideas? Share them in the comments below we’d love to hear from you.

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