Best Gifts for Baby's First Christmas (Holiday Gift Guide)

December 02, 2022
2 min read

The holidays are a wonderful time to build on traditions and create memories for your family. Whatever holiday(s) you celebrate, our best gifts for baby’s first Christmas guide is sure to provide your little ones with glee and joy as they open their gifts. I’ve searched not only for the hottest toys of the season but for ones that will stand the test of time. After all, the holidays are not just about quantity but quality.

I am a big believer in quality gifts rather than a mountain of presents under the tree. In fact, babies and toddlers respond better to a smaller number of key items rather than heaps of toys. Large quantities of toys will often overwhelm their senses and keep them from being engaged deeply in their toy exploration. And in the end, they may end up enjoying the boxes, paper, and ribbon just as much as what’s inside!

Wrapping Tips

Opening gifts is a great opportunity to develop the fine motor skills of tiny hands and fingers. To avoid too much frustration, your gift may not meet Martha Stewart's levels of perfection. Wrap the gift loosely, giving a bit of slack to the paper, and loosely adhere it with minimal tape.

If a loosely wrapped gift isn’t your jam, don’t fret! You can expertly wrap your gift and then give your little one a little hand on getting the opening started. You can also use gift bags, tissue paper, newspaper, craft paper, or other materials as well. Have fun, get creative and embrace the mess!

What to look for in a gift:

Look for items that have longevity. Toys that can stand the test of time will help to reduce clutter. Open ended play is great for developing your child’s imagination. You can start by demonstrating the toy for your child, but then allow them to explore it in their own way. As long as it’s safe, there is no right or wrong way to play!