My family made a conscious decision this year to simplify Christmas. I firmly believe that kids make Christmas. I mean, an office Yankee Swap is brilliant in it’s awkwardness and cocktails do seem to taste better (and slip down faster) around the holidays but let’s face it- it’s all about the kiddos. Who doesn’t want to watch a toddler tear into a huge package only to spend the rest of the evening entertained by the cardboard box itself? So this year, we’ve made a ‘No Adult Gift’ rule that I really hope everyone sticks to- because we sure will.
This year, the shopping budget is devoted to my three nephews, one little niece, and one pretty special baby boy who may or may not celebrate his first Christmas this year. In honor of our new tradition, my gift guide series this year is broken up by age group and stops firmly at teens!
First up, Baby of course! Enjoy…
- The original Ergobaby Carrier is more of a gift for Mom and Dad than Baby but be rest assured that baby will be safe and snug in this top rated cozy carrier.
- Baby Metallic Moccasins? Ah, yes please! The soft-soled shoes are made with durable leather and are suitable for infants and toddlers alike. Plus I’ve heard that the more your baby wears these, their little baby footprint becomes embedded in the sole. So no, you can’t ever get rid of those!
- Perfect for little baby hands, this smooth wood Porcupine Shaker entertains babies for hours on end.
- If babies could talk, would they be as witty as this onsie? There are tons of hilarious onsies out there but this Muscle Man Onsie is probably my favorite.
- My sister-in-laws swear by activity gyms and I’ll take those momma’s advice on anything! This birch play gym is as chic as it is entertaining.
- You just can’t go wrong with books. Barnes & Noble has a whole section on their website devoted to the classics by age group.
- Having a winter baby, I’ve been sort of obsessed with hand knit beanies and booties. Etsy is a great place to find all sorts of designs and colors but it’s at those local craft fairs that you’ll really find something special for a bargain!
