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PinterestPregnant Chicken's Gift List for Babies
Babies don't need much of anything but you try telling that to a bunch of grandparents that are itching to go nuts.
Because of that, I tried to pick gifts that had lasting appeal and could be enjoyed by your baby now and down the road. I've got a pretty good span going because your baby could be brand new or almost a year old this holiday so keep that in mind.
Chewbeads Cornelia Bracelet - Turquoise - Accessories - Moms & Maternity
There's no reason why baby can't have something that makes mamma look good too.
Medium Colored Zip Top Tote Bag from Lands' End
My kids each got a personalized like this and I use it all the time. I've used it to for toys, extra clothes for preschool, and overnighters. Be sure to get the zip top so it doesn't tip over and you have little socks everywhere. LL Bean also makes one so be sure to check them out to compare styles.
Playskool Play Favorites Lullaby Gloworm Toy (Blue) : Target
This little guy seems to be a big hit with babies because he lights up and plays lullabies -- what's not to love. Personally, I'd get the blue one because it's more gender neutral than the pink.
Little Pim DVD Gift Set - Spanish - Best Price
These DVDs are a great way of introducing other languages (including English) to a baby in a fun, easy way. Kids love the bright, calm videos and it doesn't make you want to punch someone in the neck like you do listening Dora (maybe that's just me).
Winkel :: Manhattan Toy
They things are indestructible and won't hurt if your baby clocks you (or herself) in the head with it. Babies love these things and they aren't crazy expensive.
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This is such a pretty book and babies just love this touch and feel stuff. They have quite a few versions and they are all beautiful.
Charley Harper ABCs (Skinny Edition) (9781934429211)
Nothing says that an ABC book can't be tasteful and lovely, dammit.
Set of 2 Little SockBabies by theRemakerie on Etsy
Handmade cuteness that I can barely handle.
Yes, this is the equivalence of a hippy-whittled-Parisian-giraffe teether, but they are handmade and one of those keepsake things that they'll hold onto. (Throw me a bone, man : )
ZOO SHAPE SORTER - Puzzles - Toys & Books - Baby | DwellStudio
Okay, so these are a little fancier than your usual run-of-the-mill sorter, but how lovely is this? They sell cheaper ones but I thought I would mix it up a bit. Shape sorter regardless of price is a good baby gift -- they go through a put-things-in-things-face to say the least (it usually includes an air vent or a toilet too).
I Am a Bunny Board Book
I am a big fan of books. You can never go wrong with them. I also love board books because they are durable, wipeable and typically pretty short to match everyone's attention span at bedtime (including mine). I'm going to put a whole list together of books I recommend but I Am a Bunny is my hands down favourite for babies.
Skip Hop : Alphabet Zoo ABC House Blocks
Babies love stacking stuff and putting things *in* things. These are also pretty and gender neutral.
Skip Hop : Moby Bath Spout Covers
It covers the bath spout so they don't knock their little noggins on the faucet. I had one. It rocked.
Little Owls Wood Bank Piggy Bank by Mmim on Etsy
Ceramic piggy banks are gorgeous, but your kid really can't touch them until they are much older. These ones are pretty but less breakable.
personalised christmas sack by tilliemint loves | notonthehighstreet.com
Okay, so I don't know where the pound sign is on the keyboard.
Oh, yes and isn't this Christmas sack amazing?!
Personalized Bowl
Super cute personalized melamine bowl. Simply pick a color and then create a design that looks like your child.
Corolle Calin Blue Sky 12" Doll
These are the best damn dolls. Despite being all fancy and french, they are the perfect size and, because the body is soft, the are extremely loveable. I bought one of these for my friend's daughter and she hauls it everywhere.
Night Night Baby Sleepers In Organic Cotton Product Information
I'm a big fan of getting pajamas for Christmas but I'm not a fan of Christmas pajamas because they seem sad in April when they may still be in the rotation. I also like zipper pjs (fast - fuck you snaps) and no feet to prevent the 'luge look' if they have a growth spurt. I also think frogs rock it hard.
Playskool Busy Poppin' Pals (Colors May Vary)
Nothing beats hours (okay minutes) of fun like a cause and effect toy. This one is sturdy and the doors are less likely to fail causing a kid meltdown.
Clemmy 20 Piece Soft Block Set
Somebody bought my son these as a gift and both the boys still play with them. They are nice and soft so they are good to just roll around until you can stack. They can just be put back in the bucket (the all go through that crazy put-it-in-something stage. Best of all they don't hurt if you step on the (I'm looking at you Lego) or fall on them.
Fisher-Price Growing Baby Animal Activity Puzzle
I like that they can play with the animals before the have mastered the puzzle part.
Spielstabil Nesting Stacker
Nesting bowls. Stacking toy. Bath toy. Build it and knock over toy. Put crap in it toy. Sand toy. Pails are good.
Name Your Tune Personalized Children's CDs - Name Your Tune
These are fantastic. I got one for both of my sons and it really is something how they actually record your kid's name into the song and it's not all shit like with "If you're 'insert robotic name here' and you know it". It really does sound seamless. I think it's especially great for kids that have unique names and aren't going to find the preprinted mugs with their names on it anytime soon.
Rosy Stitch Mini Chickadee Bean Bags
These seem so simple yet you just know they will have lasting power. Who doesn't love the feel of a bean bag?! First it's all about picking them up, then it will be all about hiding them and feeding them to your bear, then it will be about whipping them at your sibling. $15 damn dollars of fun, that's what that is right there!
Skip Hop Dunck Stacking Bath Toys
Kids love bath toys and these are great for playing with and washing hair. These also don't have those little holes that you just happen to squeeze after a bath to have some kind of black gunk come out of it *after* your baby has been sucking on it for the past week of baths. Good times.
Robeez Booties brown
These are the best damn baby boots. They are warm. They never come off and they cover up the bare spot between the top of your socks and the bottom of your pants. They are also great for indoor slippers.
AccuQuilt GO! Modular Star
Holy shit this is nice. Again, if you have a sewer in the family, get them to make one of these (after they are done making the quilt).
Faded Glory - Newborn Girls' 9-Piece Organic Cotton Set: Clothing
Holy shit, is there anything Walmart can't find and sell it for 25¢? You can never go wrong with basic down the road clothes and you just can't beat 9 pieces and organic for 20 bucks.
Dudecraft / Aunty Cookie
Gifts don't have to be bought and if you have someone who is really handy that is itchy to do something for your baby, I can't tell you how well this think would go over.
FINITO! Storytime Squares Quilt in Far Far Away II
I found this quilt and scrolled to the bottom thinking, "please, please, please be for sale." but it just tells you how to make it. So if you have a sewer in your life that would like to make your baby an exquisite keepsake, get them on this. (Tell them to make me one too.)
The Brimfield Growth Chart by KimsSister on Etsy
Growth chart that can stay up after they have outgrown fairies but haven't outgrown *growing*.
Youth Tiny Bear™ Bunting — Infant
Next year's snowsuit might be a good ask as well. I was lucky enough to have hand-me-downs so I never had to fork over the big bucks that snowsuits are. Get a gender neutral colour like red, green or black in case you're going to have more kids.
UNICEF USA: High Energy Biscuits
You know how I love the idea of this kind of gift. Instead of getting a gift for your newborn who is happy to stare at jingling keys, why not get them something that will save kids in other countries? Some people may not like the "no gift to open" factor on this one, but some may love the gesture this brings.
