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We've scoured the market to bring you a collection of 10 delightful and thoughtful gifts that will make this holiday season extra special for the newest member of the family. Whether you're wrapping up for your own bundle of joy or searching for the ideal gift for a dear baby, we've got you covered. I’ve personally curated this gift guide as a mom of 4 with kids currently aged 9 months to 6 years old, and so you know the gifts on my list are 100% mom-approved. In addition to recommending gifts that littles will absolutely love, this list also includes only gifts that are safe, durable, and that will encourage positive learning and development through open and creative play. Additionally, many of these gifts will stand the test of time—they will be a favorite from the baby stage all throughout toddlerhood. In every way, they are mom-approved and sure to make your little one smile!

1. Baby’s First Handprint or Footprint Ornament Kit - 2 pack

Give the gift of a special keepsake to cherish those tiny hands and feet for many years to come. This kit includes a 2-pack of no-mess clay impression material that requires no mixing or baking, allowing you to focus on creating the perfect ornament to treasure baby’s first Christmas. Ideal for babies or toddlers of any age.

2. Balance Bike With 4 Wheels - Retrospect - 13 color options

This balance bike is a great way for babies and toddlers to learn the motor skills needed to walk and eventually ride a bike. It is safe, durable, and easy to control. Best of all—the wheels are scrape and scratch resistant, so whether it’s used indoors our outdoors, your floors are safe from scratches. Ideal for babies and toddlers ages 12-24 months.

3. Montessori Toy Set - 23 pieces

This is a perfect gift to help baby learn colors, textures, counting, problem solving, balance, and cognition. This is a high-quality and durable three-in-one toy set that includes colored blocks, stacking rings, and textured balls. They are BPA-free and so safe for teething babies. Ideal for ages 6 months to 2 years+.

4. Pound & Tap Bench With Slide Out Xylophone - 2 color options

This remains one of the best-selling baby toys for good reason. It is a multi-functional musical instrument that promotes hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and cause-and-effect while encouraging musical development and exploration. It is durable and child-safe with non-toxic paint and finishes. Ideal for ages 9 months to 3 years.

5. Farm Animals Toy Set - 20 pieces

Babies and toddlers alike will love this brightly-colored farm animal toy set with 10 animals and 10 different colored barns. This is a STEM toy that will promote fine motor skills, color matching, number recognition, and hand-eye coordination. Ideal for ages 6 months to 3 years.

6. Mold-Free Bath Toys - 12 pieces

Make bath time more fun with this set of 12 bath toys. In bright colored and engaging fish and animal shapes, this will keep baby or toddlers engaged during their bath. These are made of soft rubber that can be safely chewed—and since there is no hole, parents can rest assured their baby is safe from any mold. They can also be used outside of the tub. Ideal for ages 9 months to 3 years.

7. Set of 11 Floating Boats and Plastic Ladle Spoons For Bath or Beach - 11 pieces

Another mold-free bath toy option to make bath time more fun (and safe!), this set contains 5 floating toy boats and 6 ladle spoons that will encourage imaginative play and exploration during bath time. This set doubles as great beach toys for small hands. Ideal for ages 9 months to 3 years.

8. Wooden Animal Puzzle Set - 8 animal puzzles

This is a Montessori and STEM educational toy in the form of 8 brightly colored animal puzzles made for little hands. This durable set is made of solid wood and will encourage learning about problem solving, hand-eye coordination, early math skills, shapes, colors, and animals. Ideal for ages 9 months to 4 years.

9. Baby’s First Piano - Magic Touch Wooden Piano from Baby Einstein and Hape

Baby’s first piano magically makes music with just a touch. This wooden piano comes with 6 songs and 3 sheets of music that will encourage musical development, learning colors, and developing hand-eye coordination. The volume is adjustable and the materials are child-safe and durable. There are other instruments available as well if you prefer guitar, drums, or xylophone. Ideal for ages 6 months to 4 years.

10. Fisher-Price Smart Stages Piggy Bank

Interactive toy piggy bank has over 40 sounds and can teach numbers, colors, counting, and Spanish each time a coin is dropped into the piggy bank. It comes with 10 brightly colored coins and 2 different modes. Ideal for ages 6 months to 3 years.

Finding the perfect holiday gift for a baby isn't just about the item itself; it's about creating memories and sharing love. Whether it's a personalized ornament to capture precious moments, a mold-free bath toy to make bath time more fun, or an educational toy to encourage development, each gift brings a little extra warmth and wonder to a baby's world. So, as you prepare to celebrate and exchange gifts this holiday season, remember that the most valuable present of all is the love and joy you share with the little one. Happy holidays to you and your beloved baby!

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