The Best Gifts for Babies
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Knitted baby rattle
from Cotton Craft
Favorite Human Dog Lover Babysuit
from Uncommon Goods
Ocean Explorer Baby Gift Set
from Uncommon Goods
We know, we know, you’ve been waiting to be a grandparent for a long time! Half the fun is buying your grandbaby all those cute outfits and stuffed animals. But before you start shopping, take time to ask parents what sorts of gifts will be welcome and what they'd like to avoid. They may prefer to keep toys to a minimum in favor of something more practical like a college savings account.
Play Gym
from Lovevery
Chloe's Classics Print Ruffle Footie
from Magnolia Baby
Sandra Boynton's Greatest Hits
from Amazon
Knitted White Floral Cardigan
from Cotton Craft
Beaded Raindrops
from Hape Toys
Apple Grab Teether Toy
from Hape Toys
Luxe Baby Gift Baskets
from Cotton Craft
Babiators Sunglasses
from Babiators
Cotton Knit Baby Romper
from Cotton Craft
How to choose the best gifts for babies
We look for unique gifts for grandchildren that you won’t find in your big-box stores. The best gifts for babies will help them develop and grow! There is something special about gifts for baby’s first Christmas or Hanukkah, and your gift should be chosen thoughtfully.
Sophie La Girafe Teething Toy
from EasyTot
Tummy Time Playmat
see all patterns
from EasyTot
6-Piece Wooden Sensory Toys
from Amazon
Developmental Play Kits
from Lovevery
Merry and Bright Embroidered Footie
from Magnolia Baby
Triceratop Booties
from Uncommon Goods
Personalized Baby Name Bracelet
from Amazon
Babies by Gyo Fujikawa
from Amazon
Alternative gift ideas for babies
While we don’t want to discourage you from having fun buying toys or clothes, we do want to suggest some gifts for babies that will be more useful and make their parents much happier.
Photo Session: Hiring a professional photographer to capture these precious days is a gift for everyone. While the baby won't appreciate this gift this year, they will treasure it one day. To find a photographer near your grandchildren’s family, search on Photo Sesh.
Mommy and Me Classes: One of the best gifts you can give is a set of parent and child classes. There are classes in music, swimming, yoga and more, all designed to help your new grandchild develop age-appropriate skills and strengthen the bond between parent and child. They are also a great way for new parents to meet other families! Check with your grandchild’s parents to see if they would enjoy something like this.
Memberships: A membership to the zoo, aquarium or children’s museum is a gift that will provide a year of enjoyment for the whole family. Again, check with your grandchild’s parents to see if this is something they’d like. To find a zoo or aquarium near your grandchildren's family, check the American Zoo Association directory.
Personalized Board Book
from Pinhole Press
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