The littlest ones we love might seem like the easiest; after all, they have lists for days, right? We’ve made things simpler by condensing those lists into the most requested items from the year, tried-and-true favorites, and a few things that mom and dad won’t mind seeing every day, too. We’ve worked to ensure that these lists include items from women, Black and Asian owned businesses, independent makers, and a range of price points. Over the next several weeks, we’ll pop into Stories @yellowbrickhome to share deals, gift requests and more.
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Gifts for Baby
1. Baby Booties, $15
Couldn’t love this pair of dog and cat booties more – with a velcro strap and snug fit to make sure they stay on. Because matching is overrated.
2. Sensory Tumbling Toy, $25
When ev-er-y-thing goes in baby’s mouth, this eco-friendly sensory toy – stimulating touch, feel and sound – is just the thing to give you peace of mind.
3. Personalized Name Pennant, $42
Lucy adores her custom name pennant from Eventide Pennant Co. (or as she calls it, her ‘pizza’ pennant!). Support this small business and choose the colors and letters to fit your – and your little one’s – personal style. Tip: consider a pennant to mark a milestone, too!
4. RuPaul Picture Book, $16
We’re big fans of these picture books, based on the real-life stories of icons and trailblazers such as RuPaul, David Bowie, Frida Kahlo, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Marie Curie and so many more!
5. Baby Board Book, $45
Upload photos of anything you wish and turn it into a board book! A book created with photos of all the special people in baby’s life is sure to please baby and mom.
6. Modern Pacifier, $10.99
Baby items can be as beautiful as they are functional! A much appreciated gift for the mom that’s overwhelmed by all. the. colors.
7. Sun Baby Blanket, $40
The sweetest blanket to swaddle your baby, use as decor or spread on the floor for all the tummy time.
8. Silicone Bib, $13
Not only does it catch every last thing that doesn’t make it into baby’s mouth, a quick rinse and dry is all it needs for re-use!
9. Bunny Sorting Bus, $59
Finished in child-safe, water-based paint, this cute bunny bus helps with baby’s fine motor skills as they learn visual and spacial perception.
10. Whipped Coconut Oil Baby Lotion, $22
Did anyone else find themselves using their child’s baby products on their own skin? This whipped coconut oil body cream is as gentle for them as it is for you!
11. STUFFED BEE INYOSI DOLL, $48
The sweetest crochet bee hand crocheted in South Africa, made from 100% cotton.
12. 4-8 Month Baby Play Kit, $59
This handmade Montessori play kit would be awesome for babies that are in the reach-and-grab phase. Made from non-toxic materials and protected with beeswax.
13. Anywhere Chair, $159
This chair is not only the perfect addition to story time, but it would make for a wonderful accessory for those monthly photos, too!
14. Baby Record Book for Same Sex Families, $27
This Baby Record Book keeps the all types of families in mind. Instead of referring to parents as ‘mum’ and ‘dad’, this book refers to you as simply ‘parent’, with your own space to add “what you know me as.”
15. Newborn Gift Set, $70
For the newborn parents, this gift set is a beautiful bundle for the child to grow into. Swaddles make great baby doll blankets as they age, and stacking toys are a favorite bath toy!
Gifts for Toddlers
1. Fishing Game, $35
This wooden and magnetic fishing toy is great practice for hand eye coordination. Pieces are color and number coded, as well as alphabetized.
2. Wake Up Clock, $59
Help them learn lifelong habits with a sleep-to-wake clock that’s fully adjustable to their needs. They’ll love the bunny shape, you’ll love the extra 15 minutes of sleep!
3. Kimchi Sweater, $38
This comes in an adult size, too. I REPEAT: This comes in adult sizes, too! Matching your mini me has never been so cute.
4. Color-Changing Umbrella, $36
Keep up with your family walks by adding this color-changing umbrella for rainy days. Also available in unicorns and fairies!
5. All of Us Crayons, $23
This 8-pack of crayons inspires diversity, and it’s made from sustainably sourced beeswax and natural Earth pigments.
6. Balance Bike, $60
Lucy’s balance bike was the first step towards her love of bicycles. This one got her through the toddler years, and now she’s currently gearing up for her first two wheel bike!
7. Big Dreams Coloring Book, $5
The accompaniment to the Little People series of books includes 15 Dreamers to color alongside a short story about their life.
8. Splash Park Jumbo Puzzle, $16
This beginner jigsaw puzzle features artwork that represents children and families of mixed races and ethnicities.
9. Bubble Lick, $30
Two words: edible bubbles!
10. Scavenger Hunt Game, $25
This educational scavenger hunt game will have your toddler on the hunt for things that are round, something they received from a grandparents or a purple sock. This is one of many series of games from this activity-centric small business.
11. Human Body Puzzle, $76
Like Operation but way more cute – and way less noisy!
12. Kids Apron, $45
For the kiddo that crafts, paints, splashes through the mud and helps in the kitchen.
13. Milo Imagines the World Book, $13
Hands down, this is in my top 5 kids books of all time. (Mean it.) Milo rides the city subway and imagines the world around him – only to realize that there is more than meets the eye.
14. Custom Name Embroidery Shirt, $39
A sentimental keepsake that the parents will want to keep long after they’ve outgrown it.
15. Zoe Doll, $80
Zoe has hair that can be washed and styled, a soft body to squeeze, and was recently named one of Parents magazine best toys.
16. Family Diversity Blocks Game, $44
Mix and match body parts to create families of all backgrounds! Lucy had an older version of these, and she still plays with them to this day. Encourages respect for diversity.
17. Bowling Set, $30
This is why you have hallways! Give the gift of independent play and watch them play, set up, and play again!
Gifts for Big Kids
1. Business in a Box, $30
For all the little entrepreneurs in your life, this kit gives them the tools they need to start their own business!
2. Travel Notebook, $54
Have them start logging their travels before you set off on your next family adventure! This will be a wonderful keepsake for them to look back on when they’re bigger than a big kid. Sniff, sniff.
3. Ramen Puzzle, $15
Lucy’s favorite dish – or as she calls it, spicy egg noodles – in a puzzle.
4. 3D Dinosaur Night Light, $22
I’m thisclose to checking out on this toy. Special lighting creates a 3D effect that would make The Coolest nightlight!
5. Colorku, $45
Place one of each color marble on the board according to your chosen puzzle card. There is only one correct answer, making this a game of skill.
6. Poop Bingo, $20
They’re obsessed with bowel movements. Anything poop-related makes them laugh uncontrollably. This is for that kid!
7. Chance Basketball, $39
Made from composite leather and featuring full pebbling, this basketball is sky high! Too cheesy?
8. Bodies Are Cool Book, $13
Repeat after me: Bodies are cool. Big bodies, small bodies, dancing, playing, happy bodies! Look at all the different bodies! This one is another Lucy favorite, and it evokes beautiful conversation.
9. Marimekko Postcard Box, $23
The stationary aisle has always been my favorite aisle, from the time I could pick up a crayon. I love this set for sending snail mail to friends and family
10. Magic 8 Ball, $15
Lucy spotted this throwback toy at a friend’s house, and she immediately added it to her wishlist. (It’s already wrapped and waiting for her on Christmas morning!)
11. Wooden Stacking Board Game, $15
Jenga but BETTER.
12. In The Driver’s Seat Coding Kit, $72
For your budding engineer, this coding kit engages learners with how to prototype their own back-up sensor for a driverless car. I know several kids on my list that would lose their minds over this educational toy.
13. Women Who Dared Book, $8
An introduction to women throughout history who dared to the extraordinary!
14. The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs, $10
This is THE gift for the big kid that’s your biggest kitchen helper. A #1 New York Times Bestseller.
15. Custom Clay Figurine, $149
Gift them a custom figurine that showcases what makes them a shining star! But how will you decide?
16. Dotted Bullet Grid Journals, $26
I received my first journal as soon as I learned to write my first sentence. I keep them locked away now, but every now and then, I enjoy taking a peek into my childhood brain.
Check back for all of our 2022 Holiday Gift Guides that will be rolling out throughout the week (below), or check out our complete 2021 Holiday Gift Guide for more ideas!
Great minds think alike – two items from your big kids list were already purchased for mine earlier this month! But now I’ve got some MORE ideas for future lists.
Such a great list. Thank you!