57 Baby & Toddler Gifts (Age 0-2) — Picked by Parents

Nancy L. said:  This nightlight projects a complete starry night sky onto the walls and ceiling. Choose from three soothing color options to create a magical, tranquil environment. There is a 45-minute timer to ensure complete darkness during your child’s deep sleep.

Alexandra F. said:  I cannot say enough good things about HABA block sets. We just got one as a gift for our 3-year-old and are all in love. The blocks are the perfect weight and size to make them easy for little ones to stack without a lot of accidental toppling over, but not so heavy that they hurt when they do topple down. I love that the wood is wonderfully smooth and very natural, so I am totally comfortable letting our 7-month-old gnaw on them while we play. I wish we had gotten these sooner and foresee years of good use ahead - even for grandkids waaaaaay down the line!

Kate Wille Murray said:  Terrific for little hands working on both large and small motor skills. Holds up to toddler drops. Easy to get color on paper.

Stephanie W. said:  Whether your 1-year-old has been walking for months or still doesn't quite have the hang of it (like mine was at 12 months!) this learning walker is a great tool! Your little one can push around the walker, and play with the removable play piece on the front. It makes barn animal sounds, sings songs, and encourages interactive play. My daughter loves listening to and interacting with the different parts- she especially loves the phone and the cow that says, "Moo!"

The American Girl Bitty Baby is a soft, cuddly doll designed for nurturing play, complete with age-appropriate accessories that inspire imaginative care and companionship.

Sarah Calamita said:  We gifted our 2 year old her first Bitty Baby on her 2nd birthday. She loved playing with it then and it is still her favorite doll! The store is magical for kids!

These wooden puzzles are fun gifts for 2-year-olds, since there are sound effects for each piece!

The Petit Collage Ferris Wheel is a colorful, whimsical wooden puzzle that assembles into a charming Ferris wheel, encouraging hands-on play and developing fine motor and problem-solving skills.

Premium leather mats designed for everything from changing diapers to playtime. These waterproof, stain-resistant mats offer exceptional durability and styleand come in a variety of sizes and colors.

Jennie Utsinger said:  My newest favorite baby gift for moms who already have all the necessities is a Gathre playmat. These gorgeous leather mats are super soft, waterproof, wipeable, and come in several sizes, so they can function as a changing mat or as an indoor or outdoor playmat. Made of vegan leather on the top and flocked suede on the bottom, they're tasteful enough to last far beyond the baby years.

Kelly R said:  Create your own board book through Pinhole Press with up to 21 photos and bold text. The theme possibilities are endless, but I love this as a way to present photos and names of family members and pets!

Kelly R said:  Green Toys' recycled plastic toys are durable and environmentally-friendly, and wonderful for years of creative play. This working dump truck is a perfect toy for the playroom and sandbox alike.

Classic wooden toy that lets kids hammer colorful pegs through a bench, promoting hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and hours of constructive play.

Kelly R said:  My toddlers got a LOT of use out of this classic toy. It's an upgrade from the one I used a child, because as each peg is hammered down, its neighbor will seesaw up.

Sarah Calamita said:  One year olds have so many toys (and honestly can be amused with a box and pans!) so I like to give a non-toy gift for this special birthday. An add a pearl necklace is a great idea. Reach out to your favorite jeweler and purchase a chain with one pearl and gift one pearl every year on their birthday. When they are old enough to care, they will have a full pearl necklace full of memories.