Christmas gifts for babies: The best presents for the smallest members of the family
CHRISTMAS is just under two weeks away, and many Britons have yet to start their gift shopping. If you have a baby to buy for this year, these are the best presents out there, from clothes to toys and everything in between.
Personalised My First Christmas bauble, £10, Mothercare
A sweet gift for parents of a newborn baby, this china tree ornament will be cherished for years to come.
Wooden ABC puzzle, £33, www.nookoo.co.uk
A stylish way to get them learning the alphabet, this puzzle can then be used to spell out words as they get older.
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Personalised grey star toy chest, £100, My 1st Years
The chic grey colour will appeal to parent’s with a child of either gender, and the grown-up design means it will still work in the bedroom when the baby is much older.
Wooden baby gym, £195, www.notonthehighstreet.com
Skip the lurid plastic and opt for this baby gym which won’t have you hiding it away when guests come round.
Comes with eight toys, each designed for a different part of babies’ development and made from Samak wood with non-toxic lacquer.
Polar Bear jumper, £32, The Little White Company
Christmas jumpers are a seasonal favourite, and now even the smallest baby needn’t miss out.
This cotton mix jumper features novelty fleece paw prints on the hands, which can be tucked back as needed.
Sophie la giraffe swaddle gift set, £29.99 Early Learning Centre
Sophie is one of the most popular teething accessories for parents, and she makes a thoughtful gift when paired with a matching swaddling cloth.
The giraffe is made from 100 per cent natural rubber, derived from the sap of the hevea tree, and decorated with food grade paint making her totally safe for babies.
Knit booties, £9.95-£13.95 Baby Gap
There is nothing cuter than tiny baby shoes, and these knitted ones from Baby Gap are some of the sweetest. They come in a selection of colours, from muted cream to vibrant yellow, and are priced depending on which colour you plump for.
If you are still looking for items for older recipients, then a Christmas hamper might be just the thing to get your shopping done.
Alternatively, give family and friends a gift with the Royal touch - buy them something from a Royal Warrant holder.
And if you are buying something for the men in your life, check out this Christmas gift guide for him, with ideas for boys through to older males.