2025 - A Toddler’s Christmas Guide
As a mom of two toddlers, I wanted to create a gift guide wrapped around the most popular, most-loved toys that any toddler will love. If you are a parent, family member, or friend needing a toddler idea for Christmas - this list is for you! Some links in this post are affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I will be compensated. Thank you for your support!
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Set them up for their next milestone (riding a bike!).
Helps develop balance, coordination, and spatial awareness, which is way more helpful long-term than starting with training wheels.
Sip your coffee and watch them smile!
This swing is designed for little ones to enjoy gentle motion safely, with a bucket seat and secure harness that lets them sway and giggle freely!
My boys love feeling like “big kids” in their own swing - it’s sturdy, SO FUN, and blends beautifully into our backyard setup!
Let them “help" you clean!
Turn everyday chores into playtime. Little ones copying what they see - and this set helps them develop coordination and motor skills.
My boys absolutely love pulling this set out when I’m cleaning! My youngest will say “I help, Mama!” It’s one of those toys that keeps them busy and teaches life skills early.
Introduce music, a screen-free way!
Perfectly sized for small hands but built with real, quality materials - not a toy that breaks after a week. It helps develop coordination, focus, and an early love for music as they strum and explore sound!
Shh.. it’s one of the gifts my oldest will receive this Christmas!
More than just a game!
A perfect mix of active play and imaginative fun. Each bowling pin is shapes like a friendly farm animal, turning every strike into a story.
One reason I love this set is that it helps the boys practice “taking turns”.
As the other waits their turn, we practice encouraging and excitement for others!
Entertained (and contained - IKYK) !
Made from natural beeswax and food-safe pigments, so they are completely safe for your little artists! Rinses clean with water and a cloth!
Honestly, sometimes the best play happens when they’re contained - and you can finally breathe for a few minutes…
Should I consider this vintage?
Remember how much we loved these? This is one of those simple toys that never gets old (even though it is!).
Doodle, stamp, erase again and again - no mess, paper, or cleanup.
This toy is best used for car rides, restaurants, or when it’s time to wind-down.
The best strategy for early-learning!
There is something wonderfully old-fashioned about a good puzzle. Toddlers practice problem-solving, patience, and fine-motor skills while learning shapes, animals, or letters… and they don’t even realize they are learning!!
Believe me.. you cannot have enough puzzles..
Bestseller across every toddler list!
Encouraging pretend play, independence, and creativity. A toy that grows with them!
To make it more interactive - pair different food sets, utensils, plates, and even an apron! Click here for fun accessories!
I hope this gift-guide gave you some inspiration for the toddlers in your life. Whether you purchased from this post or not - thank you for your support!
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