If you too are on the birthday party circuit, read on! Gifts that you can stockpile ahead of time are one of my major mom unlocks since inevitably we’re invited to a party that I’ve somehow forgotten about and need a quick birthday present. Rather than reinventing the wheel, I focus on customized, elevated or practical birthday gifts for kids.
If you’re celebrating lots of littles lately too, I listed my favorite children’s gift ideas by age group so you’re covered for the next 10-12 years ;).
Although a bigger (literally) gift, I wanted to include this mini golf cart because it may be our boys’ favorite gift to date. Could be a great item to go in on with a few people for the mini golfer in your life.
We gave out these custom journals as party favors to each girl at Elle’s birthday this year, but they would also make a lovely gift to give to a birthday girl.
Almost every weekend my dining room table becomes a gift wrapping station. So, if you’re looking for gift wrap ideas too, I’ve got you covered here.
Baby Gift Ideas
If we’re being realistic, most gifts for babies under three years are more for their parents. While I was sure to include some sweet toys for baby, practical items like swaddles, bibs, and pacifier holders reign supreme. The key to making these items fun gifts is finding the cutest version of each – so that’s what I did.
Swaddles and Sleep Sacks
Every parent knows you can’t have enough of these. Bonus points for a pretty pattern.
Plush Toys
A sweet stuffed toy could end up being a gift they have for a long time. Add a package of mini birthday hats and you’ve got one of my favorite cute takes on this gift.
The Necessities
Pacifier holders, sweaters, onesies, bibs, etc. Not-so-necessary fancy outfits are also a fun addition.
Toddler Gift Ideas
I love this age because it’s when their unique interests start to develop. Whether it be music, playing house, “cooking” with you, etc. each little has their own thing so I like to play into whatever that may be when selecting birthday gifts for kids at this age.
Toniebox and Tonies
My boys are more than obsessed with their Toniebox. They’re a bit more pricey so you can either split this gift with someone or, if they already have the box, buy a character or two instead.
Interactive Toys Based on Interest
Think play tea sets, golf clubs, or cooking aprons for the kids who already have their favorite hobbies. We also got the cutest sports guys sets for Jennings and his buddies last year and they’re a big hit.
Classic Books
Introduce them to the classics that can be read over and over again. Make it more special by purchasing a customizable version or hand-writing a note inside.
Big Kid Birthday Gift Ideas
Entering the big kid to pre-teen years can be tricky when it comes to gifting. Usually, they’ll be more specific but if you don’t have a list to choose from and want to play it safe I have some widely loved items listed below.
Reusable Water Bottles
This may sound unexciting to us, but Elle and her friends have long been obsessed. First with Stanleys, now with their Owala water bottles. And they’re practical birthday gifts for kids too, which I love.
Sports Gear
If the littles in your life love sports, new gear is such an easy gift that they are sure to love.
Fun Self-Care Products
Skincare and makeup are all the rage with pre-teens right now. I took my own advice and went this route to batch birthday gifts for all of Elle’s friends last year. See exactly what I gifted here.
I suggest playing into this with more kid-friendly products like bath bombs, beauty headbands, etc as not to overstep.
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