Choosing Christmas gifts for babies can feel like a guessing game, after all, they’re not quite ready to write a wish list or circle their favourites in a catalogue just yet…

But don’t worry, we’re here to take the pressure off. From tummy time toys for their early months to baby walkers perfect for those first wobbly steps, we’ve rounded up the top 10 must-have gifts for babies and toddlers.

Christmas gift ideas for babies ages 0-6 months:

Santa Surprise Christmas Bundle 0-12 Months - £28.99

This is the perfect gift if you don’t know where to start with choosing baby toys, this takes the pressure away. You will receive between four and seven gifts worth £60.00 for £28.99 - Nuby Santa Surprise boxes are made up of items based on their recommended retail price (RRP). What’s inside? We won’t spoil the surprise, but expect to find things like teethers, bath toys and more… 

Animal Adventures Wooden Play Gym - £39.99

Another great toy gift option for new babies is a play gym. Our Animal Adventures Wooden Play Gym stimulates the senses with the detachable squeaking koala, jingling parrot, and crinkling lion toys. Baby gyms also encourage hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills as it encourages babies to reach for the toys.

Flip N Fun Teether Book - £9.50

A book? For a newborn? Absolutely. With soft pages for flipping, bright colours for mesmerising baby eyes and a teether corner for those inevitable sore gums, it’s a brilliant all-in-one sensory toy. Each page is filled with textures and patterns to stimulate fine motor skills and tactile development. Perfect for tiny hands and drooly mouths.

Penguin Tummy Time Mirror - £16.00

Tummy time is important for babies from a young age as it helps to strengthen their muscles and improve their motor skills ready for them beginning to sit, then crawl and then walk. Babies will love this Penguin Tummy Time Mirror with new sounds from the rattle, and the high-quality, baby-safe mirror will help them explore reflections for the first time.

Christmas gift ideas for babies ages 6–12 months:

Musical Activity Cube - £15.00

Both parents and babies will love this gift with six different activities, it’ll keep babies entertained for hours - yes, hours. This musical play cube helps babies develop spatial awareness, shape recognition and hand coordination. Plus, it’s versatile: lay it flat or pop it up as a cube, depending on your child’s age.

Bath Toy Bundle 0-12 Months - £26.00

Create fun experiences with water for babies with the bath toy bundle, perfect for babies aged 0-12 months. This set includes a Fun Watering Can, Sea Animal Bath Squirting Toys, Splish Splash Stacking Cups, and Floating Bubbly Buds Bath Toy.

Wooden Baby Walker - £52.99 (suitable from 10+ months)

For babies who are just about to take their first steps this wooden walker frame is the perfect gift. Not only does the wooden baby walker encourage first steps it has spinning cogs, round rotating mirror, twisting blocks and a learn-to-play xylophone to keep young minds busy.  

Christmas gift ideas for toddlers ages 12+ months

Santa Surprise Christmas Bundle 12+ Months - £28.99

Our Santa Surprise bundle is also available for 12+ months. It’s the perfect gift, packed with fun and practical presents that range from 0m to 3y but are deemed suitable for toddlers aged 12 months and up. These gifts aren’t just for the holiday season, they’ll be enjoyed as babies grow.  

Ball Pit with 200 Balls - £87.50

What’s Christmas without a bit of organised chaos? The Jersey Ball Pit brings endless fun for babies 10 months and older. Perfect for busy little explorers, this soft jersey ball pit encourages physical activity and sensory play. Not only will it give them hours of entertainment, but it’ll also give you a few minutes’ peace to enjoy your Christmas mince pie.

Seahorse Waterwheel Bath Toy - £13.50

Turn bath time into an underwater adventure! This Seahorse Waterwheel Bath Toy is a splashtastic choice for toddlers from 12+ months. Just pop it to the side of the tub and let the water-pouring fun begin. Perfect for fine motor skills and giving little fingers something to twirl and turn.

Need more inspiration? Shop our new baby gifts, gifts for six month old babies, gifts for one year olds and gifts for two year olds.

If you’re looking for presents for new parents check out our other gift guide, must-have Christmas gifts for new parents.