Give growing babies a new way to see the world, toys that delight, and gear that will grow with them
You’ll find all this and more on our list of holiday gift ideas for babies 6 months and up to a year.
photo: MiniMeis
MiniMeis Shoulder Carrier
Give kids a whole new way to see the world with this shoulder carrier. It gives you a safe, hands-free way to carry your child, thanks to shoulder straps, a waist belt and leg straps, and it folds up for travel.
Available at minimeis.com, $149.
photo: Lakeshore Learning
What's Inside? Soft Feely Box by Lakeshore Learning
Young kids love to discover what's inside containers, puling out objects and putting them back in again. To keep them out of your purse, give them this exciting box, filled with 10 sensory objects in different color and textures.
Available at lakeshorelearning.com, $49.99.
photo: Amazon
Oribel PortaPlay Stage-Based Activity Center
This convertible activity center grows with your child from 5 months to 5 years old. Babies sit in the PortaPlay and can spin around to play with developmental toys. For older kids, it's a table for drawing, playing, eating and more.
Available at amazon.com, $139.
photo: Baby Jack & Company
Learning Lovey from Baby Jack & Company
These sensory tag blankets are both soothing and brain-building. By playing with the tags (ribbon tags are sewn shut for safety), kids find comfort and can work on their cognitive, emotional and language development skills. Use the BPA-free toy link to attach it to a car seat or stroller. It comes in lots of colorful, kid-friendly patterns, and the company donates 20% of all sales to the Starlight Children's foundation, which supports sick children.
Available at amazon.com, $13.95.
photo: Green Toys
Minnie Mouse Stacker by Green Toys & Disney Baby
Made from recycled plastic, this pink-and-purple stacker puts a Minnie spin on the classic kids favorite. It's dishwasher-safe for easy sterilizing.
Available at amazon.com, $14.99.
photo: Lakeshore Learning
Tot Tunnel Climber by Lakeshore Learning
We're all spending more time at home these days, and this ingenious climber, ramp and tunnel turns home into an indoor playground.
Available at lakeshorelearning.com, $499.
photo: Infantino
Infantino Sensory Pat & Play Water Mat
Fill with water and place on a high chair tray or on the floor for tummy time. As baby squishes and pats the mat, six ocean animals swim and move.
Available at walmart.com, $5.99.
photo: Little Baby Bum
Little Baby Bum Singing Storybook
Colorful illustrations and singalong nursery rhymes mean hours of fun for kids as they turn the pages. Read with them and help them learn about colors, letters, numbers and animals. Great for car trips.
Available at walmart.com, $19.99.
photo: Larktale
Larktale caravan Stroller Wagon
This stroller wagon seats two, and the padded seats recline and flip down for snoozes on-the-go. An interior pocket organizer can hold toys and snacks, while the parent organizer has zippered pockets for keys and money, as well as a cup holder.
Available at target.com, $399.99.
photo: Amazon
Wee Gallery Organic Activity Pad in Woodland
Hidden features make this activity pad ripe for exploration. Watch as your child finds the rattle, squeaking noise, crinkle sounds and teething ring.
Available at amazon.com, $38.95.
photo: Amazon
Origami Bath Boat by Oli & Carol
Made from plant-based rubber and colored with natural food dyes, this boat is fun for playing with, in and out of the tub, and safe for littles to chew on.
Available at amazon.com, $17.99.
photo: Skip Hop
Sit-to-Step High Chair by Skip Hop
Your child can use this clever high chair from 3 months to 3 years, after which you can convert it to a toddler step stool so older kids can help out in the kitchen. The step stool accommodates up to 200 pounds, so some parents can also use it to reach high shelves.
Available at target.com, $199.99.
photo: Amazon
Komuello Baby Shoes
Baby shoes and so much more! These shoes feature a sock-like top for a comfortable fit and a rubber sole to keep kids upright. Tiny holes on the sole provide air circulation and make these double as water shoes for the pool or beach. Available in lots of styles; we love this navy sneaker for girls and boys.
Available at amazon.com, $32.
Bek & Jet
Make your child the coolest kid at the table in these vegan-leather bibs. In addition to looking sharp in 6 neutral colors, they're wipeable and waterproof.
Available at bekandjet.com, $19.99.
—Eva Ingvarson Cerise
RELATED STORIES:
The Smart Moms’ Guide to Montessori Toys for Babies & Toddlers
10 Splurge-Worthy Keepsake Gifts for Baby
New Indoor Playtime Toys & Activities for Toddlers
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photo: MiniMeis
MiniMeis Shoulder Carrier
Give kids a whole new way to see the world with this shoulder carrier. It gives you a safe, hands-free way to carry your child, thanks to shoulder straps, a waist belt and leg straps, and it folds up for travel.
Available at minimeis.com, $149.
photo: Lakeshore Learning
What's Inside? Soft Feely Box by Lakeshore Learning
Young kids love to discover what's inside containers, puling out objects and putting them back in again. To keep them out of your purse, give them this exciting box, filled with 10 sensory objects in different color and textures.
Available at lakeshorelearning.com, $49.99.
photo: Amazon
Oribel PortaPlay Stage-Based Activity Center
This convertible activity center grows with your child from 5 months to 5 years old. Babies sit in the PortaPlay and can spin around to play with developmental toys. For older kids, it's a table for drawing, playing, eating and more.
Available at amazon.com, $139.
photo: Baby Jack & Company
Learning Lovey from Baby Jack & Company
These sensory tag blankets are both soothing and brain-building. By playing with the tags (ribbon tags are sewn shut for safety), kids find comfort and can work on their cognitive, emotional and language development skills. Use the BPA-free toy link to attach it to a car seat or stroller. It comes in lots of colorful, kid-friendly patterns, and the company donates 20% of all sales to the Starlight Children's foundation, which supports sick children.
Available at amazon.com, $13.95.
photo: Green Toys
Minnie Mouse Stacker by Green Toys & Disney Baby
Made from recycled plastic, this pink-and-purple stacker puts a Minnie spin on the classic kids favorite. It's dishwasher-safe for easy sterilizing.
Available at amazon.com, $14.99.
photo: Lakeshore Learning
Tot Tunnel Climber by Lakeshore Learning
We're all spending more time at home these days, and this ingenious climber, ramp and tunnel turns home into an indoor playground.
Available at lakeshorelearning.com, $499.
photo: Infantino
Infantino Sensory Pat & Play Water Mat
Fill with water and place on a high chair tray or on the floor for tummy time. As baby squishes and pats the mat, six ocean animals swim and move.
Available at walmart.com, $5.99.
photo: Little Baby Bum
Little Baby Bum Singing Storybook
Colorful illustrations and singalong nursery rhymes mean hours of fun for kids as they turn the pages. Read with them and help them learn about colors, letters, numbers and animals. Great for car trips.
Available at walmart.com, $19.99.
photo: Larktale
Larktale caravan Stroller Wagon
This stroller wagon seats two, and the padded seats recline and flip down for snoozes on-the-go. An interior pocket organizer can hold toys and snacks, while the parent organizer has zippered pockets for keys and money, as well as a cup holder.
Available at target.com, $399.99.
photo: Amazon
Wee Gallery Organic Activity Pad in Woodland
Hidden features make this activity pad ripe for exploration. Watch as your child finds the rattle, squeaking noise, crinkle sounds and teething ring.
Available at amazon.com, $38.95.
photo: Amazon
Origami Bath Boat by Oli & Carol
Made from plant-based rubber and colored with natural food dyes, this boat is fun for playing with, in and out of the tub, and safe for littles to chew on.
Available at amazon.com, $17.99.
photo: Skip Hop
Sit-to-Step High Chair by Skip Hop
Your child can use this clever high chair from 3 months to 3 years, after which you can convert it to a toddler step stool so older kids can help out in the kitchen. The step stool accommodates up to 200 pounds, so some parents can also use it to reach high shelves.
Available at target.com, $199.99.
photo: Amazon
Komuello Baby Shoes
Baby shoes and so much more! These shoes feature a sock-like top for a comfortable fit and a rubber sole to keep kids upright. Tiny holes on the sole provide air circulation and make these double as water shoes for the pool or beach. Available in lots of styles; we love this navy sneaker for girls and boys.
Available at amazon.com, $32.
Bek & Jet
Make your child the coolest kid at the table in these vegan-leather bibs. In addition to looking sharp in 6 neutral colors, they're wipeable and waterproof.
Available at bekandjet.com, $19.99.
—Eva Ingvarson Cerise
RELATED STORIES:
The Smart Moms’ Guide to Montessori Toys for Babies & Toddlers
10 Splurge-Worthy Keepsake Gifts for Baby
New Indoor Playtime Toys & Activities for Toddlers
The post 13 Top Holiday Gifts for Babies 6 to 12 Months appeared first on Red Tricycle.
#Products+Gear #BabyToys&Gear #Natl-feed #BabyGiftIdeas #Hanukkah