Top 10 Gifts for 12-24 Months

The holiday season is my absolute favorite time of the year! There is nothing like seeing the joy on my children's faces as they open their presents on Christmas morning. My two oldest boys are 3 and 5 and they can easily come up with a list of gifts they would like. My youngest little guy just turned a year old and obviously doesn't have much of an opinion on the matter. I found myself really struggling to shop for him this year. I don't want to buy him presents just for the sake of buying presents. I want them to be something useful and something he really will enjoy!

If you're like me and struggling a little bit too, I hope this list of my Top 10 Gifts for Ages 12-24 Months will help!

10. Hape Mini Maracas: This adorable pair of maracas are easy to hold, make the perfect amount of non-annoying sound, and make my little guy smile every time he shakes them!

 9. Plan Toys Pull-Along Snail: This toy is brightly colored, durable, and it's little body inches up and down as your child pulls it across the floor. I've bought this as a 1st Birthday gift before and it was a huge hit even with the grown-ups! 

8. Skip Hop Treetop Friends Busy Bead Tree: Help your child exercise their fine motor skills as they move these wooden beads along the branches of the tree. The modern look of this toy makes it a cute addition to any living space. 

7. Planet Wise Snack Bags: Fill them with their favorite snack or use them to keep keep toys and pacifiers clean! Lots of great prints to choose from! Functionality meets fun!

6. Mocc On Slippers: Think practical! Not only will these slippers keep your little one's toes warm, the leather bottom will prevent slipping and the adorable prints will make them WANT to wear them! 

5. Skip Hop Zoo Packs: Let them flex their newly found independence by choose which toys and books to tote around in these adorable bag. So many animals to choose from! Bonus, matching lunch boxes are available!

4. Cozy Plush Animals: Perfect for snuggling up on the couch on a chilly winter night! These animals go in the microwave and come out smelling like calming lavender. Don't tell the kids, but they're perfect for adults aching muscles, too!

3. Aden & Anais Dream Blankets: We may be done with swaddling, but my love for Aden & Anais products doesn't end there. Dream blankets are ultra-soft and make for the perfect lovey for your toddler. For ultimate luxury, treat your little one to a Bamboo Dream Blanket!

2. Hape Pound and Tap Bench: What's better than a toy you can pound on? How about one that you can pound on AND make music?! Hours of fun will surely be had with this high quality and brightly colored toy!

1. Sophie the Giraffe: No surprise here! This toy has been a favorite in our family for all 3 of my children. Sophie goes beyond teething, though. She keeps little hands busy in the car seat or on the changing table, she  plays in doll houses, she rides firetrucks, she does it all! 

Weekly Giveaway Winner!

Congratulations to RBM!

You are the winner of a Skip Hop Bumble Bee Zoo Lunchie!

Please email annie@nickisdiapers.com within one week to claim your prize!

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