8 Great Holiday Gifts for Babies & Toddlers

Celebrating the holidays with a little one? Make it magical with Larktale’s ultimate gift guide
Written by Mia Weber

It’s the most wonderful time of the year--and somehow it’s already here even though we swear it was just March last week! Regardless of how time flies, it’s time to start making your list and checking it twice, especially if you have kiddos to shop for. Fret not--we’ve rounded up our favorite gift items of 2020 for babies and toddlers.

For Counting Down the Days: With the wild ride that 2020 has been, who wouldn’t want to count down the days 'till the end of the year? All jokes aside though, little ones are sure to delight in this adorable advent calendar from Coral and Tusk. Beautifully embroidered on 100 percent linen, this countdown calendar features 12 pockets to stash treats and treasures for your toddlers (and maybe one or two for mom and dad) and it’s sure to become a favorite holiday fixture for years to come. $144, coralandtusk.com

For City Babies: Whether or not your family makes its home in New York City, it can’t be denied that this Newborn New York inspired apparel from Lower East Side-based (and mom-owned) PiccoliNY is just about as cute as can be. With options like a pickle and bagel onesie, or the tiniest hot dog and pretzel hoodie, this big apple artwork is sure to be a hit! $19 - $65, piccolinyshop.com

For Kiddos On-the-Go: New this season from Larktale, the Scoobi is an oh-so-fun set of wheels for toddlers and kids ages 2-5. Crafted to transform from a balance bike, to a tricycle, to a scooter, the Scoobi is easy to use, super-safe, and easy to fold up and store when not in use (yes, we can hear apartment-dwelling parents breathing a sigh of relief). It also comes in an array of fun colors, so there’s a style for every child’s tastes! $99.99 (for a limited time), larktale.com

For the Budding Chef: When it comes to play kitchens, Milton & Goose is, quite simply, the gold standard. Their Essential Play Kitchen is made to be thoroughly enjoyed throughout childhood, and then passed on to the next generation still in excellent shape. Crafted by Amish artisans from top quality maple wood, this kitchen not only is sure to delight your toddler, but it’s also actually guaranteed to look great in your home. $649, miltonandgoose.com

For Chilly Winter Days: Brrr, temperatures are dropping all over the country and no one wants their little one shivering during a day out and about! These oh-so-sweet mittens from celeb mama Lauren Conrad’s shop The Little Market are just the ticket to warm little hands. Not only are these cute mittens (from ages 12-18 months) handmade by artisans in Bolivia from Peruvian Alpaca wool, but proceeds from the purchase go towards supporting the livelihood of the makers. $24, thelittlemarket.com

For the Nursery: Designing a nursery or looking to upgrade your child’s playroom? As The Dude once said: A good rug really ties the room together! We love this Outer Space Kids Rug from Nico & Yeye. The Saturn motif means its gender-neutral and it’s beautifully handmade from 100 percent wool. It’s sure to put a smile on your baby’s face and last well into the toddler and big kid years. $120, nicoandyeye.com

For Your Little Rocker: It’s a fact: Little kids love rocking toys. This holiday season, we invite you to go beyond the rocking horse and switch it up on your home’s playroom ranch, Enter the Asweets Alpaca Rocker from Maisonette. Designed for ages 2 and up, this fuzzy friend has a warm smile and colorful blanket saddle. Honestly, we wish it came in adult sizes! $77, maisonette.com

For Safety’s Sake: Given that the pandemic is still a huge concern in daily life, no family can have enough masks on hand for their comings and goings. While it may be a struggle to keep a toddler masked up, perhaps it can be made easier when a mask is super cute and designed just for little faces. Paper Cape’s Organic Embroidered Face Mask features an irresistible bear face and adjustable side straps. Note: This mask is recommended for children age 2 and up. $15, papercape.com