It’s a fact that Christmas is infinitely more fun when you’re a kid. There’s the whole Santa thing, it’s school holidays, you get a wholeee lot of presents, and life is infinitely more simple. Christmas gets a little less magical the older you get, but never fear! You get the chance to create the Christmas magic for the tiny people in your life. So for any babies and toddlers in your life — your cute nephews, your bestie’s new baby, or even your own — we’ve pulled together the best baby toddler and kid appropriate Christmas gifts for 2025.
I don’t have a toddler or a baby, but I seem to be surrounded by people who do. So I’ve gone ahead and done the Lord’s work and asked them what to buy their small children because I have no bloody idea. Here’s my running list of baby, toddler and kids pressie ideas, so you can simply ‘add to cart’.
If you’re looking for ideas for kids older than six or seven, just ask ’em. Those cheeky buggers usually have a list a mile long.
You’re welcome!
21 Christmas Gift Ideas For The Babies, Toddlers & Kids In Your Life
Electric Crawling Octopus Toy
IDK what it is about a sassy octopus scurrying across the floor, but small children seem to absolutely love this toy. It shakes, rolls and dances along to music, so the two of them can have a boogie sesh together.
Image: Amazon.
Purebaby Gingham Sun Hat
No hat, no play (is that still a thing?). These bucket hats from Purebaby are the bloody cutest for the little tots in your life. A very sensible, sun-safe gift.
Image: Purebaby.
LEGO Ice Cream Trip with Bluey
It’s a right of passage to own LEGO growing up, so why not give the little one in your life their first set? Or if they’re already obsessed, this Bluey ice cream van set will quickly become their favourite.
Image: LEGO.
Hey Doodle Reusable Colour In Placemat 123 – Sugar & Spice
Parents are going to love you for this one. This reusable colouring-in placemat is for all those times the fam is at the pub, and the kids are bored AF. It should provide enough entertainment to get them through a meal. It also comes with markers, so they’re good to go right away!
Image: The Memo.
Living Textiles 2 Pack Organic Cot Fitted Sheet
Styling a baby’s room is one of the best parts of the lead-up to having a baby, so an excellent idea is to give a gift that benefits both the new mum and the bub. We love this two pack of organic cotton fitted sheets from Living Textiles.
Image: The Iconic.
Izimini Baby Chair – Sailor
Izimini Baby Camping Chairs are a beautiful gift idea leading into summer. They’re lightweight, easy to fold up, and come with a carry cover and attachable tray for snack time.
Image: Baby Bunting.
Speedo Kids Skoogle Goggles
Given we’re in the throes of summer, a cute set of goggles is a wonderful (and affordable) gift idea.
Image: Speedo.
Mini Vespa GTS Super 6V Motorised Ride On
You’ll be the coolest aunty/uncle for LIFE if you give them this mini Vespa. Seriously, imagine how much street cred they’d get zooming around on this bad boy?
Image: Target.
Puma Smash V2 Suede Kids – Unisex
The up-and-coming fashion icon needs to kick off their shoe collection nice and early, and these Puma Smash sneakers are a great place to start.
Image: The Iconic.
Trixie Mr Lion Backpack
No matter what age your little giftee is, a backpack is always super handy.
Image: The Memo.
Sophie The Giraffe Teether Set
These Sophie the Giraffe teething toys aren’t only adorable, they’re also super handy.
Image: The Memo.
Guess How Much I Love You
A cute and classic baby book like Guess How Much I Love You is always a great gift idea.
Image: Dymocks.
Jellycat Bashful Bunny
Jellycats are just the cutest, softest plush toys on the market, and I can’t be convinced otherwise. They come in a range of different colours and animals, so you can find one that suits the giftee. They’re also having a moment with adults RN, so you can get mum and her mini me a matching pair.
Image: The Iconic.
Cotton On Kids Mask & Snorkel Set
A snorkel set is a fun gift idea for those slightly older kids keen to explore what’s below the surface of the ocean on their beach adventures.
Image: Cotton On Kids.
Cotton On Kids Florence Flower Sunglasses
These sunnies are just so damn cute, you can’t not buy them!
Sammy The Seagull Dive Buddies Set of 6 in Multi
Dive Buddies are a great gift for water lovers who are about to spend all summer in the pool. Sunnylife offers a range of cute options, from mermaid kits to sharks, snakes, and lizards.
Image: Myer.
Make It Real Best Day Ever Deluxe Jewellery Studio
It really will be the best day ever when the artsy diva gets her hands on this jewellery-making kit and makes you a bespoke necklace.
Image: Target.
Paw Patrol 6V Mini Quad Bike Ride On
These mini quad bikes are becoming increasingly popular (and affordable). Just be sure to get the parents’ approval before you unleash their child’s inner speed demon.
Image: Target.
Princess Dress-Up Toys and Jewellery Set
Remember these princess dress-up sets? They’ll have the little diva in your life clicking and clacking all over the house. It even comes with clip-on earrings, a tiara, rings and necklaces, so they’ve got the full princess set.
Image: Amazon.
Razor A Scooter
Scoot scoot! This scooter is perfect for any kid who wants tear around the backyard. Just make sure they don’t bang it on their ankles (ouch).
Image: Big W.
Mamas & Papas Rocking Horse Bugsy
A rocking horse is all I ever wanted as a child, and this cute one from Mamas & Papas is bound to establish you as your giftee’s favourite aunt or uncle.
Image: Myer.
Now go forth and put a smile on their dial!
Image Credit: Big W / LEGO / Jellycat / Target / Cotton On Kids / Amazon / The Iconic
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