Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Nuna cudl clik
This baby carrier with an adjustable waistband and a breathable mesh fabric is designed to provide comfort and freedom for both parent and baby. Features four ergonomic carry positions and four magnetic locking buckles for easy and secure attachment. $250, for babies 8-35 lbs., nunababy.com
LILY Diaper Caddy Organizer
A natural, beautiful and practical solution for keeping all your baby essentials organized. Made from sustainable and eco-friendly seagrass. Features a removable divider in cotton canvas, making it easy to convert into a toy basket, picnic basket or multipurpose basket. Handcrafted using heritage techniques by fair trade certified Vietnamese artisans. $69.97, bebebask.com
Hushh+ Travel Sound Machine
Choose from 20 soothing sleep sounds or use the wireless speaker to create the perfect soundscape for a dreamy night’s sleep anywhere. The adjustable amber night light provides gentle illumination. Can be charged wirelessly. $49.99, ages birth+, yogasleep.com
Larktale Crossover Convertible Stroller/Wagon
Starting as a traditional single stroller that’s suitable for a newborn, the crossover converts easily into a single or double seater pull wagon with no tools needed. Features a large canopy and storage space. $499.99, birth to 50 lbs per seat, larktale.com
Ergobaby Evolve 3-in-1 Highchair
Support at every stage—an ergonomic highchair, a supportive chair (up to 220 lbs.), and an interactive kitchen helper (add-on). Converts in seconds with no tools required and has quick & easy fold for storage. Removable dishwasher-safe tray. $299, ages 6 months-3 years, ergobaby.com
CYBEX GAZELLE S
For growing families, this stroller can easily convert from a single to a double stroller and with the optional kid board, the stroller can accommodate 3 children. Designed to support 20+ configurations, it includes a removable shopping basket, a reclining and reversible seat. $799.95, birth – 5 years, cybex-online.com
My Little Zone Crib Sheets
These breathable and absorbent cotton fitted sheets meet all US CPSC standards. The elastic ensures a safe and secure fit. Designed in France. $29.95, mylittlezone.com
Head To Toe Wash
Gently clean without drying out baby’s sensitive skin and hair. Handcrafted with only EWG safest rated ingredients and available in closed loop refills for eco-conscious parents. $18, birth+, mybrightbody.com
Naturepedic Organic Nursing Pillow
Encased in soft organic cotton and filled with PLA made from non-GMO sugarcane. Made without polyurethane foam, flame retardants or harmful chemicals. Includes a waterproof, machine-washable cover. $119, naturepedic.com
Munchkin Milkmakers 5-in-1 Nursing Cover
Keeps baby nestled in a bubble of protection when breastfeeding in public. Made of soft and breathable fabric infused with silver-ion technology. Use it as a car seat cover, highchair cover, shopping cart protector and stylish infinity scarf in one. $19.99, munchkin.com
Olivia the Honey Bear
Lovingly handcrafted in Peru, this bear gives 10 meals to children in need. Comes with her own unique personality, birthday, favorite quote and wristband to foster self-love, confidence and empathy. $89, ages birth+, cuddleandkind.com
Follies, Baby Bauhaus Soft Blocks Set
The colorful, high-contrast graphics are designed to delight curious little minds and fingers as they puzzle over these super soft, sensory-rich blocks. Each set comes with Montessori-inspired activities for parents. $60, ages 0+, playfollies.com
SplashEZ Mold Free Bath Toys
This adorable baby bath set includes 5 mini whimsical animal friends——Tony Tiger, Leo Lion, Quentin Quail, Freddy Frog and Uma Unicorn. BPA-free with hole-less design eliminates odor, slime and mold. $9.99, birth+, amazon.com
Wonder Wheel Ball Drop
A colorful way for little ones to experiment with counting, color differentiation, and cause and effect. The faster the balls are put in, the faster the wheel will move. $15.99, ages 6+ months, sassybaby.net
Philips Avent Soothie Snuggle
A lightly weighted plush toy with a pacifier attached. Helps calm baby by securing pacifier in place while acting as a cuddly source of security. Detach for easy cleaning/sanitizing. $15.99, ages birth+, amazon.com
Before You: A Book by Me, Your Parent, from a Time When You Didn’t Exist
A timeless keepsake journal that supplies families with 200 prompts—coolest place you ever traveled, your best hidden talent, your secret hideout as a kid and more. $19.99, quirkbooks.com
The Strider Sport 2-in-1 Rocking Bike
Goodbye, rocking horse. A great way to learn balance and improve dexterity. Once they’ve mastered rocking, detach from the base to ride as a balance bike. $249.98, ages 6-18 months, striderbikes.com
Playskool Weebles My Smart House
Full of action on every floor—down the chimney and onto the bed, then off the bed and down the slide. Enjoy a virtual visit with grandma and grandpa. Then take another slide down to the kitchen for a snack and swing ride. $49.99, ages 12 months+, playmonster.com
Storypod
This adorable interactive system now features recordable stickers that can be placed anywhere for your family and friends to share special messages. Record stories, songs, memories and more for the kids in your life to enjoy over and over again. The system includes pre-recorded multisensory stories, music and more. $99.99, ages birth-6 years, storypod.com
My Recordable Storytime: Welcome Little One
Create lifelong memories by putting yourself into this beloved story so little ones can hear you read again and again. $24.99, ages birth+, read.sourebooks.com
Bebé Fuerte collection
Features a colorful palette of fitness themed and LatinX culture. Spanish motivational words and phrases are displayed on each toy so parents can share as they play with baby. $8.99 - $23.99, ages birth+, us.tomy.com
The First Years Sunset Baby Soother
Gently guide your baby to sleep with a soft red light. This supports the natural production of melatonin. $29, ages birth+, Walmart.com
Baby’s First Book of 44 SOUNDS
A research-based board book that includes all 44 sounds found in English to jumpstart baby’s language and literacy journey. Allows your baby to hear each sound used in a word and then pronounced in isolation. $24.99, ages birth+, smartnoggintoys.com
Peekapets
The plush and cuddly bunnies that add whimsy to the classic game for babies. Press their tummy and their ears will rise to reveal their eyes. $12.99, ages birth+, amazon.com
LeapFrog Fruit Colors Learning Smoothie
Learning is delicious with this cute, colorful cup. Swivel the straw to choose from five fruit flavors, and the cup will change color to match. The straw is also a teething toy for kids to nibble as they listen to fruit-themed sing-along songs. $10.99, ages 6 months +, leapfrog.com
12little Luxe Clutch in Toffee
For moms who like to walk on the wild side, this diaper clutch gets a fashion-forward update in a luxe version made with 100% vegan leather. Can be carried as a clutch or crossbody using the detachable webbing strap or can be swapped in with other 12little straps that are sold separately. $85, twelvelittle.com
Work, Parent, Thrive
Ditch guilt and manage overwhelm with these science-backed strategies. The friendly and supportive tips and anecdotes are designed to give working parents the tools they need to better manage the daily challenges and focus more on the joy. $19.95, shambhala.com
Olababy Rechargeable Electric Baby Nail Trimmer
Features gentle rotating filing pads, preventing potential damage to surrounding skin, cuticles, and nail beds. Equipped with a built-in LED light for optimal visibility. $49.99, ages birth+, olababy.com
Lullaby Earth Breathe Safe Breathable Crib Mattress
Non-toxic and waterproof with a removable washable and breathable pad. The dual-firmness design flips from a firm infant side to a cushion firm toddler side. $279, ages infant-toddler, lullabyearth.com
ABC Affirmation Baby Book
Teaches letters and helps build your baby and toddler's confidence with positive words and 26 affirmations. $12.99, ages birth+, kidsforculture.com
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This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Holiday Gift Guide 2023
