Tag: Christmas Gift Ideas for Babies
Hot Toy List for Toddlers 1-2 Years – Part 1
Natalie writes…In another installment from our Hot Toy List for Christmas 2008, I’ve put together cardboard toys, ride-ons, and trikes and bikes for the exciting age range of 1-2 where they are discovering a whole new world as they learn to walk, run, and pretend. Brands featured were Paperpod, Nume, Brio, Pintoy, Big Jigs, and [...]
Hot Toy List 08 – Under 1 Years
Natalie writes… In another installment from our Hot Toy List for Christmas 2008, I round up my favourite buys to wow your tot from the day they’re born! My selections are cool, stimulating to help develop their motor skills amongst other things, and there are even toys to kickstart your bambino’s love of pretend play [...]
The Hot Toy List for Christmas 2008
It’s been a busy few weeks chez bambino goodies because aside from tracking down our usual finds each days, we’ve been knee deep in research for toys for Christmas. I really dislike the toy lists that come out in mainstream press each year because they are so heavily commercial, with a big leaning towards TV characters, gadgetry and plastic.
Black HotRod Retro Racer Speedster
Until I saw this, I thought that ride-on cars were for when your bambino was over a year but this one is from six months onwards! This is a lightweight (10lb) foot to floor speedster which can be used both indoors and outdoors with big durable wheels and easy steering. It also comes in lilac [...]
My Lula Sapphire Christmas Selection
Tree Strapper £14 Lula Sapphire (no longer on sale) Chosen because: It’s soft, colourful, and interactive. We have had to remove her previous one (a gift from her grandpa) as she uses it to get our attention in the middle of the night by banging it repeatedly against the rails…much like prisoners run their cups [...]
Flowing Rhythm Mobile by Flensted
This beautiful mobile by Flensted Mobiles could actually go in any room. Made of card and assembled and balance by hand, it brings a minimalist, stylish touch to any baby room. £19.50 from Purves
Cow Wheely Bug
I can’t wait until my bambino’s old enough to enjoy a ride on toy like one of these Wheely Bug’s. They can ride, push, pull, or even cuddle up with this beautiful handmade toy. The multi-directional castors let your bambino head off in all sorts of directions and it can be used on all surfaces. [...]
Elephant Party Mobile by Flensted
The simple but mesmerising Elephant Party Mobile from Purves is one of the most popular mobiles in the world. There’s no music but who needs a lullaby when you’ve got enchanting elephants? At £11.50 this also makes great Christmas gift. I’ve also found it at Abobe Living for £10.50
Lamaze Toys
My bambino loves Lamaze toys which she first received as a gift and we have since added to the collection. Like many baby toys these days, they could only be described as odd looking but they’re very captivating. Stimulating colours, patterns, textures and activities seem to make these toys a firm favourite. Footfinder and Wrist [...]
Quirky Soft Toys for Christmas from Yellow Lolly
I love the Esthex soft toys at Yellow Lolly which have a unique quirkiness to them. Hand made in either a community centre or social workplace in Holland, these soft toys made from fleece, towelling cotton, and felt make beautiful christmas presents. From £19.50 at Yellow Lolly
Wooden Rocking Rabbit
Designed by Björn Dahlström for leading Swedish design company Playsam, this rocking rabbit would look at home in any style conscious tots bedroom this christmas. Made from wood and MDF with a black high gloss finish, it’s a very pleasant change from the traditional rocking horse. Suitable from 12 months. £88 from Little Baby Company
Thilde Pillow by Pia Eriksson
I have no idea why my bambino is so obsessed with the tags on various items around our home but it’s hilarious to watch her hunt them down with gusto, then lick, suck, rub, and hold them up for inspection before starting the whole thing all over again. I love this Swedish made Thilde Pillow, [...]
Elodie Details Stroller Bags
I was only thinking the other day how lovely it would be to have a more exciting footmuff/stroller bag for my pushchair so when I saw these I was very excited. Would I pay £84 whopping 99 for it? Hmmm, I don’t know but if someone was feeling very generous in their Christmas gifting, I [...]
Christmas Gift Suggestions
OK…after trying to ignore all of the warning signs because it’s November, I have to accept that people talk about Christmas before December these days and get in the spirit of things. Naturally this means that it’s Christmas gift ideas for babies for the next few weeks. Mind you, at least I have an excuse [...]
