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Throughout childhood years children get gifted many toys. While we may not think much when we buy a plastic toy for the next childs birthday party, its the parents of the child who need to deal with a huge load of toys after each birthday. Many of the toys are repeats of already owned toys or something the child is not really interested in. The result is a lot of waste.

Gifting a toy is not the only option when want to a gift a toddler.

Here are some non-toy gifts for toddlers that will not only stand out as unique but also be appreciated by the family receiving it.

10 NON-TOY GIFTS FOR TODDLERS

An Experience

Tickets to a play, puppet show, a reading of their favorite book, a special restaurant, tickets to a guided tour of the local zoo, museum, or national park. All of these make fun experience gifts for toddlers.

Activity Subscription Boxes

Subscription boxes are like a gift that keeps giving. Older toddlers love art and craft and these days there are many subscription box services of the same.

Example of activity gifts for 3 year olds

Firstcry Intellikit

Flintobox

Magic Crate

Books

One of my favorite non-toy gifts for 1-year-old is the Julia Donaldson Classics series. Toddlers will enjoy the sing-song rhyming storytelling of Julia Donaldson.

Other than this book collection you can also look for unique book titles that the child may not already own.

Some books that I enjoy gifting are,

When I grow up- Noella Menon

Knock Knock!- Kaori Takashaki

The Tiny Seed – Eric Carle

Peep Inside Animal Homes – Anna Milbourne

A Class

Find a local class that the child can participate in. Something that aligns with their interests. There are options like Baby Gym Classes and Baby Music Class. (1 year and up) or Toddler Drama Class, and Skating (perfect for 3-year-olds)

Musical Instruments

One of the best gifts to give a 2-3-year-old is some sort of age-appropriate musical instrument. Musical instruments like a Toddler Drum Set, Casio or harmonica are great first musical instruments for a child to own.

Money/Gift card Amazon or Target

A gift card to Amazon or Target is always a great non toy gift idea. Most parents already have a wishlist of their own and you can help them tick a few boxes off the list.

Piggybank

I remember the time I recieved a piggy bank as a child . I was so excited and got around to using it immediately. All the birthday money I received went into my piggy bank and at the end of the year, I could buy anything I want with that money. This practice taught me the value of money, saving and delayed gratification.

Binoculars/ Magnifying glass

Toddlers are just beginning to make sense of the world they are growing in. Gifts like binoculars and magnifying glass can be used for nature trails or on walks around the house to observe the life of different living creatures. They help create curiosity for nature.

These are unique gifts that are sure to receive a lot of appreciation from parents of the child. Perfect gift ideas for toddlers who have everything.

Customized Accessories

Nowadays there are many online stores that design customized accessories including bath towels, water bottles, and lunchboxes. These not only make a unique gift for toddlers but are also practical.

I love these customized kids blankets by Stork Wares. They are soft, made with minky fabric and come in so many cute designs. Any child would love to own a cute blanket with his name on it.

Handmade Gifts

There is something about receiving a handmade gift, it evokes a feeling of gratitude and love. Handmade gifts like hand-knit sweaters, mittens, handmade patchwork play mat are thoughtful and unique non toy gifts for toddlers.

For more on meaningful toys and gifts read the posts below,

How to select learning toys for children

Memorable birthday return gift ideas

What are some of the non toy gift ideas you tried? Do you have some unique ideas of your own? Leave me a comment below.

The baby season seems to have hit us. New moms receive so many repeat gifts most of which go unused. To make sure you bring a newborn gift that impresses the new parents, here is a list of unique new baby gifts. Each of these gifts is gender neutral making it even easier to make a correct choice for the new parents.

Before we start I want to make it a point you don’t forget about the new mommy, here is a list of unique gifts for new mom.

Let’s get started,

UNIQUE NEW BABY GIFTS

Diaper cake

This is one idea that is unique and practical at the same time. One search on Facebook for a diaper cake and many mom run shops pop up.

I have used such services many times now, it’s a great way to support mompreneurs and present a diaper gift that parents are not expecting. Diaper cakes can be made based on a theme or color scheme of your choice.

Modern cloth diapers

When I was first started building my son’s cloth diaper stash there was nothing I wanted more than a cloth diaper as a gift. Modern cloth diapers are quite an expensive buy when you are building a stash and often puts a strain on the family budget. You can help them with a few cloth diapers as a new baby gift.

Not many people use this as an idea so it will come as a pleasant surprise to the new parents. There are many Indian companies making these modern cloth diapers. Here are some of my favorite cloth diaper brands in India; Superbottoms, and Bumpadum

Superbottoms Cloth Diapers
Bumpadum Organic Cloth Diaper- Rhapsody

Personalized Baby Blankets

Don’t just get any baby blanket, get one personalized with the child’s name on it.

This gift will definitely get the “Awww’s” and become a cherished baby item for the new parents.

Baby hand cast

This is a personalized gift that the new parents will treasure. A unique way to capture babies growing moments in a cast form. The cast can be made into a keepsake or added to a frame for the wall.

New baby photoshoot

New parents want to click as many pictures as possible of their little ones. Not many can afford an additional expense in the form of a newborn photo shoot. Goes without saying this gift will stand out from the rest.

Baby carrier

A baby carrier is essential for a new mommy who lives in a nuclear setup. Strap baby in and go about doing your household chores. No need to stress about the baby crying in the crib or rocker as you complete your chores. A baby wrap style carrier is perfect for the newborn stage.

Anmol Baby Carriers – Daabu Chevron Grey

Motorola baby monitor

A baby monitor is one of the big-ticket expenses on a new parents list. The Motorola baby monitor features an LCD monitor, remote pan, title and zoom, infrared night vision, room temperature monitor and five lullabies.

Milestone cards or blanket

Don’t have a big budget but still want to add something unique as a baby gift. Milestone cards are in trend right now. Every new mom is taking monthly pictures the first year of baby’s life, a milestone card enhances that monthly photo. There are many varieties to choose from, take a look here;

Baby’s First Milestone Cards
Pearhead Baby Milestone Stickers

Baby Milestone Blanket

Play gym

A play gym engages the baby as mommy and daddy get a break from parenting. Play gyms help with hand-eye coordination, and motor skills, and encourage movement.

Some play gyms can be converted into a mini tent as the child grows. This multifunctional gift then grows with the child providing many warm memories along the way.

Gift card

There were many times in those initial months with the new baby when all we wanted was a gift card or some cash. For example, Amazon has an Amazon email gift card that can be sent by email.

I like giving gift cards because they are customizable according to my budget. At the same time, the receiver can decide what to buy leaving the guesswork out.

We received many of these unique new baby gifts when we first brought our baby home, my favorite was receiving a lovely Anmol baby wrap. That baby wrap was my introduction to babywearing and helped me in the initial months as we settled into a routine.

What were some of the unique baby gifts you received? Which one did you want the most?

10 Best Non Toy Gifts For Toddlers