The Best Gifts for Babies 0-18 months: Toys and Gifts 2023

The holidays are almost here! And gift buying for this young set depends if your buying for now or a few months ahead for we all know to well they grow pretty darn fast. So whether it’s a toy, baby skincare or book that doubles as a bath toy we have our favorite gift ideas that are worthy of making into your list for that special little in the family.

Here are 7 to check out and add to your gift list!

Luxe Bubbles: Apricot + Vanilla Gift Set, Tubby Todd

If you are looking for a luxe gift for a new mom or your favorite baby, some winter scents with this winter limited edition Apricot + Vanilla Gift Set from one of our favorite brands, Tubby Todd. The set includes an Apricot + Vanilla Hair + Body Wash, Everyday Lotion, and Bubble Bath. $78, Tubbytodd.com

Cry Babies Crawling Jenna Doll

At around 18 months, the toys start going from plushy to something a bit more interactive. While they may not be entirely ready for a complex puzzle, your baby may want something more at their speed as they head toward toddlerhood. With just a push of a button (at the back), this Cry Babies Crawling Jenna doll will crawl across the floor. So your baby can crawl along with the ‘baby’ or be encouraged to crawl. Jenna can also be given a pacifier, tickled and shake her rattle, and more. 18 months, $26.99, Target.com

I Love You, Baby – Waterproof Color Changing Magic Bath Book for Babies and Toddlers

Bath time is an excellent time to double up on reading with your little one. This compact I Love You, Baby Color Magic Bath Book from Mudpuppy will change into colors when in water, and not dull hues, bright and engaging, which is precisely the book that makes for a fun storytime -slash bath time. $8.49, Amazon.com.

Adora Potty Training Plush Set, Twinkle Star

It is never too early to get your babe in the potty frame of mind. This four-piece set includes all the plush one could want ( obviously, it is not an actual potty), such as a soft seat with three toys, such as a swirly-eyed poop, a laughing pee, and smiling toilet paper which helps to make the learning process of the potty train not so scary. &29.99, Ages 1+, adora.com.

Crawling learning time, but make it fun. This alligator toy will allow your baby to rest on top while learning gross motor skills and cognitive development by moving their arms and legs, making for fun tummy time and strength building. This is one of those toys that when we saw us editors had wish we had this when our kids were babies. Pretty genius. $90, Ages 4months +, walmart.com.

LeapFrog ABC’s & Activities Wooden Table

Toy Insider (toyinsider.com) knows their toys, and this is one of their top picks for babies. Your baby can spend hours with this activity table with the continuous learning fun it offers. There are touch-sensitive pictures, turning gears, a musical book page, and many opportunities to learn about letters, vocabulary, numbers, colors, and more. Best part maybe it will buy you some time to read, relax and sip on a latte while they play. $70, Ages 6 months +, target.com.

Bebe Fuerte Stack & Count Kettlebell Activity Toy

If your baby loves to work out with you, they will adore this soft and stackable ‘kettlebell’ toy. Not only will they learn to stack, which is an important gross motor skill, but they will get to learn the art of pretend play. $14.84, 6 months +, walmart.com.

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New York Society of Play Summer Camp and Classes

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Summer Game Camp</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">There are many who do not feel safe sending their children back out into the world with summer camp, this year. To serve those parents and keep the children connected and stimulated during this challenging time, we are offering NYSP Digital Summer Camp. The name of the game with NYSP Summer Camp is community. We have made a large effort to make our camp feel like a living space, with features including &ndash;</p> <p dir="ltr">- Role-Playing games familiar and new, led by our master storytellers!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Enriching electives such as Chess, World Building, Character Acting, Crafts, Drawing, and more!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Discussion and media screening rooms during lunch!</p> <p dir="ltr">- A digital campus!</p> <p dir="ltr">- Moderated chat hours!</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">Join us for a summer of games, friends, and more!</p> <p dir="ltr">Mon - Fri 10am - 2:30pm</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Roleplay Expeditions: Dungeons &amp; Dragons</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">No experience is required to join one of our Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our game masters have pre-made character sheets, so you'll be able to start playing the game right away! We adapt the rules of traditional Dungeons &amp; Dragons to make them more approachable to children of various ages. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop!&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr">Public games meet once per week, with different groups every time. Private games meet 1 to 2 times per week with the same group of kids. Since the players and the storyteller in the group are consistent, this enables us to tell epic tales of adventure together!</p> <p dir="ltr">&nbsp;</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Dungeons &amp; Dragons Junior</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">No experience is required to join one of our drop-in Dungeons &amp; Dragons games. Our Dungeons &amp; Dragons Jr. game provides a D&amp;D storytelling experience without character sheets. Battle in dungeons, search for relics, and make new friends in our one-of-a-kind Dungeons &amp; Dragons workshop! A great way to introduce young children to D&amp;D so they can eventually move onto the main game.</p>

Plugged in Band

<div>Plugged In is a nonprofit program that offers online programs to student&nbsp;musicians (Ages 10-18) in a non-competitive environment and provides band and individual performance opportunities in support of community and charitable causes.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Our programs include:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Rock Band Classes</div> <div>Private Music Lessons</div> <div>Summer Camp</div> <div>Digital/Audio Production</div> <div>Songwriting and Recording Workshops</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Oh and hey parents, we are now offering private music lessons and our rock band program for adults too. Reach out to us for more information.&nbsp;</div>

iCAMP

<p dir="ltr">Prepare for the future, and have fun along the way!</p> <p dir="ltr">Get ready for a truly transformative experience with iCAMP - a premier STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art/Design Mathematics) program that empowers students to go from technology consumers to creators! Our unique project-based approach is designed to make learning a blast while building students' proficiency in the very technologies that are poised to change the world.</p> <p dir="ltr">We understand that children today have unparalleled access to technology, which is why our program places a strong emphasis on responsible and constructive usage, tailored to each age group. But we don't stop there - at iCAMP, we believe in creating well-rounded, productive, and highly capable students, which is why our curriculum also incorporates design, farming, nature, mindfulness, creativity, and craftsmanship.</p> <p dir="ltr">Since our launch in mid-2018, we've had the pleasure of welcoming over 1,000 students between the ages of 3-13 to our STEAM programs. With locations in NYC, the Hamptons, and Westchester, we're always growing and expanding to better serve our community. Our core value is to create educational programs that children genuinely enjoy, so we hope to see you soon and join us on this exciting journey!</p> <p dir="ltr">STEAM Topics Include:</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Coding</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Robotics</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Studio and graphic art</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Science</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Video game design</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">3D printing, and more!</p> </li> </ul>