Christmas is right around the corner and shopping is underway. This year I was lucky enough to attend a toy conference virtually and got all the “ins” on all the amazing new and popular toys for the season. It was such a blast and I learned so much! I kept my eyes peeled for those of you that said you needed Christmas gifts for toddlers. These are just a few of my favorites this year. I’ve divided these gifts into stocking stuffers and gifts so it’s a little easier for you to look and shop!
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Top Stocking Stuffers for Toddlers
1| Brite Brush Baby Shark Toothbrush and Brite Brush Game Brush Toothbrush– We are MASSIVE Brite Brush fans in our house. Lawson has been using the Brite Brush Game Brush for several months now and it’s been a game-changer (see what I did there?) for learning to brush his teeth. We even went to the dentist after using it for a couple months and the dentist was so pleased with how his teeth looked! The Baby Shark Brite Brush and the Game Brush have engaging games to keep kids interested while brushing a full 2 minutes. They also have sensors and “score” your child after each brushing. 2| Oosh Hairy Slime– I’ve never met a toddler that didn’t love slime! Lawson pretty much asks to play or make slime daily. This Hairy Slime is a “surprise” slime with hair and toy bugs inside. Definitely a fun sensory experience for kids and allows for motor skills development. My advice is have your toddler play in a booster seat with a tray or over a table covered in parchment paper for less mess and easy clean up. 3| Melissa and Doug Water Wow Books– We have so many of these and I just love them. They’re amazing Christmas gifts for toddlers because they just take water and are totally reusable. I like to keep some Water Wow Books in the car for longer car rides.4| Crayola Color Wonder Coloring Pages– Learning to color is a huge milestone that helps toddlers learn fine motor skills. I don’t let Lawson use regular markers yet, so I love the Crayola Color Wonder Coloring Pages. They make no mess and teach toddlers to color only on paper. There are so many different kinds like Frozen, Daniel Tiger, Baby Shark, Toy Story, Fairytales, and even Paw Patrol. Each set comes with 5 markers and 18 coloring pages.5| Wet Brush– Toddlers are notorious for their beautiful hair getting knotted up while playing hard or sleeping hard. Once our family went to the Wet Brush, we never looked back. Both of our kids (and myself) have a Wet Brush and it is amazing for getting tangles out. If you fight with your toddler to brush their hair, this makes brushing SO much easier.
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Top Christmas Gifts for Toddlers
1| Baby Shark Dancing DJ– I got an awesome preview of this toy during the toy conference I virtually went to earlier this year. The Baby Shark Dancing DJ plays 7 popular songs and remixes including: the Baby Shark Song, Baby Shark Remix, Baby Shark EDM, Baby Shark Official Jauz Remix, Disco Sharks, Shark ABC, and Shark 123. This is one of my top toddler gifts because it teaches music, letters, and counting all while encouraging imagination and gross motor skills.2| PJ Masks Transforming 2 in 1 Mobile HQ– This 3 foot tall set features 5 levels of play and transforms from the PJ Masks Headquarters to the PJ Masks Seeker. This is an incredibly popular toy this year and absolutely why it’s on my top Christmas gifts for toddlers list. Lawson is getting the PJ Masks Transforming 2 in 1 Mobile HQ from Santa and I know he is going to love it! 3| Blues Clues and You Dance Along Blue Plush– Step by step and clue by clue – it’s Blue’s Clues & You! Kids will love to play along with Blue as they dance and sing with the Blue’s Clues & You! Dance-Along Blue Plush. This adorable interactive plush Blue includes Josh’s iconic Handy Dandy Guitar as a controller.4| Osmo– Lawson has been testing his Osmo for the past couple of weeks and absolutely loves it. It’s one of my more obvious favorites of the top Christmas gifts for toddlers because it incorporates STEM. We have the Little Genius Starter Kit and Little Genius Costume game. You’ll need an iPad or Fire with your Osmo Starter Kit to play. The Little Genius Costume game allows kids to learn colors, matching, comparing, recognition, and more. 5| Wriggleworms– I love the majority of the toys we get to have some kind of learning component to them. Wriggleworms is one of my top Christmas toys for toddlers because it builds fine motor skills, strengthens pencil grip, and teaches colors, numbers, and more. 6| 1-2-3 Build It Robot– STEM is even better when you start them young. The 1-2-3 Build It Robot is a great way to introduce toddlers to being imaginative, early engineering skills, and fine motor skills. It also pairs well with other 1-2-3 Built It sets! I’m excited for Lawson to try it out and appreciate all the STEM components it has.7| Cocomelon Musical Yellow School Bus– Let’s be real- toddlers are obsessed with Cocomelon. The songs are catchy and I somehow always end up singing along. The Cocomelon School Bus comes with a little JJ figurine and sings Lawson’s current favorite song- Wheels on the Bus. 8| Little Tikes DIY Cozy Coupe– Our Cozy Coupe is one of the most used items played with in our home. Lawson loves his traditional coupe, but I couldn’t help but love this DIY Cozy Coupe. It’s so fun and encourages creativity! The Cozy Coupe comes with 2 paintbrushes, 4 bottles of special paint, 8 markers, and a decal sticker sheet. 9| Nordic Stacking Stones– I love a good open-ended toy and that’s why these Nordic Stacking Stones are one of my top Christmas gifts for toddlers. I shared these on Instagram Stories a few weeks ago and the Nordic Stacking Stones are my most purchased item you all have grabbed from my links this season. Crazy! Creative play is so important and I love the spatial reasoning this teaches toddlers. 10| Play Doh Kits– This was the second most purchased toy that I shared on Instagram Stories this season and for good reason. Play Doh kits are so much fun! There are tons to choose from like Dinosaur, Frozen, Toy Story, Nativity, Ice Cream, Unicorn, and Space themed.
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Looking for the top Christmas gifts for girls? This is the place to be! Earlier this year I had the privilege to attend a virtual toy conference. It was amazing! I was able to talk one-on-one with the hottest toy brands and get sneak peeks of the newest toys of the season. To say it was a blast is a total understatement. After trying out our favorites and checking them out, I’ve compiled them all here. Toys will be in two categories- stocking stuffers and gifts. Enjoy!
Top Stocking Stuffer Gifts for Girls:
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1| Brite Brush Game Brush Toothbrush– We are MASSIVE Brite Brush fans in our house. Lawson has been using the Brite Brush Game Brush for several months now and it’s been a game-changer (see what I did there?) for learning to brush his teeth. Every Christmas I get a toothbrush for the stockings and I can’t wait for Addie to get her very own Game Brush. The Game Brush has engaging games to keep kids interested while brushing a full 2 minutes. They also have sensors and “score” your child after each brushing. If you’re the mom that adds a toothbrush into the stocking, seriously don’t miss this one. It makes brushing so fun and why it’s one of my top Christmas gifts for girls.2| Crayola Glitter Dots Keychains– There’s no denying that toddlers enjoy glitter. There’s also no denying that toddler parents hate it. These Crayola Glitter Dots Keychains offer a way for kids 3+ to enjoy glitter in a non-messy way and it’s why it’s one of my top Christmas gifts for girls! Just choose a glitter dot, squish it into the keychain, and BOOM- you’ve got sparkly art that they can clip onto a backpack or jean loop. 3| Color by Playfoam– Don’t want to take a chance with the glitter? We love the Color by Playfoam! It comes with 5 colors of playfoam, a fun dragon creation canvas with base, and a squish tool. This one is for ages 3+ as well and is non-toxic (though I’d still watch to make sure they don’t try to eat them!)4| Blume Flowerpot Girls and Petal Pets– We love Blume for their fun surprising reveals. They’re so fun and an absolute must as one of my top Christmas gifts for girls. Blume Flowerpot Girls has friends add water to the pot to see who blumes. There are 22 different kinds and each doll comes with mix and match accessories! You’ll find 10 surprises inside each pot. Blume Petal Pets is similar and comes with a surprise pet and bracelet inside. There are 12 different Petal Pets and charms to collect. I love the size of the containers they come in because they’re perfect for the leg part of the stocking!5| Disney Mickey and Friends Something Wild!– Our family fell in love with these games initially for the mini Funko Pop figures, but really enjoyed game play. Something Wild! is a quick and easy card game where you match cards to get special powers. The first player to get 3 powers wins! Not only is there a Mickey and Friends game, but you can find other fan favorites like Maleficent, Little Mermaid, and even Aladdin.
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Top Christmas Gifts for Girls
1| Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets– When I went to the Crayola booth during the toy conference I was blown away at the idea behind these. Addie loves arts and crafts, and I love things that can be created more than once. The Scribble Scrubbie Pets come with a pet, special marker, and other accessories. Draw or stamp a design on the pet and then just give your Scribble Scrubbie Pet a bath to start over. It’s a top Christmas gift for girls because it allows for tons of creativity, imagination, and of course, collecting all the different pets. I personally love the Peculiar Pets set, Peculiar Zoo set, Peculiar Pet Palace, and Beauty Salon. 2| Disney Doorables– Addie is getting 2 of these this Christmas. We are big Disney fans and I love finding new ways for her to remember the fun we had on her Make-A-Wish trip. Disney Doorables come in a multi-peek pack of either 5-7 collectible figurines or 24 collectible figurines. There are 64 to collect so each box is a complete surprise! There are also fun accessories like the Ultimate Collector Case, Enchanted Princess Playset, Frozen Ice Palace Playset, and Moana’s Hut. 3| Wonder Wings– When I choose toys for Addie (and as a choice for top gifts for girls) I always look for specific things. One thing in particular is that a toy must have bright colors. The Wonder Wings Unicorn Plush has the most adorable and bright rainbow wings. Kids can play with the Wonder Wings Unicorn or pull out the wings to make the unicorn fly! I love how this toy encourages imaginative play, creative expression, and hand-eye coordination. 4| Cuddle + Kind Doll– One gift I’m especially excited to gift is the Cuddle + Kind Chloe the Bunny. These hand knit dolls aren’t just any doll. When you purchase a doll, 1 doll provides 10 meals to children in North America and around the world. That alone is why it’s one of my top Christmas gifts for girls. Cuddle + Kind has won best toy award 4 years in a row, is fair trade, safety certified for newborn and up, and made from premium cotton. Use my link to get 20% off your purchase. 5| Chocolate Pen– If your girl likes to bake, you’ve gotta get the Chocolate Pen. The Chocolate Pen fills with chocolate so kids can draw or create colorful treats from molds. It comes with different colors of chocolate and a warming tray to keep chocolate ready for the pen! My advice? Put some newspaper or parchment down on the table before letting your girl have a blast with her Chocolate Pen. Baking cookies or making Rice Krispy Treats ahead of time is a great idea too for decorating!6| Osmo– STEM is where it’s at and girls are the future which is why Osmo is one of my top Christmas gifts for girls! Use your iPad or Kindle Fire with an Osmo Starter Kit. Children interact with actual hand held pieces and their iPad or Kindle Fire, bringing a child’s game pieces & actions to life (No WiFi necessary for game play). An Osmo base is included, an iPad is not included, both are required for game play. It’s such a fun way to incorporate STEM, interactive learning, and more. We love it! Check out other fun games like Detective Agency, Pizza Co., or the Coding bundle.7| Snapstyle Printable Masks– Do you know a budding fashion designer? Snapstyle Printable Masks are a fun way to uncover individuality and reflect interests. Use the Virtual Mask Creator to design a Snapstyle mask, print your design on the cotton panel sheets, then assemble your mask. Masks meet WHO guidelines once assembled. The pack comes with everything to make 4 masks. The only things needed are scissors, an iron, and a computer printer.8| VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam– If your girl can’t get enough of TikTok, making “tutorials”, and snapping photos- she needs the VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam. This one is SUPER HOT and selling out FAST. In fact, I had a hard time finding it in stock because it’s SO popular. She can create awesome videos on this HD video camera with a built-in microphone and special effects like time-lapse video. Swap in 20+ animated backgrounds to get chased by a T-Rex, go to outer space or become invisible with the included green screen fabric. Comes with easy on-camera editing, creativity tools and a tabletop tripod/selfie stick. The best part is video can only be uploaded to a computer via the included USB cable at parent’s discretion. 9| Star Stable Soul Riders– Got a girl with a love of reading? Step into the universe of the massively popular adventure game Star Stable, and follow four friends who discover their magic powers and learn that every girl can be a hero in this fantasy trilogy. These books are so immersive, have a female lead character, and is a great trilogy for any reading lover. Soul Riders is book 1, The Legend Awakens is book 2, and Darkness Falling is book 3. 10| Kindle Fire 7 Kids Edition with Pink Kid-Proof Case– Tech is the hottest thing for kids. Allow her to use apps, play movies, and more without worrying if the Kindle Fire screen will break. Has Amazon Kids parental controls which allow you to set educational goals, create time limits, and filter content.
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I don’t know about you, but I’ve been working on getting my shopping done early this year. I find it so much easier on my wallet if I spread out buying gifts for everyone, and I’m able to find some amazing deals. I’ve found some pretty awesome stuff for gifts over the past few weeks. It’s great to finally share my top Christmas gifts for Her with you!
1| SLIM Case from Grip2ü- iPhone 11 Series– If the woman in your life loves to capture memories, keep up on social media, or works on her phone but has butter fingers like I do, she needs the SLIM Case from Grip2ü. It’s got a Prevent the Drop™ grip band so she won’t drop her phone, and they’re interchangable for stylish customization. I absolutely love the Ultra-SLIM protection and I was even more excited to know it’s wireless charging compatible.I’m currently obsessed with the Tinsel Gold, but I keep switching between it and the Tinsel Red and Tinsel Silver. They’re all amazing and SO shiny! It’s one of the best top Christmas gifts for Her, especially if you’re looking for an awesome stocking stuffer.DISCOUNT CODE: Use code TINSEL15 for 15% off 11/16-11/25.
2| Halo Hand 2-Piece Set of Non-Toxic Polish in Go-To-Red and Halo Pink– I’m a sucker for a good nail polish. If this year has taught women anything, it’s that you don’t have to spend a ton of money for a good manicure. Not only that, but as we all strive to take care of our health, we can make easy, little changes with the products we keep in our home.When I discovered Halo Hand I was so excited. Their nail polish is 10-free (free of the ten most common and harsh chemicals typically found in nail polishes) and non-toxic! This is one of my top gifts for Her because not only are the ingredients amazing, but the nail polish is long lasting and chip resistant for about 10 days. Not only that, but Halo Hand has a soy based nail polish remover that is also clean and has no acetone in it! It made me so happy to find these non-toxic goodies.SPECIAL OFFER: Use code HELLOHALO for a free gift with your first purchase! They also have 25% off all orders right now and free shipping for orders over $50. Amazing!
3| Karen Neuberger Girlfriend Pajama Set in Midnight Floral– Everyone loves a good set of pajamas. This Karen Neuberger Girlfriend Pajama Set is one of my top Christmas gifts for Her because this is the softest, coziest set of pajamas I’ve ever had. The pajamas are made of 60% cotton and 40% polyester and are warm when needed, but cool enough to stay comfortable all night. Heck, wear them at night, while you work from home, or just to lounge- they’re amazing.WHERE TO BUY: Amazon | Dillard’s | Belk | Von Maur | Boscov’s
4| No nonsense Shortie Slipper Sock– We have a no shoe rule in our home. Every year for Christmas I give our nurses some version of a slipper or sock since they come into our home and can’t wear shoes. The No nonsense Shortie Slipper Socks are absolutely luxe and super soft and cozy. They’re so comfortable to wear and have non-slip grippers on the sole (great for our wood floors!) These slipper socks are a top Christmas gift for Her, especially as a stocking stuffer!PRO TIP: Apply your favorite lotion to your feet before wearing the No nonsense Shortie Slipper Socks. Your feet will thank you!
5| Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Booster– I’ve been known to gift many ladies in our family beauty products for Christmas. It’s so important to take care of your skin, and I love gifting things that support that idea of self care. Every woman deserves to feel pampered! I love this as one of my top Christmas gifts for Her paired with a gift card to get a massage or facial.I’ve been using the Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Booster during my morning and night regimen lately and love it. It’s clinically proven to strengthen and repair the skin barrier while adding hydration to skin. I have normal to dry skin this time of year, so Mineral 89 is super helpful before I apply my foundation. It’s formulated with Vichy Volcanic Water that’s uniquely rich in 15 minerals to fortify and protect skin from pollutants, stress, and fatigue, as well as hyaluronic acid, capable of holding 1,000 times its weight in water. The best part of it all? There are only 11 ingredients. It’s paraben-free, fragrance-free, alcohol-free, silicone-free, non-comedogenic, oil-free, and suitable for all skin types (including those with eczema, rosacea and sensitive skin.)DISCOUNT CODE: Get 25% off and free shipping on orders $50+ with code THANKYOU25 for their Black Friday Event.
So there you have it! My top Christmas gifts for Her. Grab them while you can and knock out as many amazing women in your life as possible from your list. Stay tuned for more amazing top gifts for Christmas for others on your list!
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When Mathew and I got married nearly 9 years ago in December, I immediately wanted a dog. I had always lived with a dog in my home while growing up and wanted that for us as newlyweds. By February we were on our way to pick up our grumpy cat/dog, Pearl. Pearl was itty bitty, had a Napoleon complex, and sat on the top of our couch like a cat. Pearl was our first baby and I still love having her snuggle up behind my head on the couch. She’s also the coziest little foot warmer in bed, just don’t tell her I love it!
Fast forward a few years and we fell in love with Winky, a rescue that a friend had been fostering. We’d never met Winky, but knew we had to have her after reading all about her. She was sweet, spunky, and extra cuddly. Mathew thought Winky was going to be his dog, but she took a huge liking to Addie. Winky has fit into our family so well, has become Addie’s protector, and has a special job in my upcoming children’s book! She’s the cutest one-eyed dog you’ve ever seen, promise!
There’s nothing like having a dog. We knew both of our dogs were meant for our family the second we saw their faces. They are a huge part of our family and are super spoiled in the best way. It’s hard not to love them extra hard- they’re pretty amazing!Pearl, Winky, and I are so excited because The Pack is coming to Amazon Prime Video this Friday, November 20th. The Pack on Amazon Prime is debuting in over 240 countries and territories and includes a whole 3 day weekend event called Packed Weekend with experiences and fun for you and your favorite doggo. It’s like Amazing Race- but for dogs, and you won’t want to miss it.
Here’s what I love about The Pack on Amazon– it’s a totally global, unscripted series that celebrates the amazing bond between humans and their dogs. It’s hosted by Olympic gold medalist, Lindsey Vonn and her co-host, canine Lucy. There are 12 teams of dogs and humans that will go on epic adventures across multiple continents. The prize? $750,000 for the duo and their favorite charity, with an additional $250,000 donated by The Pack during filming to multiple charities and animal rescue organizations in each country. So amazing, right?! It’s going to be so fun to watch, full of excitement, and even better- they’re giving to charities.
Pearl, Winky, and I will be relaxing this weekend and enjoying The Pack prime. I’m excited to meet the teams and see what adventures they face. Packed Weekend has tail-waggin’ treats, a pack walk challenge, and even more. I love the excuse to get the dogs playing more in the backyard and going out for a walk. It’s great for all of us and I know they’ll appreciate all the extra attention. I know Pearl will have fun barking at all the dogs on The Pack prime video too (haha). We’re going to be having so much fun and we hope you will too!
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Hands down the centerpiece to our Christmas decor this year is our King of Christmas tree. It literally is the best fake Christmas tree we’ve ever had. Growing up in Texas, we’ve always had fake Christmas trees. While I used to dream of having a real tree, as an adult I’ve found that fake are SO much easier, less messy, and worth the investment because they can be reused.
The King of Christmas tree we got this year is the third Christmas tree we’ve owned since we’ve been married, and absolutely the best. Our first tree was a hand-me-down, our second was the cheapest one we could get from Hobby Lobby, and then this year we finally got our King of Christmas Prince Flock. Immediately I noticed a difference with the King of Christmas tree.
WHAT I LOVE ABOUT THE KING OF CHRISTMAS TREES:Full, sturdy branches that fan out nice and wideNoticeably less gapsEasy assemblyLooks more realistic than most fake Christmas treesLights, if you choose, are put on very well and cords are hidden nicelyFlocking, if you choose, is extremely thick and does not come off easily. Noticeably less mess than a typical flocked treeNeedle tips are a mix of realistic and classicEasy storage and reusable
I know some people have strong opinions about fake vs real trees, but less clean up, less maintenance- it’s a no-brainer for me. I don’t even miss that “real tree smell” on my King of Christmas tree because I have essential oils that I use to scent my tree. I put drops of oil on little reed sticks and just shove them into the tree. They work out well! Some of my favorites are Northern Lights Black Spruce, Cypress, Winter Nights, and Believe from Young Living. All smell amazing and get the job done!
I decided to decorate our King of Christmas Prince tree with rose, light teal, and gold ornaments. We have a kind of boho vibe in our living room with some macrame pieces and this flowed perfectly with it. I also grabbed a galvanized metal tree collar. I was surprised to hear many people hadn’t heard about a tree collar but I absolutely love it. In the past our dog, Pearl, would pee on tree skirts, so I was glad to see this alternative and I’d have to wash them over and over by hand.
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