This toy combines two of my 4 year old son’s favorites: water and music. The battery operated Yellow Submarine Bath Radio by Sonar Songs actually floats in the bathtub, according to the manufacturer. The AM/FM radio is protected by yellow rubber, and lets your child “rock out” or “chill out” in the bathtub, depending on his (and your) preferences.

The Yellow Submarine Bath Radio measures 6″ long x 4″ high and comes packaged in a clear gift box. It is designed to be used by kids of any age (with supervision, of course). You can purchase this unique bath toy/radio at KarmaKiss.com for $34.99. I think Santa will be bringing my son one of these!

This is a charming and sweet gift from mother to daughter. This Butterfly Make a Wish Necklace by Dogeared Daughter is a gold dipped butterfly on pink silk thread. The idea is that when the necklace wears off, your daughter’s wish will come true. The packaging also includes a message about Karma: “What goes around, comes around, wear your necklace as a reminder to keep the circle positive, peaceful and loving.”

This would be an appropriate birthday gift from a mother to a daughter of any age. Confidences and secrets between mothers and daughters are so special and so fleeting. Make the most of those special moments with your daughter before they become too “grown-up.”

You can view this item at babylaundryboutique.com, where it is priced at $30.00. Gift wrapping is available at an additional cost.

The Ciao Bella Sample Set for Babies and Children is made with all natural botanicals and pure essential oils which will gently cleanse, nourish and protect baby’s delicate skin. This collection is enriched with Aloe Vera, Vitamin E and Chamomile to enhance a calming and relaxing bath and bedtime routine. The set includes 85% organic body lotion, gentle bubble bath and tearless shampoo.

I think this would make a very appropriate and appreciated baby shower gift. Present this gift in a basket or bath tote and fill it with baby sponges, a hooded towel, and a few precious bath toys. You’ll have fun putting your gift basket together, especially when you’re adding such an elegant bath set for baby. Visit the Web site at jujubeaneboutique.com where you can purchase this item for only $16.

Thanksgiving is only a week away, so there’s no better time to buy a Thanksgiving-themed bib for your little one. This Pilgrim Kids Laminated Velcro Bib is made of laminated vinyl for easy wipe off. It also has a large bottom pocket to catch crumbs and little Thanksgiving dinner messes. Made by Mullins Square Kids, it’s covered with a pattern of Pilgrim children. It would be perfect for baby’s first Thanksgiving meal with the rest of the family. You can purchase one for $10.95 at SpiffyBaby.com.

This is an odd-looking toy — perhaps because it comes from Paris? Baby Pooki in a Box is made by Pooki & Co. and inspired by the illustrations of Marie Joxe-Collins. Described as “surreal,” Baby Pooki measures 3″ x 5″ and has a brown body with red pants. He comes in his own gift box. Also included in the box is the story of Baby Pooki’s birth. Baby Pooki is 100% polyester and machine-washable. He would make an unusual Christmas gift or stocking stuffer. You can view Baby Pooki at SpiffyBaby.com, where he costs $10.95.

This is so cute it took my eye right away. The Rasta Baby Onesie by Zion is perfect for the hip baby (or parents) in your life. (It is the onesie with the lion on the front in the above photo). Made from 100% cotton so it’s sure to be comfortable, this unisex screenprinted onesie has a snap crotch for easy diaper changes. It is available in sizes S (0-6 months), M (6-12 months), and L (12-18 months) at ViktorViktoriaShop.com for $16.99. It would make a cool holiday gift for a rasta baby!

Why is it that once a toddler has filled a container, he wants to dump it? I remember the Halloween when my son was 2, he went out trick-or-treating for the first time with his pumpkin container. When he got home, his favorite activity was to dump all of the candy he’d collected onto the floor, then put it back into the pumpkin, then dump it again. He didn’t even care about eating any candy, he was just having a ball dumping and re-filling the container.

That’s the beauty behind this Candy Jar Fill & Spill by Melissa & Doug. The candy jar is made of safe phalate-free plastic, and the “candy” consists of four soft, multi-textured toys that rattle, squeak, and jingle. Besides being fun for your child, this activity hones hand-eye coordination and helps to develop motor skills.

Recommended for ages 6 months to 3 years, this unique toy sells for $19.99 at HunkyDoryOnline.com. It would make a great holiday gift for your little one to find (and dump) under the tree.

When you go to the hospital to visit the new baby, take a pair of these soft No Scratch Mittens by Safety First.These are a part of baby essentials that always seem to disappear. These soft cotton mittens have gentle elastic wristband to hold the mittens in place. You might think of buying a few sets in the the same color, a lost mitten can be easily replaced. Visit BabyAnt.com where you can order this item for just $3.69 for two pair. They come in white, grey, brown, pink, and orange.

These 12″ Funny Feet Beanbag Soft Toys by Bestever would make adorable stocking stuffers this holiday season. Make sure you pick one for each stocking. Whether the recipient is a toddler or and older sibling, these Funny Feet are irresistible. I want to hug one myself, they look so soft and…well, huggable. If they’re going in a stocking over the mantle, be sure to tie a pretty holiday ribbon around them, maybe even a bow. But gift wrapping is also available for gift giving.

There are plenty of characters to choose from. It’s fun to try and match your child’s personality so they’ll have a more personal touch. Maybe include a Christmas card with the Funny Feet explaining why you chose that particular character for each child. Kids love to hear you explain what you think is so fascinating about them — don’t we all. Visit BabyAnt.com, where the Funny Feet are priced at just $12.99.

This is a Hand Embellished Giclee Portrait on Canvas by Colleen Phelon Hall. It’s a method that allows you to have a hand-embellished portrait created from your own digital photo. The photo image is printed as a high-quality gigclee on canvas and then the artist hand paints and embellishes the background, clothes,  hair, and some facial details to make each piece unique.The final image is 10×24.”

I think this would be a fantastic Holiday gift for the family. It’s so unique and because you get to choose your favorite moment to have embellished, it will have a priceless value. You can get more details at PoshTots.com. The listed price online is $795, so most of us will have to do a little financial planning to be able to have this done in time for the holidays. But I think it would be worth doing because it will be something that will remain in your family for, perhaps, generations. Travel safe and enjoy the Holidays.

Though $349.95 is an upscale price for crib bedding, the Red Baron Crib Bedding set by Banian is a bright and happy one that really gives bang for your buck. The quilt is crafted by hand, while the characters on it are created by Jim Edmiston. The pillow would make a nice accent for a nursery rocker and the entire thing would look pretty in a green or yellow room. The friendly characters suit a boy or a girl and are sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. A lush gift for a loving friend or relative, I found it at OneStepAhead.com.

Boasting a matching toaster and tea set, the Prairie Kettle by Kidkraft is pretty in pink and made of durable wood. I think the Prairie Kettle is a lovely addition to a child’s kitchen play set and will fit nicely into any décor—you’re really not limited to the play room. I can just see the delight on any of my niece’s faces upon opening a box containing this lovely item. For $24.95, it’s not a hit to the wallet at OneStepAhead.com. Easy gift giving? Buy all three pieces, add a Little House on the Prairie book, and have a meaningful set.

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Packaging is almost just as important and appreciated as the gift. Yes, this is another Teddy Bear, but it’s the little extras that make this an exceptional baby shower gift. The Beary Special Delivery Plush Bear and Bodysuit Gift Set comes boxed in a 7″x7″ x7″ special delivery gift box. The cuddly bear inside comes dressed in baby’s washable white body suit with a “Beary Special Delivery” decal on the front and  “This Side Down, Handle with Care” decal on the bottom.

You can also personalize the bodysuit with baby’s name and birthdate. Visit the Web site at TheCornerStork.com where you can order your special delivery for $24.99 (personalization included). Now that’s a good deal.

These “holiday” teepees by Beba Bean are available only for the season so if you’d like to place an order for these Santa Hat Pee-Pee Teepees don’t wait too long. I suppose they could work as a stocking stuffer. They’re just too funny to keep hidden, so make sure you have them displayed on top of baby’s changing table. Your guests will get a little chuckle out of it.

For the nursery that has everything, visit  uncommongoods.com to order your set for $14. Each set comes with a miniature cotton laundry bag. Made from 100% cotton so they’re machine washable. Enjoy the Holidays!

These Recycled Fleece Smittens are just in time for the cold weather, especially if you take your family up to mountains to see the snow. We city dwellers in the southwestern part of the country aren’t always fortunate enough to have snow falling in our front yards. So every year at this time we gather everyone into the family car and we’re off to see snow. Now these Smittens are something I’ve never seen before. The set includes a child-size mitten and an adult size mitten and one mitten that they both can share.

Visit uncommongoods.com to order your pair for $35. Available colors are Blue and Red. Enjoy the Holidays!