There’s something to be said for creating these holiday gift guides every year. They are a LOT of work, but they’re also deeply satisfying. I love being able to help give you tried-and-tested gift ideas for your loved ones. My policy has steadfastly remained that brands can’t buy their way into the guides — and that’s true again this year.
In 2017, five years after my first-ever gift guide, I’ve gone back to my roots and created a series of guides to make it easier to find what you’re looking for: babies, little ones, big kids, teens and adults. In them, you’ll find ideas for stocking stuffers and WHOA gifts alike.
Each guide will launch every few days in the coming weeks and — the best part — is that one very lucky reader will win everything featured in a given guide. So that’s five distinct guides and five big winners. You’re free to enter each one; there’s no limit to the number of times you can win.
So get your lists ready, because this game is afoot.
HERE WE GO-HO-HO WITH PART 1 OF THIS YEAR’S GIFT GUIDE!
Baby holiday gift guide
OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG
What is it? Yeah, yeah…it’s not technically for the baby. But this all-leather diaper bag, designed by moms, is perfect for babies-on-the-go. It has all the pockets you’ll need for a walk to the park or a plane ride with your infant. There are feet to protect the bottom of the bag and it comes with an optional crossbody strap, which was always a must for me. And one day — when diaper bags are a thing of your past — you’ll be able to use this as a work bag because it fits even 17″ laptops comfortably.
How much? $295
Where can I buy it? At Oemi Baby.
ECO CHIC MOVEMENT GIFT SET
What is it? A gorgeous Canadian lineup of 100 per cent all natural baby lotions, creams and oils. This is a line I first used with Miss Q many years ago and it’s as beautiful today as it was then. The diaper cream is effective but gentle and that baby oil saw lots of massages in our house — well past the toddler years. (You can also check out this brand at The Healthy Moms Fall Marketplace during the BabyTime Show, Nov 10-12, 2017.)
How much? $49.99 for the set
Where can I buy it? At Eco Chic Movement.
DOODLE & CO POP PACIFIER
What is it? Even though neither of my kids were hot on soothers, the Pop Pacifier would definitely have been one that I would have tried. Between the awesome colours and the fact that it’s made from 100 per cent silicone, the bonus is that when it drops, the nipple automatically pops back into a protective case. (You can also check out this brand at The Healthy Moms Fall Marketplace during the BabyTime Show, Nov 10-12, 2017.)
How much? $16
Where can I buy it? Baby on the Hip.
ezpz mini mat
What is it? When we first started feeding the kids solids, I would often toss food right onto their high chair tray. But when we moved them up to the table and took the tray off, we would have loved using something like this to make mealtimes fun for our toddlers but easy for the cleaner-uppers. The ezpz mini mat design will also work well for kids who don’t like their food touching. This version is also small enough to roll up and take with you to restaurants! (You can also check out this brand at The Healthy Moms Fall Marketplace during the BabyTime Show, Nov 10-12, 2017.)
How much? $29
Where can I buy it? Baby on the Hip.
KIZINGO ERGONOMIC SPOON
What is it? The coolest spoon ever for your little eaters! Most spoons simply aren’t designed for babies with not-the-best dexterity and small-motor control that’s still developing, but Kizingo’s version is shaped in every direction to support small hands. Plus, hello — fun colours! (You can also check out this brand at The Healthy Moms Fall Marketplace during the BabyTime Show, Nov 10-12, 2017.)
How much? $11
Where can I buy it? Baby on the Hip.
STONZ INFANT SET
What is it? Our kids lived in STONZ Booties and thumbless Mittz when they were infants and toddlers. I loved that I could pull the Booties on right over top of their little Robeez or other shoes to give some protection from the cold while still allowing them to practise walking without being loaded down by too-heavy winter boots. And getting small, busy hands into the infant Mittz is a breeze — meaning you can get out the door faster and with fewer frustrations. There are so many different colours and characters from which to choose that it makes it easy to find something perfect for every baby’s personality.
How much? Starting at $31.99
Where can I buy it? Booties and Mittz can be found at Stonz.
Win it all!
One lucky winner will win everything featured in this gift guide, valued at nearly $500! Please review the contest dates, terms and conditions carefully in the Rafflecopter widget. Lots of luck to everyone who enters, and happy holidays.
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DISCLAIMER: Products provided to MommyGearest.com for gift guide inclusion are for consideration only; there is no guarantee when a brand submits a product that it will be chosen for the guide. All items are carefully vetted before they appear in the guide and brands are not allowed to pay to appear. Some photos provided by brands.
Sarah says
I’m excited for the Stonz infant set. Thanks!
Sarah says
I’m excited for the Stonz infant set. Thanks!
Maritess S says
I am excited to try the KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON. I like to know if it aids in developing the toddler’s motor skills.
Maritess S says
I am excited to try the KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON. I like to know if it aids in developing the toddler’s motor skills.
Shirley OFlynn says
I am most excited about the mini mats.
Shirley OFlynn says
I am most excited about the mini mats.
Nicole B says
My favorite is the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG
Nicole B says
My favorite is the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG
Joni says
I’m excited for the EZPZ MINI MAT, needed that for my brothers kids, one sometimes still dumps their food. and theres a new one on the way
Joni says
I’m excited for the EZPZ MINI MAT, needed that for my brothers kids, one sometimes still dumps their food. and theres a new one on the way
Krista Miller (@MillerKrazy) says
The EZPZ mini mats are awesome! Like how the food is separated for kids & how easy it is to transport.
Krista Miller (@MillerKrazy) says
The EZPZ mini mats are awesome! Like how the food is separated for kids & how easy it is to transport.
Bernice says
I would be most excited to try the Doodle & Co Pop Pacifier , My Daughter is expecting her 2nd baby in June 2018 and all the prizes would be awesome to win for her
Bernice says
I would be most excited to try the Doodle & Co Pop Pacifier , My Daughter is expecting her 2nd baby in June 2018 and all the prizes would be awesome to win for her
LisaM says
The mini mat looks super cute!
LisaM says
The mini mat looks super cute!
Robyn Bellefleur says
I am most excited about the EZPZ Mini Mat.
Robyn Bellefleur says
I am most excited about the EZPZ Mini Mat.
Shirley Shepherd says
I am most excited about the EZPZ Mini Mat.
Shirley Shepherd says
I am most excited about the EZPZ Mini Mat.
hmrcarlson says
The Mini Mats seem like a fun idea!
hmrcarlson says
The Mini Mats seem like a fun idea!
Cheryl H says
i am most excited for th ezpz mini mat! Looks so cute
Cheryl H says
i am most excited for th ezpz mini mat! Looks so cute
lncleslie says
Great gift guide!!
I could really use EZPZ MINI MAT!
lncleslie says
Great gift guide!!
I could really use EZPZ MINI MAT!
Pam says
I love the parkside diaper bag, it looks fabulous and does not shout baby…hurray!
Pam says
I love the parkside diaper bag, it looks fabulous and does not shout baby…hurray!
Aimee says
Stonz infant set and the mats are nice. Great prizes
Aimee says
Stonz infant set and the mats are nice. Great prizes
Christine Topley says
I am most excited about the Stonz infant set. With my grandson due in early February, he’d surely would use them to keep himself warm and toasty on our cold winter days.
Christine Topley says
I am most excited about the Stonz infant set. With my grandson due in early February, he’d surely would use them to keep himself warm and toasty on our cold winter days.
Tammy Dalley (@Tammykayv) says
I love the Stonz infant set!
Tammy Dalley (@Tammykayv) says
I love the Stonz infant set!
Soozle says
I am excited to try the EZPZ MINI MATs – very cool looking and practical
Soozle says
I am excited to try the EZPZ MINI MATs – very cool looking and practical
Amanda Timlick says
The diaper bag is beautiful
Amanda Timlick says
The diaper bag is beautiful
Rosanne Robinson says
These are all awesome choices, my favourite is the super cute EZPZ Mini Mat.
Rosanne Robinson says
These are all awesome choices, my favourite is the super cute EZPZ Mini Mat.
tiffanycho15 says
The Stonz infant set is my fav!
tiffanycho15 says
The Stonz infant set is my fav!
Dianne G says
I like the ezpz mini mat. It looks like a great product for when babies are starting to eat on their own that would make clean up easier.
Dianne G says
I like the ezpz mini mat. It looks like a great product for when babies are starting to eat on their own that would make clean up easier.
Heidi Pawluk says
Love the EZPZ mini mat – so colorful and the wee ones hopefully would love forward to their meals using this mat….I love it.
Heidi Pawluk says
Love the EZPZ mini mat – so colorful and the wee ones hopefully would love forward to their meals using this mat….I love it.
DebH says
The Stonz infant set is my favourite!
DebH says
The Stonz infant set is my favourite!
jan says
I would love to try the KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON
jan says
I would love to try the KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON
toni v says
I’m most excited about the STONZ INFANT SET, what an Epic giveaway!
toni v says
I’m most excited about the STONZ INFANT SET, what an Epic giveaway!
Jen Eiserman says
The ergonomic spoons look so neat!
Jen Eiserman says
The ergonomic spoons look so neat!
Melinda says
The Stonz infant set is my fav!
Melinda says
The Stonz infant set is my fav!
sarah alexis says
I know it sounds silly but I think I’m most excited about the KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOONs! they are very cool. I mean obviously I love EVERYTHING on this gift guide!
sarah alexis says
I know it sounds silly but I think I’m most excited about the KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOONs! they are very cool. I mean obviously I love EVERYTHING on this gift guide!
Mike Gismondi says
I really like the EZPZ mats!
Mike Gismondi says
I really like the EZPZ mats!
Christine D says
The Stonz infant set and the mats are two in tealky looking forward to using! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
Christine D says
The Stonz infant set and the mats are two in tealky looking forward to using! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
Whittney A says
I’m excited to try those spoons! Will be putting on my holiday list for sure! Thanks!
Whittney A says
I’m excited to try those spoons! Will be putting on my holiday list for sure! Thanks!
clairebelletazlover says
there is so much to be excited about but the STONZ INFANT SET is awesome my niece is always pulling them off this way she might not
clairebelletazlover says
there is so much to be excited about but the STONZ INFANT SET is awesome my niece is always pulling them off this way she might not
Violet Smith says
I love those spoons, what a neat idea. Perfect for those little hands
Violet Smith says
I love those spoons, what a neat idea. Perfect for those little hands
Andrea d says
I’m so excited about the Oemi diaper bag – I love how nice it is!! It’s like a purse!
Andrea d says
I’m so excited about the Oemi diaper bag – I love how nice it is!! It’s like a purse!
Silvia D says
so hard to choose but do like the ECO CHIC MOVEMENT GIFT SET
Silvia D says
so hard to choose but do like the ECO CHIC MOVEMENT GIFT SET
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
The ECO CHIC MOVEMENT GIFT SET is what I’m excited the most by, what a marvellous idea this is.
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
The ECO CHIC MOVEMENT GIFT SET is what I’m excited the most by, what a marvellous idea this is.
Judy hunting says
I am most excited about the STONZ INFANT SET
Judy hunting says
I am most excited about the STONZ INFANT SET
aly3360 says
I am most excited for the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG. I bought a traditional diaper bag, but it’s already getting too small and i’d love something a little more chic!
– Amber Y
aly3360 says
I am most excited for the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG. I bought a traditional diaper bag, but it’s already getting too small and i’d love something a little more chic!
– Amber Y
Ira says
I’d love to try ECO CHIC MOVEMENT products the most.
Ira says
I’d love to try ECO CHIC MOVEMENT products the most.
Erin N says
These gifts are all so awesome, but I am most excited about the Eco Chic products!
Erin N says
These gifts are all so awesome, but I am most excited about the Eco Chic products!
Jennifer P. says
It all looks great but I am most excited about the Stonz Infant Set.
Jennifer P. says
It all looks great but I am most excited about the Stonz Infant Set.
Anita D. says
Such an awesome giveaway! I would love any of these great products. I am
The most excited about the diaper bag. Gorgeous!
Anita D. says
Such an awesome giveaway! I would love any of these great products. I am
The most excited about the diaper bag. Gorgeous!
CalviN F. says
I like the mini mats and the eco lotions
CalviN F. says
I like the mini mats and the eco lotions
Lauren says
This is an amazing giveaway! I love the ezpz mat and stonz boots, but haven’t had the opportunity to try the others. What great products !
Lauren says
This is an amazing giveaway! I love the ezpz mat and stonz boots, but haven’t had the opportunity to try the others. What great products !
Cheri Poggensee says
KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON!!
Cheri Poggensee says
KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON!!
Vanessa L says
I’m most excited about the Oemi Baby “PARKSIDE” Diaper Bag. I love that it’s not too girly and my husband would like the design too!
Vanessa L says
I’m most excited about the Oemi Baby “PARKSIDE” Diaper Bag. I love that it’s not too girly and my husband would like the design too!
Janine says
I love the spoons! I’ve never seen them before! My little guy is hypermobile so these would be great to help him out with eating!
Janine says
I love the spoons! I’ve never seen them before! My little guy is hypermobile so these would be great to help him out with eating!
Kris says
Eco chic products are AMAZING. And bonus she is from my town. Love to support local ? Used the belly butter all through my pregnancy and loved it. No stretch marks either!
Kris says
Eco chic products are AMAZING. And bonus she is from my town. Love to support local ? Used the belly butter all through my pregnancy and loved it. No stretch marks either!
Tracy says
Most excited about the ez pz mat! My little one is about to start solids, so this would be perfect!
Tracy says
Most excited about the ez pz mat! My little one is about to start solids, so this would be perfect!
Caitlyn Oxner says
Love the EZPZ mats!
Caitlyn Oxner says
Love the EZPZ mats!
Marlene J says
The OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG
Marlene J says
The OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG
Melanie Aumont says
most excited about the Eco Chic products! they are the best
Melanie Aumont says
most excited about the Eco Chic products! they are the best
Amy Heffernan says
Love the Stonz infant set!
Amy Heffernan says
Love the Stonz infant set!
Nicolthepickle (@Nicolthepickle) says
The Stonz boots look so good. I’ve seen them, but have never tried them on my kids yet. I’d really like to as they look like they solve the whole boot-falling-off problem.
Nicolthepickle (@Nicolthepickle) says
The Stonz boots look so good. I’ve seen them, but have never tried them on my kids yet. I’d really like to as they look like they solve the whole boot-falling-off problem.
Nicole Forsythe says
I love eco chic and stonz! Would love the diaper bag for my third and last child coming in April 🙂
Nicole Forsythe says
I love eco chic and stonz! Would love the diaper bag for my third and last child coming in April 🙂
Vivian says
OEMI parkside diaper bag
Vivian says
OEMI parkside diaper bag
Brett Reid says
I’m most excited about Eco Chic Movement!!!! Best baby products ever! That set is exactly what I need to get started!
Also.. that diaper bag ? so nice!
Brett Reid says
I’m most excited about Eco Chic Movement!!!! Best baby products ever! That set is exactly what I need to get started!
Also.. that diaper bag ? so nice!
Julie bolduc says
I’m most excited about the diaper bag
Julie bolduc says
I’m most excited about the diaper bag
angelehm says
OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG if you are luck enough to own this bag it will be your workhorse carry all while looking freaking awesome. And it lasts, Its an amazing bag
angelehm says
OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG if you are luck enough to own this bag it will be your workhorse carry all while looking freaking awesome. And it lasts, Its an amazing bag
Laura says
The baby products look amazing – I’ve been out of the baby game for 11 years and about to jump back in – this would be awesome!
Laura says
The baby products look amazing – I’ve been out of the baby game for 11 years and about to jump back in – this would be awesome!
nicole says
I love the oemi bag!
nicole says
I love the oemi bag!
loucheryl says
I’m most excited about the Stonz infant set!
loucheryl says
I’m most excited about the Stonz infant set!
Amy McFarland says
Thank you! Would love to win!
Amy McFarland says
Thank you! Would love to win!
Ashley says
I’m most excited about the diaper bag!! All products look extremely amazing
Ashley says
I’m most excited about the diaper bag!! All products look extremely amazing
Stephanie says
Most excited for the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG! Super cute and fashionable!
Stephanie says
Most excited for the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG! Super cute and fashionable!
Cortney says
Oh that bag ?
Cortney says
Oh that bag ?
Christine w says
The KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON looks fun!
Christine w says
The KINZIGO ERGONOMIC SPOON looks fun!
Kristy says
I am most excited about the Eco Chic movement products.
Kristy says
I am most excited about the Eco Chic movement products.
Tara Barco says
Would love to try these amazing products with my little ones!
Tara Barco says
Would love to try these amazing products with my little ones!
krisha4444 says
ahhhh I am most excited about the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG!! One of my regrets when my daughters were babies was not dishing out the money for a good quality, versatile diaper bag that could function as a purse as well. My diaper bag was one that came free with the stroller 🙁
krisha4444 says
ahhhh I am most excited about the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG!! One of my regrets when my daughters were babies was not dishing out the money for a good quality, versatile diaper bag that could function as a purse as well. My diaper bag was one that came free with the stroller 🙁
ivy pluchinsky says
I am most excited about the EZPZ MINI MAT
ivy pluchinsky says
I am most excited about the EZPZ MINI MAT
Tannis W says
The oemi bag looks awesome, and I would love to try the Stonz boots on my kiddos.
Tannis W says
The oemi bag looks awesome, and I would love to try the Stonz boots on my kiddos.
Linda Svarovsky says
The EZPZ mini mat looks good.
Linda Svarovsky says
The EZPZ mini mat looks good.
pinksuzanne says
I am most excited for the OEMI BABY PARKSIDE DIAPER BAG.. It is gorgeous!!
pinksuzanne says
I am most excited for the OEMI BABY PARKSIDE DIAPER BAG.. It is gorgeous!!
Marianne says
The Doodle & Co Pop Pacifier looks like a lifesaver!
Marianne says
The Doodle & Co Pop Pacifier looks like a lifesaver!
Erin W says
I’m really excited about the EZPZ mini mat! I’ve seen these everywhere and always wanted one. They are the best idea!
Erin W says
I’m really excited about the EZPZ mini mat! I’ve seen these everywhere and always wanted one. They are the best idea!
Drew says
I’d love to get my hands on all these! Especially that bag ?
Drew says
I’d love to get my hands on all these! Especially that bag ?
Elaine G says
I’m excited about trying the Eco Chic Movement gift set.
Elaine G says
I’m excited about trying the Eco Chic Movement gift set.
Jonnie says
I am really excited about the EZPZ Mini Mat! I love that it has seperated compartments for finicky kids.
Jonnie says
I am really excited about the EZPZ Mini Mat! I love that it has seperated compartments for finicky kids.
CL says
What a great list. Love love love those mats and spoons.
CL says
What a great list. Love love love those mats and spoons.
Sarah says
How do you enter. I visited all the sites but it says I have zero entries.
Sarah says
How do you enter. I visited all the sites but it says I have zero entries.
NormaJane says
Our first grandchild is due next May. WE are overjoyed! I’m entering this giveaway for my daughter who is weeks from finishing university, works full time, just got married last June & now expecting 1st baby. There is no way she or we could afford the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG type of luxury. The entire list of of Baby items are amazing. Discovering all these products that they definitely didn’t have when i had babies 🙂 is incredibly overwhelming. Exciting!
NormaJane says
Our first grandchild is due next May. WE are overjoyed! I’m entering this giveaway for my daughter who is weeks from finishing university, works full time, just got married last June & now expecting 1st baby. There is no way she or we could afford the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG type of luxury. The entire list of of Baby items are amazing. Discovering all these products that they definitely didn’t have when i had babies 🙂 is incredibly overwhelming. Exciting!
Lori Lucas says
That Oemi Diaper bag looks amazing….i’m no longer in that stage with my kids but would have loved that when they were smaller. Amazing stuff!!
Lori Lucas says
That Oemi Diaper bag looks amazing….i’m no longer in that stage with my kids but would have loved that when they were smaller. Amazing stuff!!
Alayne Langford says
I am most excited about the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG, because it is high quality leather, it is stylish, and yes, you can use it as a night bag for yourself that will fit a laptop amongst other things! 🙂
Alayne Langford says
I am most excited about the OEMI BABY “PARKSIDE” DIAPER BAG, because it is high quality leather, it is stylish, and yes, you can use it as a night bag for yourself that will fit a laptop amongst other things! 🙂
Treen Goodwin says
I am excited about the DOODLE & CO POP PACIFIER , my grandson would love it thanks for the chance 🙂
Treen Goodwin says
I am excited about the DOODLE & CO POP PACIFIER , my grandson would love it thanks for the chance 🙂
Ashley Jenkins says
Loving everything in this Holiday Gift Guide Collection.
I am most excited for the gorgeous Oemi Baby “Parkside” Diaper Bag.
Ashley Jenkins says
Loving everything in this Holiday Gift Guide Collection.
I am most excited for the gorgeous Oemi Baby “Parkside” Diaper Bag.
ohmlg says
that diaper bag is dreamy – would definitely use it as a computer bag in the future!
ohmlg says
that diaper bag is dreamy – would definitely use it as a computer bag in the future!
Alison Braidwood says
The leather bag is beautiful. I’d totally keep that for myself if I won. The other items I’d gift to my sister-in-law, who has littles of a suitable age.
Alison Braidwood says
The leather bag is beautiful. I’d totally keep that for myself if I won. The other items I’d gift to my sister-in-law, who has littles of a suitable age.
lyndac1968 says
All the items are amazing but I love the EZPZ MINI MAT, that looks like an awesome mat to have!!
lyndac1968 says
All the items are amazing but I love the EZPZ MINI MAT, that looks like an awesome mat to have!!
Lena says
Love the EZPZ mini mat!
Lena says
Love the EZPZ mini mat!
Chantal Steeves says
Awesome gift guide! I’m most excited about the EZPZ mini mats!!! These would be perfect for my new to food 6 month old!
Chantal Steeves says
Awesome gift guide! I’m most excited about the EZPZ mini mats!!! These would be perfect for my new to food 6 month old!
Hailey kurzawski says
I love the plates!! My kids are forever making messes because their plates move! This is a brilliant idea! ?
Hailey kurzawski says
I love the plates!! My kids are forever making messes because their plates move! This is a brilliant idea! ?
Lacey says
I would love to win
Lacey says
I would love to win
Christie Bartram says
Great gift guides!
Christie Bartram says
Great gift guides!