Melissa & Doug · Art & crafts
100-Piece Wood Blocks Set
A classic toddler gift that lasts for years and suits any family.
American brand
US$24.99
at Melissa & Doug
Price seen September 16, 2026
Gifts for babies under $25
For babies up to two, pick safe, washable, age-rated items that support play and routines: books, soft toys, simple sensory toys and stackers. Parents will thank you for things that are easy to clean. Every pick below was under $25 when we checked the retailer's page.
In short: 13 gifts, led by Melissa & Doug 100-Piece Wood Blocks Set (US$24.99 at Melissa & Doug), Comotomo Baby Bottle Gen 2 (US$12.99 at Comotomo) and DK Children Bright Baby (C$17.99 at Scholar's Choice). Prices run US$12.99–US$24.99 · £5.99–£30 · C$16.99–C$22.50. Every price was read on the shop's own page, last checked September 28, 2026.
13 picks · prices checked September 28, 2026 · we may earn a commission from shop links. Details
13 picks
Comotomo · Home & cozy
Baby Bottle Gen 2
A practical baby-shower gift for parents who plan to mix breast and bottle feeding.
DK Children · Books & reading
Bright Baby
An easy, low-cost first book for a baby's shelf.
C$17.99
at Scholar's Choice
Price seen September 28, 2026
Sophie Allport · Home & cozy
Grey Sheep Blanket
An affordable baby shower gift that gets used.
British brand£30
at Sophie Allport
Price seen September 28, 2026
Bigjigs Toys · Board games & puzzles
Guardsman Skittles
A toddler starting to throw and roll, with a game parents can join in.
British brand£13.29
at Bigjigs Toys
Price seen September 28, 2026
Haakaa · Home & cozy
Haakaa Baby Nail Care Set - Meadow
New parents who dread clipping tiny nails can file them down gently instead, even while the baby sleeps.
Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld · Books & reading
I Wish You More
A picture book that doubles as a note from the giver, good for showers and first birthdays.
C$22.50
at Mastermind Toys
Price seen September 28, 2026
For a toddler who loves tractors and pushing things along the floor.
£23.95
at Farm Toys Online
Price seen September 28, 2026
Playwell
Mix & Match Eggs
An inexpensive first puzzle for a toddler learning colours and shapes, easy to tuck into a stocking.
Bannor Toys
Mountain Stacker
A soft, chewable stacker for a baby or toddler that will not hurt if it is thrown.
American brandUS$24.99
at Bannor Toys
Price seen September 28, 2026
Bannor Toys
Silicone Sensory Teething Ball
An easy add-on for a baby shower gift that older kids can also use as a fidget.
American brandUS$12.99
at Bannor Toys
Price seen September 28, 2026
Mushie · Home & cozy
Space Teething Ring
A small, easy-to-clean baby-shower add-on for new parents.
American brandBigjigs Toys · Board games & puzzles
Two Piece Puzzles (Transport)
A small child just starting with puzzles.
British brand
Before you buy
- One good item beats a bundle of cheap ones.
- Follow the age rating on the package: small parts are a choking risk under three.
- Board books survive chewing; paper pages do not.
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