It’s your baby’s first Easter! Celebrating all the firsts is so special with your baby and holidays are no different. But what do you even put in your baby’s Easter basket?
Chances are your baby won’t remember this event, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t special for you! I personally used a lot of the first holidays as excuses to purchases things that I’d been putting off. At least that’s what I told my husband!
Typical Easter basket goodies such as candies and eggs aren’t great for your babe, but there are plenty of other great options tailored to their developmental age. And they don’t need to be just junky filler items either. While stuffed animals are sweet, at this stage I already had way more in my house than I ever wanted!
The easiest way to do this is think of some of the stages and milestones coming up. What practical items or toys could be beneficial to your baby in the coming months? Or is there anything you wish you had now to help with daily tasks? Plus add a few cute and fun toys in there to mix it up.
I’ve rounded up plenty of suggestions for useful and cute items the Easter bunny can bring for your little one Easter morning depending on your baby’s age! These suggestions are divided into newborn, 3-6 month, 6-9 months, and 9 months and up.
Now let’s dive right in!
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Easter Basket Ideas for Newborns
At this stage, your newborn spends their days sleeping, eating, and snuggling. While it is such a cute phase, their need for lots of “stuff” is minimal. During these first few months they will be learning to hold their head up, starting to grab at toys, smiling, and responding to voices.
If your baby will only be a few months old when Easter comes around, here are some great ideas for their newborn Easter basket.
Sleeper
My babies lived in their sleepers for the first few months of their lives. They are just so cozy and make diaper changes a breeze. An adorable set of holiday themed jammies would be the perfect addition to any Easter basket and this one is just too cute to pass up.
Swaddle Blankets
Can you really have too many swaddle blankets? I feel like I went through so many during the newborn phase that it was great to have extras on hand. They became nursing covers, burp cloths, and diaper changing mats in hurry so having a stash is key. There are so many beautiful spring patterns that would be great for an Easter basket.
Binkies
My baby was definitely a binky baby, so I always had extras on hand. If you haven’t yet found a type of binky your baby likes yet this is a great time to try out a few different types. With all sorts of colors and styles you are sure to find one that fits great in your Easter basket.
Duck Pacifier
Ok I already mentioned binkies, but this duck pacifier was just too cute not to mention! If you are the type that likes the stuffy attached to your pacifiers, then this is a great one to fit the Easter theme.
Rattle Toy
Rattle toys are a great developmental tool for this stage. Your baby is learning how to grasp on to toys and starting to play with them. This cute rabbit toy is easy for your baby to grip on and is a rattle too!
Sleep Sack
I am a firm believer in consistent routines when it comes to naps and bed time so I love a good sleep sack. Think of it as a cute wearable blanket! Your baby will start to roll soon and it is recommend to start transitioning babies out of swaddles. Sleep sacks are a great way to keep your baby warm and safe during their sleep time and are a great cute, but practical addition to your Easter basket.
Board Book
It is never too early to start reading to your little one and books are a great gift they can continue to enjoy for years to come. This cute board book has lots of bright colors and is a story they will continue to love reading for years to come. Here are some of our favorite Easter titles:
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Easter Basket Ideas for Babies 3-6 Months
From three to six months, you baby will be learning so much! They start to grasp toys more and even play with them, start to roll over, sit up, and make those cute babbling noises we love so much.
Here are some ideas of what to put in an Easter basket for your three to six month old baby.
Teether Rattle
This cute bunny teether rattle is not only aesthetically pleasing, but is so functional. The natural wood is a great natural and soothing as those teeth start to cut in. And the crotchet top both stimulates your baby through both touch and its rattle sound.
Shaker Eggs
Another great sound making toy for this stage, these shaker eggs are so fun for your baby to play with. They are also great practice as your baby learned to grasp toys in their hand for long periods of time and would look so cute in their Easter basket.
Bibs
Even if an official tooth has not cut in yet, your baby is probably starting to get pretty drooly. Cute muslin bibs are a great outfit saver and are so easy to switch out when they get too wet. As a practical idea for your baby’s Easter basket, I suggest stocking up on plenty of these!
Hair Bows
Can you really have enough hair bows? I think not! These are the perfect addition to any Easter basket, especially if you plan on dressing your sweet little babe up for Easter Sunday at Church. And for the little dude in your life, a cute bow tie would be oh so handsome at this age!
Blanket Snuggler
Isn’t this little rabbit snuggler blanket just the cutest? You may call it by several different names, but these soft, cozy blankets are great for babies at this age. This security blanket is designed to help soothe your baby and make them feel comforted.
Easter Book
Board books are always a classic for any age and can be enjoyed for the months to come, even if it is not Easter season. These books are much more durable than regular books which is great for when babies start to reach for things and bring toys to their mouth.
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Easter Basket Ideas for 6-9 Months
During this phase your baby may start to eat solid foods and interact a lot more with the world around them. They sit up more, crawl, and may even pull them up on furniture to move around.
Here are some ideas for your six to nine month old’s Easter basket.
Silicone Plates and Bowls
Baby Spoons
Babies are learning how to use utensils and eat more solid foods during these months. A baby spoon set is a great useful but cute gift for an Easter basket to get them started on eating more independently.
Teether Sticks
What is an Easter basket with out a few treats right? These Sooth n Chew Teething Sticks were my son’s absolute favorite! They are great to teach both gripping food and soothing to the gums. With lots of flavors to choose from these are sure to be a hit!
Carrot Teether Toy
Teething is going to be a hot topic for this phase and this cute carrot teether can help soothe some of the soreness away. If you are going with rabbit themed Easter basket, this carrot teether would fit in great!
First Tooth Brush
If your baby has not yet started sprouting their first tooth yet they probably will soon! A tooth brush is a great practical gift for baby’s Easter basket that will help encourage good habits for a lifetime.
Finger Puppet Book
You may have noticed that board books are showing up in every stage. That’s because books are a great addition to any child’s Easter basket at any age. This cute finger puppet book is great to grab your developing baby’s attention and encourage interaction while you are reading.
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Easter Basket Ideas for 9 Months to 1 Year
If your baby isn’t on the move yet, the probably will be soon. Walking, first words, and more independent play are some of the fun milestones to look forward to during this phase.
Easter basket ideas for this stage are all about play exploration and mobility.
Bubbles
Bubbles are a great activity you and your baby can enjoy together, especially as the weather is starting to warm up. You could even add a bubble machine for even more fun!
Bathing Suit
Easter does mark the start of spring, meaning warmer weather is coming very soon! Now would be a great time to find a deal on a cute swimsuit or two for your baby to enjoy the outdoors in the summer months to come. You could even make your Easter basket all summer, beach, or even pool themed to go along with the suit.
Summer Hat
To go along with baby’s swimming suit, you could add a cute sun hat to their Easter basket. This would provide great protection in the summer heat and will save you time needing to track one down later.
Sippy Cups
Transitioning your baby to using a cup rather than a bottle can be a tricky process. Start introducing cups early using different types of training cups to help make it easier when it is time to stop breastfeeding or using formula. There are several great options that resemble adult cups, have training straws, or handles for easy griping.
Bath Toys
How cute is this hatching egg bath toy? While it is Easter themed, this is a great toy for any baby who loves bath time. Bath toys are always a great option for any Easter basket, especially when they encourage play and discovery.
Shoes
When your baby is first learning to walk, you will want soft but durable shoes for them. These trainers were a favorite of mine and perfect to add to baby’s Easter basket. You can even find a pair to complete their Easter outfit for church.
Board Book
This board book is full of great Lift-a-Flap and Pop-Ups that baby is sure to love! It is easy to read and is just right for an Easter basket for a baby with growing curiosity.
Finding Easter basket ideas to celebrate your baby’s first holiday can be overwhelming. I hope some of these ideas gave you a little bit of direction.
All of these first holidays and milestones are so exciting and I hope you are enjoying every moment of it. No matter what you choose for their basket, I know they are going to love it.
Happy Easter Mama! You’ve got this!
