Christmas Gift Ideas for Babies & Toddlers in South Africa

Christmas in South Africa means sun, swimming and long days outside. So when you're choosing presents for babies and toddlers, the best ones are often the ones that get used all summer long. Here are our favourite ideas.

Summer-ready gifts

• Sunglasses for little ones. A gift parents genuinely appreciate, and one kids think is cool. Look for UV400, polarised lenses and tough, bendy frames. Under two? Choose a pair with a strap. Baby sunglasses (0–24 months) · Kids sunglasses (2–8 years)
• A sun hat with a chin strap, for beach days and park visits.
• A rash vest or long-sleeved swimsuit, ideal for the pool.
• A beach play set: bucket, spade and a few moulds go a long way.

Gifts that grow with them

• Board books for babies, and picture books for toddlers.
• Stacking and sorting toys that build little hands' skills.
• A balance bike or ride-on for confident toddlers.

Matching gifts for siblings and cousins

Buying for more than one little one? Matching sunnies in different colours make a fun set, and with two sizes (babies and kids) the whole crew can match. Standard delivery is free on orders over R750.

Stocking fillers

• Bath crayons or bath toys
• Stickers and chunky crayons
• Hair clips, or a fun pair of socks
• A pair of sunnies, which fits neatly in a stocking

Not sure what they'd like?

A Baby Sunnies gift card lets the family choose their own colour and size. It's delivered instantly by email, so it's perfect for last-minute presents.

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