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The Best Gifts for Kids and Toddlers
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We love finding gifts that spark creativity, get kids moving, or just make them giggle, ideally without a thousand tiny pieces to step on. Here are our favorite gifts for toddlers and kids of all ages, from imaginative toys and games to craft kits and outdoor fun. Shopping for a specific age? Our birthday gift guide breaks it down year by year.
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Gift guide · November 4, 2026The Cool Mom Picks 2026 Holiday Gift Guide for Kids
Gift guide · November 4, 2026Our 2026 holiday gift cheat sheet, with 50 gifts for every age and budget
Gift guide · November 3, 2026Last week on Cool Mom Picks: what you bought, read and voted on
Gift guide · November 3, 2026What's selling on Etsy this week: 27 gifts shoppers are buying right now
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Gift guide · October 21, 2026What to pack? Be sure to include these girls' weekend beach essentials
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Gift guide · November 4, 2026The Cool Mom Picks 2026 Holiday Gift Guide for Kids
Gift guide · November 4, 2026Our 2026 holiday gift cheat sheet, with 50 gifts for every age and budget
Gift guide · November 3, 2026Last week on Cool Mom Picks: what you bought, read and voted on
Gift guide · November 3, 2026What's selling on Etsy this week: 27 gifts shoppers are buying right now
Gift guide · October 24, 2026Avenlur climbing wall: An indoor adventure course for kids
Gift guide · October 21, 2026What to pack? Be sure to include these girls' weekend beach essentials
Gift guide · August 3, 2026The kids' backpacks we're swooning over right now
From the archive · December 1, 202428 unique personalized gifts for kids from toddlers to teens | Holiday Gift Guide
From the archive · November 15, 202320 wonderful Hanukkah gifts for kids from toddlers to teens | Holiday Gift Guide
From the archive · November 25, 2024More than 60 amazing holiday gifts for kids under $15: Like, GOOD gifts. Not stocking stuffers.
Gift guide · November 1, 2026The coolest virtual experience gift ideas for kids and adults. They're fun, we promise!
From the archiveSuper cool craft gifts for kids who should have their own Etsy shops by now
From the archive40 really really cool gifts for kids under $15 that don't feel like stocking stuffers. Promise.
From the archiveSeriously cool Hanukkah gifts for kids. No latke jokes.
From the archiveThe coolest ride-on toys and gifts for your little speed demons
From the archiveThe most super superhero gifts for your very super kids.
From the archiveCool rainbow unicorn gifts for kids and kids at heart. (Because we all kind of need more rainbows and unicorns in the world.)
From the archiveDIY holiday gifts from the kids that are cooler than macaroni necklaces (no offense to macaroni necklaces)
From the archiveModern Hanukkah gifts for kids that make 8 days of giving easier
From the archiveCool gifts to spoil the kids rotten
From the archiveCool craft kits for creative kids who want to make their own gifts
From the archiveCool Hanukkah gifts for kids of all ages (besides every toy in the world, basically)
From the archiveEdgy-cool preschool gifts for the kid who rocks the playground
From the archiveCool handmade toys for kids, for a back-to-basics holiday
From the archive19 meaningful gifts for kids, because we need more of that right now.
From the archiveGift ideas for siblings, when one gift needs to cover more than one kid
From the archive60+ cool gifts for kids under $15 because breeders amirite
From the archiveEco-friendly gifts for kids and teens who are fighting for our planet. For good reason.
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Little Kids 4-8 | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archiveOur 10 Best Holiday Gifts for Babies and Toddlers | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archive · January 24, 2010I gave my heart to Lil Scribblers
From the archive · February 7, 2010Valentines for kids with very big hearts
From the archive · February 8, 2011Sweet Valentines for the classroom that even a dentist will love
From the archive · August 15, 2011Back to school shopping - the coolest kids backpacks and bags
From the archive · February 1, 2012Valentine's Day cards for kids: 8 of our very favorites when you don't have time to make them
From the archive · May 31, 2012DIY Father's Day gifts from the kids - Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · January 14, 2013Dinosaur Valentine's gifts that kids will rawr for.
From the archive · January 29, 2013Valentine's Day Gift Ideas: Cute gifts for cute kids
From the archive · March 24, 20139 ways kids can decorate Easter Eggs without dyeing them
From the archive · March 26, 2013Hop to it and get crafting for Easter!
From the archive · June 7, 2013Father's Day gifts from the kids: 2013 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · August 12, 2013Cool backpacks for big kids: Back to School Guide 2013
From the archive · August 21, 2013Best lunch containers for kids (and other goodies that make lunch boxes more fun): Back to School Guide 2013
From the archive · December 16, 2013The building blocks of our nation. Way more fun than that sounds.
From the archive · March 31, 2014Outrageously gourmet Easter treats and chocolates that you'll share with the kids uh, never.
From the archive · April 6, 201416 of the most adorable Easter basket gift ideas for kids: It's raining bunnies and chicks!
From the archive · April 11, 2014Healthy easter treats for the kids, should they need a little something in their bellies besides jelly beans
From the archive · April 12, 201414 easy Easter crafts for kids + fun Easter printables all of which eliminate the need for vacuuming up glitter.
From the archive · April 12, 2014An awesome gift for mom from the kids: A book they draw themselves
From the archive · April 16, 2014Custom jewelry from kids' artwork: The Mother's Day gift that makes everyone cry.
From the archive · April 18, 20145 last-minute Easter egg printables and craft ideas for kids.
From the archive · June 8, 201410 cool DIY gifts from the kids: 2014 Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · August 11, 2014The coolest backpacks and bags for preschoolers and little kids: Back to School Guide 2014
From the archive · August 12, 2014The coolest backpacks and bags for big kids: Back to School Guide 2014
From the archive · February 3, 2015Share the love: 19 of the best printable valentines for your (very thoughtful) kids.
From the archive · February 6, 201512 of the most fun, easy Valentine's crafts for kids that we'd like doing too.
From the archive · February 14, 2015A rainbow of handmade sorting games bringing beautiful, old-school play to kids
From the archive · February 25, 2015It's here! Our first big Ultimate Birthday Party Gift Guide!
From the archive · March 8, 2015Sponsored Message: I See Me! personalized books make a special gift kids will enjoy way beyond Easter
From the archive · March 11, 2015The Easter Bunny is coming to town. And he's naked. For now.
From the archive · March 14, 201519 very (very) special non-candy Easter basket gifts kids will love.
From the archive · March 28, 201517 of the coolest bunny crafts for Easter we can't resist. Oh, the kids too, of course.
From the archive · March 29, 201510 cool free printable Easter coloring pages for kids who've moved past fat washable markers
From the archive · March 31, 20157 impressive make-ahead Easter brunch recipes. As in, more time to sneak handfuls of the kids' jellybeans.
From the archive · April 3, 2015Custom art pillows: The Mother's Day gift that lets your kids paint on the couch. Kind of.
From the archive · June 1, 201520 fantastic ideas for DIY Father's Day gifts, cards, and printables from the kids: Father's Day Gift Guide 2015
From the archive · August 13, 2015The coolest lunch boxes and bags for kids of all ages | Back to school guide 2015
From the archive · August 14, 201512 awesome DIY back to school crafts your kids can actually do: Back to school shopping guide 2015.
From the archive · August 17, 2015The coolest backpacks for preschool and little kids | Back to school guide 2015
From the archive · August 20, 2015The coolest backpacks for kids who carry more than a change of clothes | Back to school 2015
From the archive · November 23, 201514 of the best educational toys for kids of every age: 2015 Holiday Toy Gift Guide
From the archive · November 29, 201514 of the best outdoor toys for kids of all ages: 2015 Holiday Toy Gift Guide
From the archive · December 1, 201514 of the coolest art toys and gifts for kids of all ages: 2015 Holiday Toy Gift Guide
From the archive · January 31, 201611 of the cutest Valentine's Day gift ideas for babies and toddlers | Valentine's Gift Guide 2016
From the archive · February 1, 201621 cool Valentine's Day gift ideas for kids of all ages | Valentine's Gift Guide 2016
From the archive · February 2, 201617 wonderful DIY Valentine's Day gifts that the kids can make | Valentine's Day Gifts 2016
From the archive · March 14, 2016Over 20 of the best bunny gifts for Easter, whether you've got toddlers or tweens
From the archive · March 16, 201615 of the cutest and free-est Easter printables for our kids
From the archive · March 17, 201624 pop culture Easter eggs featuring your kids' favorite characters: Parenting win!
From the archive · May 3, 20169 sweet, easy handmade Mother's Day cards your kids can make (with maybe just a little help)
From the archive · July 27, 2016The coolest backpacks for preschoolers and little kids | Cool Mom Picks Back to School Guide 2016
From the archive · July 29, 201623 cool backpacks for teens and big kids | Cool Mom Picks Back to School Guide 2016
From the archive · August 1, 201634 of the coolest lunch boxes and bags | Back to School Guide 2016
From the archive · August 7, 2016Cool, colorful school supplies to make September a little more fun | Back to School Guide 2016
From the archive · December 30, 2016The best kids music of 2016 | Editors Picks of the Year
From the archive · January 31, 201719 of the coolest, non-candy Valentine’s Day gifts for kids | Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · February 7, 201710 cool non-candy Valentine's Day classroom treats kids will love. And uh, parents will thank you! | Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · February 8, 201711 DIY Valentine's gifts kids can make themselves (we promise!) | Valentine's Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · March 24, 201711 fun and easy flower crafts for kids to make this spring.
From the archive · March 27, 201715 non-candy Easter basket gifts so sweet, kids will surely forget about sugary treats. Well, maybe.
From the archive · March 28, 201715 of the coolest bunny gifts for all your kids' Easter baskets
From the archive · April 10, 2017We hunted down 10 of the cutest free Easter printables for kids. So you don't have to.
From the archive · April 30, 201712 truly cool handmade Mother's Day gifts from kids that become heart-melting keepsakes | Mother's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 6, 201710 adorable handmade Mother's Day cards from the kids that will totally melt Mom's heart
From the archive · June 3, 201710 fantastic DIY Father's Day that kids can make themselves. Mostly. | Father's Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · June 10, 201711 creative DIY Father's Day cards kids can make! Awwww.... | Father's Day Gift Guide 2017
From the archive · August 2, 2017New backpacks that make us glad our kids need new backpacks.
From the archive · August 21, 201723 of the absolute cutest animal school supplies | Back to School Guide 2017
From the archive · August 31, 2017Cool skull school supplies for our edgy kids | Back to School Guide 2017
From the archive · January 28, 201815+ fun, affordable Valentine's Day gifts for kids all under $15 each
From the archive · January 29, 201810 free printable classroom valentines for older kids, from unicorns to vikings to Ziggy Stardust.
From the archive · March 25, 20185 versatile spring dresses for girls, with tips for dressing them up for Easter.
From the archive · June 5, 201813 really creative DIY Father's Day gifts that kids can help make. Oh, the sweetness! | Father's Day Guide 2018
From the archive · July 27, 201825 way cool backpacks for preschool, kindergarten, or any young kid who wants to stand out | Back to School Guide 2018
From the archive · July 29, 201830+ cool backpacks for tweens, teens and older kids from minimalist to outrageous | Back to School Guide 2018
From the archive · August 13, 2018Beyond loveys: 11 sweet comfort items to send kids to school with fewer worries | Back to School Guide 2018
From the archive · August 19, 20189 clever, cool kids' tees for book lovers | Back to School Guide 2018
From the archive · January 21, 201914 non-candy Valentine ideas for kids with printables: Perfect for classroom parties or kids with enough candy in their lives
From the archive · April 14, 20198 fun, easy Easter egg ideas for toddlers and preschoolers. Big kids shouldn't have all the fun!
From the archive · July 18, 2019Presenting our NEW Ultimate Birthday Gift Guide: The coolest gifts of the year for kids of all ages
From the archive · August 13, 2019Back-to-school trend alert! 7 tie-dye sneakers we love for kids.
From the archive · March 26, 202018 fantastic Easter gift ideas for kids, from Etsy shops that could really use the support right now.
From the archive · April 7, 2020How families are making Easter special for the kids this year: 7 ideas from our readers
From the archive · April 23, 202016 special Mother's Day gifts from the kids this year: Gifts to make, gifts to buy, gifts to mail
From the archive · May 4, 202015 easy recycled Mother's Day gifts your kids can make from stuff you have right at home | Mother's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 17, 202011 easy Father's Day crafts for kids that celebrate #1 dads, rock star dads, and superhero dads. | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · August 23, 20207 cool face mask accessories for kids, to help them keep their masks to themselves
From the archive · September 21, 2020The best laptop sleeves for kids: The features to consider before you buy.
From the archive · March 22, 2021Hand sanitizer cute enough for an Easter Basket? Sign of the times.
From the archive · April 18, 202213 truly creative DIY Mother's Day gifts that kids can make and give | Mother's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · May 5, 202220 kids shared what they wish they could give their moms for Mother's Day. Their answers are awesome.
From the archive · November 9, 202225 wonderful Hanukkah gifts for toddlers to teens 2022 | Holiday Gift Guide
From the archive · March 17, 202324 cool, creative Easter basket ideas for kids all under $20. (We love them all!)
From the archive · June 4, 20238 ideas for homemade Father's Day cards from the kids. Keep tissues nearby. | Father's Day Gift Guide
From the archive · August 15, 2023Setting up a study space at home: Tips to make it one your kid will actually use
From the archive · November 3, 202324 of the absolute best 2023 Advent calendars for crafty kids, cool teens, and Christmas-loving adults
From the archive · January 29, 2024Our favorite Valentine's gifts for kids on Etsy this year, no cap
From the archive · February 5, 2024Easy Last Minute Valentine's Day Crafts That Kids Can Make
From the archive · April 23, 2024One Cool Thing: Make homemade crowns for Mother's Day and give back to kids in need
From the archive · August 18, 2024Which lunch boxes and bags hold up the best? Here are our 5 picks after trying dozens over the years.
From the archive · August 28, 202430 cool lunch box accessories to make school lunch more fun. Lots on sale too! | Back to School Shopping
Gift guide · January 4, 2025Sweet, easy Valentine's Day crafts young kids can make their BFFs.
Gift guide · March 20, 2025Your kids will love these 35 affordable Easter basket ideas - all under $15!
Gift guide · September 8, 2025Best first phone plan for kids: Mint Mobile’s $15/Month Unlimited
Gift guide · October 21, 2025Boost Mobile makes the "kids' first phone" choice a little less stressful
From the archiveCool Arts and Crafts Gifts for Kids Who Have Outgrown the Fat Crayons
From the archiveThe Coolest Frozen Gifts for Kids Who Just Can't Let it Go
From the archive22 Cool Kids Gifts Under $15 That Don't Feel Like Stocking Stuffers
From the archiveCool Minecraft Gifts for Kids Who Eat, Sleep and Drink Minecraft. Like Ours.
From the archiveCool Toys and Gifts for Kids Who Need to Get Outside More
From the archiveThe Coolest Personalized Gifts for Kids
From the archive2015 Mother's Day Gift Guide: 12 cool homemade Mother's Day gifts from the kids
From the archive18 cool homemade Mother’s Day gifts from the kids. (Maybe with a wee bit of help) | 2016 Mothers Day Gift Guide
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From the archive · December 20, 202115 thoughtful DIY gifts for teenage girls | Holiday Gifts 2021
From the archive · June 3, 202421 wildly cool subscription gifts for men. From fair trade coffee to tech toys and everything in between
From the archive · November 7, 202418 of our favorite hygge gifts for everyone who needs more comfort and coziness right now
From the archiveKawaii gifts for your most favorite happy fun girl
From the archiveSeriously cool gift ideas for tween boys before you just give up and get a gift card
From the archiveSuper cool sibling gifts for sharing. Nicely. Please.
From the archiveEmpowering gifts for girls who keep on keeping on
From the archiveOur favorite empowered girl gifts for fierce young females of all ages
From the archive16 of the most coveted Star Wars toys and gifts for the holidays
From the archive30 cool gift ideas for tween girls 9-12, all tween girl approved
From the archive25 cool gift ideas for tween boys 9-12 (and yes, girls will like them too)
From the archiveOur 10 Best Gifts for Tweens 9-12 | Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020
From the archive · December 25, 2007Editors' Picks of 2007: Reads and Tunes
From the archive · November 17, 2009Cool Gifts for the Holidays? Look no further than our Holiday Gift Guide!
From the archive · November 25, 2010The Cool Mom Tech Holiday Gift Guide is here!
From the archive · December 10, 2010Mermaids by artists, not animation conglomerates
From the archive · February 1, 2011Valentine's Day shirts even a boy (and his mama) could love
From the archive · February 2, 2012Sweet, but not-sugary, Valentines gifts for under $20
From the archive · August 16, 2012Welcome Today Show viewers!
From the archive · February 1, 20138 Valentine's cards for boys (and girls!) that aren't too sickly sweet
From the archive · February 10, 2013Eep aap ork ah ah, that means I love you
From the archive · August 11, 2013Best preschool backpacks: Back to School Guide 2013
From the archive · December 5, 2013Presenting the 2013 Cool Mom Picks Holiday Gift Guide, with more than 200 of the coolest ideas. Whoo!
From the archive · April 2, 2014The prettiest girls' Easter dresses that your daughters will never want to take off. (For better or for worse.)
From the archive · November 14, 2014It's here! It's here! Our 2014 Holiday Gift Guide has arrived.
From the archive · January 31, 201510 easy Valentine's Day crafts that make cool DIY gifts: Valentines Day Gift Guide
From the archive · February 4, 201516 of the sweetest first Valentine's gifts for babies.
From the archive · February 9, 2015Last minute Valentine's Day help: Printables, crafts, gifts, and recipes. We have you covered.
From the archive · March 25, 20159 adorably modern Easter dresses for girls, all under 50.
From the archive · July 27, 2015Great savings on some of the coolest back-to-school shopping
From the archive · November 19, 2015It's here! Our 2015 Cool Mom Picks holiday gift guide! Whoo!
From the archive · February 17, 2016The ultimate awesome gift: Your own custom box of Crayola crayons.
From the archive · March 13, 2016Modern floral Easter dresses for girls: 8 picks our girls love as much as we do
From the archive · March 19, 2016The coolest pop culture bow ties for boys. No preppy plaids.
From the archive · December 5, 2016The great holiday cookie gift guide: Something for every sweet tooth on your list.
From the archive · February 5, 201718 non-lovey dovey printable Valentine's Day classroom cards for boys (and girls!)
From the archive · March 21, 2017Welcome spring with 7 playful, stylish rainbow dresses for girls.
From the archive · April 8, 2017Keeping little hands busy without a screen in sight
From the archive · August 6, 201726 of the coolest unicorn school supplies that bring magic to the day | Back to School Guide 2017
From the archive · August 20, 201723 of the coolest Wonder Woman school supplies | Back to School Guide 2017
From the archive · September 19, 2017Hot trend: 15 hipster cat accessories and school supplies
From the archive · November 28, 2017It's here! Our 2017 Holiday Gift Guide. Whoo!
From the archive · December 30, 2017Amazing Card Games for Family Game Night | Editors Top 10 of the Year
From the archive · March 4, 2018The crazy awesome sidewalk chalk that suddenly has us coveting sidewalk chalk
From the archive · March 19, 2018A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo: Because love is love. Even for bunnies.
From the archive · June 12, 20189 silly, sweet, and sentimental new children's books about dads for Father's Day | Gift Guide 2018
From the archive · September 4, 20189 cool personalized school supplies to help make the school year a little more fun | Back to School 2018
From the archive · March 18, 2019The adorable, custom Easter cookie cutters you need this spring.
From the archive · January 26, 2020These no-carb dumplings on Etsy are perfect for your Valentine.
From the archive · November 22, 2020Presenting our 100% entirely Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2020: See our top 10 gifts for everyone on your list
From the archive · January 27, 2021Most lists of the best baby gifts aren't really the best. But this one is. Guess how we know...
From the archive · February 4, 20217 adorable Valentine's Day gifts for babies: An excuse to celebrate something, anything, these days.
From the archive · March 28, 202150+ creative ideas for Easter Basket gifts from the drugstore. Easy!
From the archive · November 14, 2021The top 10 hot holiday toys and games in 2021 to grab before they sell out | Holiday Gift Guide
From the archive · November 25, 2021The best Black Friday Deals of 2021: From the big stores to small shops and indie makers
From the archive · March 8, 2022Sunflower earrings for Ukraine: A sweet purchase for a great cause.
From the archive · November 10, 2022Over 20 of the best Advent calendars for 2022: From the magical to the luxurious, to... goofy dad jokes?
From the archive · December 5, 202221 great gift ideas for college students | Holiday Gifts 2022
From the archive · March 15, 202314 seriously cute Easter gifts for babies to keep them from eating the fake grass
From the archive · July 29, 202320 cool backpacks for teens this year | Back to School Guide
From the archive · November 23, 2023Our top Black Friday Deals of 2023: From the big stores to small shops and indie makers
From the archive · November 27, 202320 special gifts that give back to great causes. | Holiday Gift Guide + Giving Tuesday
From the archive · January 23, 2024These Valentine's Day gift ideas are perfect for boys who aren't so into the hearts and romance stuff
From the archive · January 29, 2024Cool Valentine's gifts for teens on Etsy ... that they might actually like!
From the archive · March 17, 2024One Cool Thing: A thoughtful gift under $10 for an avid reader, teacher, or a new grad
From the archive · May 7, 202412 inspirational books for graduation gifts, beyond Oh, the Places You'll Go!
From the archive · August 18, 2024Creative ideas to help young children with school anxiety: 7 small items that can make a big difference.
From the archive · August 19, 202415 of the coolest backpacks for preschool and kindergarten | Back to School Shopping Guide
From the archive · November 6, 2024Guitar Center: Holiday deals for the musicians on your list
From the archive · November 7, 202422 of the best Taylor Swift gifts for your special Swiftie | Holiday Gift Guide
From the archive · December 11, 2024Stuck on a holiday gift idea? Here are 12 cool gift boxes for anyone on your list, up to 50% off!
From the archive · December 16, 202445 brilliant last-minute holiday gift ideas you can ship, make, pick up, or IOU. You've got this! | Holiday Gift Guide
Gift guide · March 11, 2025Easter Baskets for Teens and Tweens: Look no further than these 28 amazing ideas!
Gift guide · March 14, 2025One Cool Thing: An allergy-friendly chocolate bunny
Gift guide · July 28, 2025Why moms keep coming back to The Children's Place
Gift guide · October 3, 2025Halloween Build-a-Bears are here!
Gift guide · December 7, 20252025 Holiday Gift Guide: Our favorite food (and food-related) gifts for everyone on your list
Gift guide · December 17, 20252025 Holiday Gift Guide: Last-Minute Gifts for Everyone On Your List
Gift guide · February 10, 20262026 Valentine's Day Gift Guide: The Best Gifts for Everyone on Your List, from your partner to your pets
From the archiveCool Gifts for Your Recently Single BFF...In Addition to a Girls' Night Out With Tinder Secretly Disabled On Her Phone
From the archiveThe gift for children who were very naughty this year
From the archiveCool Preschool Toys for Pretend Play that Have Nothing to Do With Any Animated Movie Character Whatsoever
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Ms. Rachel Toniebox
$149.99See it in the guideFrom: The Cool Mom Picks 2026 Holiday Gift Guide for Kids
Oh Hanukkah Gift Basket
$90See it in the guideFrom: The Cool Mom Picks 2026 Holiday Gift Guide for Kids
Tickle Me Elmo Giggle Max
$42.99See it in the guideFrom: The Cool Mom Picks 2026 Holiday Gift Guide for Kids
Gap Baby & Toddler VintageSoft joggers
$14See it in the guideFrom: Our 2026 holiday gift cheat sheet, with 50 gifts for every age and budget
Floss & Rock Dino Magic Water bath book
$13.50See it in the guideFrom: Our 2026 holiday gift cheat sheet, with 50 gifts for every age and budget
Primary kids organic PJ set
$29See it in the guideFrom: Our 2026 holiday gift cheat sheet, with 50 gifts for every age and budget
rhode pocket blush in Sleepy Girl
$25See it in the guideFrom: Last week on Cool Mom Picks: what you bought, read and voted on
Garage UltraFleece Hoodie
$79.95See it in the guideFrom: Last week on Cool Mom Picks: what you bought, read and voted on
Gap Softest Flannel PJ Pants
$39See it in the guideFrom: Last week on Cool Mom Picks: what you bought, read and voted on
All-Weather Soccer Ball
$7See it in the guideFrom: More than 60 amazing holiday gifts for kids under $15: Like, GOOD gifts. Not stocking stuffers.
Quince Recycled Backpacks for Little Kids
$49.90See it in the guideFrom: 15 of the coolest backpacks for preschool and kindergarten | Back to School Shopping Guide
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