🎁 How to Choose the Perfect Gift for a Baby Under 12 Months
When you're choosing a gift for a baby under one year old, it helps to start by thinking about their development. At each stage, babies are growing and learning in different ways, so picking something that matches their age and abilities makes the gift even more special and meaningful.
Here’s a simple guide to what babies are doing in their first year and why our handmade crochet teether makes a lovely, thoughtful choice.
👶 0–3 Months: Discovering the World
In these early months, babies are just beginning to take in the world around them.
They love:
Looking at high-contrast shapes or faces
Listening to soft, familiar sounds
Exploring with their eyes more than their hands
At this stage, simple is best. Think about soft, lightweight items that gently stimulate their senses.
🍼 3–6 Months: Reaching and Teething
By now, babies are becoming more curious and active.
They’ve started:
Grabbing and holding onto things
Putting everything in their mouths
Showing signs of teething
This is a great time to give toys they can safely explore with their hands and mouth, like soft teething toys or items with interesting textures.
🚼 6–12 Months: Busy and Playful
Around this age, babies are constantly on the move and love interacting with the world.
They enjoy:
Shaking, chewing, and banging objects
Exploring how things feel and sound
Noticing bright colours and fun textures
Gifts that engage multiple senses are perfect here. They help support learning through play and discovery.
💛 Why Our Handmade Crochet Teether Is a Beautiful Choice
Our handmade crochet teether is a favorite with both babies and parents, and for good reason. It's been thoughtfully made to support a baby’s development while being gentle, safe, and sweet to look at.
Here’s what makes it special:
✋ Soft textures and smooth wood
The natural wood ring feels smooth and cool for sore gums, while the soft crochet offers a lovely contrast for babies to explore through touch and mouthing.
🔔 A gentle sound
Some versions include a soft rattle inside, giving babies a gentle sound response when they shake or move it. It’s just enough to keep them interested without being too loud or overstimulating.
🌈 Baby-friendly colours
We use beautiful, calming colours that are pleasing to little eyes and help with early visual development.
🌱 Natural and baby-safe
We avoid harsh plastics and chemicals, so you can feel confident this gift is safe for teething and playtime.
🎀 A Gift with Heart
Whether you’re shopping for a baby shower, a first milestone, or just a “thinking of you” moment, this teether makes a lovely, heartfelt gift. You can even add a personalised card for just a little extra, making it feel even more thoughtful. No need to worry, everything comes beautifully gift-wrapped and delivered right to your door!
Choosing something that supports a baby’s growth shows how much you care. And that’s what makes the best kind of gift.