There is still time to grab some grab stocking stuffers! Many of these things are available via Amazon or at local stores!
Christmas stockings have always been one of my favorite things about Christmas Day.
Stocking Memories
Growing up, we were allowed to get up as early as we wanted, but we couldn’t wake my parents until a reasonable time. Before they woke up, we were allowed to open our stockings. They were big stockings full of stuff to keep us happy until they woke up.
We always had a piece of fruit in our stocking, a little candy, mini boxes of sweetened cereal, some necessities (hair stuff, socks, etc.), and lots of fun little gifts that coincided with our ages.
Some of the gifts were wrapped, some were not. I suspect that depended on how early in the season “Santa” picked the gifts, or how late he was up wrapping gifts the night before.
It was exciting to get to open little gifts from the stockings before we were allowed to open the gifts under the tree – they were like little bonus gifts.
Ideas for Stocking Stuffers for all ages
Everyone is always looking for ideas for stocking fillers, so we gathered a list of options good for the whole range of ages – from infant to adult!
I would LOVE to hear what you are putting in stockings this year.
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Stocking Stuffers for Infants ages 0-12 months![](https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=cbuscheap-20&language=en_US&l=li3&o=1&a=B00DJPK8PA)
Remember – kids this age won’t remember what or how much is in their stockings, so don’t go overboard. Buy practical things that you’d need anyway, and one or two fun things for them. Simple and practical items include pacifiers/clips, bibs, finger feeding snacks, lotion, socks, hats, mittens, and other everyday items.
Taggie toys
Babies LOVE taggie toys and they are great for stimulation and self-soothing.
Teethers
This was my son’s favorite – seriously, I purchased this 4 times as gifts (don’t forget a molar teether)
- Give your little one the teething relief they need. Nuby’s...
- The Wacky Teething Ring features both firm and soft surfaces. The...
- Children will love the sound and feel of the Wacky Teething Ring....
Rattles
- 2 mini flexible, teethable Oballs are easy to hold
- Colorful rattle beads create fun sounds to entertain and delight...
- Textured rattle is clear so baby can see the colorful beads. BPA...
- Set of 2 newborn rattle toy maracas for little music-makers
- Sized just right for little hands to grasp and shake, helping to...
- Colorful beads make fun rattle sounds to engage and delight...
- Shake up fun with three rattles in one; encourages baby’s fine...
- Award-winning design is made for little fingers; build baby’s...
- Smooth, flexible toy for newborns and up
Sippy cups
This cup is great for transition from bottle to cup)
- SPILL-FREE EXTRA-SOFT SPOUT – Our MAM sippy cups for toddlers...
- ERGONOMIC SHAPE FOR BABY'S LITTLE HANDS – The extra-light MAM...
- NON-SLIP HANDLES – The non-slip handles make baby cup easy for...
Board books
Little Blue Truck is one of our favorites
- Schertle, Alice (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 30 Pages - 07/13/2020 (Publication Date) - Clarion Books...
Bath toys
Every parent has a love/hate relationship with bath toys. Look for ones that open up or are easy to squeeze the water out of them. Or plan to replace regularly.
They ALL get moldy eventually if not dried completely. The ones that open up are the best, and toddlers love taking them apart.
Stacking Cups
Stacking cups are so fun for little ones and can be used to play inside, in the bathtub, and in the sandbox.
- Colorful Baby Toys: This set of stacking toys features 8 brightly...
- Montessori Stacking Toys: Your kids will love creating a rainbow...
- Baby Development Toys: Each of these stacking cups doubles as...
Soft blocks
Soft blocks are perfect for infants to start to notice cause/effect, and they are safe for them to chew on.
Bibs
You need alllll they types of bibs – drool bibs, food catching bibs, burpy bibs, and of course, photo-worthy and seasonal bibs.
Other fun toys (baby-approved in my house!)
Socks
(JuDanzy socks actually stay on!). Favorite socks slipping off? These thin Sock Ons keep socks on little feet without being too tight.
Baby Best Sellers
- TRAINING TOOTHBRUSH. Sized just right for small mouths and little...
- BABY’S FIRST TOOTHBRUSH. Super-soft bristles safely and gently...
- EASY-TO-GRIP. The soft comfort-grip handle is easy for little...
- Each bubble helps stimulate baby's sense of sight, hearing and...
- Textured rings move freely around the bubbles
- Bubbles float in water
- Christmas teethers are designed for holidays! Product includes...
- Made of 100% BPA free food grade silicone. Top rack dishwasher...
- Size is 4 inch x 3.25 inch. Attractive design can inspire the...
- QUICK CLEAN: Triple-angle silicone double-sided brush cleans and...
- GLIDE AND GUIDE: Glide brush along the gum line to clean and...
- HABIT FORMING: Helps train and develop good oral hygiene habits...
- 2 mini flexible, teethable Oballs are easy to hold
- Colorful rattle beads create fun sounds to entertain and delight...
- Textured rattle is clear so baby can see the colorful beads. BPA...
Stocking Stuffers for Toddlers ages 12-36 months
Some items may not be appropriate until closer to 18 months
Bath toys
Other options include lotion, bubble bath, washcloths, and other bath themed items. But toys are the most fun!
Blocks
Feeding items
Other big wins for toddlers
Bubbles, Crayons and sidewalk chalk. Stickers. Board books. Real underwear for potty training. Small stuffed animals. Hand or finger puppets, fruit cups, fruit snacks, crackers, puffs
- 20-count box of decorative Disney Princess Band-Aid Brand...
- Fun bandages designed with Disney Princess characters from your...
- These Disney Princess kids' bandages are designed to cover and...
- TRAINING TOOTHBRUSH. Sized just right for small mouths and little...
- BABY’S FIRST TOOTHBRUSH. Super-soft bristles safely and gently...
- EASY-TO-GRIP. The soft comfort-grip handle is easy for little...
- SPARK MORE EXPLORATION! Discover the world with science &...
- THE ONLY BINOCULARS DESIGNED FOR KIDS: Kid-sized binoculars are...
- KIDS BINOCULARS MADE FOR KIDS: Kidnoculars are kid binoculars...
- THREE-SIDED TODDLER TOOTHBRUSH. Dr. Brown’s ToothScrubber...
- COLOR-CHANGING BRISTLES. No more worrying about when to replace...
- EASY-GRIP TODDLER TOOTHBRUSH. The toothbrush is easy for little...
- 10 cans of creative fun – kids can get creative with just the...
- Just the right colors to start - shape, squish, mix, and make it...
- Shape your imagination – squishy, bright, non-toxic Play-Doh...
Stocking Stuffers for Ages 3-5![](https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=cbuscheap-20&language=en_US&l=li3&o=1&a=B004ALKLR2)
Hand play toys
This is the best time to get kids working with their hands! Studies show that it helps develop writing skills and hand development that they need in this next age stage.
Don’t be afraid of the mess! Give them an appropriate place to play with “messy” things like play-doh, magic sand, slime, etc. Designate a tray or shallow container that they can work on, and let them play at the kitchen table or counter.
You may be shocked at how long kids will play with things that they can manipulate. Play-doh always meant 30 minutes of play for my kids, and I always let them play with it.
They also loved rice bins with small toys, rocks, and shells, so that’s a great homemade/inexpensive holiday gift. Lay a blanket on the floor that you can easily shake out in the yard or trash can.
Art activities
Also: Crayons, sidewalk chalk, small drawing tablets, Stickers, stampers, and other art supplies
Good insulated to-go cup
We had SOOO many of these Thermos straw cups over the years for my kids. I highly recommend them!
Games, puzzles, learning toys
Other big hits with preschoolers
Bubbles, Hot Wheels, Slinkies, Small musical toy (harmonica, clackers), Kids’ nail polish, Glow sticks, Temporary tattoos, Character Band Aids, Mini flashlights
Fruit, fruit snacks, crackers, candy
Bell “from Santa’s sleigh”
- Little ones will enjoy playing a smarter version of Go Fish
- In this case, winning involves drawing the most upper- and...
- Here, each pair is represented by a parent and child animal
- Mold Foam Putty Into A Snowman; Perfect For Birthday Party Favors...
- Includes: Press In Eyes, Carrot Nose, Arms & Smile Mouth
- Allow Foam Putty To Set And Harden (Or Remold Until You Like Your...
- Paper-cutting project book with pre-printed activity pages
- 20 activity pages
- Includes plastic safety scissors that naturally encourage proper...
- Pull Back Car, Made of the high quality plastic car toy that are...
- Construction Vehicles, The 12 pieces play vehicle set are very...
- Truck Toy, Perfect educational learning tools that can stimulate...
- School Zone (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 54 Pages - 04/23/2019 (Publication Date) - School Zone Publishing...
Stocking Stuffers for Ages 6-12
Fidgets
Kids in elementary and middle school love little toys and what we may see as junk, but fidgeting is good for their brain development! It can help with concentration, multi-tasking, and fine motor skills that are still developing.
- PACK OF 120: 4 Pop Bubble, 1 Flip Chain, 8 Mochi Squishies, 9...
- Our Fidget toys are durable and doesn't break or crack when...
- Looking for a fun, unique and meaningful gift idea for a party,...
- Age 3+; Item Size: 2.25 inch square; 1 per package
- You NEED (KNEAD) NeeDoh for the best quiet fidget toy...
- New squish sensation feels soft when slow squished and firm when...
- 【SET OF 120】4 Poppers, 2 Squishy Balls, 2 Stress Balls, 4...
- 【POPULAR USES】Ideal for exciting Birthday Party Favors,...
- 【SUPERIOR QUALITY & CHILD SAFETY】Non-toxic. CPC Children...
- Random 9 DIFFERENT COLORS: Brighten your day with our set of 9...
- STRESS RELIEF: Enjoy the tactile sensation of small balls filled...
- COMPACT and PORTABLE: These mini stress balls are perfectly sized...
- Package Includes 10 Pieces Spiky Sensory Finger Rings In...
- Made Of Good Quality Stainless Steel With An Anodized Coating,...
- These Massaging Rings Can Reduce Anxiety, Relieve Stress, Can...
Games
Card games and travel games are great options for stockings! Get them off the screens and PLAY with them!
There are some great hand-held games that aren’t phones and tablets, too!
Squishy fun
Toys
They STILL like toys! Think Hot Wheels, Rubik’s Cube, Rubber Balls, harmonica, Lego MiniFigures, Yo-yo’s, Jump robe, Juggling balls, Mini Squishmallows
Accessories and personal care
Lip balm
Hair accessories/hats
Jewelry
Croc jibbets
Character Band Aids
Bubble bath
Electric toothbrush
Fun shoelaces
Temporary Tattoos
Practical items
Fun school supplies (shaped erasers, colored pens, mechanical pencils, washi tape, colored pencils, pencil sharpener, flash cards)
Mini flashlights/book light
Gloves, mittens, hat scarf
Refillable water bottles
Books
Plus, Fruit, fruit snacks, crackers, candy, gum, mini boxes of cereal
- UNICORN TOYS FOR GIRLS: Decorate, sticker, water, and grow an...
- GIFTS FOR GIRLS AGE 6-8+: Spark curiosity and inspire creativity...
- UNICORN PLANT PET: Easy indoor gardening with great results! Our...
- Perfect Vacation Companion: Wikki Stix for Doodlers is a kid's...
- Stress-Reducing Fidget Fun: Beyond creative play, Wikki Stix for...
- Perfect Small Gift For Both Kids And Adults As A Christmas...
- 20-count box of decorative Disney Princess Band-Aid Brand...
- Fun bandages designed with Disney Princess characters from your...
- These Disney Princess kids' bandages are designed to cover and...
- Goody Ouchless: Style your hair in comfort with Goody Ouchless...
- Damage-Free: Our pain-free, no-metal hair ties won’t snag or...
- Strong, Comfortable Hold: The braided design and thick inner core...
- 【Transformable Finger Gyros】4 colors (red yellow blue purple)...
- 【Cool Fidget Spinners】 Each of fingertip gyro has a a high...
- 【Stress Relief Toys】It can effectively reduce stress, anxiety...
Stocking Stuffers for Teens
Melting Snowman – these are so fun!
Squishes or Stress balls
Books
Personal care/hygiene
Makeup and nail polish
Razors
Perfume/cologne/lotions
Hair accessories/hats
Earrings/jewelry
Gloves, mittens, hat scarf
Electric toothbrush
Sneaker balls
Tickets and Cash
Movie tickets
Lottery tickets
Gas card (if they have a car)
Fast food gift cards
iTunes gift card
Money
Practical items
Phone charging cords (these always turn up missing!)
Journal
School supplies (colored pens/pencils, small notebooks, washi tape)
Phone case
Sunglasses
Mini flashlights
Multitool – girls need this too!!
Water bottles (Stanley, Simple Modern or preferred type?) or accessories for a cup
Fruit, gum, and candy
- FLAVORFUL LIP BALM: One package contains four 0.15 oz. lip balm...
- MOISTURIZED LIPS: Each balm is infused with responsibly sourced...
- FOUR REFRESHING FLAVORS: Delight the senses with Beeswax,...
- Shoe deodorizer balls for removing odors from shoes, gym Bags,...
- Small, round Design to reach and absorb odors in tight, dark...
- Fits in all shoes sizes, including Kids; effectively attacks...
- GOOD SOURCE OF PROTEIN: Keeping your diet packed with protein...
- ON-THE-GO SNACKING: The single serve beef jerky bags are the...
- MADE WITH 100% BEEF: Jack Link's Beef Jerky is made from lean...
- Discover the ultimate grooming companion for the modern man on...
- Crafted for longevity and style, the nail kit for men includes...
- Our nail clipper set is not just a tool; it's a statement of...
- TIKTOK MADE ME BUY IT–OVER 4 MILLION SOLD! Millions of players...
- INCLUDES 200 PUZZLES! Kanoodle includes 200 addicting 2D & 3D...
- 2D & 3D BRAIN TEASER PUZZLE GAME: Kanoodle is a brain teaser...
Stocking Stuffers for Adults
Whether you are stuffing stockings for your adult children, your spouse, your parents, or yourself, there are lots of items that they will love! Also, adults LOVE practical items, so it’s easy!
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Books and dvds
Lottery tickets
iTunes gift card
Small tools
Washi tape or fun duct tape
Flashlight
Water bottles
Cooling neck towels
Jewelry
Razors
Yummy candles
Bath and body items
Nail files
Lip balm
Airplane liquor bottles (baileys, rum, etc), or my favorite, mini champagne bottles for mimosas
Fruit, gum, and candy
- Highly effective:Our eye patches are useful in decreasing dark...
- Independent Packaging: This product contains 10 pairs of rose eye...
- Active ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen, Nicotinamide, Aloe...
- GOOD SOURCE OF PROTEIN: Keeping your diet packed with protein...
- ON-THE-GO SNACKING: The single serve beef jerky bags are the...
- MADE WITH 100% BEEF: Jack Link's Beef Jerky is made from lean...
- BILLIONS OF BUTTS WIPED: We make flushable wipes—billions of...
- EXTRA LARGE FLUSHABLE WIPES: When it comes to flushable wipes,...
- FLUSHABLE & 100% PLANT SOURCED FIBERS: Our flushable wipes are...
- Poo-Pourri Before-You-Go Toilet Spray leaves your bathroom...
- Scent: Original Citrus, Lavender Vanilla, Tropical Hibiscus,...
- How It Works: Shake well. Spritz 3-5 sprays into the toilet bowl...
- Kick-start your foot care with this rescue treatment for dry,...
- Intensely Moisturizes: Dr. Scholl's Dry, Cracked Skin...
- Deeply Hydrates: A proprietary blend of ingredients including...
Stocking Stuffers for anyone
Hair accessories, brushes, combs
Bath puffs or mitts
Cute socks
Gloves, mittens, hat scarf
Toothbrush
Toiletries
Cocoa packets
Wallet
Watch
Slippers or slipper socks
Belt
Bath bombs
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