With the shopping season in full swing, you might be starting on your Christmas gift list. If you are anything like me, you have already seen the endless amounts of new toys out in all of the stores. All of the Frozen 2 merch, the Barbie Dream Houses on display, and let’s not forget the endless amount of “blind bag” type toys that, honestly, get me with their marketing ALL. THE. TIME.
Holiday Mom Stress is real. I have many tips for handling the extra expectations and anxiety that come around during the holiday season for moms. Two of my tips for handling Holiday Mom Stress involve gift buying. The first tip is to research gifts, whether that’s online or in-store. Research and plan before purchasing. The second tip is to help avoid extra anxiety. If you find yourself a little extra stressed while out shopping during the holidays, use your in-store time to research and browse, and then do your purchasing online in your own space where you have more control.
That being said, here are seven fun gift ideas for kids of all ages that you can order right from Amazon. It is always smart to make your Christmas gift list and to start purchasing and checking off your list as early as possible. Christmas may seem far away still, but it will be here before we know it.
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1. Camping Play Set
This creative camping play set has 18 different things your little campers need to have a camping adventure. Items include a battery powered pretend gas stove & oil lamp, binoculars, utility knife, multifunctional whistle, cooking pan, plates, shovel, pop-up tent and so much more. Set up your camping adventure inside or out in the backyard, whatever you are most comfortable with. Either way, you and your kids will benefit from the time spent together. Order yours on Amazon here.
2. Farmers Market Play Set
3. Instant Film Camera
Help your kids explore their creative side with this instant film camera taking us back to our Polaroid days. With five different colors to choose from, this bundle is great for almost any kid. The bundle also gets you filters, hanging frames, film, sticker frames, and so much more. Just looking at the picture of the camera set makes you feel creative, imagine the joy it would bring to receive this as a Christmas gift this year.
4. Wall Climbing Remote Control Car
I have seen some pretty epic videos of these wall climbing remote control care on my Facebook feed lately, and I have a feeling a lot of kids will be asking for these for Christmas this year. This car has two modes, floor mode and wall mode. The LED lights switch automatically when you change direction. The car is rechargeable, but the controller requires 3×1.5v AA batteries (which, of course, are not included). Remote control cars have been a great family activity for decades, and wall climbing cars take the fun up a notch. You can order yours here.
5. Kids Screenless Smartphone
This is a simple phone for kids that is exciting for both the kids and the parents. The Relay Screenless Smartphone has a button in the middle that can be pressed to use the phone as a walkie talkie. There is 4G LTE nationwide range with a $9.99/month prepaid, no-contract subscription. The parents use an app on their iOS or Android to receive messages walkie talkie style from their kids using the screen less smartphone. The app does not have to be open for you to receive messages, so you won’t ever miss your kiddo’s call. Three great color choices make this a great gift for any kids on your list this year. You can order your smartphone here.
6. Simon Air
Remember how fun the OG Simon game was? This game brings back all of the good memories of playing the original game, but with some new and improved features. The game itself loots completely different with more of a loop shape. There is a solo mode and a 2 player mode. This game can be used as a fun family group game or in your child’s free time alone, challenging and sharpening their memory and coordination skills.
7. Cupcake Scented Doll
Ok, you guys, this one is just for fun. Do you remember these little cupcakes that turn into dolls with giant skirts?! I remember how the toy smelled sweet with soft hints of vanilla, rubber, and paint. I remember that satisfying feeling of peeling the cupcake open to reveal a beautiful doll. Ladies, we are in luck. These magical toys are back. Even better, they are on Amazon. And they are probably way safer than they were back in the day.
BONUS: Keep your family warm and cozy with these delicious flannel blankets in many fun styles. Choose from tortillas, waffles, and pizza, and get a few of these cute and clever food themed blankets as holiday gifts this year.
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