It’s some-bunny’s first Easter and we’ve got the basket stuffers to make it memorable
Another “first” is around the corner! There’s nothing better than watching your baby experience their first, well, anything. From their first laugh to the first time they pet a dog and everything in between, we moms love firsts. Holidays are definitely some of the most exciting firsts to celebrate, so with Easter coming up next month, it’s time to start planning. Those giggly photo ops don’t just happen, and filling your baby’s first Easter basket with goodies to make them smile big is a must!
Of course, whether you’re Team Candy or not, chocolate bunnies aren’t exactly the best thing for your little-little ones. We put together a list of the best first Easter basket ideas that are candy-free but still oh-so-sweet! There are cuddly stuffies, adorable toys, comfy Easter-pic-ready outfits they can get to hopping in (if they’re ready for that sort of thing, that is). Get ready to pack their baskets with the best baby-friendly Easter surprises, and don’t forget to post those precious moments to your Tinybeans App! Your family and friends are gonna want to Peep these pics!
Loulou Lollipop Silicon Bunny Teether
With two tasty food-grade-silicone ears to nibble on and a soft handle to grab onto, there's a lot for babies to love about this soothing teether!
Baby GUND Lena Lamb Soft Baby Booties with Rattle
These GUND baby booties will look adorable while keeping your newborn's toes warm and cozy. The fluffy lambs (size 0-3 months) attach with hook and loop fasteners and have a gentle rattle inside to entrance your little one! Machine washable.
Baby GUND Lena Lamb Soft Baby Booties with Rattle ($15.48)—Buy Now!
Copper Pearl Gender-Neutral Baby Bandana Bibs
Copper Pearl is known for luxurious fabrics with darling designs, and this set of 4 bibs is no exception! They're made of 100% cotton on the front to absorb drool and 100% fleece on the back that keeps babies dry and feels soft against the skin.
Copper Pearl Gender-Neutral Baby Bandana Bibs ($21.95)—Buy Now!
Little Naturalists: Beatrix Potter Wrote Stories (BabyLit) Board book
Best known for her children's book The Tale of Peter Rabbit, English author Beatrix Potter wrote 23 children's stories and was a talented artist. In this sweet rhyming board book, we learn about her love for animals and how she left more than 4,000 acres to the National Trust! Beatrix Potter Wrote Stories is part of Gibbs Smith's Little Naturalists book series, which includes children's books on other famous naturalists, including Jane Goodall, John James Audobon, George Washington Carver, Wangari Maathai and more.
Little Naturalists: Beatrix Potter Wrote Stories (BabyLit) Board book ($7.19)—Buy Now!
Chillin With My Peeps Easter Bunny Viscose Bamboo Pajama Convertible Footie Romper
Just because they can't eat them doesn't mean they can't sport these sweet Peeps-inspired PJ's!
Chillin With My Peeps Easter Bunny Viscose Bamboo Pajama Convertible Footie Romper ($38.00)—Buy Now!
Flip Easter Egg Plush
Here's a clever way to add another surprise to Easter: flip this fuzzy egg inside out and surprise! Out comes a fuzzy baby chick or a bunny.
Baby & Toddler Brim Sun Protection Hat UPF 50+
This adorable wide-brim hat provides full sun protection and stays on thanks to a tie chin strap. It has UPF 50+ sun protection and keeps baby cool with lightweight, quick-dry material and a wicking liner that pulls moisture away from baby's head! The adjustable toggle customizes the size for your baby's head and grows with them. Available in 0-6 months, 9-18 months and 2T-4T and in lots of cute colors and patterns.
Baby & Toddler Brim Sun Protection Hat UPF 50+ ($12.51+)—Buy Now!
Baby Tinkle Crinkle Activity Plush Bunny
This plush bunny from GUND's Tinkle Crinkle line is both a soft, snuggly companion and a sensory toy with colors and textures to explore! There's a flower-shaped, nubby teether for chewing and a ring on top to hang this bunny from a car seat or stroller for outings.
Wrist & Foot Rattle Set
Babies love learning about their own hands and feet, and this set is a great way to keep them entertained with every move they make!
Babiators Polarized Flower, Rose Gold Mirrored Lens in Peachy Keen
Get ready for the sunny, summery days ahead with a pair of baby sunglasses, like these from Babiators. With UV400 lenses that offer 100% UVA and UVB protection, they'll protect baby's eyes from the sun's rays. And the flexible frames and shatter-resistant lenses resist breakage. Available in a variety of colors and styles (even heart shaped!), you can also purchase a silicone strap to keep your child from taking them off!
Babiators Polarized Flower, Rose Gold Mirrored Lens in Peachy Keen ($38.00)—Buy Now!
E is for Easter Book
In Babylit's alphabet primer E Is for Easter, your little will learn the ABCs while enjoying fun, vintage-inspired drawings that celebrate Easter and spring, from Easter egg hunts to the beauty of spring flowers!
Infantino Lil' Nibbles Textured Silicone Teether
For babies who love to chew, pop this Easter-appropriate silicone teether from Infantino into their Easter basket!
Infantino Lil' Nibbles Textured Silicone Teether ($4.99)—Buy Now!
TOMY Toomies Hide & Squeak Easter Eggs
These Tomy Hide & Squeak Eggs will stay a favorite long after Easter is over! Younger babies will love to pull off the shells to reveal the colorful eggs underneath (and to give these toys a good chew). Older babies can match the colors of the shells and eggs, push on the egg to hear it squeak, and sort the eggs into the right spot in the egg carton. Each has a unique shape on the bottom and fits only in one spot of the carton.
My 1st Easter Basket Plush Playset
Soft and sweet, this basket is filled with an age-appropriate plush set of four holiday-themed toys from GUND: a carrot crinkle toy, a squeaky egg, a chick rattle and a bunny that makes sounds!
Slumberkins Honey Bear Snuggler & Board Book
Slumberkins are designed to not only soothe and comfort little ones, but to help them develop social and emotional skills early!
Slumberkins Honey Bear Snuggler & Board Book ($52.00)—Buy Now
Soft Stacking Blocks Ring Stacker
This stacking toy grows with your kiddos; from little tiny chewers to older stackers who are learning all about shapes!
SKYFIELD Carrot Harvest Game
A Montessori-inspired shape sorting toy that'll be fun long after Peter Cottontail heads back down the Bunny Trail!
Peter Rabbit Gift Set
A Beatrix Potter plush, rattle, and teether that could even become a keepsake!
Crochet Bunny Egg Toys, Set Of 3
Handmade in Armenia, these bunnies can easily go from toy to decor, so you may want to snag more than one set!
The Petit Artiste Gift Set
This minimalist-designed set from Manhattan Toy was created for little ones from newborns to toddlers! It includes a cute bunny, soft book, and unfinished all-natural wood teething ring.
Emerson and Friends Snuggle Bunny Easter Cotton Onesie Gift Set
We love everything Peeps-inspired, and this darling set is perfect for wiggly babies!
Emerson & Friends Snuggle Bunny Easter Cotton Onesie Gift Set ($39.00)—Buy Now!
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