Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Toddlers

Old Saint Nick first began filling stockings many, many years ago when he came upon a house of a very poor family. Knowing this, he dropped three small sacks of gold coins down the chimney. As it turns out, earlier that day, the three sisters in the house had hung their socks up to dry by the fireplace. So as a result of these two actions, the sacks of gold coins from Saint Nicholas landed right inside of the socks. And thus, the tradition of stuffing stockings began.

Times have changed, everyday socks have turned into seasonal and decorative stockings, and a large variety of different presents now appear each Christmas morning, but the magic of this tradition is still the very same. I don’t know how it happens, but every year I believe I’m done with my Christmas shopping, but then I remember... the stockings! I have a preschooler and a toddler this year, but I’m pretty convinced that no matter the ages, stocking stuffers can always be categorized into three compartments: practical, playful, and seasonal. However, to be more age-specific, I’ve compiled a list of the perfect stocking stuffers specifically for toddlers! (For stocking stuffers for infants, click here.)

Practical

This category consists of typical and useful items that will be used throughout the year. You know, things like the following:

• Underwear

Toddlers are an absolute blast and also happen to be really fun to shop for-- these two toddler features make the holidays perfectly magical. And whether it’s practical, playful, or seasonal, stocking stuffers add SO much to the Christmas morning experience. So much so that it's to the point that it’s very difficult to imagine Christmas without stockings! The two go hand in hand! Even though they may often get left to last-minute additions to Christmas gifts, there’s nothing that can replace this iconic tradition! Merry Christmas and happy stuffing!