Best Holiday Gifts For Parents, Kids, and Babies Dec. 2018
9 Editor-Favorite Items That Make Amazing Gifts For Parents and Their Families
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With the millions of potential gift ideas swirling around the interwebs and in picked-over stores, it can be hard to settle on what to get your friends and family for the holidays. If you're struggling to find the perfect gift for a parent friend or one of the kids on your list — or for something to tell Santa you'd like! — we have a few editor-approved ideas.
Ahead, see some of our most coveted gift picks of the year for our friends and families (but also kind of for ourselves).
Veer All-Terrain Cruiser Wagon
"My daughter is at the age where she wants to look and squirm any chance she gets. The Veer All-Terrain Cruiser Wagon ($600) is a wagon that meets stroller safety standards, plus it has a number of different accessories to fully trick it out. It's definitely something I'm excited to use!" — Rebecca Brown, senior editor, Shopping and Family
Nintendo Switch Let's Go Pikachu! Bundle
"If your family doesn't own a Switch yet (it's seriously the most fun gaming system I've ever played with, for the record!), this Nintendo Switch Let's Go Pikachu! Bundle ($400) comes with the Switch system, the new Let's Go Pikachu! version game (which '90s parents will want to take over and play themselves), and the Pokéball Plus controller. It's so cute and such a great gift." — Alessis Santoro, editor, Family
The Wand by PureWine
"Kick that holiday party hangover to the curb with The Wand by PureWine ($25 for eight). These handy-dandy little contraptions remove histamines and sulfates from your vino, so bye-bye, headaches!" — Murphy Moroney, assistant editor, Family
Ember Copper Mug
This electronic Ember Copper Mug ($130) saves you multiple trips to the microwave by keeping your drinks perfectly toasty from the first to last sip. I use the ceramic Ember Mug every single day, but their newest copper version is absolutely dazzling. If you have a parent who loves their coffee — or hot toddies — this is an indulgent gift they'll really enjoy. — Angela Elias, director, Family
Triangle Round Playmat
"For a quick way to punch up a kid's room or nursery, this architectural Triangle Round Playmat ($100) is at the top of my list. Not only is it organic, but it's also reversible — the other side is green." — RB
Freshly Picked Kids' Clothing
"My favorite kids' brand, Freshly Picked, recently released clothing, and every single piece is darling. My personal favorite item is the above-pictured BB Graphic Tee ($38), which they paired in the photo with these adorable Olive Banded Bottom Joggers ($40). Kids don't exactly love getting clothes for the holidays, but I don't know . . . this line might change that." — AS
Artifact Uprising Brass Easel & Calendar
"I've finally collected enough photos to warrant a family calendar. I love how tasteful and minimalist Artifact Uprising's Brass Easel & Calendar ($60) is, and it makes for the perfect grandparents' gift." — RB
Peyton & Parker Short Sleeve Shine Dresses
"This sweet little Peyton & Parker Short Sleeve Shine Dress ($10) means your mini me can dress up for the holidays without completely breaking the bank." — MM
