Stocking Fillers for Babies and Toddlers Under £20
Stocking fillers are often the most fun part of Christmas morning, especially for babies and toddlers, who are just as happy with a small surprise as a big present. The trick is finding things that are safe for little ones, actually useful or loved, and not destined for the bottom of the toy box by Boxing Day. Here are our favourite stocking fillers for babies and toddlers, sorted by price.
What makes a good stocking filler for little ones?
- Safe for their age. Many classic stocking fillers have small parts. For under-3s, always check the age label.
- Small but special. A beautifully made rattle or book feels like a treat.
- Useful counts! Cups, bibs and spoons get used every single day.
- Not too many. A few lovely things are plenty for a little one.
Stocking fillers for £10 and under
- Little Dutch Bath Boats (4 months+). Four boats to float, stack and scoop water with, perfect for bath time.
- Little Dutch Baby Bunny Ring Rattle (from birth). A soft bunny on a clear ring of gentle beads.
- Little Dutch Miffy Rattle. A sweet soft rattle featuring Miffy in the Lucky Blossom print.
- Little Dutch Wooden Roller Rattle. It rolls along with a soothing sound.
- Little Dutch Rain Rattle. Beads trickle through with a soft raindrop sound.
- Liewood sippy cups. The Ellis straw cup and the Mr Bear cup are 100% silicone and work with or without the straw.
Stocking fillers under £15
- Jo & Nic's Crinkly Newspaper (3 months+). A crinkly cloth "newspaper" with bold pictures. It's one of our most-loved baby gifts and comes in lots of editions, like Bugs, Safari Animals and Rainbow Dinosaurs.
- Little Dutch Soft Activity Booklet. A soft crinkly book with textures and a baby-safe mirror, small enough for the changing bag.
- Petit Boum Sensory Bottle (3 months+). Hidden ladybirds and grass move with a gentle sound.
- Little Dutch Silicone Teether (4 months+). A handy teether that doubles as a keychain.
- Little Dutch Fox Cuddle Cloth (from birth). A soft comforter with knots to grab and a loop for a dummy.
- Grass & Air Kids Beanie. A cosy cotton knit hat for wintry Christmas walks.
Stocking fillers under £20
- Little Dutch Stacking Rings (12 months+). A classic stacker with a gently rocking base.
- Little Dutch Pram Toy Chain (from birth). Keeps them entertained on all those Christmas visits.
- Picca LouLou Hillary Hippo. A handmade soft hippo, cuddly and sweet.
- Liewood Cameron Straw Sippy Cup. A silicone straw cup for little ones learning to drink on their own.
- Liewood Liva Spoons. A 4-pack of silicone spoons with easy-grip handles for self-feeding.
- Liewood Tilda Silicone Bibs. A 2-pack that's wipe clean and dishwasher safe.
Wooden stocking fillers under £20
If you'd like something that isn't plastic, these Bigjigs Toys favourites all come in under £20:
- Bigjigs Farmyard Maze Puzzle (£14.99): guide the balls round with a magnetic wand. Great for car journeys. Ages 3+.
- Bigjigs Wooden Vegetable Crate (£15.99) or Fruit Crate (£15.99): ten pieces of wooden play food. From 18 months.
- Bigjigs First Shapes Sorter (£15.99): a chunky first puzzle. From 18 months.
- Bigjigs Daisy Rag Doll (£15.99): a soft 28cm doll, suitable from birth.
- Bigjigs Rail My First Train Set (£16.99): 20 chunky pieces. Ages 3+.
- Green Toys My First Stacking Cups (£19.49): made from recycled plastic. From 6 months.
A little something for the grown-ups
Don't forget Mum or Dad's stocking! The Studio Noos teddy coin purse is handmade with a gold zip, and it's just the right size for cards and coins on the school run.
Our stocking filler tips
- Mix fun and useful. A rattle next to a new straw cup works brilliantly.
- Wrap less. For babies, tissue paper is half the fun. Toddlers love opening lots of small parcels.
- Avoid small parts for under-3s. Skip tiny figures, balloons and coin-shaped chocolates.
- Bundle and save on delivery. Free UK delivery on orders over £65, with Priority Delivery (1 to 2 working days) and Klarna available.
Frequently asked questions
What do you put in a baby's stocking?
Soft, safe things suitable from birth: a rattle, a crinkly cloth book, a comforter or bath toys. Practical bits like bibs and cups are great too.
What are good stocking fillers for toddlers?
Straw cups, bath toys, stacking cups, a cosy hat, small cuddly toys and wooden play food all go down well. Always check they're suitable for under-3s.
How much should you spend on stocking fillers?
There's no right answer, but many families keep each item small, often under £10 to £15, and fill the stocking with just a few things.
Shop stocking fillers at Arlo's Place
We're an independent, mum-run shop. Browse all our gifts under £20 and our full Christmas gifts for babies and kids. Looking for the main present? See our Christmas gifts for 1-year-olds, Christmas gifts for 2-year-olds and Christmas gifts for 3-year-olds.
