The 15 Best Baby’s First Christmas Ornaments of 2021

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A keepsake holiday ornament is a perfect way to celebrate your own baby or a special little one in your life. Baby’s first Christmas is a sentimental time and a great opportunity to pick out a special ornament. Many first Christmas ornaments feature personalization and/or a photo of your sweetie to help you recall their baby days.

From options featuring your little one's cute face to classic or minimalist styles, we've rounded up the best baby's first Christmas ornaments to adorn your tree. Plus, know what to look for in tree decorations to ensure you and your family have memorable—and safe—token of baby's very first yuletide.

Here, the best ornaments to commemorate baby's first Christmas.

Our Top Picks

Palmetto Wood Shop Baby's First Christmas Ornament at Amazon

A classic and durable first Christmas ornament that will fit any tree theme and easily match your home decor.

Bed Bath & Beyond Holly Branch Baby Photo Ornament at Buybuy BABY

A classic and beautiful gift for anyone welcoming a new baby, its space for a photo and two-line message allows for customization.

MadlyPersonal Baby’s First Christmas Ornament at Etsy

A durable ornament made to last, its stainless steel disk can be engraved with the name and date of your choice.

Zazzle Bi-Racial Family Christmas Ornament at Zazzle.com

The diversity-celebrating ornament can be personalized with the year and the family name. You can also choose the shape.

Gunner & Lux Gunner & Lux Holiday Ornament DIY Kit at Maisonette.com

A fun DIY activity, siblings and parents can work together on creating an ornament for the newest addition to the family.

buy Buy Baby My Very First Christmas Heart Ornament at Buybuy BABY

Designed in a classic heart shape, the porcelain ornament can be personalized with your little one's name and birth year.

Creation of Color BABY SNOWFLAKE GIRL ORNAMENT at Creationsofcolor.com

The ornament is shaped like a snowflake while a bundled up baby boy is the main focus of the piece.

Buy Buy Baby Baby's First Christmas Ornament at Buybuy BABY

A pick that's sure to be a favorite, one side can be added with a photo of your baby while the other includes their birthday.

Maisonette Baby’s First Christmas Glass Ornament at Coton-colors.com

A little ornament for a little one, the design features a cute giraffe while it's packed in a matching box for easy gifting.

WoodenYouLikeIt Onesie Ornament at Etsy

A wooden onesie ornament to match all the onesies the newborn in your life is wearing, it's laser engraved for a personal touch.

Palmetto Woodshop Baby's First Christmas Ornament

Made in the United States from solid maple wood, this keepsake wooden block ornament will be treasured for years to come. You can choose from three sizes. The laser-engraved block features baby's name, first initial, the year, and a bible verse. On the ornament bottom, you can pick between a custom message or an image of the Nativity scene. Whether you are giving it to a new baby in your extended family or your own newborn, it'll be the perfect addition to the Christmas tree.

Honor baby’s first Christmas with a special photo ornament. It’s custom printed with any photo and two custom message lines. There’s also a sweet ribbon for hanging on the tree. Made of 100% porcelain, the ornament comes in an elegant velvet drawstring bag for easy giving.

MadlyPersonal Baby's First Christmas Ornament

A stainless steel personalized ornament will add a shiny touch to any tree. With space for up to 45 characters, there’s lots of flexibility in what details to include on the ornament. Since it’s handmade, make sure to follow the deadlines to ensure delivery before Christmas.

Zazzle Customizable Bi-Racial Family Christmas Ornament

Customize this ornament to create a family that looks just like yours. Once you match your family make-up, personalize the ornament with the year and family name. If there’s a new baby, this is a sweet gift for a growing family.

Older siblings may enjoy making their baby brother or sister their very own ornament. If your kiddo has recently been upgraded to the big brother or big sister position, this is the perfect way to commemorate their promotion. This kid-focused DIY kit includes an ornament to customize with beads, a tassel, markers, string, and a charm.

buy buy Baby My Very First Christmas Ornament

Celebrate a special year with a sweetheart ornament. The first Christmas design includes the baby's name and birth year with various color options to choose from. The 100% porcelain ornament comes with a hanging ribbon and a velvet gift bag for a pretty presentation and safe storage.

Creations of Color Baby Christmas Ornament

Crafted by a Black-owned business, this festive snowflake ornament will be the star of the tree. Created out of resin, this adorable ornament will last through future holidays with your sweetie. The snowflake comes ready to hang.

buy buy Baby Baby's First Christmas Age Glossy Ornament

With your little one's face on one side and all of their details on the other, this double-sided ornament is an adorable way to bring in your sweetie's first Christmas. With two colors to choose from, you can customize the ornament to be a perfect gift too. Made of beautiful porcelain, this ornament includes a velvet bag and stylish hanging ribbon.

Coton Colors Baby’s First Christmas Glass Ornament

Keep it simple but still very special with these dainty, gender-neutral glass ornaments. Each ornament is capped with a precious little ribbon bow for a sweet touch. Packaged in a matching box, these darling ornaments make perfect ready-made gifts too.

Etsy Baby’s First Christmas Wooden Onesie Ornament

What’s more fitting for a new baby than a wooden onesie ornament with all their personalized details? Made from Baltic birch, it is laser engraved with all the information from the baby’s birth. Once the order is placed, a form helps buyers fill in all the details for a super easy experience.

Trim the tree with an art deco-style ornament that can be customized with photos, text, and designs on both the front and back. If the circular shape isn't your style, you can choose from three other shapes for a totally customized look. The two-sided metal ornament comes with a ribbon and is ready to hang on the tree.

DIGIBUDDHA Baby's First Christmas Ornament

A sweet porcelain ornament, this design is permanently fused into the ornament, so there are no stickers or decals involved. A high-quality gift, the ornament comes with a hanging ribbon and gift box.

Turn your baby’s foot or hand imprint into a precious piece of art for your home or Christmas tree. The no-mess kit is easy to use, even with a squirmy baby. Simply roll out the non-toxic soft clay, press your baby’s hand or foot to capture the imprint, use the hole puncher to make a hanging hole, and let the clay air-dry. The included ribbon completes the set.

buy buy Baby Bodysuit Christmas Ornament

If onesies are your baby's favorite outfit of choice, this ornament will suit them perfectly. Choose between a pink or blue baby bodysuit and then add the new baby's name for a sweet personalized ornament. Shipped with a velvet bag for safe storage or easy giving, this ornament is a sweet way to commemorate a special year.

SWAROVSKI Joyful Christmas Crystal Ornament Collection

Your Christmas tree will shimmer, glimmer, sparkle, and shine with this beautiful crystal ornament from SWAROVSKI. Inside the ball-shaped ornament you'll find an adorable teddy bear sitting next to a Christmas tree. Delicate white snowflakes can be found on the outside of the ornament which is held beautifully by white ribbon. It's the perfect ornament to pass down for the years to come.

For an ornament that can be passed down, check out Pearhead Babyprints Keepsake Ornaments (view at Bed Bath & Beyond). Simply roll out the non-toxic soft clay, press your baby’s hand or foot to capture the imprint, use the hole puncher to make a hanging hole, and let the clay air-dry. Finish off the ornament with the included ribbon. There's also buy buy Baby's Baby's First Christmas Age Glossy Christmas Ornament (view at buybuy BABY), which is not only budget-friendly, but can be personalized with a picture and special dates. Made of beautiful porcelain, this ornament also includes a velvet bag and stylish hanging ribbon.

What to Look for in Baby's First Christmas Ornament

Safety and Durability

Ideally, your baby's first Christmas ornament should be childproof (without sharp edges or small parts that could be choking hazards), so you can show it to your little one and let them hold it if they're able. No matter what, the ornament should be durable so it can stand the test of time. You'll want to enjoy hanging it on your Christmas tree for years to come.

Design

An engaging design is not only pretty, it can also appeal to your baby's senses. A shiny or sparkling surface will give your little on a new and entertaining experience. The same goes for first Christmas ornaments with lights, sounds, or music. You may also appreciate a unique appearance. After all, this isn't any ordinary ornament—it's your infant's very first.

Personalization

There are many options available to customize your baby's first Christmas ornament. Whether you choose to have their name imprinted or engraved on it, adorn it with their picture, or both, making this decoration stand out from the rest memorializes the moment in a way you and your family can enjoy year after year.

Why Trust Verywell Family

Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of a 10-year-old son, 7-year-old son, and 3-year-old daughter. She loves seeing a mix of ornaments on the Christmas tree, so she’s all for special ornaments that celebrate a baby’s birth. As the kids get bigger, looking back at older ornaments is always so special.

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