The 30 Best Baby’s First Christmas Ornaments of 2022

The Lenox Baby’s First Christmas Rattle Ornament ranks high on our list because it’s unique, pre-personalized, and features adorable details that humbly stand out. It has tiny hearts, stars, dots, and gold accents against beautiful ivory-colored porcelain, so it’s sure to make a statement on your Christmas tree. It’s also just the right size (1.5 x 4.25 inches) to celebrate the sentimental time without overpowering other memorable ornaments.

While you can’t add a baby’s name or birthday, the ornament does come imprinted with the year and special occasion to save you customization time. If the rattle isn’t your style, the company also makes a Rudolph ornament for a baby’s first Christmas.

Price at time of publication: $60

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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.

Price at time of publication: $13

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This keepsake wooden block ornament is one of our top picks because it has all the best qualities of a commemorative ornament. Perfect as a gift for a new baby or for your own family, the ornament comes in three sizes and is customized with laser engraving. The different sides feature various personalized elements, including the baby’s full name and birth year. One side features the baby’s first initial in an old-fashioned letter block style. The block also includes a Bible verse, and the bottom can either display a personal engraved message or a Nativity scene.

Made in the United States from solid maple wood, this high-quality, classic ornament will be treasured for years to come. This perfect addition to the Christmas tree can be hung with the included hook or ribbon.

Price at time of publication: $30

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Remember your baby’s first Christmas with an ornament that’s sure to outshine the lights on the tree year after year. This glass baby ornament measures 3.75 inches in diameter and is an impressive 0.25 inches thick. The baby’s name and birth year can be etched into the glass for a unique personal touch.

Price at time of publication: $25

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This adorable ornament is the perfect example of elegant simplicity. All the information you need to provide is your baby’s name and birth year, and the Etsy designer will take care of the rest. The ornament measures 3.5 inches in diameter and can be made of wood or acrylic. If you go the acrylic route, you get a choice of colors: gold, rose gold, silver, or frosted. You also get to choose between 18 different ribbon colors for your keepsake.

Price at time of publication: $34

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Celebrate the whole family’s first Christmas together with this custom ornament. Squeeze in multiple members of your squad (even the furry ones) and select from dozens of color options for each family member’s skin tone, hair color, and hairstyle, or add special features, like angel wings or halos, to remember a loved one. There’s even a gift box option, so you don’t have to worry about wrapping it yourself.

Price at time of publication: $49 for 1 Side and no box

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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.

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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 percent porcelain ornament comes with a hanging ribbon and a velvet gift bag for a pretty presentation and safe storage.

Price at time of publication: $11

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Available in three charming animal options—kangaroo, sheep, or whale—this ornament is simple yet unique. Each ornament is handmade with hand-felted wool that’s soft to the touch and perfect for tiny hands to explore (supervised, of course).

Price at time of publication: $15

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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.

Price at time of publication: $7

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Mark your baby’s first Christmas with an ornament that speaks for itself. This adorable baby bootie is plated in silver and features the year on a heart-shaped charm. Plus, you don’t need to worry about customization; the bottom of the shoe is personalized to say “Baby’s 1st Christmas.”

Price at time of publication: $20

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Nothing screams “Baby’s First Christmas” like Winnie the Pooh and stacking rings. Combine both, and you’ve got the cutest keepsake on your tree each year. This Hallmark baby ornament features the beloved bear on top of three stacking rings covered in—you guessed it—honey!

Price at time of publication: $20

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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.

Price at time of publication: $12

Lenox

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Go back in time with a vintage-inspired baby carriage that makes a unique baby’s first Christmas ornament. The beautiful porcelain ornament features gold accents that sparkle with Christmas tree lights. For a small upcharge (under $6), personalize the ornament with your baby’s name and the year for a memorable touch.

Price at time of publication: $80

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Not much is sweeter than celebrating your baby’s first Christmas, but this adorable picture ornament comes pretty close. The ornament features an adorable decorative reindeer that sits next to your baby’s picture. Plus, the ornament is already personalized with the year and the inscription “Baby’s First Christmas.”

Price at time of publication: $16

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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.

Price at time of publication: $19 for Ornament w/box

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From its rustic style to adorable personalization options, this is the ultimate baby’s first Christmas keepsake. The ornament is handmade with acrylic, Baltic birch, ribbon, and twine—all of which come together beautifully to resemble a snow globe design. Include your baby’s name and birth stats into the ornament and watch them move with each shake, like a real snow globe.

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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.

Price at time of publication: $25

Precious Moments

Obsessed with Precious Moments? This adorable baby ornament features the classic style of the beloved collectibles on both sides. Side one of the porcelain keepsake features Noah’s Ark and space for your baby’s name to be added, while the second side contains four lines of text for you to leave a sweet note. This ornament is also available with pink writing.

Price at time of publication: $22

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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 a white ribbon. It's the perfect ornament to pass down for the years to come.

Price at time of publication: $115

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Sophie the Giraffe is a popular teething toy for babies that has reached icon status. In this ornament, a mini Sophie sits inside a plastic ball among “snowflakes” and hangs from a ribbon. Pair the ornament with a Sophie the Giraffe toy for an adorable baby’s first Christmas gift.

Price at time of publication: $20

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A rainbow baby’s first Christmas is special, and this personalized handmade ceramic ornament can help you commemorate the occasion. With up to 256 characters, there’s plenty of space to add your little miracle’s name and birth stats. Plus, the rainbow design is permanently printed onto the ornament, so you don’t have to worry about it fading over the years.

Price at time of publication: $30

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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 nontoxic 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.

Price at time of publication: $10

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From Santa holding a giant rattle to a hippo in a stocking, there are several of these unique baby’s first Christmas ornaments to choose from. These keepsakes are made through a special hand-crafted process that dates back to the Renaissance era. Each glass piece is then meticulously lacquered to create intricate designs, including a variety of “baby’s first Christmas” ornaments.

Price at time of publication: $80

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If onesies are your baby's 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.

Price at time of publication: $16

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Crystal ornaments are timeless, and this piece made to commemorate baby’s first Christmas is no exception. Shaped like a teddy bear, the lovely figure features a gold-colored charm with the year on it as a small customization detail. It also comes with a gold and white satin ribbon to tie the whole look together seamlessly.

Price at time of publication: $80

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If you don’t want to leave out any important details, this sweet Christmas ornament has you covered. In addition to the baby’s name, you can also include the baby’s date of birth, weight, measurements, and a photo, making it an ideal decoration for your Christmas tree as well as an adorable present for grandparents and other family members.

Price at time of publication: $20

Vietri

This baby ornament is stunning thanks to its unique hand-painted and mouth-blown glass design. St. Nick himself can be seen pushing a baby carriage on one side of the ornament while the other side cherishes the special occasion with the words “Baby’s 1st Christmas.”

Price at time of publication: $39

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