Babies Gear and Products The 21 Best Gifts for 2-Month-Olds of 2021 Treat the newborn in your life to something that will help them learn and grow By Maya Polton Maya is a mother of three and freelance writer specializing in family, food, and lifestyle content. She reviews products for Verywell Family. Learn about our editorial process Maya Polton Fact checked by Fact checked by Emily Swaim on September 04, 2020 linkedin Emily is a fact checker, editor, and writer who has expertise in psychology, health and lifestyle content. Learn about our editorial process Emily Swaim Updated on September 04, 2020 Print Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. Our Top Picks Baby GUND Animated Flappy Elephant Plush at Amazon "This interactive game of peek-a-boo will keep newborns entranced for hours." Manhattan Toy Whoozit Rattle and Squeaker at Amazon "A thoughtful gift to give to the parent of an infant is one that focuses on sensory development." Pastel Headband Trio at maisonette.com "The perfect add-on to any baby fashionista outfit." If I Were a Puppy...Book at Amazon "It has beautiful illustrations and a fun and super soft puppy tail." Wonder Woman 3-Piece Set at buybuybaby.com "Perfect for Halloween or any fangirl moms, this set fits babies 0 to 6 months old." Angel Dear Avocado Sun Hat at maisonette.com "The sweet avocado pattern looks perfect on baby boys or girls." Magnetic Coverall at Amazon "Sizes range from newborn through 12 to 18 months." On the Day You Were Born Print at etsy.com "Add the baby’s name, birth date, and location for a frameable keepsake." HALO Sleep Sack at Amazon "The three-way adjustable swaddle can swaddle either both arms or one arm." Lamaze Freddie the Firefly at Amazon "It hooks onto strollers, seats, carriers, or anywhere else for fun wherever you go." Finding a gift for a 2-month-old can mix the personalized (now you know the baby’s name) with the practical. Consider the baby’s size, season, and location to help determine what size clothes and style (cute fleece coat vs sleeveless onesies) will be an appropriate and welcome gift. Here, the best gifts for 2-month-olds. Our Top Picks Baby GUND Animated Flappy Elephant Plush Buy on Amazon Press the left foot for an interactive game of peek-a-boo complete with flapping ears, then press the right foot for another song with Flappy’s ears moving in time to the music. Safe for newborns on up. The 23 Best Newborn Baby Gifts of 2021 Manhattan Toy Whoozit Rattle and Squeaker 3.4 Buy on Amazon A thoughtful gift to give to the parent of an infant is one that focuses on sensory development. At two months, a baby is becoming more interested in texture, bold prints, and shapes, which is why Mr. Whoozit is a classic favorite that touches on all these points. The toy measures 8.5 inches and is designed in vivid colors and patterns that will help your baby focus. Crisp textures and sounds such as grasping loops, squeakers, and crinkle paper will teach baby to touch and grasp. There is also a self-discovery mirror that will have your baby staring at the image that looks back at them. It also has a funny looking face on it (babies are hardwired to recognize and relate to faces from birth). This soft toy can be attached to the crib to keep baby stimulated as well as used when traveling in a stroller or car seat. Manhattan Toy Baby Whoozit Stroller and Travel Activity Toy Review Pastel Headband Trio Courtesy of Maisonette Buy on Maisonette.com The perfect add-on to any baby fashionista outfit, these nylon headbands are crafted from ultra-soft fabric that’s comfy and cute while remaining stretchy enough for delicate heads. The three headbands fit newborns through 2-year-olds. If I Were a Puppy...Book Buy on Amazon Buy on Jellycat.com Suitable from birth on up, this sweet board book (that wipes clean) has beautiful illustrations and a fun and super soft puppy tail. Get ready to read this one again and again! Wonder Woman 3-Piece Set Courtesy of Buy Buy Baby Buy on Buybuy BABY Wonder Woman! This adorable superhero-themed bodysuit set is made of 100% cotton and includes a bodysuit, hat, and booties. Perfect for Halloween or for any fangirl moms, this set fits babies 0 to 6 months old. Angel Dear Avocado Sun Hat Courtesy of Angel Dear Buy on Maisonette.com Protect your mini babe with a super stylish sun hat made from 100% cotton. The smaller size fits newborns, and the sweet avocado pattern looks perfect on baby boys or girls. The 8 Best Baby Sun Hats of 2021 Magnetic Coverall Buy on Amazon Buy on Magneticme.com Tired parents rejoice! These super soft and eco-friendly coveralls feature time-saving magnetic fasteners, so even sleep deprived parents can dress babies at lightning speed. Sizes range from newborn through 12 to 18 months, so there’s a size and style for everyone. On the Day You Were Born Print Courtesy of Etsy Buy on Etsy Welcome a new baby with a beautiful and personalized gift that is truly one of a kind. Using astronomy charting software, the print features star and constellation patterns based on specific birth date and location. Add the baby’s name, birth date, and location for a frameable keepsake. HALO Sleep Sack Buy on Amazon Buy on Kohls.com Safe sleep is made easy with adorable sleep blankets. The three-way adjustable swaddle can swaddle either both arms or one arm in and easily transitions to a wearable blanket when it's time to stop swaddling. Sweet patterns and sizing from newborn (6-12 pounds) to small (13-18 pounds) ensures there’s a size and pattern for all babies. Lamaze Freddie the Firefly Buy on Amazon Buy on Kohls.com Parents and babies both love this interactive firefly that engages babies with multiple textures, sounds, and more. Freddie hooks onto strollers, seats, carriers, or anywhere else for fun wherever you go. Lovevery Play Gym Courtesy of Lovevery Buy on Lovevery.com A splurge-worthy gift, this play gym will last for months to come. It is crafted with organic cotton and sustainably sourced wood. Designed by child development specialists, the five developmental zones can be revealed or concealed to prevent overstimulation and promote learning. Zutano Baby Booties Buy on Amazon Buy on Zutano.com Well-loved by experienced parents, these baby booties are cute, soft, and secure! The two-snap design keeps them on little baby feet so new parents will never pick up a kicked-off baby sock again. Sizes range from 3 to 24 months, and there are lots of patterns and fabrics to choose from. The 11 Best Baby Walking Shoes of 2021 LILLEbaby Ergonomic Child Carrier Buy on Amazon Buy on Lillebaby.com Ideal for infants through toddlers, this baby carrier can be used with children from 7 to 45 pounds. With six positions, including an ergonomic outward and back position (once the baby is 8 months old), this versatile carrier is attractive, comfortable, and highly rated. Infant Development Toys Gift Bundle Courtesy of Amazon Buy on Amazon Buy on Geniusbabies.com Appropriate for newborns on up, four black, white, and red infant development toys stimulate baby’s visual activity and early motor skills. The toys can all be used together or given to the baby one at a time. Personalized My First Sports Bag Courtesy of Personalization Mall Buy on Personalizationmall.com Future athletes and budding baby sports stars will appreciate this personalized bag that includes four fun pieces of sports gear. Appropriate for newborns on up, babies will enjoy the baseball sound toy, basketball squeak toy, soccer ball crinkle toy, and football rattle. Adidas Superstar Shoes Courtesy of Adidas Buy on Adidas.com Babies will look stylin' with the tiniest take on classic Adidas sneakers. Made with a soft mesh build, rubber toe caps, and hook-and-loop straps, these shoes are comfy for babies. There are sizes for newborns on up to early walkers. Primary Home Run Gift Set Courtesy of Primary Buy on Primary.com Gift this colorful set of five baseball bodysuits packaged in a sweet gift box. Sizing runs from 7 to 30 pounds and up to 33 inches in height; reviewers note that sizing runs small. Made of 100% cotton, these long sleeve bodysuits are outfitted with crotch snaps for easy changes. The 8 Best Baby Subscription Boxes of 2021 Green Toys Twist Teether Buy on Amazon Buy on Greentoys.com Made for newborns on up, tiny hands will love to grasp this lightweight, three dimensional, ultra-safe teether. Made in the U.S. from 100% recycled plastic, this teether is easy to clean and dishwasher safe. WubbaNub Infant Pacifier Buy on Amazon Buy on Walmart Recommended for babies 0 to 6 months old, this is a stuffed animal and infant pacifier combined into one soft, soothing toy. Since it’s easy for babies to grasp and hold, the WubbaNub eliminates the need for pacifier clips. Machine wash and air dry is recommended. Darlyng and Co Unscented Skincare Gift Bundle Courtesy of Darlyng and Co Buy on Darlyngandco.com Gentle products that are perfect for new baby skin (and the whole family), this gift bundle includes four highly rated products including soothing body cream, unrefined shea butter, scalp and cradle cap oil, and gentle cleanser body wash. The company is a Black-owned, family business run by a husband and wife team. Protest Onesie Courtesy of Kido Chicago Buy on Kidochicago.com New babies can speak their minds too with this sweet protest onesie. Made of 100% cotton and sold in four sizes, 20% of the proceeds will be donated and split between the Chicago Community Bond Fund and Storycatchers Theater, two causes that are close to the husband and wife team behind Black-owned Kido Chicago. Why Trust Verywell Family Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. 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