Easter Basket
What to put in an easter basket for a 18 month old?
My friend has an 18 month old baby boy and I wanted to make him an easter basket. Problem is - I have NO idea what is appropriate.
Like.. can I put normal easter candy in there? Or are they too young?
Any suggestions would be GREAT.
Thanks so much!
I have a 15 month old and I am putting this in his basket -
Duckies board book
Tennis Shoes
Socks
Stuffed bunny
(other ideas)
pink and white animal crackers
Fruit snacks
little oranges
baggy of pretzels
hard boiled eggs
He doesn't need the candy. Both my husband and I will have baskets with candy and we'll share.
Good luck! I'm excited for my little ones easter too.
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How to Make the Perfect Easter Basket for Your Toddler
Browsing online, I saw a toddler Easter basket selling for $65. Since when does a parent have to spend so much money on a basket filled with a stuffed animal, candy and plastic grass for a two-year old? You can spend a lot less and create a basket that’s even better because it’s tailor made just for your child.
Here’s how you make a perfect Easter basket that will not break the bank and make a great impression on your terrific toddler:
1. Start with a basket you already have at home. Don’t buy that Easter basket at the grocery store that you will use once and then pitch into your garage to be lost forever. Can’t find a basket? Look for a small plastic storage bin, decorate a shoebox, or extra plastic wastebasket. Nix the cellophane wrap.
2. Skip the candy and load up on healthier treats instead. Your toddler’s favorite fruits or crackers will do just fine. Or try a new brand of cracker. If your toddler is asking for candy, just include one small chocolate egg or a few peeps. Remember the less your toddler is exposed to candy, the better!
3. Instead of filling plastic eggs with candy, fill them with beans instead. Tape them up with colorful electrical tape and you’ve got a new shaker instrument. You can also fill the eggs with small toys or stickers.
4. Include items you need to buy anyway: a toothbrush with one of your child’s favorite characters, nice socks, new character underwear or pajamas.
5. Great toys to include are inexpensive items like crayons, sidewalk chalk, coloring books, toy cars, stickers, play doh, rubber duckies and other toys for the bath.
6. Celebrate the coming of spring with some outdoor activity toys like a Frisbee, bubbles, or ball.
7. Write them a simple note that says “I love you” or “Happy Easter.” Encourage them to say each letter in your note.
Create your basket with your toddler in mind. Include some of his or her favorite things and you’ll be sure to have a hit! And it will cost you a lot less than $65.
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