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The holidays are full of toys—but how do you choose gifts that truly support your child’s growth? In this episode, we break down the best developmentally supportive Christmas gift ideas by age, from babies to pre-teens. You’ll learn exactly what skills each toy supports, why those skills matter, and how to pick gifts that strengthen motor skills, language, sensory processing, executive function, and social-emotional development. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, you’ll walk away with practical gift ideas that help kids grow long after the wrapping paper is gone.
By Leaps and BoundsThe holidays are full of toys—but how do you choose gifts that truly support your child’s growth? In this episode, we break down the best developmentally supportive Christmas gift ideas by age, from babies to pre-teens. You’ll learn exactly what skills each toy supports, why those skills matter, and how to pick gifts that strengthen motor skills, language, sensory processing, executive function, and social-emotional development. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, you’ll walk away with practical gift ideas that help kids grow long after the wrapping paper is gone.