From cute mementoes to creating new traditions, your baby's first Christmas keepsake is something special to celebrate. This year there are still plenty of ways you can make this holiday memorable, including matching pyjamas, the best Christmas cookie cutters for festive baking and more.
What to do for baby's first Christmas
If you're used to having a big extended family Christmas, you might decide to have a smaller one this year, making this Christmas just about your own little family. Handpick the traditions you love from you and your partner's Christmases and make them your own, or create new traditions you'd like to take on. It's these extra touches that make a magical Christmas.
Baby's first Christmas keepsakes to buy
When it comes to your new arrival, there are plenty of adorable baby's first Christmas gifts, keepsakes and outfits available. We've cherry-picked our favourite must-have items that will add a festive flair to your first Christmas with your new little one.
Just so you know, whilst we may receive a commission or other compensation from the links on this page, we never allow this to influence product selections.
1. Large My 1st Christmas Sack

View offer
Sacks are great alternatives to stockings, not only do they fit bigger presents but it makes finding presents under the tree that much easier! This stylish Santa sack is perfect for a classic Christmas look.
Review: "I bought this for my new grandson's first Christmas and I am thrilled with it. It's perfect for putting his presents in and I'm sure his parents will love it, even if he's too young to enjoy it."
2. Letter From Santa Personalised Book

View offer
3. My First Christmas White All in One & Hat

View offer
4. Personalised Baby Building Blocks Christmas Bauble

View offer
5. Baby Milestone Blanket

View offer
6. Personalised 'Tomorrow Is My First Christmas' Penguin Pyjamas

View offer
The reality is your little one might have already outgrown newborn onesies already, the year has flown by! If so these super cute and cool Christmas Eve penguin pyjamas are perfect for your little one to snuggle up in on the night before Christmas. Let's hope they get a good night's sleep before the big day!
Review: "These Christmas pajamas are absolutely adorable - very well made and SO soft. They arrived on time and Seller was so helpful and responsive to all of my questions! Perfect for my Nieces first Christmas!"
7. Personalised First Christmas Reindeer Baby Leggings

View offer
These personalised baby leggings have a hand drawn reindeer on the bottom - perfect for showing off as baby enjoys crawling, tummy time or cuddles.
Review: "Purchased as a gift, parents delighted with them."
8. Personalised Baby's First Christmas Photo Frame

View offer
You'll most likely be taking lots of photos on the big day and this frame will give you the perfect place keep to keep your very favourite photo (if you can pick!). Made from wood, you can even personalise it with your child's name.
Review: "Arrived very quickly, lovely quality. Even received it before I had my baby’s Santa photos done! Thank you, something to treasure."
9. Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit My 1st Stocking

View offer
John Lewis & Partners Baby My First Christmas Bib

View offer
Keep it festive with this John Lewis & Partners Baby My First Christmas Bib. Not only is it adorable and good for festive photos, but it's also really practical for meal times.
Personalised Wooden Christmas Eve Platter for Santa

View offer
Instead of buying a gift that will be stored away in a box, choose a present that can be enjoyed for years to come. The Personalised Wooden Christmas Eve Platter will welcome Father Christmas ever 24 December.
After more Christmas inspiration? Head on over to our guides on Christmas sacks and stockings.
Popular articles to read next
Christmas gift ideas for mums and mums-to-be (because you deserve it!)