Baby’s First Christmas Ideas

Experiencing the joy of Christmas through a child’s eyes is something every parent looks forward to. Your baby’s first Christmas, in particular, is the perfect time to create special memories that you’ll treasure for a lifetime – even if your little one won’t remember them just yet.

From picking out adorable outfits to making hand-crafted keepsakes, we’ve got plenty of baby’s first Christmas ideas to help you make this festive season special!

1. First Christmas outfits

There’s no shortage of lovely clothes to choose from when you’re dressing up your baby for their first Christmas. You’ll want to choose something that’s not just adorable, but comfortable too!
For a classic festive look, you can’t go wrong with a cute onesie covered in snowflakes or a bright tartan dress. Red and green are the classic choices, but there are so many gorgeous options out there.
For outdoor adventures, make sure to bundle up your baby in layers. A cosy hat, mittens, and warm booties will keep them snug and comfortable as you create your first Christmas memories together. Fluffy jumpers and warm tights help here too!
To complete the outfit, Inch Blue shoes are the perfect choice. Our handmade leather baby shoes are specially designed to support your baby’s natural development, offering the comfort and flexibility little feet need as they explore their surroundings. They’re available in all sorts of playful colours and designs, and for older babies, our pre-walker shoes are exactly what they need for those first daunting steps.

2. Handmade keepsakes

Getting creative and making your own baby’s first Christmas keepsakes is a wonderful way to bond with your child, and maybe even start a new tradition. Even if your baby is too young to actively participate, they can still be part of the fun – and you’ll be able to look back on the memories for years to come!

Why not try making salt dough prints with your baby? This classic keepsake–your baby’s footprint or handprint, with their name and date of birth underneath–can hang on the tree as a Christmas ornament. 

Or, you could make a simple-but-meaningful “Baby’s First Christmas” scrapbook, with cards you’ve received, wrapping paper you’ve used, scraps of tinsel, and anything else you’d like to include. If you’d prefer a memory box, a tiny odd sock or pair of baby shoes will make a great reminder of how much they’ve grown over the years.

3. Personalised gifts

Personalised gifts for your baby are always fun and meaningful. This could be something Christmassy that you can bring out every festive season, like a stocking or tree decoration marked with their initials. Or choose something that you can enjoy year-round, like a custom-made story book where your baby is the main character.
Clothes and accessories also make great personalised gifts for your baby’s first Christmas. At Inch Blue, we offer lots of customisation options for our handmade leather baby shoes. Shoe collars can be personalised with a name, nickname or special message, or you can pick a design with a letter of your choice on the front. And these personalised shoes aren't just for Christmas Day – they make beautiful keepsakes that you'll treasure long after your little one has outgrown them.

4. Things to do

Christmas isn’t just about gifts and outfits, but the memories you make – and there are all sorts of activities you can do with your baby to make their very first Christmas a special one. 

• Christmas morning walk: Bundle up and take a stroll to enjoy the crisp air and festive atmosphere. It’s a great way to work up an appetite for Christmas dinner, too.
• Baby-friendly Christmas dinner: While your little one might be too young for Christmas pudding, if they've started on solids, try pureeing some turkey and vegetables for a Christmas dinner they can share in. 
• Christmas lights tour: Take your baby to watch the Christmas lights turn on. Or, if you missed them, why not drive around town and see what lights the neighbours have put up?

Remember, the most important thing is spending quality time together and cherishing those precious moments. Your baby may not remember this first Christmas, but you certainly will!

5. Baby’s first Christmas photoshoot

Last but not least, your baby’s first Christmas is the perfect excuse for a festive photoshoot. You don’t need a professional – just a smartphone, a little creativity, and a cosy corner of your home with some twinkling fairy lights will do the trick. Get creative with props, like a soft blanket, a few wrapped presents, our baby Christmas shoes, or even a tiny Santa hat. 

Don’t forget to snap some family photos, too! Don matching Christmas jumpers or snuggle up in festive pyjamas and capture some memories for you and your baby to look back on.

Baby shoes from Inch Blue

If you’re looking for the perfect baby’s first Christmas keepsakes, shop Inch Blue baby shoes. Our handmade shoes are not just beautiful to look at – they’re designed to be both supportive and comfortable, with non-slip grip to help your baby navigate the world through every stage of development. Take a look at our full range online today!