mommies..need help..present for 2 yo girl

[Mama_Mia08]

liberty, do you know if she has a doll stroller?? That was the BIGGEST hit with my daughter at that age. She LOVED to push stuff... my goodness, everything went into that stroller...

Don't get her something with too many 'parts' - they won't really grasp the concept of that stuff at that age. Simple is the way to go - a doll, a doll stroller (or something else they can push) or a 'tent' type thing - I don't know how much you want to spend, but you can get some neat little 'tents' (playhouses I guess they are called) for under $20 - they also have simple, toddler-oriented games like bowling with soft pins and a soft ball.

yes they have Yo Gabba Gabba toys... Target has some I know. But if that is her 'thing' then I'd bet that she is going to get toys like that from other people... I prefer to go the route of the sports/tent/activity stuff myself.

That's true if everyone knows she likes Yo Gabba Gabba the they may get her the a lot of that stuff. Plus, if it is just a phase she may get bored with the toys. There is a lot of other things out there like the suggestions on here from others that may hold her attention for years to come.

Our oldest daughter who is now 8 loved the shopping cart thing. She got one for either her 2nd or 3rd b-day I cannot quite remember. She also loved her little tent. We still have it and our now 13 mo. old plays in it all the time along with the tea set. She just drinks from the cups, bangs the plates together, etc. but she plays for a long time in it. It's funny when she crawls out of it though and doesn't pick her leg up and drags the tent with her...

I am sure whatever you pick out for her she will enjoy it. Good luck!

 

[Mama_Mia08]

I LOVE Melissa and Doug stuff!!

A few years ago when I bought my daughter some of the stampers and magnetic dress up dolls I was a little skeptical because their stuff is sort of expensive. However, it is such good quality and educational (like the b-day cake, cutting veggies, etc.) that it is worth every penny.

 

[sockgirl77]

Well my 2 year old is now saying that her Baby Alive is her favorite toy!

 

[Tigerlily]

Well my 2 year old is now saying that her Baby Alive is her favorite toy!

When my little KayKay was around 18 months to two years she saw a Baby Alive or some similar doll on TV. She wanted that doll that cried and made noises and pottied more than anything. I took her to Ames to get one and I will never forget her tottling up to the register holding that box that was only a couple of inches shorter than her. I remember being in line and watching her lay on that floor on her belly and staring into the face of that doll. I had to open that thing in the parking lot so she could hold it on the way home and she was mad I didn't put the batteries in until we got home. Now she will be turning eleven next month and could care less about dolls.

 

[libertytyranny]

Same baby girl is turning 4..still need ideas


I want to get her something.."consumable" she has so many toys and stuff her mom is always complaining..so I would like to get her a gift that is fun but gets "used" and doesn't take up space like a toy would. And gift cards don't really register with 4 year olds..so I was hoping for something tangible for her..ideas? I was thinking maybe some kind of art project kit? something fun but not messy enough for her momma to hate me and take revenge by getting my monster something equally messy.

 

[ftcret]

Cardboard box

 

[kwillia]

Same baby girl is turning 4..still need ideas


I want to get her something.."consumable" she has so many toys and stuff her mom is always complaining..so I would like to get her a gift that is fun but gets "used" and doesn't take up space like a toy would. And gift cards don't really register with 4 year olds..so I was hoping for something tangible for her..ideas? I was thinking maybe some kind of art project kit? something fun but not messy enough for her momma to hate me and take revenge by getting my monster something equally messy.

High quality books geared towards her age which would mean colorful, sturdy, and visually interesting. BJ's always had a great selection.

 

[lovinmaryland]

Playdough. That annoys the #### out of me when people get my kids that.

What about a dvd? My little one is obsessed w/ all things Disney Princess...especially Tangled.

 

[ICit]

Same baby girl is turning 4..still need ideas


I want to get her something.."consumable" she has so many toys and stuff her mom is always complaining..so I would like to get her a gift that is fun but gets "used" and doesn't take up space like a toy would. And gift cards don't really register with 4 year olds..so I was hoping for something tangible for her..ideas? I was thinking maybe some kind of art project kit? something fun but not messy enough for her momma to hate me and take revenge by getting my monster something equally messy.

MAKEUP!!!!!!
... little girls love it!!

ok.. what about a really nice jewelry box... maybe with her name on it.

... or a nice piggy bank.. a COOL one.. with her name on it

 

[lovinmaryland]

High quality books geared towards her age which would mean colorful, sturdy, and visually interesting. BJ's always had a great selection.

Yeah they do! At great prices too!

 

[DEEKAYPEE8569]

What do I get her? What do lil ones like..I'm at a loss for one this age..

Sometimes, you can get a big enough box with something in it; and a 2 yr. old is more fascinated with the box than what was in it.

Sorry Ftcret.....missed your post.

 

[pelers]

Coloring/art supplies? My neighbor was telling me they have special markers, paint, etc that only work on special paper so there is no mess to worry about!

What's the budget? Maybe talk to her parents about signing her up for some sort of fun class (Annmarie Gardens has one for her age) like art, music, dance, or gymnastics?

 

[libertytyranny]

MAKEUP!!!!!!
... little girls love it!!

ok.. what about a really nice jewelry box... maybe with her name on it.

... or a nice piggy bank.. a COOL one.. with her name on it

ooh no..last kids bday I went to, another 4yo..moms friend from work got a huge makeup kit, within 5 minutes they were using the nail polishes as eyeshadow

Coloring/art supplies? My neighbor was telling me they have special markers, paint, etc that only work on special paper so there is no mess to worry about!

What's the budget? Maybe talk to her parents about signing her up for some sort of fun class (Annmarie Gardens has one for her age) like art, music, dance, or gymnastics?

that's more what I am thinking..something consumable that doesn't take up actual space. or maybe a kids cookbook and an apron? I helped my mom at that age..

 

[Mama_Mia08]

Coloring/art supplies? My neighbor was telling me they have special markers, paint, etc that only work on special paper so there is no mess to worry about!

What's the budget? Maybe talk to her parents about signing her up for some sort of fun class (Annmarie Gardens has one for her age) like art, music, dance, or gymnastics?

The Crayola Color Wonder stuff is fantastic. We've been buying our kids this stuff for years now. We got the travel kit for our 3 y/o recently and it's great. Came w/paper and markers. We got a pack of extra markers too that she can keep in the case. They also have finger paints too in the color wonder stuff. It really does only go on the paper it's made for. Michaels craft store usually has a good selection on the stuff. You may even find other alternatives there.

We love Play Doh in our house too. I know a lot of people don't like it but we throw down a mat so it doesn't get on the carpet.