15 keepsake ornaments to celebrate your baby’s first Christmas

Simple and timeless, this hand-stamped brass ornament is an instant heirloom. And because it’s brass you don’t have to worry about it breaking by way of curious hands or an ill-packed box!

Oh, the sweetness! The custom glass photo ornaments from Shutterfly turn a photo into an instant heirloom. The hardest part is choosing which one.

If you’re up for a little DIY, you absolutely won’t regret commemorating that tiny paw with this easy-to-use kit from Hallmark. It’s made of air dry clay which is safe for little ones and stress-free for you!

Similarly, we love this affordable option from Pearhead. Like their super sweet baby memory books, it comes with their clean-touch ink pad kit which keeps them from getting any ink on them whatsoever.

If you’ve yet to pick up stress needlepointing, don’t worry. There’s still time. But ahead of mastering the skill you can opt for this delightful handmade piece from Furbish Studio. The bold colors and vintage vibe is sure to pop on any tree!

Celebrate your child’s first holiday season with this gorgeous yet simple toy block shaped memento. Embellished with a teddy bear and tree as well as the year, it can be engraved with their name to make it extra special. 

For a celebratory splurge, Waterford is just the ticket. From the giftable presentation to the gorgeous details of the actual crystal, it’s a luxe stunner to cherish for years to come.

We admit, we’re just a wee bit obsessed with the quirky vintage-inspired ornaments from Cody Foster. They’re like the best flea market finds with none of the actual hunting. There are a couple baby themed options, but this adorable resin elephant floating in a hot air balloon is our fave.

This personalizable baby block shaped ornament is a cute symbol to remember your little one’s first holiday season with! With options to include your baby’s name, a date, and their height or weight, this customizable memento will truly be one of a kind.

A rocking horse is a timeless choice for a Baby’s 1st Christmas ornament, and this beauty by Lenox does not disappoint. Channeling a favorite Christmas carol, you’ll notice that this “horse” has a shiny red nose and isn’t actually a horse at all. Hanging from a bright, festive ribbon, Rocking Rudolph makes for a beautiful Baby’s 1st Christmas gift that will last for a very long time.

This beautiful two-toned wooden ornament is found on Etsy. Simple and rustic with a wooden bead and twine accents, baby’s name comes in four different font colors so you can personalize it any way you’d like.

Here’s another unique option from an Etsy seller that comes in a variety of styles—including a crescent moon, snowflakes, or mountains—and will have baby’s name on it as well. The mountain style pictured here is made with a combination of alder wood and clear acrylic, creating a stunning aesthetic for a Baby’s 1st Christmas ornament.

How about putting the new baby’s birth stats on a onesie and making it into an ornament?! We are loving this option sold on Etsy—and bonus, it comes in a variety of styles which means you can truly make it your own. Made on acrylic with either a painted or solid background color (your choice!), you can also choose the text color as you add in all of baby’s important info.

This porcelain baby rattle with a gold cord as well as blue and pink ribbons is a beautiful choice to celebrate baby’s first Christmas. Timeless and elegant, an ornament like one will be a family treasure for years to come.

Another treasured keepsake idea—Baby’s First Bootie. This beautiful ornament is plated in brass for a stunning shine and comes with a 2024 heart charm. Hanging from a soft velvet string, it’s not hard to see why this one’s such a favorite.