A New Mother’s Guide to Holiday Gifting with Organic Zoo
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Wrapped in Calm
With the arrival of my third child earlier this month, still impossibly small, I've found myself approaching the holiday season with a new sense of clarity. Perhaps it’s the quiet confidence that comes with mothering for the third time, or simply the sharpened awareness that babies outgrow everything far too quickly. But as the festive rush begins to build, I’m trying to be intentional about the gifts I choose for my own children, and just as mindful when picking presents for friends’ babies.
Between the toy cars, flashing plastic dolls, and clothes that lose their shape after one wash, it’s all too easy to end up with things that barely make it to spring before becoming clutter. With this being my newborn’s very first holiday season, I’ve been determined to avoid the cycle of cheap, short-lived gifts that eventually end up forgotten about in the back of a closet.
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The Organic Zoo Pieces Defining Our Season
Organic Zoo describes their philosophy as “the joy of living with less.” Their entire collection is made from 100% organic fibers, with a natural, earthy color palette that feels both calming and incredibly chic. And in a year defined by welcoming new life, that balance of simplicity, beauty, and purpose is exactly what I want to give (and receive) this season.
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A Guide to Gifting with Organic Zoo
For those who want gifting made effortless, their curated gift sets bring together thoughtfully chosen essentials: soft organic layers, tiny booties, or a cuddly companion—items that feel like heirlooms from the moment they’re unwrapped. These are a few of my favorites:
The Stripes Base Layer Set. has already become a daily uniform for my newborn. Paired with the matching Stripes Bonnet, it creates an effortlessly classic look that feels almost editorial in baby form: simple, photogenic, and seasonless.
Their iconic Clover Print feels equally timeless. There’s something poetic about dressing a new baby in tiny clovers: a small, symbolic wish for luck and gentleness in their earliest months. The soft green tone manages to be both whimsical and impossibly chic.
For colder days, the Wool Sets are a dream—luxurious yet practical, making them perfect for winter outings and those inevitable outdoor holiday photos. The texture photographs beautifully, and more importantly, it keeps little bodies warm without overheating. Made in Italian wool.
And then, of course, there are the soft toys. Organic Zoo’s plush creatures, made from natural materials, have the charm of European atelier design—quiet, endearing, and effortlessly giftable.
Shop our complete curated gift guide below:
Baby’s First Christmas
From Left to Right: 1- Christmas Holly Footed Suit, 2- Teddy Knit Cuddle Cloth, 3- Midnight Salopette, 4- Forest Booties, 5- Oatmeal Wool Cardigan, 6- Milk Bodysuit, 7- Tassel Hat, 8-Cosy Wild Onesie, 9- Striped Bonnet, 10- Rocking Horse Charity Sweatshirt, 11- Organic Zoo x Main Sauvage Milk Bunny Toy, 12- Tree Wool Jumper, 13- Tiger Teething Ring, 14- Gingham Salopette, 15- Olive Garden Bib, 16- Clover Zip Sleepsuit.
Gifts for 1 Year Old
The perfect gifts for little ones who like to be cosy. My picks for 1 year olds has a gorgeous pair of Paprika Mittens, warm leggings in my favourite Organic Zoo pattern Charcoal Midnight and patterned jumpers.
Gifts for 2 Years Old
Already slightly bigger and exploring the wide world, gifts for 2 year olds includes a snug Colour Block Fleece Sweater, comfy trousers and leggings and beautifully-crafted toys including the Bunny Soft Toy in Olive Overalls,
Gifts for 3+ Years Old
I love this collection of loose trousers and warm, snug jackets, all with vibrant patterns to help channel joy and playfulness.
Last minute shopping? Make sure you get everything sorted before their last order date which is Dec 21 for express shipping. www.organic-zoo.com
