A recent survey showed that the average parent spends around $400 a year on their kid’s birthday parties. Factor in the cost of gifts too, and you’re looking at over $500 per birthday!
Most kids consider their birthday the most special day of the year. Gifts, attention, treats, and cake – what could be better?
But, buying birthday gifts for kids can be a headache. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be. If you’ve been racking your brains for ideas, you’ve come to the right place.
Read on for a brief guide to buying presents for your kids.
Buying Gifts for Boys
If you’ve got a young boy, the most important thing is to shop for their personality, not their sex. If your boy loves Barbie, go ahead and buy them one.
But, assuming you’ve got a boy that prefers blue to pink, here are some ideas:
- Upgrade their technology (e.g., a phone or gaming console)
- Buy them a toy for outdoor play (e.g., a water pistol or small catapult)
- Splash out on an epic 24v quad vehicle for the yard
Buying Gifts for Girls
Again, personality is more important than gender. If you’ve got a tom-boy, look at the list for boys. For girls that love pink, look below:
- Health and beauty products (e.g., hair straighteners/curlers or makeup)
- New clothes and accessories (e.g., dresses and bags)
- Gift vouchers for their favorite stores
Remember, girls tend to be pickier than boys. If you’re really unsure, a gift card is always appreciated!
Budget Birthday Gift Options
If the birthday gift budget is a factor, don’t worry. There are plenty of low-cost options that they’ll love. Spend some time listening to them about things they love or things their friends have that they’re jealous of.
For every expensive product out there, this is a low-cost alternative. Some low-budget gifts include:
- Crafting kits
- Walkie Talkies
- Paint by numbers
- Personalized water bottles
- Wooden stamp sets
Gifting Experience Days
Gifting experiences is a risky bet for kids. Whereas an adult would be thrilled if someone threw them a party, a kid’s birthday party is assumed (and they won’t consider this a gift).
If you want to gift an experience, it’s best to book it for their actual birth date. That way, they experience the instant gratification they crave. You can add some excitement by keeping it a secret, blindfolding them in the car, and only revealing the gift when you reach your destination.
Some fun birthday experiences include:
- Zoo trips
- Theme parks
- Indoor rock climbing
- Parachuting or bungee experiences (older kids only)
- Bowling
Unbeatable Birthday Gifts for Kids In 2022
Buying birthday gifts for kids doesn’t have to be difficult! Armed with these tips, you’ll be able to pick out the perfect gifts this year that won’t be discarded and forgotten about under the couch within a day.
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