• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer

Gugu Guru simplifies collaborations with mom creators.

Teaching brands how to build mom creator communities.

  • For Brands
  • For Creators

Toys & Gifts

Holiday Gift Guide: Surprise Gifts

by Shannon Willett Leave a Comment

Take the fun to the next level with surprise and mystery gifts. We found ideas for all ages that will have gift recipients loving the extra fun that your gift brings to them. Check out these great items below!

For Babies: Nanobébé

Give a fun surprise bundle of baby goodies from Nanobébé. The Mystery Box has $100 worth of amazing Nanobébé products, for half the cost. While you might not know what is inside, we are sure that anything from Nanobébé will be awesome!

For Toddlers: Surprise Chalk

Have a little artist on your hands? Chalk is a super fun way for your little one to create art inside, outside, anywhere! This surprise chalk has several fun colors and even a prize inside the middle of the chalk block! And it even comes in dinosaurs too.

For Bigger Kids: Surprise Balls

This fun set of surprise balls is so much fun. Each ball contains four small surprises ranging from temporary tattoos to candy to confetti poppers and more. Give these out as stocking stuffers or party favors at your Holiday party!

For Couples: 52 Surprise Date Ideas

Do you get in a rut with planning date nights? This set of 52 surprise date ideas solves that problem, for your next 52 dates at least! Date ideas include at-home dates, day dates, date nights, and more!


Be sure to check out all of our amazing gift guides!

Filed Under: Toys & Gifts

JOIN TO OUR MAILING LIST!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

Kid-Friendly Holiday Decorating

by Shannon Willett Leave a Comment

Trying to make your home “merry and bright”, and safe for tiny hands? We’ve got you covered. Check out these great holiday decor items from Audenticity that are safe for kids too!

Wood Ornaments

Wood tends to be a sturdy, durable material for decorating with kids in the home. We love these ornaments with elements of the advent season and a festive vibe for your tree. You won’t have to worry about little hands grabbing these ones off the tree!

Holiday Felt Garland

Fabric-based items can also be a great material for decorating around kids. This adorable 8 ft Pom Pom Garland is perfect for adorning your tree, dressing up your mantle, or maybe even for your play kitchen!

Wooden Trees

If you are going for neutral vibes amidst your holiday decorating, these wooden trees are the perfect addition. Add them to your shelves or mantle, or even use these for toys on display. Not a fan of beige? Grab your craft paint and enjoy painting these with your little ones and admiring their creations year after year. Make sure you write the year on the bottom before packing them away.

Felt Ornaments

We love the creation of shatterproof ornaments, but also love this felt option as well. These adorable ornaments will keep little hands safe, and “eyes all aglow”, while still allowing your tree to shine! These are also perfect for little hands to “help” with decorating too!

Battery Operated Candles

Whether on your mantle, tree, menorah or somewhere else, real candles might not be a great option this year. Thankfully there are tons of battery-operated candles that come in all shapes and sizes. You can buy in sets or even in clusters. Some can even be set on a timer or operated with a remote, allowing you to place them anywhere in your home.


How have you changed around your holiday decor to suite having kids around? Let us know in the comments!

Filed Under: Toys & Gifts

JOIN TO OUR MAILING LIST!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

Holiday Gift Guide: From our Mom Creators

by Gugu Guru Leave a Comment

Last week in our Facebook community, we chatted with our Mom Creators about what gifts they have their eyes on this season. With Black Friday sales starting up this week, this list might have some sell-out items (fair warning). The Mom Creators have spoken and here are their predictions for the top gifts of the holidays this year!

Little Tikes Story Dream Machine

The Little Tikes Story Dream Machine is arguably the viral toy of the season, and pretty much already sold out everywhere! This toy set comes with a projector and little cards that can be inserted to bring storybooks to life. It also has white noise to double as a sound machine as well! If you can get your hands on it, it’s sure to be a hit!

Tonie Box

The Tonie Box seems to be on everyone’s list this year. This fun, interactive audio device gives kids hours of entertainment, screen-free. Get a bundled set with your favorite Pixar characters or Disney Princesses.

Balance Bike

If you have a toddler or preschooler, consider adding this Balance Bike from Get Up & Go to their list. Do you remember how hard it was to learn to ride a bike? Balance Bikes solve many of the balance challenges that come with learning to ride a bike by teaching kids balance before pedaling. This one has the form of a regular bike, just without the pedals.

Slumberkins

Have you ever held a Slumberkins? We can attest that these are some of the softest, snuggliest stuffed animals you have ever felt. In addition to their cuddly nature, Slumberkins are designed by pediatric experts to help children learn emotional intelligence, express their feelings, and build a positive self-image. There are storybooks, activities, and more that accompany the Slumberkins to create a gift that keeps on giving.

Pikler Triangles

Is your little one entering their climbing phase? The Pikler Triangles are a great place for little ones to safely climb, become more aware of their body, and learn motor planning. This one from Magical4restDE is adjustable, giving your little one even more ways to play and climb! A great idea for active little ones, especially when the cold weather makes it more difficult to get out and play!

Play Kitchen (Lalo)

Are you tired of spending Christmas morning assembling toys? The play kitchen from Lalo does not reuqire any tools for assembly and can be fully put together in a matter of minutes. The neutral-colored design fits well into almost any home. Or perhaps this one from Tender Leaf Toys is more your style! Or maybe this adorable white and wood one from Milton and Goose. Play Kitchens are definitely popular this year!

Magna Tiles

Magna-Tiles make a great gift and are a fun take on building blocks where each piece has magents around the edges to connect them together. Magna-Tiles are hours of fun and can let a little one’s imagination soar to new heights! Best of all, with the magnetic design, it makes for easy clean-

Personalized Sweatshirt

Looking for a personal gift for a little one this year? We have been seeing personalized embroidered sweatshirts everywhere this year! This one is really adorable and you could add a nickname or initials instead of the first name if so desired!

Nanobébé Aura Baby Monitor

The Nanobébé Aura Baby Monitor is brand new to the market this season and is blowing away the competition. With so many smart features including breathing motion detection, HD streaming, a built-in sound machine, and more, this should be top of the list for expecting parents and parents with little ones looking for an exceptional baby monitor!


We are so excited to hear what you are shopping for this season. Check out our other gift guides for this season’s top gifts for expecting moms, new babies, and toddlers too!

Filed Under: Toys & Gifts

JOIN TO OUR MAILING LIST!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

Holiday Gift Guide: Toddlers

by Gugu Guru Leave a Comment

At Gugu Guru we love toddlerhood! Toddlers are little sponges with big emotions and tons of fun! Celebrate your toddler’s toddlerness with these fun gift ideas!

Traveling Toddler: Pico Portable Car Seat

If you have a world traveling toddler, there is no better car seat for portability than WAYB’s Pico Car Seat. With an easy install and super lightweight design, this gift under the tree is really a treat for the parents! Toddler’s will love the comfort and style, parents will love leaving the heavy, bulky seat behind!

Foodie Toddler: Nanobébé Slim Drying Rack

Just because Toddlers don’t drink bottles, doesn’t mean there aren’t still plenty of items needing to be stored on a drying rack. Snack cups, sippy cups, utensils, plates, etc. will all find a great home on the Nanobébé Slim Drying Rack. The space-saving design also stores well too!

Artsy Toddler: Washable Dry Erase and Window Markers

Got a toddler-size Picasso? These fun Window Markers will excite your little artist to create some masterpieces on your windows. Or try these no dust chalk ButterStix that will make chalk drawing less messy. They even come with a holder for easier handling too!

Active Toddler: Stepping Stones

Give your active toddler a challenge with these Stepping Stones. This open-ended toy can be stones across a lava floor, a building game, color recognition activity, or whatever your toddler can imagine! Made from wood with child-safe finishes, you and your toddler will certainly enjoy this set!


Check out our other gift guides below! If you have great toddler gift ideas, leave them in the comments below!

Holiday Gift Guide: Expecting Mamas

Holiday Gift Guide: New Baby

Filed Under: Toys & Gifts

JOIN TO OUR MAILING LIST!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

Holiday Gift Guide: New Baby

by Gugu Guru Leave a Comment

A new baby just in time for the holiday, what could be better? Here are some gifts to add to your baby’s gift idea list or to gift to that new bundle of joy!

Nanobebe E-Brush Electric Baby Bottle Brush

If there’s one thing we know about new babies, it’s that there is a lot of hand-wash-only things to clean. The Nanobebe E-Brush is amazing to cut down on the scrubbing and help reduce how much time you spend cleaning. Grab the whole Feeding and Cleaning Set here or just the E-Brush here!

The Baby Bjorn Bouncer

If this item didn’t make it to your registry or wasn’t gifted, this makes a great gift idea. This amazing bouncer is perfect for newborns up to age 2 meaning it will last for years to come. It also folds flat for taking with you on all of those holiday travels to grandma’s house!

Personalized Christmas Ornament

A sweet way to remember your baby’s first holiday season is a personalized ornament. We love the cute onesie design on this one that includes birth details. A precious gift that will be used each year to remember baby’s first holidays!


A new baby for the holidays is a great joy and a reason for celebration. We hope this gift guide gives you some ideas on what to gift a new baby.

Filed Under: Toys & Gifts

JOIN TO OUR MAILING LIST!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

Baby Gift Ideas 2022

by Kamil Piers Leave a Comment

Some of the biggest baby brands started as small mom-owned businesses. When you are shopping for the perfect gift for the little love in your life, consider shopping with these mom-owned brands this holiday season!

ergoPouch

Alina Sack was a mom who needed some sleep (don’t we all?!). The ergoPouch promise is your child will be safer, and more comfortable, in natural-fiber products that have been designed to suit their sleep needs as they grow, develop and change. ergoPouch features products for babies of all shapes, sizes & stages – from pajamas to swaddles to sleep sacks, and more.

Kahlmi

Mom and Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Elina Furman, designed the first baby massager that puts the clinically proven power of baby massage into your hands. Whether it’s teething, constipation, fussiness or gas, the Kahlmi baby massage wand is the daily calm you’ll never want to be without. The perfect gift for babies or new parents looking for natural and holistic solutions to support growth, bonding & development.

Photo: https://helloyumi.com/

Yumi

CEO Angela Sutherland was fed up by the lack of nutritious options for babies and toddlers at the grocery store. So, with her friend she launched Yumi, a baby food service that delivers fresh, nutritious baby/toddler food. The goal is to provide an easy, worry-free option that you can feel good about. Now available at Target!

Photo: https://amzn.to/3UZczfa

aden + anais

aden + anais was founded by a mom who wanted to bring her love of swaddles to the masses. They are the original creator of the cotton muslin swaddle, but now there’s so much more they offer. The muslin swaddle blankets were an instant hit, and have since been a newborn staple for many parents since the company’s launch in 2006.

Photo: https://amzn.to/3UVb81j

Solly Baby

Elle Rowley made the first Solly Baby wrap in 2011 after the birth of her second child. She wanted something comfortable that allowed her to wear her newborn, and keep up with her toddler. She became hooked after experiencing the closeness and comfort a wrap offered her with her child. While the postpartum period can be tough for many moms, she believes the connection made between mom and baby can be pretty magical—and Solly Baby’s wraps aim to help nurture that bond.

These baby brands were created by moms who saw a problem and created a solution that benefits all moms in different stages of parenting. Consider shopping with some mom-owned companies this Christmas!


Join our Mom Creator community by signing up for our email list and receive paid and gifted opportunities with your favorite baby and kid brands in your inbox weekly!

Interested in becoming a mom content creator or influencer but don’t know where to start? Join our monthly coaching membership specifically designed for mom creators.

Filed Under: Toys & Gifts Tagged With: baby essentials, feeding, gifts

JOIN TO OUR MAILING LIST!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

Our Favorite Black Owned Baby Businesses

by Gugu Guru Leave a Comment

[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text]

We are showcasing some of our favorite black owned baby companies. We teamed up with gorgeous mama, actress Jazmyn Simon, to chat about these brands and take a closer look at their amazing products. Want to see for yourself? Head to her Instagram and check it out, and read below for more info on these fantastic black owned businesses: @jazmynsimon

For Baby

gender neutral teethers

Pretty Please Teethers: How gorgeous are these teethers and pacifier clips? They’d make a perfect baby shower gift! Plus, they offer more than just teethers from feeding items to bath toys to play toys. Follow on Instagram: @prettypleaseteethers

Stina & Mae: Stina & Mae makes amazing organic baby products, which include blankets, bibs, burps, newborn gift boxes, changing pads, and much more.  At the inception, Stina & Mae has set out to create social impact at every level of the company.  Their products are good for baby and the planet.

Darlyng & Co.: If you’re looking for simple everyday essentials for babies and toddlers, Darlyng & Co, a black owned business, is the place to go! Their ultimate goal is to simplify parenting through their unique product designs. Founded by Carl and Tara Darnley, Darlyng & Co creates baby essentials that are sure to simplify your life and bring much joy to your little one. One of our favorite products is their Alphabet Affirmation Cards for kids. Darlyng & Co has been featured on the Steve Harvey Show, Pregnancy and Newborn Magazine, Essence, Black Enterprise, and Marie Claire.

Partake Foods: Partake Foods was founded by a mom when she discovered her daughter had food allergies; she wanted to create a snack food that they could travel with, party with, and live every day with, which is safe for any child with food allergies. Partake Foods are free of the Top 9 Allergens (wheat, tree nuts, peanuts, milk, eggs, soy, fish, sesame and shellfish); as well as free of mustard, sulfite, and nightshade free. They are also certified gluten free and vegan – meaning they can truly be enjoyed by everyone together! Community and cookies? We’re down for that! You can see more about Partake Food in our foodie gift guide.

For Mom

The Stork Bag: If you’re looking for the perfect gift for a pregnant mama in your life, we’ve been fans of The Stork Bag for years and Jazmyn was thrilled to get her third trimester bag. The Stork Bag is not only a black owned business, but is your one stop shop for anything a mama might need in her pregnancy journey. You can select the subscription that works for you; The Stork Bag hand-picks trimester specific products to meet your trimester and postpartum needs. Simply tell The Stork Bag your due date and trimester dates and you’ll receive a perfectly curated Stork Bag every trimester! The Stork Bag provides three different tiers of product collections for each trimester, as well as specialty boxes such as the glam box and the foodie box. The Stork Bag was founded in 2014 by Ericka Perry and has been a phenomenal success since, sending Stork Bags to hundreds of mothers; you can learn more about The Stork Bag and Ericka Perry on our Momprenuer Spotlight, too.

Matrescence: Matrescence, by definition, is the process of becoming a mother. This transition requires lots of self-care, and that’s where Matrescence comes in. When it comes to self-care for moms, we love suggesting Matrescence. It is the ultimate gift for new moms, as it is a fantastic way to help women transition their skin and life from pre-pregnancy, to pregnancy, to post-partum life and skincare. We just wrote about their Rose Glow Mini Kit in our Self-Care Gift Guide, and Jazmyn has been a big fan of Matrescence for helping keep her skin bright, clear, and smooth. Their cleansers, brightening essences, and hydrating soufflé creams will make you feel luxurious and cared for, no matter where you are on your pregnancy journey. Conceived by a fellow mom and prenatal wellness expert, Matrescence’s botanical line will help you safely give birth to radiant, healthy skin and feel more confident and vibrant throughout pregnancy and motherhood.

Milky Mama: Created by Registered Nurse Krystal Nicole Duhaney, Milky Mama provides mamas with lactation support and products. When Krystal returned to work after her second child and began experiencing supply issues, she turned to homemade lactation cookies. After seeing great results and birthing a desire to help women in her shoes, Milky Mama was created. Today Milky Mama has a wide range of products from sweet treats to smoothies to supplements, but what’s more, is that Milky Mama has also fostered a community of lactation support through weekly Facebook chats and a support group.

Eu’genia Shea Butter: Founded by a mother and daughter, Eu’Genia Shea is family-run and dedicated to all-natural, premium shea butter moisturizers. We are fans of theirs for so many reasons, but especially because they are dedicated to fair wages and opportunities for their female workers in Ghana and they donate 15% of profits to an education fund. Shea butter is known for so many things, such as preventing stretch marks, hydrating skin, and making you feel luxurious and smooth.

Apparel

Twindollicious: Twindollicious, a black owned business, was founded by a twin mama in 2012 as a way to show off her twin daughters’ styles, and has evolved into a fun shop for girls, featuring accessories, clothing, and more. Jazmyn loves her mommy & me Any2CanBe Twindollicious & Co Charm Bracelet/Anklet to wear with her older daughter. Twindollicious has been featured on ABC, FOX, NY FAMILY, PARENTS.COM, and more.  Twindollicious has a mission to inspire, motivate and support the creation of a healthy, happy and fun bonded lifestyle. They encourage friendship and love as well as sharing of commonalities through the inspiration of fashion and lifestyle stories. Their mission is to give back and spread their message in the friendliest way! They also offer beyond adorable clothing for little girls, that will help them feel strong, empowered, and playful! Founder, Natasha Danna is also a published author of several children’s books, also available on their website.

City Kidz: We are obsessed with the amazing boutique kids’ clothing from City Kidz! Their our collection is carefully curated, kid-tested and mom-approved. Follow on Instagram: @city.kidz

gender neutral baby clothing

Yinibini Baby: We cannot get over the adorableness of the gender-neutral baby and toddler clothes from Yinibini Baby! Follow on Instagram: @yinibinibaby

Coco’Pie Clothing: Natural hair tees for kids? Count us in! Love these empowering shirts! Follow on Instagram: @cocopieclothing

Toys

Brown Toy Box: Culturally affirming toys, books, and activities that make STE[A]M accessible, representative and fun for Black children. Follow on Instagram: @browntoybox

HarperIman Dolls: The Gugu Guru team was swooning over these adorable dolls! There are so many to choose from, we couldn’t pick a fave. Now available at Target! Follow on Instagram: @harperimandolls

Just Like Me! Boxes: A book box subscription that empowers Black children by exposing them to books with characters that look just like them! The subscription is designed to grow with children over time. Follow on Instagram: @justlikemebox

More posts to check out:
Our Favorite Black Owned Baby Gear Businesses
Our Favorite Shark Tank Products for Baby
Matrescence Safe Pregnancy Skin Care Review
 
 

 
 

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

Filed Under: Toys & Gifts Tagged With: mompreneur

JOIN TO OUR MAILING LIST!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

Footer

Follow Us:

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • TikTok

COME AND GET IT!

Leave us your email to receive new posts and special offers for members only! Don't miss a thing!

· Midnight Theme

Copyright © 2025 · Guguguru, Corp. All Rights Reserved.