What should you get Turner for either Christmas or his birthday?

It just hit me. This is great month to be Turner.  He has three Christmas’ and two birthday parties.  We’re going to open gifts from Tori and I at home before we depart for Orlando and once we arrive there, he’ll open some more.  Once we arrive in Atlanta, he’ll open gifts there as well.  That same week (December 30th), he’ll open birthday presents.  Once we fly back to Philadelphia, he will open presents at his second birthday party (January 7th). 

With all these opportunities to celebrate with Turner, Tori and I thought we'd say a few words here and hopefully make shopping easier for our friends and family.  Tori and I have done some shopping for a few gifts for both Turner’s birthday and Christmas.  We got him the Rock-n-Roll Elmo, a Radio Flyer 4-in-1 bike, and some small toy cars.  Turner has been a good boy this year so I’m sure Santa will be dropping off some extra gifts. Almost anything from LeapFrog is good.  He also loves "Baby Signing Time" - we only have the first DVD.   We like the idea of educational toys and books for him.

For anyone looking to buy him clothing, even though he’s a 12 month old – it’s probably best to get him pants that are for an 18 month old.  He can still fit 12 month old shirts but some short-sleeve 18month old shirt would be good for next summer.  He’s currently a size 5 in shoes.  He has a pair or sneakers already.  We like soft soled shoes too (pediped).  Gift cards are always a safe bet and easy for us to carry back home from traveling as well as books.  We also have a 529 college and savings account for him.