What is it about a Christmas stocking? Old or young, waking up on Christmas morning to a stocking lumpy with little surprises has its own special joy. These healthy stocking stuffer ideas have the perfect gift for everyone on your list!
It’s always fun pulling the hidden items out to reveal the small gifts inside, even if it’s something as small as a pack of gum or as practical as a pair of fuzzy new socks! Having all of these ideas in one big list makes your holiday season shopping even easier (even if you did miss the Black Friday deals).
The Tradition of Christmas Stockings
Thanks to the famous poem “The Night Before Christmas,” we know Christmas stockings have been “hung by the chimney with care” for over 200 years. But exactly how long ago the tradition began and why it became so popular aren’t as well known.
Most agree the Christmas stocking tradition pays tribute to St. Nicholas, the real man behind today’s Santa traditions.
The legend goes that St. Nicholas heard of a widowed man who couldn’t pay a dowry for his three daughters. This was a desperate situation in those times. St. Nicholas dropped gold coins down the widower’s chimney by night and a coin fell into one of the stockings hung by the fire to dry. The widower and his daughters were overjoyed to find the coins the next morning, their worries over.
The example of St. Nicholas continues to shape our idea of the true spirit of Christmas today! My kids also participate in the St. Nicholas Day tradition of leaving a boot out for “St. Nick” to fill with treats every December 6th.
Best Stocking Stuffer Ideas for the Whole Family
Here are some stocking stuffer ideas on the healthier side. I’ve come up with these over the years or heard others recommend them. And don’t forget to check out my 2025 Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide. It has plenty of last-minute ideas for your whole Christmas list!
I have several individual gift guides, one for kids, one for her, and another gift guide for men. Those include some great stocking stuffer ideas separated by gender and age. The lists below are divided by category and include perfect stocking stuffer ideas for various ages and people. A lot of them are also good stocking stuffers for kids.
On to the list…
Edible Stocking Stuffer Gift Ideas
Something for the foodie on your list.
- Chia seed or coconut water drink (homemade or store-bought)
- Grass-fed beef sticks
- Chocolates, homemade in a Christmas silicone mold and wrapped. You can make a snowman, a Christmas Tree, or other festive shapes!
- Nuts in the shell (with a nutcracker on the side… this wooden one is fun!)
- Organic tea crystals in a variety of flavors
- Fresh clementine oranges (pair with the book An Orange for Frankie)
- Pomegranates (in season right now)
- Chocolate truffles
- Spring & Mulberry naturally sweetened artisan chocolate bars
- Homemade marshmallows
- Coconut macaroons or some homemade ones
- Chocolate-dusted almonds or pecans (love this recipe)
- Natural gummy bears or make your own
- Hot chocolate (I put homemade mix in a small jelly or Mason jar with their name on it). Here’s a pre-made option.
- Four Sigmatic mushroom coffee or elixir packets (for grown-ups)
- Organifi Gold – One of my favorite drinks before bedtime!
- Spices for Meat (and anything else!)– Laila Ali (daughter of the great Muhammad Ali) handcrafted this amazing line of spice blends.
- LMNT Electrolyte Packets – the chocolate salt flavor is a cozy winter favorite
DIY and Beauty Christmas Gift Ideas
DIY skincare makes great gifts for everyone who loves a little self-care. Or if DIY isn’t your thing, there are plenty of natural versions to get your loved ones. Many of the skincare gift sets at stores have ingredients I’m not a fan of. You can easily create your own healthy beauty stocking stuffers with the ideas below!
- Lip balm in seasonal flavors
- DIY tinted lip balm or peppermint lip balm (like Burt’s Bees)
- Body cream with essential oils
- Orglamix natural makeup and skincare
- Nail clippers/nail kit for a DIY manicure
- Non-toxic nail polish
- Wellnesse mouth tape for better sleep
- Earrings – these jade ones are elegant.
- Bubble bath (or you can mix up your own DIY bubble bath in minutes with a few simple ingredients!)
- Make your own quick and easy sugar scrub at home.
- Moisturizing homemade body butter or store-bought
- Frankincense and myrrh lotion bars (good for the men in your life too!)
- New Toothbrush, toothpaste, or Floss from Wellnesse
- Alitura facial serum or clay mask (use code wellnessmama for a discount)
- Magnesium lotion
- Spa Headband set – For teen girls
- Kid-safe essential oils
- Toups Organics (Makeup & Beauty) – They have an incredible line of clean cosmetics, lotions, and even a baking-soda-free deodorant for sensitive types.
- Fontana Candles – These non-toxic candles don’t have any petroleum byproducts, stabilizers, fragrance oils, or harmful dyes.
- Beesilk lotion bars are amazing for the wintertime. Use code wellnessmama for a discount! Or make your own lotion bars.
- Homemade bath bombs
- Luxurious skincare from Annmarie Gianni (these come in trial sizes perfect for stockings)
- Shower steamers or make your own
- An eye mask made from 100% silk.
Health Nut Stocking Stuffers
These supplements and healthy products are great for the health nut on your list. From immune boosting to brain support, there are plenty of options. I’ve even included kid-friendly ones.
- Propolis throat spray, royal jelly packets, or throat soothing lollipops (great for kids)
- Instant coffee with medicinal mushrooms
- Probiotics for the home environment
- Hiya vitamins and supplements for the kids
- Sleepology by Genexa (for grown-ups who have trouble sleeping, or this one for kids)
- Kion Aminos packets (comes in yummy flavors like cool lime and mango)
- Beam Drink mix for relaxation
- Beef liver capsules for a natural energy boost
- Raspberry lemonade magnesium drink packets
- Probiotic gummy vitamins
Experiences / Sentimental
Give your loved ones the precious gift of your time and attention. These are great to give to the kids, a spouse, or even grandparents.
- Coupon for “date” with Mom or Dad
- Carousel or gaming tokens
- Movie night with a favorite dessert coupon
- A coupon to stay up an hour late (special Mom and Dad time!)
- A coupon to pick the meals for a day
- Mini photo book with family memories and inspirational quotes
- A personalized bookmark for your reading enthusiast (and a book to go with it!)
- A keepsake letter or love note
- Movie tickets or gift certificates
- A flip photo book with pictures from the year
Perfectly Practical Stocking Stuffers
Who says socks can’t make a good Christmas gift? Even if they’re not a socks person, here are some fun, yet practical gifts they’ll love.
- Festive socks (of course!)
- A headband or scrunchies
- Magnetic Wrist Band – Holds nails and screws for the handyman.
- A dollar bill or half-dollar coin
- Surefire Flashlight – High-quality and super bright pocket flashlight.
- Mini sketchbook
- Earbuds (wired to avoid EMFs)
- Leggings
- No crease hair ties or banana clips for your tween or teen.
- Handmade natural fiber mittens
- Stainless Steel Straws – Replace disposable straws forever with these steel straws.
- Crinkle cutter (for your aspiring chefs just learning to use a knife)
- Fun plates or cups from Ahimsa. They’re plastic-free free and my little kids love them!
- Blue light blocking glasses for those who have trouble sleeping.
- Lifestraw or Sawyer Water Filter – Survival water filter that fits in your pocket.
- Tactical Pen – More than just a pen, it works in all conditions and can break a car window if a person is trapped.
- Trailside Utensil – For those who love to spend time outdoors and camp, this lightweight spoon and fork combo is ideal for any campfire meal.
- NFL Sports Coasters – For the sports fan on your list.
Games & Fun
I love giving games as gifts in the kids’ stockings. It encourages learning, brain development, and creativity, and they have tons of fun with them. They’re also great for family game nights. And fun-loving adults appreciate them too!
- Logic puzzles or games (Logic Links and Kanoodle are two of our favorites)
- Word games (We like Boggle, Apples to Apples Jr., Story Cubes, Madlibs Jr.)
- Trivia card games for friends or family members to play together (my kids love the Professor Noggin series)
- A card game or dice game of any kind – Zobmondo is a hit with the older kids in my house.
- The classic that never gets old – a Rubik’s Cube or Slinky
- Kinetic flow ring… these things are so cool!
- Mini adult coloring book
- Kendama Game – Fun interactive game that encourages movement
Crafty Stocking Stuffer Ideas
Have a crafter on your list? Here are some arts and crafts gifts that are perfect for their stockings. I love sitting down at the table and doing art with the kids. And this gives them more supplies for our family art sessions.
- Washi tape or decorative duct tape
- Crochet kit for kids
- Crayons, colored pencils, or new school supplies
- Wooden peg dolls – kids can paint these to make dolls or characters
- Yarn and knitting needles with an Udemy class
- Beginner calligraphy set
Themed Stocking Stuffer Ideas
Instead of a bunch of random gifts, you can do a stocking stuffer theme! These are great for kids and adults alike.
- “Adventure” kit for camping: compass, mini-flashlight, beef jerky, trail mix, binoculars, fanny pack – or buy one already made
- Letter-writing kit: stationery, stickers, pen, address book, fun stamps
- Crafting kit: yarn and crochet hooks, mini cross-stitch set, buttons, stickers, ribbon
- Art supplies: watercolor paints, brushes, glue, stickers, paper punch or stamps
- Purse theme (for mom or older child): mints, tissues pack, pens, hand lotion
Just Because Stocking Stuffer Gifts
Here are some other fun ideas that didn’t really fit into the categories above.
- Jewelry, necklaces, or charms
- Gift certificate to learn something new
- Festive tie for the man in your life
- A gift card – Here’s one from Amazon in a festive mini envelope
- Religious medals or holy cards
- Cash or gift card inside a Money Maze gift box
One fun twist on the stocking stuffer tradition. Instead of gifting everything in one day, slip one new gift into the stockings on each of the twelve days of the Christmas season. This traditionally runs from Dec. 25 to the feast of the Epiphany on Jan. 6. Your kids will love looking forward to a new surprise. And it will help keep their focus on the whole Christmas season!
What are some of your favorite healthy stocking stuffer ideas? Let me know in the comments!
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