For DS9, the Wii and requisite Mario games -- yes, I know we're behind the curve on that, but that's ok. He's been talking nothing but 3DS for months, but we wanted something that wouldn't just be for him. He got over it very quickly upon tearing the wrapping off the Wii box!

For DD5, the Pillow Pets and Happy Nappers, and the Hello Kitty Squinkies. We hadn't fallen prey to Squinkies yet, but when I felt the first one, I immediately understood their necessity. They are awesome little squishy things!