Gift equity for siblings

[noodleoo]

Any tips for equalizing gifts between siblings, especially if they are the same sex? It is so much easier to think of big gifts for DD1 because she’s bigger and needs new stuff. For DD2, who’s only 3, we already have a lot of the big stuff from DD1. Like a play kitchen, doll house, trampoline, etc. I’m working on Xmas gifts for the kids and I’m having a hard time matching the size/type of gifts for both kids. Our house is pretty full of toys too, so I don’t necessarily want to buy extra if it’s not something they really want/need. DD2 is recently becoming much more aware of presents and “ownership” of toys though so I’m curious how other people handle it. 

For example, I bought DD1 a new scooter for Xmas because she’s outgrown hers, but DD2 already has a scooter and a bike so she doesn’t need one. What do I get as an equivalent present for her? 

[lindyanne]

Your 3 year old doesn't know. Get them what they want/need and don't stress about it for a few years.

[nicolewi]

I have always kept number of gifts the same, not worrying about value. It is harder when they get bigger, but your 3 year old will be happy as long as number of gifts is the same.

[lacey]

Last year at 4 my daughter absolutely noticed that her younger brother had gotten some physically bigger gifts than she had. The value of all of their gifts were approximately equal. This year I’m a little more focused on size and number of gifts and we’ll see where value falls out.

What is your 3 year old into? Is there a big duplo set she would like building? Baby stroller/high chair/ accessories? Easel, play tent, Barbie airplane? Outdoor kit with streamers, bell, basket, and bubble machine packaged all together? Playhouse for a favorite character? Train set?