I can’t be the only parent who was not emotionally prepared for my child to start losing teeth. Of course I knew it would happen but no one told me I’d cry about it. (Or that I’d find old baby teeth in random places like my purse, bedside table and the kitchen windowsill for years–with and without explanation. But that’s another story.)

But when you’re a kid there’s nothing more thrilling than losing your first tooth! It’s an important milestone that firmly puts them in the big kid column but more importantly, it means the Tooth Fairy is on the way. One sweet way to get prepped for the arrival is with a Tooth Fairy box. Of course there are plenty of ways to DIY (mini Altoid tins are awesome for this!) but there are tons of adorable options if you’d rather buy something special. From handmade wooden Tooth Fairy boxes that can be personalized to superhero Tooth Fairy pillows, there’s a design they’re sure to love.

And pro tip: Though you may be tempted to go big for their first tooth and do something rash like slip a $20 under there, I’m telling you, it only leads to disappointment. Establish a low bar and thank me later. I mean they’ve got about 20 in there that are going to fall out eventually. Do the math and do yourself a favor. 😂

flowertown weddings tooth fairy holder

$18.36

This popular style can be engraved with any name and makes a sweet keepsake for years to come.

fox tooth fairy box

$10.60

With their hand painted faces, these little boxes are doubly special! They’re available in a range of styles from pirates to unicorns and you can choose the background color as well.

tooth fairy pillow - Motherly

$23.99

From their super hero capes to their sweet tutus, these adorable pals are on the job! The belly can be embroidered with their name to make it even more special.

Toothfairy Flylight

$39.99

Turn their lost tooth into a magical little ritual with this sweet storybook and projector set. It starts with reading the tale of the toothfairy, then slip their tooth into the tooth-shaped projector’s lost tooth tray and press the button to summon pick up. The magical lights dance across the room as they drift off to sleep. (Just kidding! They’ll be awake the whole time asking for water and hoping to catch a glimpse of her spritely self.)

My Friend Monster Tooth Fairy Pillow Monster

Non-conventional and lovingly handmade, I admit I’m a little obsessed with these little monster pals. Each one is crafted from the felted wool of recycled sweaters with a space in its mouth for tooth holding. You choose the color and tooth style to create a one of a kind keepsake that is guaranteed to elicit a gap-toothed smile.

tooth fairy dish

$14.50

If you’d rather not risk waking a light sleeper by rooting around under their pillow, try this cute little dish instead! Not only can you personalize it with their name, but there’s a variety of tooth colors to choose from as well.

chronicle books tooth fairy box

$16.95

Use the accompanying notepad and envelopes to jot a note to the Tooth Fairy before tucking their tooth inside!

4m make your own tooth fairy box

$16.99

This DIY kit comes with everything you need to make four plaster keepsake boxes. Let them get creative or keep it for yourself to whip up a special handmade surprise.

maileg tooth fairy mouse in a box

$34

This irresistible little set from Maileg is the sweetest way to celebrate their first lost tooth! The adorable little fairy mouse comes with her own wand and a tiny gold tooth tin all tucked into her own wooden box.

snugahug tooth fairy door hanger

$24.99

Make sure she knows where to stop with these clever door hangers! The pocket on the front is perfectly sized to hold their tooth and they come in a variety of colors and can be personalized with your child’s name.

knock on wood tooth fairy box

$17.99

How cute are these tooth-shaped wooden boxes? Opt to inscribe the front with a poem or their name and add their name to the inside as well.