Easter Plush for Baby: Bunny, Lamb or Musical Lamb?
By Mary Meyer Stuffed Toys & Baby Gifts | Published: 2026-11-04
Category: Koopgidsen
Compare three Easter plush picks for baby: Putty Tan Bunny, Marshmallow Briars Bunny, and Melody Musical Lamb. Use our decision rules to choose by age, use, and gift.
Quick answer
For a first Easter plush for baby, choose the Marshmallow Junior Briars Bunny for everyday cuddling, the Putty Tan Bunny for a neutral nursery gift, or the Melody Musical Lamb when you want a wind-up musical soft toy for a christening or bedtime ritual.
Fabric feel and size decide the best Easter basket plush
The three picks differ most in fabric and size. The Marshmallow Junior Briars Bunny is 9 inches and made of the softest plush in the Marshmallow Zoo line, which makes it the easiest to tuck into a small Easter basket or let a baby hold. The Putty Tan Bunny is 11 inches with a textured, neutral-colored fabric and beans in the bum, so it sits up for display but still feels substantial. The Melody Musical Lamb is 12 inches and lies flat, with an oversized wind-up key that plays “Jesus Loves Me.”
Size matters for basket fit: a 9-inch bunny leaves room for other fillers, while an 11- or 12-inch plush may need a larger basket or to sit beside the basket as a standalone baby Easter gift. If you are unsure, measure your basket opening before ordering.
When a musical lamb soft toy is the better baby Easter gift
The Melody Musical Lamb is the only one of the three with a built-in lullaby, so it suits a specific ritual rather than general play. Its surface-wash care means you should keep it out of the bath and clean it with a damp cloth. Because it lies flat and plays music, it works well as a christening gift or a comfort object for a crib-side shelf, but it is not the most portable choice for a diaper bag.
If you want a plush that a baby can mouth, drag, and wash frequently, choose the Marshmallow Briars Bunny instead. If you want a decorative piece that stays on a shelf, the Putty Tan Bunny is the more practical pick.
Decision rules for your baby Easter gift
- If the plush must fit inside a small Easter basket: Choose the 9-inch Marshmallow Junior Briars Bunny. It leaves room for other fillers and is the easiest to carry. Measure your basket opening before ordering; a 9-inch plush is the safest fit for standard baskets.
- If you want a neutral nursery decoration that doubles as a gift: Choose the 11-inch Putty Tan Bunny. Its textured neutral fabric and beans in the bum let it sit upright on a shelf or in a basket.
- If the gift should play music or mark a christening: Choose the 12-inch Melody Musical Lamb. Wind the oversized key to play “Jesus Loves Me,” and plan for surface wash only. Keep the musical lamb away from water and heavy spit-up; spot clean with a damp cloth.
- If you are buying for a baby under 6 months: The Marshmallow Briars Bunny is the smallest and softest option, but always supervise play and keep plush out of the crib until your pediatrician approves.
Product facts at a glance
- Putty Tan Bunny – 11″: Putty Tan Bunny is 11 inches with luxurious textured fabric, a neutral color palette, and beans in the bum. The neutral tone and weighted base help it sit upright in a nursery or Easter basket display.
Putty Tan Bunny – 11″ - Marshmallow Junior Briars Bunny – 9″: Marshmallow Junior Briars Bunny is 9 inches and made of the softest plush in the Marshmallow Zoo line. Its small size and soft fabric make it easy for a baby to hold and for you to pack in a basket or diaper bag.
Marshmallow Junior Briars Bunny – 9″ - Melody Musical Lamb – 12″: Melody Musical Lamb is a 12-inch lying lamb with an oversized wind-up key that plays “Jesus Loves Me” and requires surface wash. It adds a musical element to Easter or a christening gift, but it needs spot cleaning rather than machine washing.
Who each Easter plush suits
Best for
- Parents filling a small Easter basket for a baby
- Shoppers who want a soft, portable first plush
- Gift-givers looking for a neutral nursery gift
Not for
- Shoppers who need a machine-washable plush for heavy daily use
- Buyers who want a musical toy with volume control or batteries
- Anyone looking for a large statement plush over 12 inches
