When it comes to choosing newborn gifts, it can be difficult knowing what newborn essentials parents will actually need. It's always tempting to buy newborn clothes too because who can resist those tiny outfits? But if you are wanting to opt for something else, there are so many options.
It's no secret that a baby comes with a lot of stuff, from the large essentials to little items such as dummies, muslins and clothing. The mum-to-be might have also received gifts for a baby shower, so you might be wanting your newborn gift to stand out and really help them.
Best newborn gifts at a glance:
• Best newborn gifts sleeping aids: Sweet Dreamers, Ewan the Dream Sheep - buy here on Amazon.
• Best newborn gifts sensory flashcards: 0+ Month Baby Sensory Flashcards - buy here on Priya and Peanut.
• Best newborn gifts swaddle: Love to Dream Swaddle Up Original Baby Sleeping Bag - buy here on John Lewis.
From special keepsake gifts to more practical items that mums or dads can use to make life a little easier, there's a wide range of newborn gifts that you can choose from.
Best newborn gifts keepsake
www.mamasandpapas.com
Description
An incredibly thoughtful gift, the Baby Imprint Tin - Forever Treasured Pink allows parents to
Pros
- Lovely keepsake gift
- Easy to use
Cons
- Tin not available in other colours
Best newborn gifts sleeping aids
Description
The Sweet Dreamers, Ewan The Dream Sheep is a brilliant soft cuddly toy with light and sound
Pros
- Adorable design
- Toy and sleeping aid in one
- Makes four soothing sounds
Best newborn gifts sensory flashcards
www.priyaandpeanut.com
Description
These 0+ Month Baby Sensory Flashcards comes with 60 starter and advance cards that are designed
Pros
- Develops vision and tracking ability
- Stimulates the optic nerve
- 60 different graphics
Cons
- You have to use regularly
Best newborn gifts personalised book
www.wonderbly.com
Description
A beautifully illustrated book about a new baby that is visited one by one, by adorable animals,
Pros
- Beautifully illustrated
- Completely personalised
- Preview the story first
Cons
- You won't be able to order until the baby's name is announced
Best newborn gifts swaddle
www.johnlewis.com
Description
With an arms up and hip healthy design, the Love to Dream Swaddle Up Original Baby Sleeping Bag is
Pros
- No loose layers
- Snug fit
- Twin zip for easy nappy changes
Cons
- Can't hot wash
Best newborn gifts pram aid
rockitrocker.com
Description
The Rockit Rocker is a little device that's going to make parent life easier, meaning your can
Pros
- Gently rocks your pram so you can be hands free
- Adjustable speed dial
- Rechargeable
Cons
- You might still have to push the pram back and forth
Best baby book newborn gifts
babymori.com
Description
This beautiful, simply designed Hello Baby Book helps parents record their baby's firsts. So much
Pros
- Document their first year
- Space for little firsts and pictures
Cons
- No onsite reviews
Best newborn gifts cuddly toy
www.thewhitecompany.com
Description
Lots of parents receive baby comforters as gifts, but rarely teddy's that their little one can
Pros
- Super soft and snuggly
- Suitable for newborns
Cons
- Handwash only
Best bath and bed newborn gifts
Description
Presented in a beautiful box that can be used as a keepsake box, the Childs Farm Baby Gifting
Pros
- Vegan friendly
- Gentle on skin
Cons
- Some mentioned the handle can pop out
Best newborn gifts ornament
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
The Personalised Hopes And Dreams New Baby Keepsake is a beautiful way to wish the newest addition
Pros
- Can be personalised
- Beautiful keepsake
Cons
- No onsite reviews
Best newborn gifts collectible
www.shopdisney.co.uk
Description
This adorable Disney Store My First Mickey 2023 Small Soft Toy is a cute collectible for the year
Pros
- Available in a Minnie Mouse version
- Cute collectible for baby's birth year
Cons
- Hand wash only
Best newborn gifts name blocks
www.etsy.com
Description
Perfect for nursery decor when the new baby arrives and to include in photos, the Personalised
Pros
- Beautiful decor
- Handcrafted
Cons
- Each additional block costs extra
Best newborn gifts with pink noise
babymori.com
Description
A teddy bear is often a friend for life, which the Moonie Humming Organic Bear Night Light
Pros
- 7 light features and 5 sounds
- Machine washable
Cons
- Recharging takes 3 hours
Best newborn gifts puzzle
www.etsy.com
Description
A great way to display the new baby's name for the first year, they will then be able to enjoy
Pros
- Optional pegs for easy holding
- Can add a personalised message to the back of the board
Cons
- Additional figures and letters come at an additional cost
Best baby carrier newborn gifts
freeriderco.com
Description
Pros
- Easy to tie
- Hours of handsfree time
- Customised fit
Cons
- It can take a few goes to get confident with the tying process
Best tummy time newborn gifts
www.argos.co.uk
Description
Great in supporting baby's with tummy time, the Fisher-Price Grow-With-Me Llama Tummy Time Wedge
Pros
- Four ways to play
- Three take-along toys
- 13 sensory discoveries
Cons
- Doesn't say if it can be machine washed
Best newborn gifts keepsake box
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
The Luxury Wooden Baby Stars Memory Box is available in two sizes and can be personalised with the
Pros
- Two sizes and colours available
- Beautiful keepsake box
Cons
- No other designs available
Best blanket newborn gifts
katieloxton.com
Description
A timeless style and perfect gift, the Cotton Knitted Baby Blanket is a soft and snuggly design.
Pros
- Machine washable
- Timeless style
Cons
- Limited colour choice
Best personalised star map newborn gifts
www.notonthehighstreet.com
Description
This Personalised Metallic Star Map Print is a wonderful keepsake for parents, and great for a
Pros
- Completely personalised
- Lovely decorative piece
Cons
- Only metallic foil choices
Best towel newborn gifts
Description
The Clevamama Apron Baby Bath Towel with Hood can be worn as an apron using the clasp poppers, so
Pros
- Large design
- Gentle against skin
- Easy to use
Cons
- No other colour choices available
Do you have to give a gift for a newborn?
In short, you do not have to buy a newborn baby a gift. You could also gift the parents instead if you would prefer. But whatever gift you decide to choose, the new parents will appreciate the thought that's gone into it.
Samantha Ball is a Product & Lifestyle Writer for Mother&Baby and freelanced for the website for two years before joining the team full time. She's a mum of two and loves browsing for the best products and cute outfits.