The birth of a new baby is an excellent reason to celebrate. However, gift-giving is also part of the celebration. Even if the new arrival isn’t able to send you a thank-you note, they are sure to appreciate it, whether you give anything classic like a silver keepsake, bedding or baby clothes or opt for something creative.
You can take custom birthday mix for the mommy. It is easier to choose a gift if the baby is of a distant relative or acquaintance. From gold and silver coins to rompers and diapers, you can pretty much give anything.
However, you have to get something unique and the task becomes much tougher when you have to choose something for the baby of a close friend or relative. In this case, you can get what the parents will like and find useful. Some of the best presents for newborns are as follows:
Useful New Baby Gift Ideas
Travel Kit
Getting a travel kit for the newborn that has all the necessities will help them hit the road in terrific style. The newborn will be on the go with a pair of sunglasses for the baby, car toys and a car seat that has a sun shade. When purchasing car seats, be sure to get models for older babies that weigh around 22 pounds because most parents buy an infant car seat when they are bringing their baby home from the hospital.
Her eyes and sensitive skin will be protected with the glasses and the sunshade and the parents will be grateful to you for giving her toys to keep her occupied when they are driving.
Bouncy Seat
This gift keeps the parents and the baby, both happy. The baby won’t get into trouble by jiggling and bouncing and parents will know that their kid is entertained and safe and thus, focus elsewhere. Made of a plastic frame or metal, this is a portable and versatile form of baby gear.
It ensures safety with straps and comprises of a cheerful fabric. Some models have additional features like toys, calming sounds and music, while others give a soothing and rhythmic bounce as they are battery powered.
Baby Support Pillow
This is a gift for both mother and the baby. With these ingenious crescent-shaped soft pillows, a baby can be supported while sitting. Mothers will also find it useful as they can prop the infant on it when breast-feeding. These are comfy and bright pillows that help a baby to snuggle.
Night Time Soothing
Babies usually cry at nighttime, but some things can make this time easier for parents and kids both. Get some soothing baby music, entertaining mobile and a nighttime light. Parents will be able to relax a bit and the baby will be distracted. Throw in some birthday celebration fun for the mommy too.
Activity Gym
The environment enthralls babies and an activity gym can make it even more fascinating. This is a contraption comprising of cloth and soft arches and bars are used for suspending various toys. The baby’s physical skills and eyesight can be developed as objects of various shapes and sizes, noisemakers and colorful mirrors are dangling in their vicinity. Whether you are changing countries or rooms, these are travel-friendly and portable.
Toys
These are an all-time favorite. Get anything with patterns and bold colors to keep the baby interested and help them in identifying things.
Their motor skills are boosted with mobiles and activity mats. They can use their mouth for exploring with chewable toys. Rattles are also a sound choice. You can give a raisin surprise chocolate box along with this too.