Baby showers are the most exciting events. Everyone is looking forward to welcoming a new baby in the family. Choosing a gift that is budget-friendly, not too expensive and does not waste either, is not that hard anymore. Gifts you can include for baby boy and baby girls on a baby shower that is inexpensive and not going to break the bank for you.
You can include small items that are useful for new parents and not a waste of money for you in a gift basket for their newborn.
Baby Shower or Baby’s Arrival Gift ideas
Here are the suggestions for a baby shower or baby arrival gifts.
1. Baby comb sets
Most Babies have hairy heads and combing their hair is essential. As it avoids cradle cap or if cradle cap happens combs will be helpful in removing those dry flakes from the scalp. Getting a baby comb set for a baby shower is a win-win. You can check Baby comb set here.
2. Milestone age blocks
Taking newborn’s pictures is a fun activity for parents and for relatives. Thus, having these milestone age blocks handy for adorable shots is a great idea. You can shop some Milestone age blocks here.
3. Socks gift set
Babies wear socks to stay warm and cozy. Getting baby unique socks as a gift is an awesome thought.
Baby socks Gift set Or these cute Baby socks are great for baby shower gifts.
Buy now these cute soft animal baby socks. Your winter baby is going to love these.
4. Sophie the Giraffe
Sophie the Giraffe is a celebrity favorite toys for their babies. Any mom is going to love it as a gift for her baby. It is a very popular and valuable toy – adding this to your gift basket with a couple of more items is the best gift for babies.
5. Baby toothbrush
This cute banana toothbrush is an awesome baby shower gift or you can add it for Newborn’s arrival gift basket.
6. Pacifier toys
This 2 in 1 Pacifier giraffe stuff toy is a fun gift for babies with they can play for a long time. A toy like this would help them develop their sensory skill and make it more fun when babies tend to develop their vision in the early months after birth. Here are more pacifier toys you can choose a baby gift from.
7. Hand and footprint frames
This hand and footprint mold frame is an ideal gift for new parents and this frame can be displayed in the baby’s nursery or their own room. There are so many footprint frames you can choose from.
8. Baby Customized Blankets
If you are looking for something super unique and thoughtful for a baby arrival gift basket, this customized blanket by Little Days for babies is an actually cute and adorable gift.
Customized blankets by little days.
Even you can get pretty blankets for a mom too for snuggle time or as a keepsake. Check some lovely blankets for moms as well.
9. Sound machine for babies
This Baby shusher should be included in every baby shower gift basket. These sound machines are so much useful gift for baby and parents. Every new mom MUST HAVE THIS. You can also choose this smart soother for babies.
10. Earth Mama Organics Baby kit
A kit having all the best organic essentials in one is a must-have for every parent. Earth Mama organics have the best soaps and lotions for babies. Their products are so gentle and nourishing for the baby’s soft skin. Your friends would love it.
Buy Earth Mama Organics kit as a gift for baby.
11. Personalized Name keepsake rattles
Personalized gifts are most loved by everyone. These name rattles can be used as teethers, they are made of chewable silicon beads.
Buy keepsake rattles for baby.
12. Baby Bath sets
This skip hop Moby bath set includes rinser and spout kneeler and so much more. You can also get bath wash essentials set as a baby shower gift.
If you know someone who has fairly small space then this little organizer can save so much space and be super useful for new parents.
13. Lovevery Playmat
If you are looking for something exclusive and unique, the Playmat by Lovevery is something not to miss. Lovevery playmat includes everything you need in an activity gym—from batting to teething to learning to focus—for a whole year of play.
14. Swaddle blanket
This Muslin swaddle blanket is an excellent gift for baby girls and boys.
15. Funny quotes Drool bibs & socks
Baby gifts with funny quotes are always new parents’ favorite. These drool bibs are so cute and can be a stylish addition to your gift basket.
Funny newborn socks for babies, everyone is going to love.
16. Personalized Baby shoes
Choose these baby shoes as a cute memory gift that could last a lifetime. Get these shoes personalized for the new baby.
Buy personalized baby shoes now.
17. Newborn books
Do you know that newborns have their black and white books? As newborns can see only black white and red when their eyesight is still developing, So you can give a newborn book suitable for 0 to 3 months.
18. Little remedies essentials kit
These essentials by little remedies are must-have. Saline drops and gas drops have been my favorite for my kids. This is an essential kit that includes pretty much everything new mom is going to need.
19. Baby’s Milestone blanket
This monthly milestone blanket is an awesome baby gift for new parents as they can document a baby’s every milestone and take lovely photographs. You can choose your favorite from here. Newborn’s milestone blanket.
20. Baby Sleep Sacks
Moreover, babies love to sleep so why not a sleep sack. Giving sleep sack as a gift is going to be your money well spent on a baby shower gift. You can check out some cute cosy comfy sleep sacks here.
21. Ready-made gift baskets
You can choose some ready-made gift baskets from here as a baby shower or newborn’s arrival gift basket.
This awesome baby gift box can save you so much time. It has clothes, shower essentials, and a cute box.
22. Baby Bouncer
So if you want to choose just one single item for a baby shower gift, then getting a bouncer worth every penny. Your mom friend is going to LOVE IT.
I had got a baby bouncer on my first one’s baby shower and I can say that BOUNCER was the only gift that I loved and found useful.
Make sure it is sturdy, not too high and it can be used till baby is a toddler.
Getting a bouncer has many benefits like a baby can nap, baby can stay elevated after a feed and she can be even bottle-fed in it. It is not a waste of money and one single item is worth it. You can check out some baby bouncers here. My favorite one is by Fischer price.
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23. The Super adorable Plush toy elephant
This is an amazing gift for a few weeks old babies. This cute plush elephant talks and babies love playing with it.
24. Tummy time mat for baby
Tummy time is very essential for babies once the umbilical cord is off. This colorful water mat is an awesome and super useful gift for a new baby.
25. Crib Sheets By Rookie Humans
Crib sheets are an essential item for a baby nursery. So, why not get these unique and neat looking crib sheets. I am sure your mom-to-be friend is going to love crib sheets by Rookie Humans.
26. Customize baby tiny essentials basket
Nonetheless, you can still make a customized essentials basket for a baby shower gift keeping your budget in mind.
These are some of the more gift items you can select.
Silicon diaper cream applicator
A diaper bag dispenser is an awesome gift for on the go.
If you want to select clothing and accessories for newborn gifts, check out this post on clothing accessories for a baby that new parents actually need.
What are your suggestions for a perfect gift basket? Comment and share.
I am Madiha, mom to two beautiful kids. Here you find helpful tips about pregnancy, postpartum, newborn care, toddlers, and product reviews. Join the tribe, and let’s grow together as moms. Enjoy having kids while they are little and more fun.