10 newborn gifts you need to know about
The best newborn gifts are those that support little ones and their parents as they navigate the early days.
From beautiful baby blankets and muslin swaddles that are adorable and practical, to meal services, age-approved toy subscription boxes and charming keepsakes they’ll treasure for years to come, we’ve got something to suit every style, stage and budget.
1. Mori Moonie Humming Bunny Night Light
Mori’s bunny night light is a favourite with new parents - and for good reason. Designed to create the best sleep environment for little ones, the humming night light helps babies drift off with soothing pink noise that filters out background noise. It has five sounds in total and two lullabies. The pink noise mimicks the sounds babies hear in the womb with a heartbeat soundtrack, plus sea waves, rain, mountain stream and wind soundtracks. The seven-colour night light provides a comforting glow, and thanks to the the smart cry detector it automatically plays soothing sounds if your baby stirs in the night.
£59.95 - Shop now
2. Ralphie Bear Large Muslin Swaddle
We love this oversized muslin swaddle from Ralphie Bear. There are plenty of prints to choose from, but we adore the delicate blue wildflower design. An unsung hero of the newborn stage, it’s a gift that will come to the rescue time and time again. Crafted from soft organic cotton, it’s breathable and versatile too. Parents will use it for everything from swaddling, to shading the pram, mopping up milk or as a light layer.
£24.95 - Shop now
3. Avery Row Nappy Caddy
A nappy caddy is a must-have in the newborn stage for keeping all of baby’s essentials close by. This quilted style from Avery Row is made from organic cotton in a subtle floral print. It’s stylish and practical, with plenty of pockets to store everything from nappies and wipes to creams. Thanks to the sturdy handles, it’s easy to move from room to room too.
£44 - Shop now
4. PAHU Box
PAHU Boxes are one of the best subscription gifts out there. In the earliest weeks of life while parents settle into a rhythm with their newborn, the PAHU 0-2 months box will support their journey with toys designed to offer quiet wonder and joy. The curated box features products that support baby’s visual focus, offer sensory comfort and encourage emotional bonding. Inside parents will find the likes of soft muslin blankets for swaddling and tummy time, high-contrast visuals to develop early visual tracking, and luxurious French skincare products for baby massages that create calm and connection. Each piece carefully chosen to encourage calm alertness and help baby feel safe as they explore their new world. After the newborn haze, parents can continue to discover the joy of PAHU with curated boxes throughout the first 12 months of their baby’s life.
£199 - Shop now
5. TBCo Lambswool Baby Blanket
You can’t go wrong with a beautiful baby blanket for a newborn. This fringed style from TBCo features a charming circus jacquard design in soft blue and buttermilk yellow. Divine! It’s crafted from a super-soft lambswool and designed to keep little ones at a perfectly balanced temperature through every season. Soft and light, it’ll make a lovely addition to the nursery. For an extra-special touch, you can personalise it with baby’s name or initials in script or block font too.
£65 - Shop now
6. Print Works Baby Book
From Swedish design company Print Works, this thoughtful gift gives parents space to document the magical moments of their baby’s first year. It’s a book that will sit pride of place on the coffee table for years to come. It helps that it comes with a rust-coloured slipcase for a luxurious finishing touch.
£35 - Shop now
7. COOK New Parents Meal Box
While this isn’t exactly a gift for a newborn, this one will be graciously received by tired new parents. In the early days when cooking is the last thing on the agenda, COOK’s New Parents Meal Box will come to the rescue. Delicious ready meals that are quick and easy to make, while still packed with nourishing ingredients to fuel parents through the days ahead. Each box contains 14 meals for one, so both parents can enjoy a week of meals fuss-free. Expect to find the likes of Spaghetti Bolognese, Roasted Vegetable Lasagne and Classic Fish Pie inside.
£86.56 - Shop now
8. Wonderbly When You Were Born Book
Wonderbly’s personalised books make a thoughtful gift for a newborn. The When You Were Born book is an adorable personalised tale, based on the letters of the baby’s name. Each personalised story is decorated with beautiful watercolour illustrations, and is completely unique to every child. The keepsake will make a lovely addition to their childhood bookshelf, and become a piece they treasure for years to come.
£24.99 - Shop now
9. Tommee Tippee Electric Baby Nail File Set
The Tommee Tippee Electric Baby Nail File Set is a practical newborn gift that parents will thank you for. It’s safe, quiet and gentle, designed to keep baby’s nails neat so their skin stays scratch-free. It comes with three age-coordinating baby nail files, as well as three adult nail files for parents. It’s easy-to-use, and thanks to the quiet motor and built-in soft LED light, parents can trim baby's nails without any fuss as they snooze.
£19.99 - Shop now
10. Mamas & Papas Wish Upon a Cloud Playmat Bundle with Tummy Time Roll, Sit & Play
Mama & Papas’ Wish Upon a Cloud collection is designed to make the most of playtime, with soft and delicate pieces. From their first tummy time, to sitting up and reaching out, this set will grow with every milestone. Made from super-soft, plush fabric in calming tones of cream and grey, it includes a playmat and play gym, plus a sit and play attachment so that once they can hold their head up they can continue to explore.
£155 - Shop now
