Baby Shower Gifts and Gifts for New Parents
The registry covers the basics. These are the gifts that make new parents feel seen. We've gathered our favorite baby shower gifts and presents for new moms and dads, from practical lifesavers and beautiful keepsakes to little luxuries for parents running on very little sleep.
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Frequently asked
How much should you spend on a baby shower gift?
It depends on your budget and your relationship to the parents-to-be. Many guests spend a moderate amount on a registry item, while close family and friends often give more or go in on a group gift. A thoughtful, useful gift beats a pricey one.
What is a good baby shower gift?
Start with the registry. Beyond that, practical lifesavers for the first months, a beautiful keepsake, or something just for the new parents (yes, them!) are always appreciated. See our baby shower and new parent picks.
What should I gift new parents?
Help and comfort go a long way: meal deliveries, a cozy treat for the parent, practical baby gear they'll actually use, or an offer of your time. New parents remember who showed up.
What should I write in a book for a baby shower gift?
A short personal note to the baby, maybe a wish for their future or why you love this book, plus the date. It turns a book into a keepsake.
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Modernseed Reusable Peel-and-Stick Wall Decals
Removable vinyl wall decals in themes like dots, cars, planes, letters, and candy garden — an easy, nonpermanent way to refresh a child's room or playroom.
From the guide
DIY Room Kit — Vintage Baby (Children Inspire Design)
A vintage-inspired set of prints and DIY projects for creating charming nursery or kid-room decor — a thoughtful, ready-to-assemble gift.
From: DIY Room Kits that you can DWYK (Do With Your Kids).
Vashti Harrison Art Prints
High-quality prints featuring Vashti Harrison’s whimsical children’s book illustrations—cheerful wall art for nurseries or kids’ rooms.
From: #DrawingWhileBlack: Prints from 5 amazing Black children's book illustrators and artists you will fall in love with.click over and vote for Cool Mom Picks
A versatile gift card redeemable at Pottery Barn Kids for children's furniture, decor, and toys—easy to personalize for a family's needs.
From: We're in the running!Lojoball Inflatable Beanbag Seat
A versatile air-filled round seat that converts from a footrest to a bouncy kid seat or zipped-flat reading nook—good for flexible nursery seating.
From: It's a Mod, Mod, Mod, Mod NurseryPixsee Baby Monitor System
A smart baby monitor with app features for photo/video sharing and remote viewing—good for new parents who want connected monitoring and easy keepsake sharing.
From the guide
Small Galvanized Bucket
Sturdy buckets are useful for collecting pumpkin seeds and guts, holding carving tools, or serving as easy cleanup containers.
From the guideMamava (lactation room finder app)
A smartphone app that helps nursing parents find and crowdsource private lactation rooms and nursing-friendly spots — handy for travel and outings.
From the guide
BBQ Daddy Grill Brush (Scrub Daddy)
Steam-cleaning grill brush with replaceable heads — a practical and safer alternative to wire brushes for grill maintenance.
From the guideMomseze (24/7 lactation support app)
A service app offering on-demand access to certified lactation specialists via phone, text, or video — useful for new parents needing expert help.
From the guide
Vegan Cupcake Cookbook
A vegan cupcake cookbook offering allergen-free recipes that help caregivers make celebratory, kid-friendly cakes and cupcakes for children with strict food restrictions.
From the guideMilk Stash (breast milk inventory app)
An app for tracking pumped milk with inventory, printable labels and barcode scanning to help organize bottles in fridge and freezer.
From the guide
More great rainbow recipes for a lucky St. Patrick’s Day
A colorful, family-friendly recipe card for making rainbow veggie pizza—fun for home cooks and great as a novelty gift for food lovers or parents who enjoy themed meals.
From the guideNanit Breathing Wear Kit
Breath-tracking wearable band that pairs with the Nanit camera system to monitor a newborn’s respiration without wires—practical gift for parents focused on monitoring and sleep safety.
From the guideBaby Story (photo-editing baby book app)
A photo- and video-focused baby book app with strong editing tools and cute stickers, good for documenting pregnancy through early childhood.
From the guideTinybeans (baby memory-sharing app)
A private, family-shared baby book app that makes saving and sharing photos and milestones easy — great for busy parents who want a secure keepsake.
From the guidePeekaboo Moments (audio + photo baby book app)
An app that stores photos, videos and audio memories with options to create future letters — useful for parents who want multimedia keepsakes.
From the guide
Mulberry Purchase Protection / Extended Warranty
An add-on warranty service that provides coverage against damage (drops, spills, tears) for electronics and other big purchases — useful for protecting gifts.
From the guide1Password (Password Manager)
A secure password manager subscription that generates and stores strong, unique passwords—great for protecting online accounts.
From the guideLysol Disinfecting Wipes
Lysol disinfecting wipes are a familiar, effective choice for disinfecting frequently touched items like phones and cases.
From the guidePhoneSoap UV-C Smartphone Sanitizer (original)
The original PhoneSoap UV-C sanitizer is a compact way to sanitize phones and is a practical gift for frequent device users.
From the guideNintendo Switch Headrest Mount
Mounts the Switch to a vehicle headrest so backseat passengers can watch or play hands-free — useful for family travel.
From the guide20W USB-C Power Adapter (basic fast charger)
Basic 20W USB-C wall adapter for fast charging — an affordable, useful gift for anyone switching to USB-C devices.
From the guide
KnowYourOTCs.org - OTC Medicine Safety Resource
A reputable online resource that helps parents learn safe dosing and use of over-the-counter medicines for children—useful as a practical guide for new parents or caregivers.
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