10 gifts that new parents will love almost as much as nap time
Give new mums and dads a gorgeous gift that won’t break the bank
After the birth of a little one, parents are usually inundated with presents. Whether it’s their first child or their fifth, you want to gift them something that will be both pretty and practical – and that they won't already have.
Here, we’ve rounded up some of the best inexpensive gifts for new parents that can make those first few months a little bit easier.
Baby Woodland Animals Sleepsuit, £12
There’s something adorable about a baby in all white (not that it’ll stay that way for long), so this animal sleepsuit makes the perfect present. It’s unisex, made from pure cotton for a super soft feel and has handy poppers on the legs for easy access.
Wooden Alphabet Blocks, £16
Make entertaining baby as easy as 1,2,3 with these FSC-certified wooden building blocks. There are 40 in total with numbers, letters and pictures of all their favourite animals, to help develop facial recognition and imaginative play.
Maxi-Cosi Soothe Light & Sound Nightlight, £69.99
Having a sound machine can be a genuine game changer when it comes to those early days of willfully wishing their little one to sleep. The low lull of waves, white noise and lullabies plus the ability to personalise the light and the noises to their baby's sleep routine makes this the perfect gift that they'll be thanking you for long into toddlerhood.
Jellycat Bashful Bunny Baby Soother Soft Toy, Cream £17.50
Have you ever felt how soft and squishy a Jellycat is? Newborn babies will love snuggling up to this, while parents will be eternally grateful for the (potentially) soothing effects of the bunny/blanket combo.
Large Baby Muslin Cloths, three pack, £21.25
You can literally never have too many muslins in the early days and these tasteful oversized ones will be a genuine help. They’re large enough to use as a swaddle or draped as a pram shade, as well as helping to clear up any spills or messes.
Neal’s Yard Baby Massage Oil, £6.75
This 100% organic oil is perfect for delicate skin and the act of massage can create a soothing bond between parents and their new arrival. Plus, it smells divine. For an extra treat, pair it with the Mother’s Bath Oil.
Rockit Baby Rocker, £39.99
We don’t want to overpromise, but if you buy this for any new parent, you’ll become their favourite friend. A genius piece of kit, it clips on to a pushchair or pram and is designed to gently rock and soothe a baby back to sleep. It’s safe to use from birth, is showerproof, fits all models and has a quiet motor with an adjustable speed.
ANYDAY Rainbow Print Sleeping Bag, from £12
A practical present that will be used time and again, this rainbow sleeping bag is suitable from newborn all the way to six months. It’s made from cosy, breathable cotton with poppers at the top and a side zip. This option is a one tog, so suitable for rooms between 16-30º Celsius.
Welcome to the World Photo Album, £18.90
A photo album is the perfect present for new parents, especially those having their first child. They can sift through the millions of images on their camera roll, find the best ones and fill this sweet keepsake with adorable snaps.
Baby Einstein Curious Explorers Soft Teether Book, £5.39
It’s never too soon to get babies hooked on books and this one is soft enough for newborns. Full of colourful characters, the book also has ridged edges on some of the pages designed to massage sore gums once they start teething.
