10 Essential Newborn Items That Parents Will Cherish. Welcome Home, Little One!

Marking the Arrival of a New Bundle of Joy with an Ideal Gift for the Occasion

Newborn babies are constantly discovering new things, so why not pamper them with everyday necessities?

By Rylee Johnston

It can be overwhelming to make sure you have all the essentials. Here are some go-to gifts to help your loved ones welcome the newest addition to their family, from gentle bath sets to cozy blankets.

Newborn girl gift ideas

1. Aveeno Baby Daily Bath time Solutions Gift Set

Aveeno Baby Daily Bathtime Solutions Gift Set

This bath set could be perfect for both the new mom and baby. With formulas designed to be tear-free and hypoallergenic, babies can have a soothing bath time without the worry of dry skin. The kit includes body wash, shampoo and lotion for the baby, and a stress-reducing body wash made with lavender for parents.

2. Bed Bath & Beyond Milestone Fleece Blanket

Bed Bath & Beyond Milestone Fleece Blanket

Capture each milestone with their very own personalized fleece blanket. The blanket is marked with months one through 12 and can be customized with their name and a special background including hearts, diamonds, stars and eight different colors.

3. Honest Baby Arrival Gift Set

Honest Baby Arrival Gift Set

You can’t go wrong with a set of essentials! This gift box comes with absorbent diapers, plant-based travel baby wipes, lavender body wash and shampoo, organic all-purpose balm to help soothe dry and sensitive skin, lavender face and body lotion, hand sanitizer spray and a diaper rash cream.

4. Milk Snob Multifunctional Cover

Milk Snob Multifunctional Coverrs

For the days when you’re on-the-go, this multipurpose cover fits over car seats, grocery carts, high chairs and can even be worn while breastfeeding. Made with a four-way stretch material, this can fit over almost any surface.

5. Dr. Brown’s Original Newborn Feeding Set

Dr. Brown’s Original Newborn Feeding Sets

When you’re on-the-go, this bottle set should make feeding time a little easier. Parents can find almost everything they need with three 8-ounce bottles, two 4-ounce bottles, two silicone nipples and two travel caps. The set even has two brushes for cleaning.

Newborn boy gift ideas

1. Snugabye Dream Boys Take Me Home Set

Snugabye Dream Boys Take Me Home Set

Welcome home your newborn with a bundle of curated essentials. You can wrap your newborn up with the reversible blanket or bundle them up in the sleeper. It also comes with a short-sleeve onesie, kimono pants and a hat to dress them up in.

2. The First Years First Rattle

The First Years First Rattle

Your newborn will constantly be discovering new things, and this rattle will aim to help them with their motor skills. Visual tracking is encouraged as the rattle was made with a multi-textured design and various colors. It was also created with teething in mind, so your baby can safely put the rattle in their mouth.

3. Honest Mini Diaper Cake

Honest Mini Diaper Cake

For a fun surprise, consider gifting the new parents in your life with a cake-shaped diaper tower! Designed to carry all the essentials, the diaper cake comes in four different prints and includes 35 diapers, shampoo and body wash made from natural ingredients, face and body lotion, an organic all-purpose balm and wipes.

4. All About Me! Baby Blanket

All About Me! Baby Blanket

This is the perfect way to add a personalized touch to your newborn’s new favorite blanket. You can have their name embroidered onto the blanket with your choice of two different thread colors. The blanket is also made out of 100% microfiber polyester and a satin trim for added comfort.

5. Trend Lab Jungle Flannel Burp Cloth Set

Trend Lab Jungle Flannel Burp Cloth

Avoid messes with this burp cloth set. This four-pack will allow you to keep some at home and carry the others with you. They also feature adorable polka dot and jungle designs made of flannel for a soft touch.

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Dr. P

A world class pediatric specialist with the experience only a mother would have. Ready to share tips for every stage of child development to help parents and caretakers look after the the little ones in our lives.

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