Gift Ideas for a Newborn

[BadgerGirl84]

Love those ideas.

 

[TLSnell1981]

A couple of gift ideas...engraved sterling silver spoon or cup.

 

[dotfurio]

A special gift my oldest got when she was born that she still has is a music box.

 

[ksjayhawks]

Engraved cups and spoons and picture frames are nice, but they tend to end up in the drawer. I like items that will be used for a long time.

A bigger sized blanket that she can use as a child. My kids still have theirs and use them as lap blankets now. The blankets were handmade with 4 inch squares and edging. Colorful, but not childish.
My kids also still use their engraved piggy banks to put their change in.

 

[TLSnell1981]

Engraved cups and spoons and picture frames are nice, but they tend to end up in the drawer. I like items that will be used for a long time.

A bigger sized blanket that she can use as a child. My kids still have theirs and use them as lap blankets now. The blankets were handmade with 4 inch squares and edging. Colorful, but not childish.
My kids also still use their engraved piggy banks to put their change in.

I think of a keepsake as something that is passed down for generations, not something used for a few years. We've had spoons and cups being used for 5 generations. Although., I get it..not for everybody.

 

[AppleDumpling]

My extended family is big on books. I like that's it's something the child can enjoy for years and possibly pass down to their own children. I've given boxed sets as gifts. Some favorites are the classic Winnie the Pooh collection, classic Beatrix Potter (Peter Rabbit), Eric Carle, classic Little Golden books (there's also a Disney set), Curious George, or Dr. Seuss.

Another nice idea is a personalized towel. Not a baby towel but a full sized bath towel in a bright solid color, embroidered with the child's name. I've given several over the years and some are still in use, including by my 18 year old niece who took hers to college.

 

[roseaster]

The charm bracelet idea is great. I still have mine that my grandmother did for me. Its an "adult" size, so I could still wear it, and it's 14kt. There are charms for all kinds of different occasions on it. A charm could be added any time. Birthdays, 1st xmas, dance recitals, trips, graduations.

Another thing maybe is an add-a-pearl necklace. You can buy her a pearl for each bday.

 

[Skippy918]

A lovey or stuffed animal. You can personalize these too. If you are crafty, you can crochet a blanket.

 

[PollyannaMom]

A special gift my oldest got when she was born that she still has is a music box.

Oooh, I love that idea!

 

[mjkacmom]

A lovey or stuffed animal. You can personalize these too. If you are crafty, you can crochet a blanket.

No stuffed animals! I swear those things breed, because we had so many. It's sad when you finally have to toss them.

 

[Domo]

If we're talking about Christening gifts etc? Perhaps a traditional fountain pen, engraved? A lucky silver penny from the mint, part of a limited run? Precious cuff-links for a boy?

 

[Kellydelly]

I would not send cash or start a college fund. If you are having your own children in the future that should be your focus, not someone else's kid. I think a personalized blanket is a nice idea. You can wait till after the baby is born to send a gift, that is totally appropriate. There are so many neat things on Etsy and other sites.

I think if your husband is going to be the God parent then a very special gift may be in order, but honestly for just being an uncle and aunt nothing over the top is necessary.

 

[AppleDumpling]

I think if your husband is going to be the God parent then a very special gift may be in order, but honestly for just being an uncle and aunt nothing over the top is necessary.

This is a good point. Coming from a large family, I have many nieces and nephews. I love them all dearly and have never wanted to play favorites. You really need to consider this now because whatever you choose to give this baby kind of sets the precedent for any future children.

 

[leebee]

Maybe send a nice gift of some type for the shower, and then something more personal after the baby is born, or for a christening gift. When DD23 was born, a friend sent a small gold baby ring with her first name initial on it and wrote her a haiku. They're almost the only things we still have from her shower/christening gifts. She cherishes them.

I also like to send along a gift card to a restaurant for the parents-to-be, along with a take-out menu!

 

[Cantw8]

I usually crochet a blanket and give a savings bond

 

[cluvsdisney]

Gift certificate for a newborn baby photography session?

What about a keepsake box for storing all the special little mementos parents save for their child? My sister has one for her kids and my niece loves looking through hers.

 

[aristocatz]

When I had my first child, my most precious gift was a Jellycat stuffed animal. Really great, high quality stuffed animal & absolutely adorable. It has a little chime inside it, so as a little baby, it was soothing & soft. My oldest is now 4 years old & that sweet little bunny is still her most trusted friend to get her through the night. I have a feeling this bunny will be with her for a long time

https://smile.amazon.com/Jellycat-B...77247548&sr=8-1&keywords=jellycat+bunny+chime

They have other colors & other animals as well.

 

[Domo]

Something to do with the Lunar Year of their birth? Or the Lunar Month?

 

[DiannaVM]

My sister suggested getting a Princess book, and letting the princesses sign it while we are at WDW. I would still add our own inscription in the book, but at least I can make it special by having the "real" princesses sign the book.

This is DH's only brother and I only have one sister, so I am not too worried about having too many future nieces and nephews that I will need to do for as well. But certainly I didn't want to set a standard I can't uphold for any future kids. I think my idea of this book as well a maybe a cute little onsie and a stuffed animal would be a good gift.

 

[Disney Doll]

I think your princess book idea is great!