Make shopping for a newborn even more special with these personalized baby gifts. We found practical items, sentimental keepsakes and cute, custom presents.
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When it comes to personalized baby gifts, you can’t go wrong with a baby blanket. We love this adorable giraffe-patterned option from Pottery Barn. Add the little one’s name in one of three fonts and four colors. It makes for a great baby shower gift, as well!
You can customize several aspects of this sweet baby gift box from Etsy. Choose from baby boy, girl or gender-neutral themes, then opt for one of several stuffed animal selections. A personalized card completes this darling care package.
Sweet dreams await when this personalized moon and stars nightlight is in the nursery. Available at Uncommon Goods, this unique gift is powered by a USB cord and casts a soft, cozy glow. It’s perfect for nighttime feedings and, as the child gets older, fending off monsters under the bed.
Big bows are all the rage. And this hand-embroidered option from Etsy is extra-special. Pick from several fabrics and thread color options for the perfect fit. Plus, it’s one of the more budget-friendly personalized baby gifts you can buy.
While baby won’t be able to play on this nursery rocker from Pottery Barn for a few years, it’s still a darling addition to their nursery. We love this classic horse option with a customizable base. Choose from eight fonts and 10 colors to add their name or other short text.
A great gift for 1-year-olds, little hands will stay occupied for hours thanks to this personalized busy board. Available on Etsy, this simply toy encourages motor skills development, touching and problem-solving. Each puzzle includes your child’s name, as well as a variety of themed shapes. Plus, you can engrave a personalized message on the back!
Add some color to their nursery with this personalized name pillow from Olive & Cocoa. Available in two designs—branches and critters or flowers and butterflies—this pillow is a sweet addition to a rocking chair or recliner.
It’s never too early to think of the holidays. And the mom-to-be will appreciate your forethought when you show up with this monogrammed Christmas stocking from L.L. Bean. We love the retro needlepoint style and bountiful designs to choose from.
There’s only one word for this personalized baby gift: precious. Made of cotton and beech wood, these sweet Etsy crocheted rattles come in several animal styles and colors. Add an engraving to one (or both!) sides of the holder, too.
What child wouldn’t want to be the subject of their bedtime stories? This personalized nursery book from Etsy includes songs, poems and lullabies with your little one’s name. Not only will it be a nighttime staple for years, but it’s beautifully illustrated, too.
Bath time for older babies just got more fun! This hooded animal towel and washcloth set—available in bunny, lion and lamb styles—can be monogrammed with the child’s name. Pick it up at Pottery Barn.
Another nursery trend? Large name signs above the crib. We’re fans of this cutout option from Etsy that’s customizable with several widths, two wood types and a dozen middle name fonts.
This adorable lovey will become their all-time favorite. An oh-so-comfy faux fur backing, cute watercolor whale print and personalized name detail make this Etsy gift a keeper.
This gender-neutral art print from Minted will look great on any nursery wall. We love the playful Dalmatian, six colorways, array of sizes and plentiful framing options. Plus, you can add baby’s name to the balloon.
Think about who you’re buying the gift for. Does their nursery have a theme? Are they minimalists and only want necessities? Leave the items that have a stronger preference, like the bottle warmer and room décor, to the parents (unless they have a registry). Parents will also appreciate a gift receipt so they can exchange it in case they receive duplicates. And, if you have extra time for ordering, you can never go wrong with something that’s personalized with the baby’s name, such as a blanket, stuffed animal, Christmas tree ornament or one of our picks above.
Maybe you already gave the parents-to-be a gift at the baby shower, but you want to give them an extra something when you go to meet the newborn. In that case, you certainly don’t have to go crazy with the cost. (To be clear, you don’t ever have to, as gifts should come from the heart no matter if they cost $1 or $1,000.) But you can spend as little as $15 or up to whatever you’re comfortable with. It also depends on how close you are with the new parents and what your budget looks like.
It may seem like a boring gift, but new parents need the essentials that they constantly need to restock in their homes. From diapers and wipes to formula and the next size up in clothes, parents will love those products (if you know the specific brands they use) or a gift card to take a bit relief off their wallets during the next shopping trip.
As sweet as it is to bring the new little one a gift, don’t forget about the parents (especially Mom) who are working through sleepless nights and navigating a new routine. A homemade dinner that they can simply pop in the oven would be highly appreciated so it’s one less thing they have to think about.
