Tiny treasures: Adorable baby shower gifts (that new parents actually want)
Impress parents-to-be with these precious and practical presents
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When it comes to baby shower gifts, the maxim to remember is that you’re shopping for the new parents as much as you are their little one. While they may already have a nursery stocked with baby essentials, it can be easy to underestimate just how much a small human needs and, as any experienced parent will tell you, while luxuriously expensive trinkets may be lovely to look at, the gifts that really matter during the chaos of the newborn period are the ones they’ll actually use.
The key to buying a brilliant baby shower gift? Choosing toys, gadgets and products that’ll make everyday chores with a baby – from changing time and bathing to naptime and midnight feeds – as fun and fuss-free as possible. From roomy changing bags to special keepsakes, we’ve curated the best baby shower gifts that are as adorable as they are practical.
Burberry Kids Thomas bear
We hear you, the baby will undoubtedly be presented with an abundance of stuffed toys… but they won’t be Burberry. Made from an Italian wool-cashmere blend and finished with blanket stitching in Burberry’s signature blue, this super soft, cuddly companion is sure to be a playtime favourite.
Marie-Chantal Angel Wing gift set
Marie-Chantal has been a luxe childrenswear staple for years now – and for good reason. Founded by Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece, the brand is best known for its quality cotton all-in-ones adorned with darling angel wings. This gift set includes two soft baby grows as well as a matching hat, mittens, bib, knitted blanket and hairbrush – all the essentials a newborn may need.
Chloé Kids pointelle-knit set
Adorable, super-soft, and endlessly useful, this Chloé Kids set ticks all the right boxes when it comes to a great baby shower gift. Made from an organic cotton and wool blend, it includes a hat with a buttoned closure, mittens with ribbed cuffs, and slippers embellished with tiny bows. An ideal present for style-minded parents.
Age of Innocence Mia ballet flats
While we recommend going gender-neutral with most baby shower gifts, if you know you’re shopping for a baby girl, it’s difficult to resist these gorgeous ballet flats. These woollen shoes are finished with a beautiful velvet bow strap and will pair wonderfully with frilly occasion dresses while keeping her little feet warm and cosy. Buy them big so parents can look forward to the moment they grow into them.
G.H. Hurt & Son cashmere blanket set
Nottingham-based knitwear company G.H. Hurt and Son has been the blanket brand of choice for royal newborns since 1948, when Queen Elizabeth II presented King Charles III to the world wrapped in one. So why not give the young one a royal welcome with this cashmere gift set which includes a super-soft blanket with matching mittens and hat.
Cybex x Jeremy Scott MIOS stroller
Looking to make a big splash with your present? Consider this fashion and tech-forward collaboration between German child safety brand Cybex and American fashion designer Jeremy Scott. The ex-Moschino creative director’s bold design language translates into this bright aqua stroller which features all-wheel suspension, recline and fold mechanisms, an extra-large sun canopy, rain cover and a reversible seat unit that is also compatible with cars.
Garrard Baby Bee rattle
A beautiful keepsake, this 22 carat gold gilded rattle from Garrard is handmade in Sheffield from sterling silver and engraved with a bee motif with heart-shaped wings. Emitting a melodic tinkling (a blessed respite from the artificial sounds of most children’s toys), it’ll be useful while they’re young before being passed down to future generations. After all, there’s no better gift than an heirloom.
Little Butterfly London skincare hamper
As practical as it gets, this skincare hamper from Little Butterfly London is packed with goodies the new mother and her baby will find endlessly useful. From nappy change balm and soothing face cream for the tiny tot’s sensitive skin, to stretch mark butter and massage oil for the mother, this hamper has everything a new mum needs and more.
Prada Re-Nylon changing bag
Changing bags can be decidedly un-chic, but for fashionable parents, this stylish design from Prada is quite the opposite. Simple and practical, it’s made from the label’s signature Re-Nylon fabric and features multiple zipped pockets for nappies, wipes, rash cream and more, as well as an easy-to-fold changing mat.
Smythson baby book
They say time flies with a newborn, which is why it’s important to mark every milestone and special moment. This hardbound leather baby book from Smythson features prompts and blank pages to document every magical day and can be personalised with the baby’s last name or initials to make it extra special.
Fortnum & Mason Bundle of Joy hamper
Perfect for those who can’t pick between toys, blankets or treats, this Fortnum & Mason hamper has something for everyone in the family. Inside the classic wicker basket, you’ll find a soft baby blanket, cuddly stuffed teddy bear, lavender and chamomile sleep spray, calming botanical tea infusion, chocolate hedgehogs, and a musical biscuit tin for that much-needed tea break.
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