Newborn Gift Ideas

Not sure what a newborn baby needs? Looking for a practical gift? Here is a checklist of the basic items parents will need once they bring their newborn home. Any of these items would make great newborn gifts. But if you are looking for a gift for a newborn who is the second or third born in a family that already has all the practical things have a look at these ideas.

 

Clothing Essential Ideas for a Newborn Baby

• 4 - 6 singlet's or body suits
• 6 - 8 jumpsuits
• 4 jackets
• Couple of nice outfits
• Hats
• Socks
• Leggings
• Bibs
• 6 wraps, cotton or muslin
• mittens

 

Sleeping Essential Gift Ideas for a Newborn

• Bassinet or cot
• New firm cot mattress
• 3 fitted bassinet and cot sheets
• Mattress protector
• 2 - 3 lightweight blankets

 

Diaper Gift Ideas for a Newborn

• Diaper bin with secure lid
• Baby wipes
• Newborn size diapers
• Diaper rash cream
• Change table

 

Bath time Gift Ideas for Newborns

• Mild soap
• Cotton wool balls
• Wash cloths
• 2 soft towels
• Blunt ended scissors
• Baby bath with stand (optional)
• Baby hair brush

Out and About Gift Ideas for Newborns

• Car seat
• Sun cover for rear car window
• Sling or front-pack
• Pram
• Sun cover for pram
• Nappy bag to use when out

 

Feeding Gift Ideas for Newborns

• Breast Pump
• Breast pads
• Set of bottles and teats
• Bottle brush
• Sterilizer
• Bottle warmer
• Comfortable chair to feed in

 

Newborn Gift Ideas for second or third children

• New towel perhapse with their name on it
• New cot sheets
• Name sign to hang on their bedroom door

 

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