
When buying a Christmas gift for a new parent there are several directions you can take — you can go practical with nipple creams and snot suckers, focus on indulgent treats for rest and recovery (such as delicious, easy-to-prepare meal kits) or go for the cute factor, with clothing items and soft toys for the little one.
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We have compiled a thorough list of baby gifts spanning all budgets, from luxury prams and carriers to under-£20 treats. So whether you are looking for a big-ticket item to share as a group or something smaller, but just as personal and meaningful, see below for our comprehensive guide to the best gifts for babies and parents.
’s Guide to the best baby gifts
We have divided our baby gift guide into sections to help you narrow down your search, with gifts that will be appreciated before the arrival, practical buys that will aid with sleep, feeding and organisation and adorable clothes for the baby. We also have a section dedicated to big-ticket items, whether you are looking for something for a close family member or to group together as friends to buy one big thing. We have also put together an edit of under-£30 gifts, which includes personalised story books and cards to mark important milestones, with a beautiful nighttime oil for under £10.
Read more: Discover Vogue’s Edit Of The Best Gifts Under £20
For the parents:
Meminio specialises in beautifully crafted memory cases, that can help to store keepsakes and treasure memories. Each case can be personalised with an embossed luggage tag, noting initials or a special date. They have a nostalgic charm, as the design is inspired by a vintage suitcase the founder found in her grandmother’s home.
With prices starting from £495, this is an extravagant gift, but a beautiful way to mark your pregnancy and turn it into a work of art. You will have an hour-long appointment in Kensington where they take a 3D scan of your body, and then there are a number of finishes and styles you can choose from. It is advised you visit between 30 and 35 weeks.
Milk It was founded by a postpartum nutrition consultant, breastfeeding support counsellor, doula and mum who creates cookies from her small commercial kitchen in Cornwall. Their goods contain ingredients that support breastfeeding, such as flaxseed, brewer’s yeast and fenugreek. Each box also comes with lots of resources about feeding. The perfect gift for a nap-trapped new mum.
Clothes for baby:
Baby knitwear and blankets:
Organic Cotton Luxury Baby Bunny Bundle
Isla & Fraser is a British company that specialises in organic cotton baby knitwear, designed to be soft and natural for baby’s sensitive skin. The baby gift bundles are a beautiful package for any new parent, ranging from £50 to £250.
Big ticket items:
Practical buys:
This white noise machine has lots of clever functions that will help establish a sleep routine, with nine sleep sounds (including rain, womb sound and lullabies) that will cover disruptive noises. The ability to record personal sounds and it is triggered to start when a baby starts crying. Plus, it also doubles as a baby night light.
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