Show new moms and dads you’ve got their back with a gift that celebrates and supports them.
Getting to watch your friends and loved ones become parents—if it's their first spin on the merry-go-round or not—is a joyous time. Whether they have already welcomed their baby or are waiting for the little bundle’s arrival, you want to find gifts for new parents that can adequately express your happiness for them.
Becoming a parent, though wonderful, can be a daunting time. If you've already nabbed a baby must-have gift from their Etsy Baby Registry, getting a little something extra that's actually for the parents and not solely for the baby can be a really beautiful gesture. Choosing a new parent gift that Mom and Dad can enjoy will make them feel special and appreciated, and it will likely be unexpected, too.
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We’ve curated a list of 21 of the most thoughtful gifts for new parents—including some that are meant for both the parents and the baby—that they can keep forever to commemorate this special time in their lives.
Gifts for new moms
Becoming a mom for the first time is a life-changing moment. And while the attention usually shifts to the baby the minute they arrive, you can let the new mom know she's still a priority with a thoughtful gift. Whether it's a personalized gift for mom like an initial necklace or a self-care gift box, these gifts for new moms will be a welcome gesture during a transitional time.
1. The best “mama” necklace for new moms
SHOP: Dainty mama necklace from Caitlyn Minimalist, $37
This beautiful and minimalistic “mama” necklace is the perfect way to welcome a friend or loved one to motherhood. It’s dainty and delicate and comes in either sterling silver, rose gold, or 18K gold finishing to suit any taste.
2. Pregnancy gift box
SHOP: Pregnancy gift basket from Parcelly, from $53
This gift basket contains an array of goodies to really make your pregnant friends feel special. Each of the included items is handmade, including an appropriately-themed tote bag, soap, and scented candle. You can also choose to add a ceramic mug with freshly-baked choc chip cookies or fruit-infused tea.
3. Postpartum care package
SHOP: Postpartum care package from Lavender Meadows Co, $70
While every woman's postpartum journey looks different, there's no denying it can be incredibly overwhelming, which is why self-care is so important. When it comes to gifts for new moms, this postpartum care package—which includes things like belly butter and Epsom bath salts—will be a hit.
4. Personalized initial necklace
SHOP: Personalized “mama” initial necklace from Nolia Jewelry, $73
This initial pendant is a beautiful way to pair dad and baby’s initials together with the beautiful mama. It's not only delicate and beautiful, but you can also personalize it further to add birth dates as well.
5. Handmade ceramic mug
SHOP: Handmade coffee mug from Mammoth and Minnow, $42
A new baby means many sleepless nights, so this handmade ceramic mug will quickly become essential to any new mom's daily routine (more coffee, please!). The mug is made using wheel thrown pottery with speckle tan stoneware and finished with a smooth white glaze that is non-toxic.
6. Linen pajama set
SHOP: Linen pajama set from One Love Brand UA, $110
Those first few weeks with a newborn mean spending lots of quality time at home, and every new mom is going to want to be as comfortable as possible. This linen pajama set is the perfect thing to soak up all those newborn cuddles in.
Gifts for new dads
Celebrating and supporting the new moms in your life is essential, but new dads deserve to be included too! When looking for something special to recognize the most important title they'll ever have, these gifts for new dads ensure their new little one is never far from their minds.
7. Personalized photo leather keychain
SHOP: Personalized Daddy photo leather keychain from Silvy, $19
You don't want to miss getting this sweet vegan leather keyring that can be inscribed with their new title of “Daddy” and holds a photo of their choosing. It's available in various colors and can either be debossed or embossed with gold foil. It can also be made for all the other family members, too.
8. “Dad joke” dress socks
SHOP: Funny dress socks from Funny Feet Socks, $17
For something that will surely appeal to any new father, this pair of “Dad joke” socks is one gift that is not only good for their sole but also super practical. These blue and green stylish dress socks are designed to keep his feet comfortable while unleashing a wave of laughter.
9. Matching dad and child tees
SHOP: Matching Dad and child tees from Blackbird Supply Co., $64
If you know a dad who is keen on raising a mini-me, you'll want to purchase these matching father and child Big Dipper and Little Dipper T-shirts immediately. Sizes start from three months onwards.
Personalized gifts for new parents
New parents spend a long time choosing the perfect name for their baby, so why not celebrate it in a big way with a personalized gift that lets them display it proudly? From jewelry pieces to baby books they'll cherish forever, these personalized gifts for new parents are as sweet as can be.
10. Personalized stack bracelets
SHOP: Personalized skinny stacking cuff bracelets from Wildflower Vintage, from $24
For your fashionista friends who fully embrace the skinny stacking jewelry trend, opt for these personalized cuffs that can be engraved with their kids’ names and come in either brass, copper, or aluminum.
11. Personalized leather bracelet for dad
SHOP: Handprint leather bracelet from Itsy Bitsy Imprints, $133
This handprint bead on a leather bracelet is the perfect gift for any daddy. It incorporates an actual engraving of the handprints of the family members and can be further extended upon the arrival of a new one.
12. Personalized “Dear Mommy” book
SHOP: Personalized Dear Mommy book by From Lucy and Co, $30
Though it’s a children’s book, you can bet your bottom dollar that the mother will appreciate this unique and sentimental book, too. Personalized to include the baby’s name and the mama’s preferred title, this cute story will very likely be one of the first books your friends will ever read to their little one.
13. “Becoming Daddy” personalized book
SHOP: Personalized dad book from My Given Name Books, $53
Of course, we can’t leave Daddy out of reading time! This personalized book has a cute story that dads can read to their babies and make beautiful memories together. You can even personalize the dad in the book to look like the giftee with a choice of hair and skin colors, and a beard or glasses.
14. Sloth family portrait
SHOP: Personalized sloth family portrait from Pawprint Illustration, from $16
Sloths may move at a glacial pace, but you'll want to snatch this gift up for the new parents in your life as quickly as possible. This cute artwork depicts a family of lovable sloths and can be personalized with the new parents and their baby’s name. The picture can come framed and ready to hang on a wall and is available in various sizes.
Unique gifts for new parents
If you want your gift to stand out among the rest, choose one of these unique presents for new parents that are sure to get heartfelt wows.
15. Matching mommy and me hats
SHOP: Matching mommy and me bucket hats from Blue Corduroy, $65
Made from breezy linen fabric, these matching mommy and me bucket hats are perfect for sunny days spent outside. Baby hat sizes start at 0-3 months, so the new parents can feel confident their little one will stay nice and cool during afternoon walks.
16. “On the Day You Were Born” star chart
SHOP: On The Day You Were Born print from Our Love Was Born, from $34
To commemorate one of the most important days in any parent’s life, this star map that depicts the position of the stars on the night their baby was born is just the ticket. It’s available as a framed or unframed print in various sizes and frame styles.
17. Baby quilt
SHOP: Handmade baby quilt from BperrinoHandmade, $68
This special gift might be for the baby, but any parent can appreciate the craftsmanship that has been put into its design. Handmade by the creator, Barbara Perrino, in Rhode Island, these beautiful and minimal cotton quilts are beloved for their high quality, can be machine washed, and will last a lifetime as a keepsake of these first precious years.
18. Engraved wooden baby keepsake box
SHOP: Engraved wooden baby keepsake box from MUUJEE, from $45
To keep baby scans, hospital bracelets, and other baby memorabilia together and neatly organized so the new parents can look over them whenever nostalgia hits, give them this gorgeous wooden keepsake box that can be engraved with their little one's name or a custom design.
19. Child memory journal
SHOP: Childhood memory keepsake journal from This Little Love Co, $59
A baby book like no other, your friends will be proud to keep this beautiful, modern, and minimal childhood memory journal on display. It comes in three subtle colors—gray, blush pink, or sage green—and the parents can update and add to it periodically as their little one grows.
20. Baby's first Christmas ornament
SHOP: Baby's first Christmas ornament from Shop Going Golden, $32
If the new parents celebrate Christmas, this personalized ornament that marks their little one's first holiday season will fill them with so much joy. The ornament features all the significant details, including their birthday, time of birth, height, and weight—a great keepsake to put up on the tree year after year.
21. Matching head wrap and baby bowtie
SHOP: Head wrap and baby bowtie from Gabe Jade Accessories, $27
If you're looking for a fun gift, this matching set of a head wrap and bowtie will solidify the new mom and baby as the most fashionable duo. The mom’s full head scarf is made with multi-colored African fabric and the matching bowtie is suitable for a new born baby, so the new mom will be able to put these to good use in no time.
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