10 Newborn Baby Gift Ideas

If you're looking for something to give a newborn baby, then you might know exactly what you want, perhaps you've bought similar gifts before, or perhaps you're a parent. Alternatively if you really don't what might be suitable, here are 10 ideas.

1. Cuddly toys are always a good idea, and can be simple characters or shapes and in bright colours. They can go in the pram, or can be played with during the day.

2. Mobiles make a relaxing addition to any nursery room, and there is a wide range to choose from. From basic mobiles with characters on them, right the way to more complex and even musical mobiles, you're sure to find one that's suitable.

3. It might seem that a rattle would be too grown up for a newborn, but it won't be long before the baby can grip things, and will want to start holding things. A rattle is also a gift that will last a while and get a lot of use.

4. What about choosing something to go on the pram? As the baby will be spending a lot of time in the pram, it's a good idea to find something that will keep it entertained. Perhaps you'll choose something simple, or something more tactile to help the baby develop.

5. Squeaky toys are a popular choice, and will keep the baby entertained and distracted. Why not choose a selection of toys with different squeaks?

6. Items that can live on the cot frame are a good idea, and will help to relax the baby when he or she is going to sleep.

7. Sensory and developmental toys might seem a bit grown up, but the child will develop very quickly, and will soon be looking for something that they can grip or touch or listen to. Think about cuddly toys with different textures, or with bells or rattles to give the baby lots of different options.

8. Musical toys again might seem a little previous, but children love sounds and music, and these toys can be a great way to get them to go to sleep.

9. A blanket will probably be a baby's most important possession, and so why not see if you can find a nice, appropriate one that you can give as a gift?

10. Perhaps you know that the baby you're buying for will get lots of baby toys, and you want something for when they are older. What about stacking toys, or a shape sorter, or perhaps even something to pull along for when they start walking?

Now you know more about what sort of things are suitable, perhaps you can go and buy the right newborn baby gifts.