8 special gifts for the birth
It's almost time: the circle of your loved ones is expanding with another little member. Of course, you want to give the new parents a very special joy to celebrate the birth of their baby. But what can moms, dads, and their little explorer really use right now? We have put together a list of birth gifts that are both useful and special. Let our top 9 ideas inspire you.
1. Support
Not all gifts have to be material. A thorough apartment cleaning, taking care of the older sibling, or doing a big grocery shop are real favors for moms and dads during the postpartum period. However, it's better than showing up unannounced at their doorstep to ask the parents when and how you can support them. A nice way to, Offer your help , is for example a handmade voucher that they can redeem when they need your support the most.
2. Memories
Parents especially like to look back on the first time with the baby later. A Baby album or - diary , where they can record their first memories of their little explorer, is therefore a wonderful gift for a birth. Extra tip: Make sure to immortalize yourself directly with your own. personal wishes for parents and child there. An album or diary doesn't seem to be the right thing for you yet? You also give lasting memories in the form of milestone cards, a set for tiny footprints, or the first photo in a special frame.
3. Personalized Gifts
Gifts with the name and/or date of birth of the little one are unique and show how much you are celebrating the arrival of their baby with the parents. From the embroidered bib to the personalized photo pillow, offers a variety of options to delight new parents with personalized gifts. Especially nice: a soft cuddly blanket made of organic cotton, which will surely accompany the newcomer for quite some time. You have the option to turn the blanket into a true one-of-a-kind by choosing your preferred color and adding a name, birth date, and motif in the form of high-quality embroidery.
4. Initial equipment and baby clothing
Small baby rompers, hats, and the like are classics among newborn gifts. No wonder, after all, you are giving something practical that will surely be used. However, many gift-givers have this well-intentioned idea, which often results in mothers and fathers being faced with a pile of adorable first clothes before the baby is even born, which no longer fits after just a few weeks. Therefore, it is best to ask the parents beforehand which items are still missing from their initial equipment or to gift them clothing in larger sizes that the baby can wear at a later date. Beautiful first-year sets or individual pieces made from natural materials can be found, for example, in the , co-founded by LILLYDOO midwife Sissi. You can either get advice directly on-site in Berlin or order from the online shop. Alternatively, you can also team up with friends and family to contribute a larger item, such as a stroller, a carrier, or a baby chair, to the initial equipment.
5. Strength for the postpartum period
Breastfeeding and caring for the baby make you hungry, and especially in the first, exciting period, your own meals often come up short. Whether it's a homemade dish delivered to the young family’s home or a snack package of homemade nursing balls for the mom (you can find numerous recipes online), you're really doing something good for the new parents. Tip: Coordinate with family and friends beforehand so that, during the first period, someone different takes care of the culinary needs each day, ensuring the young family is well looked after.
6. Diaper initial supply
Two things that all parents really need are: diapers and time. With a you give them both at once. Because: diapers, wet wipes, and more are conveniently delivered to the doorstep, so parents don't have to worry about buying diapers for the time being. This way, the little family gains time to get to know each other at their own pace and to find their way into everyday life together. For those who want to benefit from this service in the long term, an individual is worthwhile, where parents receive up to 25% additional discount with each delivery.
8. Wellness for Mother and Child
After birth, it's about settling in, recovering, and spending lots of time skin-to-skin. High-quality, natural Care products , which both mom and child can use, are therefore suitable as a gift for the wellness unit in your own four walls. When choosing your gift, make sure that the skin care is gentle and suitable for sensitive newborn skin. If it should be something truly special, a massage voucher is also an option – either for the mom or in the form of a baby massage course.
9. Homemade
If you are somewhat handy, you can make a very special gift for the newcomer with a little creativity. Homemade gifts are always something special — whether it's hand-knit booties, a crafted cradle, or an embroidered muslin cloth. Unique and will remain in memory for a long time. To keep the joy unspoiled, make sure that DIY gifts of all kinds child-proof processed are not a danger of injury to the baby. Also, you should pay attention to high-quality, natural materials when choosing your gift.
As you can see, the perfect gift for a birth doesn't necessarily have to cost a lot. More important are creative, practical, and helpful gifts or gestures that are received especially well. We hope that our list has inspired you and that you find the perfect item to bring joy to the little family.