Attending a baby shower is a heart-warming opportunity to share in the excitement of your friend or family member’s much-anticipated arrival. We’ve rounded up some gifts for mom and baby to help make it a bit easier the next time you’re invited to a baby shower. Whether on a tight budget or ready to splurge – there’s something to suit every preference.
Usually filled with fun activities, games and treats, a baby shower is likely the last chance the mom-to-be will have all her closest friends and family together in one place before baby’s arrival.
It’s customary to spoil the baby – and mom – with gifts, but sometimes it can be difficult to know what to buy. Do you go with must-have essentials or spoil mom with a special treat she probably wouldn’t buy for herself? What do she and baby need and would appreciate?
Here are some baby shower gifts every parent and baby can benefit from and some pamper products for every mom or mom-to-be.
Find out more about the gadgets that make life with newborns much easier.
gifts for baby
nesting cushion
This is a gift you might not think of, but nesting cushions have proven to be a lifesaver for new moms. Think of it as a portable mattress for baby – it allows baby to assume a safe, comfortable position that promotes containment and calm. Nesting cushions come in different sizes and designs to assist moms with different needs. This handy item helps promote baby’s comfort and good sleeping habits and assists with smooth transitions from arms to crib, which their mom will thank you for!
a bib with a difference
All babies and toddlers require bibs, but we’ve found one with a unique design that’s sure to make feeding time a lot easier. The nurtureOne Fuss-Free Bib is so clever: it fits like a shirt and protects baby’s clothing, plus it can be washed easily. It allows baby to self-feed, which encourages the development of their hand-eye co-ordination and food curiosity. This bib lets baby get stuck in and explore without mom having to stress about the state of their outfit once they’re done.
must-have thermometer
A thermometer is a must-have for any parent and one of the most important items in your first-aid kit. Babies and young children are prone to developing fevers, but knowing when it’s an emergency is only possible when you can gauge their temperature.
a manicure set
Baby’s nails grow quickly and if not groomed regularly, babies have been known to scratch themselves in the face – or even worse – in the eye. An easy-to-use manicure set designed for baby’s hands and feet makes a great baby shower gift for first-time moms.
microwave sterilizer
Another example of a baby shower gift you may not have thought of, but one that’s incredibly useful is a microwave steriliser, which allows mom to always have sterilized bottles on hand. The Vital Baby NURTURE 2 in 1 Combination Sterilizer kills 99.9% of bacteria and keeps contents sterile for a full 24 hours when the lid is kept closed. This microwave and cold water steriliser combination offers total flexibility depending on your needs and the large capacity holds up to four wide-neck bottles, teats, collars, caps and tongs.
baby skincare products
If there is one thing moms always need for baby, it’s good quality personal care and skincare products. Skincare products always go down well at baby showers as moms generally go through them quite quickly. The Tiggles baby range contains the very best (and gentlest) ingredients to help nourish and protect baby’s delicate skin.
Who doesn’t love a massage? Baby is no different! Research has shown that massaging your baby’s skin promotes growth and development and is a fantastic bonding experience. Look for a baby massage oil that has a gentle blend of natural products to keep baby’s skin moisturised and soft.
Gifts for mom
nourishing body moisturisers
To keep skin soft and healthy and prevent the formation of stretch marks, it’s important to apply a nourishing body moisturiser every day during pregnancy. Happy Event has been a trusted brand for expectant mothers for decades, and its Firming Cream is always a winner. Its unique formula works to revitalise the skin by toning and reducing the appearance of stretch marks caused by rapid weight gain. It contains pink pepperslim, centella extract and collaplus – natural ingredients that aid in firming the skin and improving elasticity, as well as olive oil, shea butter and sodium hyaluronate, which have been used for generations to ensure that skin is moisturised and soft.
Tissue oil is the ultimate multipurpose beauty product, and it’s proven extremely versatile, especially for expectant moms. Not only does it help minimise the appearance of stretch marks, but it also intensely nourishes and moisturises the skin, which can get dry and itchy during pregnancy.
home scents
There is nothing like a beautifully scented candle to calm the senses and create a peaceful atmosphere in the home. A scented candle makes a gorgeous gift, creating a lovely ambience and delicate fragrance in a room.
pamper products
Most expectant and new moms aren’t likely to make a trip to the spa, so how about bringing the spa to them? Look for luxury shower gels, salt scrubs, body butters and lotions to give mom a feel-good boost. And don’t forget lip balms, particularly those that can be worn over and under lipstick or gloss and don’t melt in the sun. Bonus if you find one with an SPF factor to protect lips from UVA and UVB rays. Products for mom make wonderful baby shower gifts.
No matter your budget, our gift guide makes shopping for a baby shower gift a breeze, and will ensure you find something useful for both mom and baby.
