Gift Givers Guide: Baby’s First Christmas Gifts
Our Experts Weigh in on What to Buy for Baby’s First Christmas
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and this year is even more special because it’s baby’s first Christmas! There will be lots of moments to cherish (and lots of family photos to take!), from baby’s first visit to see Santa Claus to baby’s first time experiencing the sparkle of Christmas lights. While the entire season of baby’s first Christmas will undoubtedly be packed with memorable family activities, the final excitement-filled moment will – of course! - be opening up baby’s first Christmas gifts on Christmas morning.
To help you decide what to buy for baby’s first Christmas, the mom-and-baby gifting experts at Nurtured 9 have rounded up their tips!
What do you get a baby for his/her first Christmas?
Splurge or Chip in for Big Ticket Baby Items (bigger strollers and car seats, high chairs, and nursery items)
If you’re part of the new baby’s close-knit family circle (ex: grandparents or other close relatives), ask mom and dad what gifts for baby’s first Christmas would be most helpful for them to receive. Mom and dad might be eyeing a big-ticket baby item they’d like to purchase this holiday season while stores are having their biggest sales, so if you have the means to contribute a larger gift, now’s the time to find out what’s on their wish list for baby’s first Christmas present! (If your budget is limited, why not offer to team up with a few other relatives and all chip in for the larger gift?)
Some of the more expensive baby items that make very generous Christmas gifts could include a stroller (for example, if the parents want a different style than the one they currently use, like a wagon or umbrella stroller), a car seat (baby will need to switch to a convertible car seat once he/she outgrows the infant car seat), a high chair (baby will be switching from liquids to solids around 4-6 months) or a special item for the nursery.
2. Items for Baby’s Next Stage of Development (bigger clothes and shoes, feeding supplies, babyproofing tools)
Another great baby’s first Christmas present idea is to find out if mom and dad could use any essentials that their little one will need during the next phase of development. Because as we know, babies grow so fast during that first year! Newborns in the tiniest onesies who only drink milk or formula and sleep all day will become older babies who eat solids, need sippy cups, and crawl all over the place in only a matter of a few months! As baby quickly moves from one milestone to the next, mom and dad will be trying to keep up with all of the items that go along with it, so if you’re especially close with mom and dad, consider asking if they could use the next size of clothes, more advanced feeding supplies (ex: sippy cups, silicone feeding mats, utensils, splash mat) or babyproofing items (ex: babygates).
However, this suggestion about what to buy for baby’s first Christmas comes with the caveat that if mom and dad get Amazon deliveries all week long and thoroughly enjoy their Target runs, they’ve likely got a handle on the essentials, so you may skip right over and instead find gifts for baby’s first Christmas that feel little less utilitarian and more special.
A PERFECT CONGRATULATORY GIFT FOR NEW PARENTS! MAKES A GREAT BABY PRESENT FOR COWORKERS & EMPLOYEES, OR A BABY SHOWER GIFT FOR MOM.
The New Family Gift Box Includes:
Copper Pearl X Nurtured 9 Newborn Knotted Gown and Top Knot Hat- a two-piece gender-neutral new baby wardrobe essential (gown features built-in no scratch mittens). Size 0-3 months
Earth Mama Organic Diaper Balm - soothing calendula diaper cream to keep baby’s bum chubby-soft and cheerful-cheeked (No petroleum, preservatives or artificial fragrance)
Little Bunny Stuffed Animal - a cozy and cuddly companion for the little one
Wooden and Silicone Rattle - a classic wooden rattle with food-grade baby safe silicone rings
Baby Board Book– a colorful board book for comforting family bedtime stories
Why We Love This Gift:
Congratulate the new family with something for everyone to enjoy together! Staple gender-neutral baby gifts like an adorable onesie and newborn hat combo and diaper balm are just too sweet to resist. And their new arrival will no doubt enjoy snuggles with our plush bunny stuffy and wooden & silicone rattle, which also gives the new parents a bit of breather from being the entertainment. Topped off with a wonderful board book for making memories together as a new family unit.
Packaging & Shipping Details:
This gift box for a family with a new baby is beautifully packaged in our luxe signature Nurtured 9 gift box, topped with ribbon and your gift note, handwritten on our Nurtured 9 card (no need for additional gift wrapping!).
In a hurry? No worries! Orders ship within 24 hours, and generally take 2-5 business days to arrive via ground shipping. If you need your order sooner, you may select one of our expedited shipping methods at checkout. If you have any questions about packaging & shipping, please visit our FAQ page or email us at info@nurtured9.com.
FOR BULK CORPORATE ORDERS, PLEASE EMAIL US AT INFO@NURTURED9.COM.
For additional gift options, shop our entire collection of PREGNANCY GIFT BOXES and NEW MOM GIFT BOXES or you can CURATE-YOUR-OWN
A PERFECT CONGRATULATORY GIFT FOR NEW PARENTS! MAKES A GREAT BABY PRESENT FOR COWORKERS & EMPLOYEES, OR A BABY SHOWER GIFT FOR MOM.
The Cozy at Home Newborn Parent Gift Basket Includes:
Nurtured 9 Haven Non-Toxic Candle - with a crackling wooden wick to set a relaxing and cozy mood at home
Palermo Replenishing Salt Bath Soak Mini Sachet – for a relaxing bath to unwind
Noshinku Hand Sanitizer (70% Alcohol) - Nourishing Lavender - a soothing spritz to keep hands germ-free around the new baby
Sleepy Bear Lovey - the most adorable soft and cozy companion for snuggles and soothing
Sun Swaddle Blanket- a gorgeous new baby essential that can be used for so much more than swaddling!
Silicone Sun Teether – a teether made with buttery soft silicone that fits perfectly into tiny hands (BPA free + 100% non-toxic materials)
Why We Love This Gift:
A new baby’s arrival means lots of days and nights at home. This new baby gift basket for parents is all about making that experience feel a bit more relaxing and soothing for the baby AND the parents!
First up, we’ve curated a super soft bamboo and cotton swaddle blanket in a beautiful sun print that is perfect for swaddling, tummy time, and draped over the stroller to provide shade during walks. Next, we’ve added in a cozy bear lovey that makes the best companion for cuddling and helping to soothe baby. Finally, we’ve added a silicone teething trinket to help baby feel more comfortable as those teeth start poking through.
For the new parents, we’ve included a lightly scented clean-burning candle to enhance the atmosphere in the home, a relaxing salt bath soak to gently lift a (tired) parent’s mood, and finally an elevated & chic hand sanitizer to keep germs far away from baby.
Packaging & Shipping Details:
This new parent gift basket is beautifully packaged in our luxe signature Nurtured 9 gift box, topped with ribbon and your gift note, handwritten on our Nurtured 9 card (no need for additional gift wrapping!).
In a hurry? No worries! Orders ship within 24 hours, and generally take 2-5 business days to arrive via ground shipping. If you need your order sooner, you may select one of our expedited shipping methods at checkout. If you have any questions about packaging & shipping, please visit our FAQ page or email us at info@nurtured9.com.
FOR BULK CORPORATE ORDERS, PLEASE EMAIL US AT INFO@NURTURED9.COM.
For additional gift options, shop our entire collection of PREGNANCY GIFT BOXES and NEW MOM GIFT BOXES or you can CURATE-YOUR-OWN
3. Luxe Beautifully Wrapped Baby’s First Christmas Presents (books, stuffed animals and loveys, teethers, knit cold-weather accessories, and more)
The final category of gifts for baby’s first Christmas are those “evergreen” baby items that are always appropriate and helpful! This is the best category of Christmas gifts for a baby because you simply can’t go wrong; even if the new family has something similar, it’s always helpful to have more clothes, teethers, stuffed animals and loveys, books, and cold-weather accessories.
We’ve ALL seen the teether that baby immediately drops on the dirty floor - Mama needs to have a small stash at her disposal! We also know that there are never enough baby board books to keep bedtime interesting (particularly for the parents!). We also have seen the onesie that immediately becomes soiled, so backups (plural) are crucial, or the solo bootie or mitten left behind at the park. So as a gift giver, if you send a new baby something in this category of gifts for baby’s first Christmas, you are golden!
Skip the Stores and Post Office. Send a Beautifully Wrapped Christmas Gift Directly to the Family
We don’t like spending our weekends in November and December going from store to store…then home to giftwrap…and then to the post office to ship all our gifts. (We doubt you enjoy that either!) It’s also not ideal to order a bunch of gifts for baby’s first Christmas online and have them shipped to mom and dad, only to arrive in multiple plastic bags without any semblance of a cohesive gift, and no card (except that flimsy gift receipt that falls out of the bag).
Instead, make it easy on yourself by sending a beautiful Christmas gift that’s been thoughtfully curated and elegantly gift wrapped, including a handwritten notecard (so the family knows who sent them this amazing Baby’s First Christmas Present!)
Nurtured 9’s 2023 Collection of Baby’s First Christmas Gifts
The Snow Snuggles New Baby Holiday Gift Box
Our first pick is this beautiful seasonal gift box that ships directly to the family’s doorstep. A handmade crocheted bonnet and bootie set will keep baby warm and toasty in the stroller, while an adorable winter-themed board book, a cuddly lovey, and silicone snowflake teether are perfect for bedtime soothing. Finally, a nontoxic clean-burning “Let it Snow” candle makes the perfect finishing touch for creating a relaxing mood at home. Snuggle season starts now with our baby’s first Christmas gift box!
If you’d like to send a Christmas gift for Mom as well as baby, our pick is this holiday themed care package! Cozy, festive, and full of holiday cheer for both Mom AND baby, this Baby’s First Christmas Present includes items that comfort and soothe Mama and her little one during their winter season together.
Staple gender-neutral baby gifts like an adorable onesie and newborn hat combo and diaper balm are just too sweet to resist. Baby will no doubt enjoy snuggles with our plush bunny stuffy and wooden & silicone rattle, which also gives the new parents a bit of breather from being the entertainment. Topped off with a wonderful board book for making memories together as a new family unit. Select holiday gift wrapping to make the gift feel more festive!
All things elevated that baby will need for bathtime this Christmas season! From the bubbly start to the plush towel-wrapped finish (with ears for extra cuteness of course), and all the sweet fun in between, the essentials are all at mom and dad’s fingertips in our signature diaper caddy. Select holiday gift wrapping to make the gift feel more festive!
build-Your-Own baby’s first christmas gift Box
Customize baby’s first Christmas present by building your own! Pick your gift box, add your baby items, and we’ll gift wrap your beautiful present for you, complete with a handwritten notecard. Start curating baby’s Christmas gift today and we will ship it directly to the new family for you!
Baby is here and hear them roar!! Well, hopefully not too much thanks to this absolutely adorable keepsake rattle. With a sweet lion design, a wooden handle for baby to practice their grip and the faintest rattle noise, so that the new parents can find some peace!
Let the sun shine in, Mama! Thanks to this adorable silicone sun teether, Mama is enjoying some much-needed silence from teething tears and even on the cloudiest of days, this feels like a ray of sunshine. If you're looking to still gift a little something for baby, make it an item that is going to give Mama a well-deserved moment of peace & joy too!
Product Details:
The cutest safe baby teether there is! The Sun Ray Silicone Teether with buttery soft silicone that fits perfectly in your hand and pockets.
- Food Grade Silicone.
- Adult supervision is required at all times.
- BPA Free + 100% non-toxic materials.
- Discontinue use at first signs of wear.
So much of those first few months of motherhood is spent bonding with baby and learning all the daily routines that keep him or her happy, from the best techniques for feeding to perfecting the diaper change and of course, how on earth to ease baby to sleep! At the top of that list is figuring out a soothing bedtime routine that sets EVERYONE up for a peaceful evening.
We chose this sweet board book to help Mama connect with her baby during those early days as she learns just how to comfort her little one before bedtime. Baby will feel safe and content in Mama’s arms and will (fingers crossed!) be gently lulled to sleep hearing her voice as she reads. (And once those little eyes close, it will be Mama’s cue to get some rest as well!)
Product Details:
Our Little Adventure to the Farmers Market takes parents and young children on a trip to the farmers market using realistic watercolor imagery and a story carefully crafted by Illustrator Tabitha Paige, who has years of experience helping young children develop their language skills.
This timeless book features vocabulary and early language concepts while also teaching about friendship and kindness through an engaging story about a fox planning a meal for his friend.
ADD BABY’S NAME TO OUR SLEEPY BEAR LOVEY BLANKET!
For an extra special personalized touch, add baby’s name to his or her lovey! Once you add this item to your cart, you will be prompted to enter the baby’s name, which will be printed in a gender-neutral gray font in the bottom corner of the lovey.
Product Description:
While we are all about Mama, this Bear Lovey Blanket was just too sweet to resist! Perfect for cuddling, this cotton security blanket will help soothe baby, so Mama can get some much needed rest of her own. This gender neutral oatmeal colored bear is made from super soft cotton, making it cozy for naps, or for snuggles on the go. It is the perfect token to show baby some love too, while also keeping Mom's need to run errands or catch a snooze in mind.
Adorable oatmeal-toned bear lovey that’s perfect for cuddling
Made from super soft cotton
When trying to figure out what do you get a baby for his/her first Christmas, don’t stress! The most important part is showing the new parents how much you care about them and their growing family. They’ll be delighted with their thoughtful gift and will undoubtedly share lots of photos with you of the happy baby!