The Ultimate List of Baby Shower Gifts

Kim Kornfeld
6 min readSep 13, 2021

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Sometimes it can be really tough to find that perfect gift for a mom-to-be. What does she already have? Will she get duplicates? This list gives you neverending ideas to make sure the new mom-to-be is armored with everything she’ll need before baby arrives.

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Gear

LÍLLÉbaby Complete Airflow Carrier ($125)

The Complete carrier comes in two styles: All Seasons, which is better for cooler climates, and Airflow, which is better for hotter climates. The Airflow is made with breathable mesh to provide breezy comfort for both parent and baby. You can also use 6 different seating positions to find the best fit.

Where to buy: LILLEbaby.com, Amazon buybuy Baby, Target

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Petunia Pickle Bottom META Backpack (Starts at $150)

This fashionable bag lets parents carry around everything they need without looking like a traditional diaper bag. It’s sleek and comfortable for long outings and coordinates with Petunia Pickle Bottom’s Inter-Mix system. This bag also features a hidden insulated bottle pocket, a trolley sleeve for easy travel, and d-rings to let you attach it to your stroller.

Where to buy: Petunia.com, Amazon, Target and more.

Petunia Pickle Bottom

Fit4 Adapt Convertible Car Seat ($380)

The first juvenile brand to use patented 37.5® Technology, Chicco Adapt car seats are fully outfitted with fabrics that employ natural volcanic minerals to help control the little one’s microclimate, helping to keep them at the ideal relative humidity of 37.5%. When the child is hot, the fabric removes sweat in the vapor stage before liquid sweat even forms.

Where to buy: Chicco.com and BuyBuyBaby.com

Chicco

Feeding

nutribullet Baby Bullet Blender ($70)

This amazing gadget can quickly puree and store fresh, healthful baby food giving mom less mess and less stress. All components are dishwaser-safe and the batch cups that come with it are perfectly portioned and designed for grab-and-go.

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Oxo Tot Dishwasher Basket ($11)

This basket can hold up to 8 baby bottle nipples, sippy cup parts, pacifiers and more. You can also toss in some of the baby’s utensils in this dishwasher-safe basket.

Where to buy: BuyBuyBaby.com, Amazon.com

Oxo

Nuk Learner Cups ($14)

The easy-to-hold cup makes the transition from bottle to cup easy for baby. This 100% spill-proof cup features removable handles and a soft spout made of 100% silicone that is gentle on the baby’s gums.

Where to buy: BuyBuyBaby.com, Amazon.com

Nuk

ezpz Mini Happy Mat Placemat ($20)

As seen on Shark Tank, the ezpz Mini Happy Mat Placemat has an innovative design of a silicone 3-section plate and placemat in one to make it stable and perfect for catching any mess during your baby’s feeding time.

Where to buy: BuyBuyBaby.com, ezpzfun.com, Amazon.com

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Green Sprouts Cool Nature Teethers ($8)

The nature-inspired shapes will help massage gums and relieve teething pain. You can even chill these in the fridge for added relief. They’re made withour PVC and hormone-disrupters and have a variety of textures to offer sensory play.

Where to buy: greensprouts.com

Green Sprouts

Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottle ($30)

Philips Avent’s Natural bottle with an ultra-soft nipple more closely resembles the breast, making it easier than ever for baby. The wide breast-shaped nipple with flexible spiral design and comfort petals allows natural latch on and makes it easy to combine breast and bottle feeding.

Where to buy: Philips.com and Amazon

Philips

Leak Proof Nursing Bra ($55)

The bra’s unique moisture-wicking cups pull liquid away from the body and into highly absorbent lining to help keep mom comfortable and dry. There’s extra protection against leaks, so mom will have peace of mind, day or night. Convenient one-hand unclasp cups provide easy nursing access and breathable stretch fabric helps keep mom comfortable and secure.

Where to buy: shopproof.com

Safety

Boppy Shopping Cart and High Chair Cover ($30)

This cover will give your baby full germ protection at a time when it’s needed most. Cover shopping carts and high chairs with this padded cover that features leg openings to protect baby’s skin.

Where to buy: BuyBuyBaby.com, Amazon.com

Boppy

Delta Children Jeep Baby Gate ($85)

This gate makes it easier than ever for parents to childproof their homes. The pressure-mounted gate requires no hardware or tools to install and won’t damage your walls. The adjustable frame comes with two included extension pieces that allow the gate to fit openings between 28.5 inches and 40 inches effortlessly.

Where to buy: deltachildren.com

Delta Children

Nanit Pro Complete Baby Monitoring System ($380)

The Nanit Pro Complete Baby Monitoring System lets you can see and hear baby with stunning 1080p HD video and 2 -way audio with no mounting needed. It also features sleep tracking, breathing motion monitoring and auto-memory capture. There are other bundles available if the complete system isn’t what mom and dad need.

Where to buy: BuyBuyBaby.com

Nanit

Bedding

Delta Children Rainbow Fitted Crib Sheets ($40)

This 2-pack of colorful crib sheets is soft, stylish and perfect for your baby’s nursery. They’re made of jersey-knit cotton so they’ll keep their softness after each wash. Elasticized edges all around create a snug fit on standard-size crib mattresses.

Where to buy: deltachildren.com

Delta Children

Toys

Philips Avent Soothie Snuggle ($15)

The Soothie snuggle is an ideal addition for comfort during nap time. The best part? The Snuggle detaches from the Soothie for easier cleanup.

Where to buy: Philips.com and Amazon

Philips

Lil’ Critters Soothing Starlight Polar Bear ($28)

This cute polar bear projects a soothing starry night sky onto the ceiling in four different colors to the sounds of peaceful tunes, seven nursery rhymes, nature sounds and lullabies. If the baby cries, this polar bear responds with calming music to help the little one learn to self-soothe and settle back to sleep.

Where to buy: Walmart and Amazon

Vtech

Stroll & Discover Activity Walker ($45)

This Activty Walker will bring baby from floor play to their first steps and grows right alongside them. The easy-to-remove activity panel is great for floor play and is packed with features and the legs fold for easy storage. Five light-up piano keys introduce colors and numbers while spinning gears and a removable cell phone help develop fine motor skills.

Where to buy: Walmart and Amazon

Vtech

Potty

Hello Bello Diaper Cake ($35)

The cutest tower of diapers you’ll ever find, this gift poses as a centerpiece and a gift. It features Hello Bello’s diapers in the classic ABC’s design with other surprise baby essentials tucked inside including plant-based baby wipes, shampoo and body wash, bubble bath, and three fun signs to personalize the cake

Where to buy: Walmart

Hello Bello

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