The Best Newborn Baby Gifts You Can Buy or Add to Your Registry
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Whether you’re looking for the perfect baby shower gift or are about to become a new parent yourself, a newborn baby gift guide can be super helpful in the seemingly-endless sea of “must-have” products. So we’ve curated this newborn gift guide just for you, exclusively from products available on Amazon — so your shopping experience is easy and hassle-free (and, if you’re a Prime member, shipping is free too!). These are the tried-and-true, field-tested products that parents say are essentials, things that make life with a new baby easier and more comfortable … because it can definitely be a hard adjustment.
Speaking of Amazon and must-have baby products, parents-to-be can use our new baby gift guide suggestions to create an Amazon baby registry so it’s even easier for friends and family to fulfill their wish list. An Amazon baby registry has a ton of perks that traditional baby registries don’t: a welcome box full of cool stuff, a 15% discount on registry items (saving up to $300!), free one-year returns, a group-gifting option so people can pool their funds for bigger-ticket items, and a diaper fund that people can contribute to. Not to mention the huge variety of products offered, which means there’s something for every taste and every budget.
Without further ado, we present the SheKnows newborn baby gift guide: your no-B.S. roadmap to bypassing the overwhelm of shopping (and registering!) for the best baby products. Having a baby is hard. Getting ready for one should be easy!
There’s nothing worse than knowing your baby is uncomfortable — and nothing better than solving the problem within minutes! These newborn-safe, pediatrician-recommended Little Remedies Gas Relief Drops relieve the pain of excess gas … and, therefore, the fussing that goes along with it.
If there’s one absolute no-fail new baby gift that every parent will appreciate, it’s diapers — and Pampers’ Swaddlers line has a brand new feature that makes them stand out from other brands even more: the blowout barrier. A reprieve from the colossal mess of those up-the-back blowouts? SAY LESS.
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Available in a plethora of colors and patterns (we’re talking over 20!), the HALO Sleepsack Swaddle is a wearable blanket that keeps baby snug and warm without the danger of putting blankets in their crib. It’s adjustable for a perfect fit, and has a zipper that opens from the bottom for easy diaper changes without having to remove it.
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Sick happens, and when it does, it’s nice to know you have the tools you need on hand. This portable kit contains two of FridaBaby’s top-rated, bestselling products — the NoseFrida nasal aspirator and the MediFrida pacifier-style medicine dispenser — plus a rectal thermometer (we know, we know, but it’s the best way to get an accurate temperature reading). It’s all stocked into an easy-to-carry, stackable kit with extra room to store other products.
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Over 38K nearly-perfect ratings can’t be wrong: these bottles from Dr. Brown’s are the real deal. With a consistent flow rate and anti-colic internal vent system clinically proven to reduce burping, gas, and spitting up, plus a natural nipple shape that encourages a proper latch, they’re the perfect new baby gift.
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Philips AVENT Soothie Pacifiers are the brand distributed in hospitals nationwide — so if it’s the choice of hundreds of doctors and nurses, you can feel confident that it’s good. Hospital-grade, BPA- and latex-free silicone is dishwasher safe for full sterilization, and they adhere to the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines and are specially-designed for infants ages 0-3 months (but there are sizes for older babies too!).
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Washing bottles — and, later on, sippy cups — can be a tedious task, but the BPA-free OXO Tot Bottle & Cup Cleaning Set can at least ensure they’re as clean as they could possibly be. It comes with a bottle brush (and stand to keep it off the counter), plus a variety of smaller “detailing” tools to thoroughly clean straws, spouts, and more. The drying rack lets them air-dry completely and has an extra storage space — and the whole thing is dishwasher-safe to keep it sterile.
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Manufactured in France (as Sophie la Girafe) since 1961, this iconic teether has become a cult favorite. Made of 100% natural rubber and free of BPA, phthalates, latex, and lead, it’s lightweight and easy for babies to grip. Its “nibbly parts” (the horns, ears, and feet) provide relief for sore gums and stimulation during a time when babies are exploring the world mouth-first.
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The recently-unveiled Graco 4Ever DLX Grad 5-in-1 Car Seat is the newest addition to the brand’s trusted line of car seats. Engineered for ultimate safety by Graco’s ProtectPlus, the seat can be securely installed in less than one minute. It can be adapted five different ways for literally YEARS of use: from infant to age 12 (4 to 120 pounds) — so even though it’s one of the pricier new baby gifts, you’ll most definitely get your money’s worth. (A good option for the “group gifting” on an Amazon baby registry!)
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Perfect for pumping on-the-go, the Haakaa Manual Breast Pump is lightweight and portable, ideal for places where nursing parents need to express milk quietly and quickly. Using the power of natural suction, this convenient one-piece pump requires no electricity or assembly and is super-easy to clean.
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Give Baby the gift of peaceful sleep (and parents the gift of fewer interruptions at night!) with the wifi-enabled Hatch Rest+ Baby & Kids Sound Machine, which is something they’ll be able to use for years. Soothing sounds like rain, white noise, wind, and lullabies help lull babies into dreamland, and the gentle glow provides just enough light. It comes with a free trial of the Hatch Sleep Membership, which provides access to a curated library of bedtime stories, songs, and more.
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There’s no two ways about it: diapers (literally!) stink. Control odors with the bestselling Diaper Genie Complete Gift Set, which includes the diaper pail, eight bag refills, and a carbon filter for maximum odor absorption. Smells are locked into the Diaper Genie for an odor-free nursery and the refills are super-easy to change.
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Available in 15 different colors and patterns, the Bright Starts Portable Baby Bouncer Soothing Vibrations Infant Seat is an absolute lifesaver for new parents who just need a minute to take a shower or make dinner. This gently bouncing seat features vibrations to calm and comfort babies, and an activity bar with bright and colorful toys to keep them safely occupied.
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Available in seven different colorways, the Infantino Flip Advanced 4-in-1 Carrier is a #1 Amazon bestseller with over 60K nearly-perfect ratings. It’s suitable for babies from 8 to 32 pounds, and has an adjustable seat, shoulder straps, and waist belt for a comfortable fit. Baby can face inward or outward, or be carried on your back. Perfect for when you need to be hands-free but your baby doesn’t want to be put down!
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With the Baby Delight Beside Me Dreamer Bedside Bassinet, you can keep your baby as close as possible to you — safely! — all night long. Breathable mesh sides keep air flow optimum and anchors secure the bassinet. Adjustable to six different height positions, ensuring that it will be the perfect height for any adult bed. And it’s available in six neutral colors that will blend seamlessly with any decor.
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This 4-stage convertible baby tub from Fisher-Price has bath time covered for babies up to 25 pounds! Includes a removable soft mesh sling for bathing a newborn, a Sit-Me-Up insert to ensure that even unsteady sitters stay upright, and two water toys. It fits in most sinks and adult bathtubs, and has a hook for space-saving storage.
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This four-piece set of Aveeno essentials in a reusable wicker basket provides everything parents need to simultaneously soothe babies and get them squeaky clean. Hypoallergenic and tear-free, the set includes bottles of Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Bath & Wash, Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Wash & Shampoo, Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Lotion, and Aveeno Stress Relief Body Wash (because parents need bath time pampering too!).
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From trusted brand VTech comes the VM819 Video Baby Monitor: a way to keep an eye on your baby remotely with all the techy features you want in a baby monitor at a very nice price point. Best-in-class range and battery life, a crystal clear display for day or night, comforting lullabies and 2-way talk functionality, a temperature sensor, and a privacy guarantee make this nursery staple a standout.
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