A birth is always a major event that changes many people’s lives. When a little one enters our lives, they completely transform them and change them forever. Especially the proud parents, of course, but not only them: grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins, siblings, friends… The baby becomes the focus of attention, affection, and care for many people.
When we go to meet that new little person who’s going to make our hearts melt, it’s customary to bring a gift. But what kinds of baby gifts are most appropriate? How can we be sure to choose well?
In today’s post, we want to give you some can’t-miss ideas if you’re thinking about original and personal baby gifts—in other words, that perfect gift for Mom (who, deep down, is the one who’ll enjoy it most). Here’s our top 5 baby gifts!
1. Pacifier clip (+ cover).
This is one of the basics and essentials. Pacifiers have magical properties: they appear and disappear without you knowing how. They fall on the floor (or get thrown), get dirty, and disappear among the clothes in the stroller or crib… Nothing is better than a pacifier clip to make sure the little one always has their pacifier ready when needed! Plus, they’re very, very easy to make. You can click the following link to find out about the European safety regulations for pacifier clips or watch these incredibly simple tutorials for making fabric pacifier clips or grosgrain pacifier clips, where we take those regulations fully into account.
You can also order one from us, and we’ll make it to your liking.
2. Bibs and/or bandanas.
You certainly can’t go wrong with this gift either. Drool is parents’ new arch-enemy, and from now on it will be everywhere. It doesn’t matter if someone has already given the little one a bib: there are never enough! That said, you can make sure yours is the prettiest. How? By making it yourself or commissioning a personalized one from us. You can choose from several types: with Velcro, with elastic, with sleeves, waterproof, with bias tape… You decide which one you like best, and we’ll show you how to make it or create it for you.
3. Travel changing pad + Toiletry bag.
And what happens when the little one needs a diaper change away from home? This gift also takes into account a basic need that requires soft, waterproof coverage. Those are precisely the features of these changing pads. That way, parents can leave the little one dry and good as new in an emergency, wherever they are. The toiletry bag can hold diapers, wipes, creams, and even the changing pad itself… Everything needed for a quick pit stop!
4. Rompers and/or onesies.
Another gift that’s just as useful and practical as it is beautiful, and will undoubtedly make Mom fall in love. You can buy a regular basic onesie and personalize it yourself with this appliqué tutorial. Another option, if you’re comfortable with your sewing machine and patterns, is to make a romper yourself. You can also learn to make them as beautiful as the ones in the photograph in our creative sewing courses. If you don’t have the time or sewing isn’t your thing, just choose the style and fabric you like best and commission it from us.
5. Cuddly toys.
And the final spot in our top 5 goes to a gift that the little one will truly enjoy. At Lulú Ferris, we love making cuddly, soft, and completely baby-safe toys. We especially like the elephants, which we make with our favorite fabrics (take advantage of the fact that they’re on sale); we also make clouds with lots of love, stars for dreamers, and little horses for those in a hurry to start running… Soft companions to share a crib, stroller, nap, or whatever the little one likes best.
Can’t decide which one to choose? Don’t worry—we also have personalized baby gift packs, where we put together a little bit of everything for the greater joy and delight of the moms receiving the gifts. You can choose one that’s already made or commission one from us with whatever fabrics and components you want.
Would you like to give an extra-special gift? (For example, a teepee!) Then tell us what you have in mind, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can to let you know whether we can make it and give you an estimate.
Here’s to growing up happy!