25 lovely and original new baby gift ideas

Has a baby just been born? Then of course you don't want to turn up empty-handed when you visit. But what do you give as a new baby gift? A present for a newborn should be lovely, of course, but ideally you want to give something that both baby and parents will really use.

From a soft swaddle blanket and wool baby blanket to a practical gift for on the go: there are so many options. That's why we've gathered our favourite new baby gift ideas for you. For a boy, a girl, a first baby, a second baby and, of course, for parents who you think already have everything.

What makes a good new baby gift?

As far as we're concerned, a good new baby gift is one that's both beautiful and practical. Something parents might not have bought themselves yet, but that they'll get lots of use out of in those first months with their baby.

Especially with a first baby, parents often receive a huge number of baby gifts. Nappies, cuddly toys and clothes are always welcome, of course, but a gift that gets used again every single day is often extra special.

That's why at Kico Label we love soft baby essentials made from 100% merino wool. Think of a baby blanket, swaddle blanket, romper, booties, fitted sheet or underlay. Products that aren't just lovely to give, but genuinely become part of everyday life with a little one.

1. A merino wool baby swaddle blanket

A swaddle blanket is one of those gifts parents are often thrilled with. You use a swaddle blanket to give your baby a warm, secure feeling during quiet moments, cuddles, feeds or when you're out and about.

A merino wool baby swaddle blanket is soft and breathable, and helps regulate your little one's body temperature naturally. Some versions have openings for the Maxi-Cosi, so you can use the blanket on the go too.

A lovely new baby gift idea for a newborn, a first baby or parents who like practical baby products.

2. A soft wool romper

A baby romper is a classic new baby gift, but that certainly doesn't make it any less lovely. A soft romper is comfortable, practical and often worn a lot in the first few months.

A merino wool romper is also a great choice. Merino wool is naturally breathable and temperature-regulating, and feels soft against delicate baby skin.

Want to give a new baby gift for a boy, or a gift for a girl? With a beautiful, neutral colour you really can't go wrong. And because the colours are timeless, the romper can later be passed on to a younger sibling.

3. A wool baby blanket

A baby blanket is a gift that can be used in so many ways. In the crib, during a nap, in the pram, on the go or snuggled up together on the sofa: a soft blanket always comes in handy.

A merino wool baby blanket is suitable for every season. The natural properties of merino wool help regulate warmth and moisture, so wool can be comfortable in both colder and warmer months.

That makes a blanket not only a lovely gift for a birth, but also one that parents and baby can enjoy for a long time.

4. Wool booties for a newborn

Tiny feet deserve a warm pair of booties, of course. Wool baby booties are a sweet and practical new baby gift and go with any newborn wardrobe.

Our merino wool booties are lovely to give on their own, but also work well as part of a larger new baby gift set. Pair them with a baby blanket or swaddle blanket, for example.

5. A wool underlay for the pram

A gift doesn't have to be big to be incredibly practical. A wool underlay for the pram or carrycot is a great example.

The underlay gives your little one a soft base when you're out and about. Merino wool is breathable and temperature-regulating, which makes it lovely to use in the pram or carrycot.

This is a particularly nice new baby gift idea for parents who already have lots of the standard baby products.

6. A merino wool playpen mat

Want to give something a little bigger? Then a playpen mat makes a lovely gift for a new arrival.

A playpen mat gives your baby a soft place to lie and play. The best part is that you don't only use it in the playpen. Once the playpen is no longer needed, the mat can be used as a play mat on the floor.

That makes a merino wool playpen mat a practical gift a family can enjoy for a long time.

7. A baby blanket for on the go

A finely knitted baby blanket is one of those baby gifts that always comes in handy. A little blanket goes along in the pram, the car, the changing bag or simply on a visit to Grandma and Grandad.

Choose a compact size for a newborn, for example, or a larger version your little one can enjoy for longer. A beautiful blanket is also a lasting birth gift that won't disappear into a cupboard after a few weeks.

8. A merino wool nursing pillow cover

Looking for a gift for both mum and baby? A soft nursing pillow cover is a lovely option.

A merino wool nursing pillow cover gives an existing nursing pillow a soft, comfortable layer. That way you're not only giving something lovely for the baby, but also something mum will really appreciate during feeds.

That makes it a thoughtful new baby gift for mum and baby in one.

9. A changing mat cover

A changing mat gets used an awful lot in the first few months. A beautiful changing mat cover is therefore a practical new baby gift that parents will use every day.

A merino wool cover adds a soft layer to the changing mat and fits beautifully into a calm, natural nursery. Precisely because it isn't the most obvious choice, it makes a lovely original new baby gift.

10. A wool fitted sheet

A fitted sheet might not be the first thing you think of for an original new baby gift, but that's exactly why it's such a good choice.

Parents need fitted sheets, and a soft wool fitted sheet is something they might not pick out for themselves straight away. At Kico Label you'll find various sizes for the crib, co-sleeper, pram, cot and toddler bed, among others.

A practical gift that still feels special.

11. A small baby gift

A small new baby gift doesn't have to be any less special. Sometimes a small, soft item is exactly the right thing to give.

Think of wool booties or a comforter cloth, for example. You can also pair a small gift like this with a card or a treat for the parents.

That way, a few small items easily make a personal gift.

12. A wool footmuff for the Maxi-Cosi

For a baby born in the colder months, a wool footmuff is a wonderful gift for on the go.

A footmuff for the Maxi-Cosi is designed to keep your little one comfortable on car journeys and is suitable for use with a 3-point harness. Thanks to the natural properties of merino wool, a wool footmuff isn't just cosy in winter, but also breathable when it gets warmer.

A slightly bigger new baby gift, but one parents can start using straight away.

13. A swaddle blanket with feet and a hood

Another lovely gift for a newborn: a swaddle blanket with feet and a hood.

The combination of a soft merino wool blanket, feet and a hood gives your baby a wonderfully snug, secure feeling. The swaddle blanket is perfect for quiet moments at home, during feeds and on the go.

A beautiful new baby gift that combines comfort with practicality.

14. Put together your own new baby gift set

Can't decide on just one gift? Then put together your own small new baby gift set.

Pair a baby romper with wool booties, for example, a swaddle blanket with a comforter cloth, or a baby blanket with a pair of soft booties.

By combining different products, you can easily create a personal gift. Choose several items in the same natural colour, for instance, so the gift feels like a set.

15. A new baby gift for a boy

A new baby gift for a boy doesn't have to be blue at all. Natural colours such as beige and natural are beautiful, timeless and easy to combine.

Think of a wool romper, baby blanket, swaddle blanket or booties. A neutral gift can also be used again later if another little one comes along.

Fancy a touch of colour? A knitted blanket in a soft shade of blue is, of course, a lovely choice too.

16. A new baby gift for a girl

For a new baby gift for a girl, you don't have to go for pink either. A soft wool blanket, romper or pair of booties in a natural colour is timeless and suits almost any nursery.

Would you like to add a touch of colour? Then choose a soft pink blanket.

17. A new baby gift for a second baby

With a second baby, parents often already have many of the big baby products at home. That can make finding a gift for a second baby a little trickier.

In that case, go for something that gets used again and again, but that parents can never have too much of. An extra baby blanket, a pair of soft booties, a new romper or a practical underlay are all good choices.

A gift specially for the baby, rather than yet another item for the nursery, also feels personal with a second child.

18. A gift for visiting a new baby

Off to meet a new baby soon? Then a small, beautiful gift is often just right.

You really don't need to arrive with an enormous hamper. A pair of wool booties, a comforter cloth or a soft baby blanket can make a really lovely gift when visiting a new baby.

Want to give something a bit more substantial? Then combine two or three small items into a personal little set.

19. An original new baby gift that parents actually use

One of the best ways to choose an original new baby gift is to give something parents use every day.

So think beyond toys and cuddly toys. A fitted sheet, underlay, blanket or swaddle blanket might sound less obvious, but these are exactly the kinds of products that get used constantly in the first few months.

That way you give a gift that's not only fun to unwrap, but also earns a real place in everyday life.

20. A lasting gift for a birth

Some gifts disappear into a cupboard after a few months. Others grow with the family, as it were.

A beautiful wool blanket is one of those lasting birth gifts. A baby blanket can be used during naps, on the go, for cuddles and later as a throw on the sofa.

Choose a timeless colour and you have a gift a family can enjoy for years.

21. A personal new baby gift

A personal new baby gift doesn't always have to be personalised with a name.

You can also make a gift personal by deliberately choosing something that suits the parents. Expecting a real outdoorsy baby? Then choose something for on the go. Creating a natural nursery? Go for a wool blanket. Already got plenty of clothes? Then choose a practical item that's still missing from their list.

It's exactly that thought that makes a gift personal.

22. A baby gift for parents who have everything

Know parents who, as far as you can tell, really do have everything? Then choose something they might not know yet.

For many new parents, merino wool is a wonderful discovery. A baby gift such as a wool fitted sheet, underlay or swaddle blanket lets them experience for themselves why so many parents are fans of wool.

So it doesn't have to be anything big or extraordinary. Sometimes the difference lies in the material and the quality.

23. A lovely new baby gift on a small budget

A lovely new baby gift doesn't have to be big or expensive. Even on a smaller budget, you can give something beautiful.

Think of wool booties, a comforter cloth or a small baby accessory. You could combine this with a card or flowers for the parents.

A small gift chosen with care often feels far more personal than a big gift grabbed off the shelf.

24. A new baby gift for mum and baby

After the birth, everything naturally revolves around the baby, but a little extra attention is lovely for mum too.

So choose a gift they can use together. A soft nursing pillow cover, for example, is practical for mum and comfortable during moments with the baby. Or choose a beautiful blanket that can be used during feeds and cuddles.

That way you give a new baby gift for mum and baby in one.

25. A baby gift card

Really unsure about the right size, colour or what the parents already have? Then our digital baby gift card is a safe choice.

With a baby gift card, the parents can choose something themselves that suits their baby and their wishes. It might be less of a surprise than a wrapped present, but it does mean you won't give something that's already in the cupboard.

What's a good new baby gift if you don't know what to choose?

Still not sure? Then start by looking at what the parents are likely to use most.

For a newborn, a swaddle blanket, romper, booties or baby blanket are lovely choices. Want to give something practical? Then go for a fitted sheet, underlay or changing mat cover. Looking for a slightly bigger gift? Then a playpen mat or wool footmuff are great options.

A new baby gift doesn't have to be big or expensive to be special. In the end, the nicest gift is one that's been chosen with care and suits the family.

Why merino wool makes a lovely gift for a baby

Merino wool is a natural type of wool known for its soft, breathable and temperature-regulating properties. That makes it particularly well suited to products used close to your baby.

At Kico Label we make a range of baby essentials from 100% merino wool. From clothing and swaddle blankets to fitted sheets, underlays and blankets. The products are carefully made in Europe and designed to last.

So you're not just giving any baby gift, but a soft and practical item that parents and baby will really use.

Discover our merino wool baby gifts

Looking for a beautiful new baby gift? At Kico Label you'll find soft baby essentials made from 100% merino wool that are lovely to give and wonderful to use every day.

From a small new baby gift to a complete new baby gift set: choose something that suits the baby, the parents and the moment.

Discover our collection of baby gifts and find your favourite new baby gift.