Christmas birth gifts: our ideas by budget

Has a baby joined your family or your friends’ family this year? Then this Christmas is bound to be a little special! But what to give them? Between toys they won’t be able to use for months and clothes in the wrong size, it’s easy to get it wrong. That’s why I’ve gathered our gift ideas here, useful right now and sorted by budget. That way, you’re sure to find the gift that will delight baby… and their parents!

Before you choose: 3 tips from a dad

Think practical. New parents often receive lots of soft toys and playthings. Practical clothes, bedding or everyday accessories, on the other hand, are always welcome.

Get the size and season right. Babies grow very fast! So for clothing, go for a size above their age. And in the depths of winter, choose warm fabrics such as velour.

Choose soft fabrics for their skin. A baby’s skin is delicate. Organic cotton, free from harmful substances, is therefore a reassuring choice.

To avoid any blunders, also read our article The worst birth gifts.

Under €20: little gestures

Perfect for a gift between colleagues or to go with another present:

a knitted baby hat in organic cotton, from €9.99;
a bib, from €6.89, or a muslin square, from €7.99;
a bodysuit in organic cotton, from €14.99;
the Keptin comforter, from €17.99;
a baby wrap cardigan in organic cotton, from €19.99.

€20 to €50: useful everyday gifts

This is the most common budget, and there are some really lovely things:

a baby velour sleepsuit, from €29.99, lovely and warm for winter;
a hooded towel, from €39.99, with its hood to keep baby’s head warm after bathtime;
the organic cotton knitted set, from €39.99: hat, wrap cardigan, mittens and booties;
a night light by A Little Lovely Company, from €24.99, very handy at night;
and the great classic: a winter velour baby sleeping bag TOG 2.5, from €49.99.

Handy tip: for the wrapping, our gift case, hand-woven from palm leaves, always makes an impression under the tree (from €24.99, sold empty).

€50 to €100: ready-made packs

Premiers Moments My First Outfit gift pouch in organic cotton — The My First Outfit pack · View product

Want to give a complete gift without overthinking it? That’s what our packs are for:

the My First Outfit pack, from €89: a bodysuit, a sleepsuit, a going-home outfit (wrap cardigan, booties, mittens and hat) and a newborn hat, in organic cotton;
the My First Sleeps pack, from €84.90: a baby sleeping bag, a comforter, two pacifiers, a pacifier clip and a night light;
an XL nursing pillow, from €74.99, made by Coupey: a real treat for mum!

Over €100: the big gifts

For a joint gift, from several loved ones or the whole family:

our baby Moses basket with mattress, from €122.49, hand-woven from palm leaves, with its lining in GOTS-certified organic cotton fabric;
a complete newborn essentials set, to kit baby out from head to toe.

Really not sure what to choose?

Go for the Premiers Moments gift card. You choose the amount, add a little message, and the parents receive it instantly by email. It is valid for one year, across the whole site, in one or several purchases. So it’s the ideal solution for a last-minute gift… and the parents choose exactly what they need.

For more ideas, also read Which birth gift to choose for a loved one’s baby?.

Your questions about birth gifts

What is the average budget for a birth gift?

There’s no rule! It all depends on your relationship with the family. A small, useful gift is always appreciated, whatever its price.

Can you give a comforter to a newborn?

Yes, it’s a lovely gift. However, remind the parents not to leave it in the cot while baby sleeps during the first months: the Assurance Maladie (French national health insurance) recommends leaving no soft objects in baby’s cot.

What size should you give for a baby born this year?

Choose a size above their current age, taking their weight and height into account. Our size guide will help you choose.

And good news: delivery is free on orders over €49 in mainland France.

Dylan
Proud dad of three little ones and founder of Premiers Moments. Together with the whole team, I share our parenting tips here to support you, from pregnancy through your child's first years.