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The best baby shower gifts are things parents will actually use, and some of the most useful ones cost less than £30. If the parents-to-be have a gift list, start there: it's the surest way to get it right.
Check the gift list first
If the parents have a NuaNest list, you'll see what's left and the best price for each item, and reserving it means nobody else buys the same thing.
Gifts that always get used
Sleepsuits and bodysuits in 3–6 months or bigger, so they last longer than the first few weeks.
Muslins, swaddles and sleeping bags, which parents get through by the dozen.
A first toy or book, something soft or high-contrast for the early months.
A little something for the parents
A gift for the parents themselves is always welcome: snacks for the hospital bag, a good water bottle, or something relaxing for after the birth.
Questions parents ask
How much should I spend on a baby shower gift?
There's no rule. Many guests spend £20–£40, and a thoughtful, useful gift matters more than the price.
Should I buy clothes in newborn size?
It's usually better to go a size up (3–6 months or more). Parents often receive lots of newborn clothes, and babies outgrow them quickly.
