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So-sweet picks to celebrate that bundle of joy.

Gifts for newborns aren’t like other presents you’d give a friend or family member. While equally thoughtful, they’re infinitely more precious, but with practicality to soothe and nurture infants in their beginning stages of life.

The most fun place to start for baby essentials is undoubtedly newborn clothes. Nothing’s cuter than teensy rompers, footies, and itty-bitty knits. Equally darling and cozy? Receiving blankets, hooded bath towels, and extras like hats and socks to keep babes toasty warm. Sleep essentials are doubly prime for newborns (and their parents)—think swaddles, sleep sacks, and calming sound machines to whoosh away noise during naps and late-night feedings. Developmental extras and accessories to combat fuss also make great gifts, from bouncers and loungers to carriers and cushy mats for tummy time. (Pro tip: check the baby registry to ensure parents haven’t already checked them off their list.)

Toys, books, and playsets are all top of the list for newborns deserving of sweet yet functional gifts for playtime and beyond. And don’t forget newborn-friendly beauty products—babies require ultra-gentle formulas to soothe their fragile skin, from bathing essentials to lotions, oils, and balms. Keep scrolling for an edit of stylish and practical gift ideas for newborns, from clothes to toys to oh-so darling gift sets.

The perfect neutral baby bundle for newborn photos.

Shoot for the stars during tummy time on this padded playmat by Pehr and bookmark this brand for the sweetest baby essentials, from clothing to accessories.

Keep that newborn toasty with a set of ultra-soft newborn caps.

Every newborn is deserving of luxe and gentle body care products. Even better is a set that comes with an adorable plush bunny.

This charming romper is made from all-natural, hypoallergenic 100% Peruvian Pima Cotton and gets softer with every wash.

An interactive toy made from plush fabric is soothing and productive for developing newborns.

The cutest insulated set for keeping winter babes cozy.

Every newborn needs a non-toxic pacifier—bonus points for sleek Danish design.

For minimal aesthetics, it doesn’t get better than Coyuchi’s assortment of blankets, like this so-soft, GOTS-Certified jersey design.

Keep newborns secure in this convertible swaddle bag that grows with them through early sleep stages.

You can never have too many breathable muslin blankets as a newborn parent—use them as swaddles, burp cloths, covers, or receiving blankets.

This so-soft bouncer is the coziest way to combat baby fuss.

More than adorable, this striped newborn set is crafted from organic cotton.

A gift for parents and babies, this Tencel wrap keeps little ones close and secure on the go.

You can’t beat a gift box with cozy and developmental presents for newborns. This one includes a teether, organic cotton swaddle, ball with rattle, animal alphabet cards by Wee Gallery, and a ribbed cotton footie by Honeybug.

A stylish way to keep pacifiers from flying. What’s more, Mushie is a cult-loved label for non-toxic and aesthetically pleasing baby essentials.

This sleepsuit has thousands of raves from newborn parents—“magic” is in the name for a reason.

Give the gift of handmade wool booties. In the accessory department, it doesn’t get cuter.

Any newborn parent will tell you how incredible these magnetic pajamas are for ease, especially during late-night changes.

Like newborn clothes, crib sheets should boast style and comfort.

The most elegant set for patrolling for baby burps and spills.

Think outside the classic baby book box with this sweet set by author Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illustrator Jen Corace, featuring Little Pea, Little Hoot, and Little Oink.

Newborn bathtime undoubtedly requires an adorable hooded towel.

Puff sleeves for newborns? Naturally. Don’t sleep on the matching dress for mommy-and-me moments.

A humidifier is a newborn must. This design by Canopy and Lalo comes in white, pink, green, or blue. And bonus: it’s dishwasher safe.

Leave it to luxury sleepwear designer Morgan Lane to design the cutest newborn onesie in classic shirting stripes. Don’t sleep on other whimsical styles from The Sleep Code’s incredibly stylish Little Ones edit.

Fact: You can never have too many newborn socks. But better if they're the kind that actually stay put on those tiny feet.

Feast your eyes on Lovevery’s beautiful stage-based playmat for babies developing their senses.

Halo’s award-winning sleepwear keeps newborns safe from loose blankets, like this three-way adjustable design that adjusts for various sleep styles.

Snuggle Me’s award-winning portable lounger, made from GOTS-certified organic cotton, keeps babies in place with a calming hugging sensation—a must around the house and for travel.

This beautiful collection of Montessori infant toys, designed by child development experts, promotes concentration, visual tracking, core development, grasp development, an early love of reading, and pre-crawling movements.

Kyte’s supersoft bamboo jammies are beloved by newborn parents for the attractive range of soft colors and easy zipper closure.

A white noise machine is vital to help newborns sleep. The Hatch+ takes things a step further, featuring a two-way audio monitor with a built-in alarm clock and nightlight.

To cover those baby girl diapers? Rylee & Cru’s too-cute bloomers.

Evereden’s baby bundle considers every newborn skincare need with this gift set, including ultra-gentle and non-toxic shampoo and body wash, lotion, massage oil, healing balm, and face cream.

Burp clothes might not seem like the most exciting newborn gift, but they’re utterly essential.

Finn + Emma’s newborn clothing is sweet as ever, but don’t overlook the precious toys, like this hand-knitted rattle in the shape of a deer.

The coziest pair of newborn joggers to pair with daytime bodysuits.

This woven basket is a beautiful addition to any nursery, whether as a changing station or for storing toys.

Simplify the newborn gifting process with this set of onesies, booties, and mittens.

Naturepedic’s rest pad is best in class for tummy time, changing, or naps on the go.

These BPA-free chewable teether toys encourage newborns to explore using all their senses.

Ergobaby carriers are top-tier for on-the-go moments. This innovative style, made from post-consumer recycled polyester, is designed for an ultra-lightweight, breathable, and secure fit for babes.

Kule’s modern stripes for newborns? Absolutely.

Warming bottles has never been easier, or chicer, on the go.

Paloroma’s bathtime essentials set, including ultra-gentle hair and body wash, lotion, and two cleansing bars, comes in a beautifully sleek keepsake box.

The limit does not exist on organic cotton striped basics.

A diversified book collection is a newborn reading priority. Gift a monthly, three-month, six-month, or 12-month subscription.

Splendid’s cloud-soft fabrics are what newborn clothing dreams are made of.

Yogasleep’s portable white noise machine is essential for soothing newborns during travel.

Some babies are born with more hair than others. Eventually, each one will benefit from a soft infant hairbrush.

This whimsical newborn gift set is embroidered by San Francisco-based artist LouLou Baker.

This online course is the answer for those wondering what to do with a newborn all day. Entertaining classes led by Lauren Vien, education director and author of Guide to Positive Language Strategies, are designed to play, learn, and connect on your own schedule, with supporting documents to stay on track.

Newborns grow fast. Once solid food is part of the equation, Lalo’s First Bites set has you covered.