What to give for the birth of a child: 15 cool ideas

1. Baby monitor

The video baby monitor will allow young parents to move away from the newborn at a decent distance and at the same time stay in the know about his activities. And also - to react quickly if their personal presence is suddenly needed. A gadget usually consists of two devices: a camera, which is installed near the child, and a parental screen to keep track of what is happening.

Often the device has two-way audio communication, thanks to which it will be possible to calm the baby without going up to him. Many models also include temperature sensors for creating an optimal microclimate in the nursery, pre-installed lullabies, feeding reminders and other useful features.

What to buy

• Video baby monitor with parent unit, camera, climate sensors and smart watch from Samsung, 26 490 rubles →
• Video baby monitor with parental unit and camera from AngelEye, 5 980 rubles →
• Video baby monitor with parent unit and camera from Motorola, 6 460 rubles →

2. Backpack

A comfortable, roomy backpack will never be superfluous. But as a gift for the birth of a child, it is worth considering a model specially created for parents. Its main difference lies in the increased internal volume and the presence of a mass of pockets, compartments and elastic bands.

In a similar backpack you can easily place diapers, diapers, bottles, toys, change of clothes, wet wipes and other items. In short, take with you everything you may need while walking or hiking somewhere. Some models also have thermowells for transporting food and drinks, attachments to a stroller and other chips.

The accessory has wide, breathable straps that are adjustable in length. They will not cut into the skin and will help to distribute the load evenly.

What to buy

• Backpack with attachment to the stroller from Forest kids, 1 350 rubles →
• Backpack with thermowell for food and drinks from Kinderkraft, 4,000 rubles →
• Backpack with AliExpress, 1 298 rubles →

3. Mobile

A mobile is a pendant with toys of different shapes, colors and sizes. It is attached above the crib, stroller and any other place for the baby to rest. Some models are equipped with musical accompaniment and a special mechanism that automatically rotates attached objects.

The toys are spinning music sounds - and it helps to entertain the child. Thanks to this, he will calmly lie in the crib for at least half an hour. And he will also be able to touch and examine multi-colored pendants: to know the world through touch, to train vision, hearing and muscle tone.

What to buy

• Musical mobile with soft toys from Mothercare, 2 999 rubles →
• A mobile with a rotation mechanism, light and sound effects from Infantino, 4 406 rubles →
• Musical mobile with a rotation mechanism from Heng Run Toys, 777 rubles →

4. Children's tableware

When choosing a gift, be guided by when the items will be used. If you want new parents to immediately appreciate the benefits of the presentation, pay attention to the various bottles with measuring spoons.

If the option for growth is allowed, take a closer look at the sets consisting of non-spill plates and spoons. They are made of safe materials, are attached to the table with suction cups and help to feed the child without fear that he will knock over the plate and stain everything around.

What to buy

• A set of a sippy cup, sippy plate, cutlery and a bib from Mothercare, 5 190 rubles →
• A set of bottles and nipples on the mount from Canpol Babies, 946 rubles →
• A set of sippy plates, lids and spoons from Mum & Baby, 511 rubles →
• A set of two plates, a glass and cutlery for older children from "Kroshka Ya", 722 rubles →

5. Jewelry box or photo album

A box for storing milk teeth, the first lock of hair and a tag from the hospital can be safely given to sentimental parents. If you are sure that the couple wants to keep in memory as many significant moments as possible until the child grows up, then it is better not to come up with an option.

It can be just a beautiful box or a specialized model, which has compartments for each tooth. Or even a full-length album. There are just suitable options on sale, in which, in addition to cells for photographs, caskets and envelopes for storing everything important, space for recording the first achievements, stadiometer and other cool additions.

What to buy

• A set of frames for photos and casts for the hands and feet of a child from the "Tenth Kingdom", 990 rubles →
• Album with a place for recording and storing teeth and hair “My first year. Album about how I grow "from the publishing house" Eksmo ", 959 rubles →
• Music box for storing milk teeth, 781 rubles →

6. Books

The main rule when choosing a book is to remember that it is intended for the child, and not for his parents. And children are more interested in watching big colorful pictures and listening to the voice of dad or mom, regardless of what fairy tales and stories they read.

Also, look at early development books. Usually, these are pleasant to the touch products with soft covers, voluminous illustrations, bows, clasps and other eye-catching elements. Classes with such publications will help develop fine motor skills and tactile perception.

What to buy

• The book "For the little ones", K. Chukovsky, from the publishing house "Rosmen", 545 rubles →
• Book "Bedtime Stories for Kids" from the publishing house "Prof-Press", 367 rubles →
• The book “Encyclopedia of Good Deeds. Fairy tales for kids ", K. Ulyeva, from the publishing house "Phoenix-Premier", 462 rubles →

7. Busyboard

The main task of the business board is to provide the child with safe and interesting things for independent research. For example, latches, large beads, laces, felt appliques, gears and other items. They can be touched, rotated, closed and opened - in general, you can do whatever you want.

Busyboard can be made in the form of a board, an animal or even a house with a lot of interesting things to study.

What to buy

• Business board in the form of a house from EvoToys, 2 190 rubles →
• Business board from AliceToys, 1,090 rubles →
• Business board in the form of a bear with backlight, 3 390 rubles →

8. Developing mat

Another useful gift that will help develop motor skills, perseverance, thinking, and also have a beneficial effect on physical maturation.

For small children, models with soft sides that limit the space for games are more suitable. It is good if the kit also includes removable arches for hanging toys.

When choosing a gift for growth, it is worth considering models with lighting, music and other options.

What to buy

• Developing rug with sound effects and hanging toys, 3 290 rubles → 
• Developing rug with pillows, hanging toys and balls from Kinderkraft, 4 900 rubles →
• Developing rug with hanging toys and light and sound effects from Tiny Love, 4 277 rubles →

9. Rocking chair

Swing or chaise longue, rocking chair - this item has many names, but the essence is the same. The classic model is a baby cradle. The modern one is already supplemented by a motor, the vibration of which helps to rock and calm the newborn while parents doing other things.

Also on sale you can find options with a spring mechanism. It comes into action from the movements of the child and helps him to have fun even in the absence of adults.

What to buy

• Mechanical rocking chair from Good Luck, 3 100 rubles →
• Rocking chair with vibration, toys, melodies from Chicco, 11 999 rubles → 
• Mechanical rocking chair with toys from Pitosu, 3,570 rubles →

10. Blanket

The main criterion when choosing a blanket as a gift for the birth of a child is the environmental friendliness of materials. For the summer, it is worth picking up products made of linen, fleece or flannel fabric. Winter options can be made from natural alpaca, llama or sheep wool, as well as cashmere.

What to buy

• Children's cotton blanket with protection against ticks and stains from La Redoute, 4 479 rubles →
• Knitted baby blanket with a pigtail pattern from Amarobaby, 1 193 rubles →
• Children's cotton blanket from "Sleepy Gnome", 1,000 rubles →

11. Baby care set

These kits include the tools you need to take good care of your newborn. Basic kits include safety scissors, a soft-bristled comb and a silicone fingertip for massaging gums and further cleaning baby teeth.

In addition, you can find extended kits, complete with a pipette, a non-contact thermometer, a water thermometer, a nose aspirator and ear cleaners. As a nice bonus - a handy storage bag.

What to buy

• A set of five items from Bebe confort, 2 350 rubles →
• A set of ten items, 1 399 rubles →
• A set of five items from Mothercare, 749 rubles →

12. Bathing set

To choose one thing, you have to suffer. There are kits on sale that include a wide variety of accessories. For example, trays, suction cup slides and buckets with colorful patterns. You can also find bathing kits, consisting of bathrobes, highly absorbent towels and special sponges-gloves.

If you try, you will be able to find universal options, in which there is both a bath and a blanket, which will come in handy after water procedures. Rubber toys, special circles under the head or pillows will also be appropriate.

What to buy

• A set of a bathroom, a slide and a ladle from "Alternative", 1 442 rubles →
• A set of towels with a hood and gloves from Mothercare, 1 699 rubles →
• A set of a boat for swimming and toys Little Bessn, 449 rubles →

13. Cocoon

A positioner roller, cocoon or nest - these are sleeping places with low soft sides. They are designed to support the infant and ensure correct posture and safety during sleep. With such an accessory, parents do not have to worry: child definitely won't turn over and fall.

What to buy

• Positioner roller for lateral support with buckwheat husk from Amarobaby, 618 rubles →
• Positioning pillow from Amarobaby, 1 130 rubles →
• Cocoon mattress from Baby Nice, 5 199 rubles →

14. Fitball

Fitball is useful for gymnastics with children from one month of age. The child can be placed on its stomach or back, wiggled, rolled back and forth and from side to side. Simple exercises will help improve blood circulation, develop the vestibular apparatus, train muscles to work and will be of great help in the formation of motor skills.

What to buy

• Fitball with a pump from Bradex, 830 rubles →
• Semi-massage fitball from Bradex, 747 rubles →
• Fitball with horns from "BLIN-da-GRIF", 550 rubles →

15. Gift card

You should not take such a card as a gift for show and unwillingness to look for other ideas to please young parents. A certificate for a children's goods store is a real lifesaver that will help to provide a family with any necessary items. For example, diapers.

The thing is necessary, but as a gift, diapers are unlikely to look appropriate. In addition, they are expensive and consumed very quickly. Thanks to the gift card, parents will be able to significantly replenish their stocks and will definitely be grateful to you.

What to buy

• Gift card from the store "Obstetrics", from 500 rubles →
• Gift card from the store "Daughters-son", from 300 rubles →
• Gift card from Mothercare store, from 500 rubles →

Please note: prices are valid at the time of publication of the article. Stores can update the cost of goods throughout the day.