101 Baby Shower Gift Ideas That Every Mom Wants

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I’m the kind of person that likes to go all out on gifts, especially baby shower gifts…because babies are just so fun to shop for! Although, shopping for baby items can be stressful, and expensive. So I’ve created this list of 101 Baby Shower Gift Ideas that will fit into anyone’s budget! I’ve included links to the products I suggest.

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Baby Shower Gift Ideas for Every Kind of Mom!

  1. Diapers- You can NEVER have enough diapers 
  1. Wipes/Travel Wipe Case
  2. Gift Cards- Food places, Babies R Us, Target, Walmart, etc.
  3. Medicine Kit For new moms especially. There’s nothing worse than taking a late night trip to the store because the baby’s sick. This kit has everything you’ll need!
  4. Diaper Rash Cream- I’ve tried many kinds, so far my favorite is the Aquaphor Ointment, not the cream! The Ointment.
  5. Small Hangers
  6. Closet Organizers- I’ve seen some cute dividers, and I’ve seen some pretty nice entire sets for a good price
  7. Baby Books- My favorite is Oh The Places You’ll Go, By Dr. Suess, Mom & Dad can read it to the baby as they grow up, and give it as a send-off gift for graduation, or a birthday, with a sweet message inside. 
  8. Baby clothes- Baby clothes can be expensive, so when a mom has to buy a lot of them it starts to add up, that’s why baby clothes are such a nice gift to receive
  9. Sleepers/Gowns these come in so handy for the first month, they are a must
  10. Swaddles- The Woombie has a lot of great reviews, although I prefer this style, it’s cheaper too
  11. Mobile
  12. Pacifiers- My baby always preferred the NUK brand
  13. Pacifier Clips- Some people think these aren’t necessary. I, on the other hand, would consider this a definite need! Plus, they come in some pretty cute designs
  14. Wipe Warmer
  15. Bath Caddy I wish I would’ve had this! Makes bathing look so much more comfortable
  16. Baby Bath
  17. Bath Toys
  18. Baby Towels/Wash Cloths
  19. Baby Shampoo, Body Wash, Lotion
  20. Bath Thermometer
  21. Blankets
  22. Socks- I went through so, so many socks. You can never have enough! It’s a WAY better deal to buy them online
  23. Mittens- Great for newborns, so they can’t scratch themselves
  24. Teething Toys- People swear by these Amber Teething Necklaces, they’re a little pricey, but when it comes to a baby screaming in pain, you’ll pay just about anything to make them feel better. 
  25. Educational Toys
  26. Burp Rags
  27. Bib with Teething Corner
  28. Bumbo
  29. Boppy Pillow
  30. Johnny Jumper
  31. Walker
  32. Bouncer
  33. Swing
  34. Small stroller- people often buy the stroller that goes along with their car seat, and later buy the smaller, more portable one
  35. Stroller storage This looks awesome! I’m ordering it for myself
  36. Sassy Seat/Portable High Chair- Out of all that I’ve looked into, this one is by far my favorite. It’s affordable, you can hook it to the table or the countertop, or you can place in it a chair as to turn it into a high chair, and it comes with an attachable tray! 
  37. Bibby Mat- Even with a regular bib, children always get food in their lap, that’s why this Bibby Mat is such a great invention
  38. Baby Dishes-Bowls, Spoons, Reusable Squeeze Pouches those applesauce pouches are so expensive! We use the refillable pouches and ave ourselves a lot on those alone! They’re great for yogurt and baby food too. 
  39. Diaper Genie/Refills
  40. Diaper Bag
  41. Mommy and Me Outfits
  42. Gift Certificate for a newborn/family photo shoot
  43. Baby Accessories-Hairbows, Headbands, Hairbands
  44. Accessory Organizer
  45. Closet Organizing Rings
  46. Age stickers for progress photos- This set is super cute, gender neutral, and includes milestone stickers!
  47. Portable hand sanitizer for Diaper Bag
  48. Baby Carrier- Some prefer the Wrap around style, and some prefer the front/backpack style
  49. Piggy Bank for Baby
  50. A Lovey/Security Blanket
  51. Baby Gate
  52. Baby safety tools- Outlet Covers, Cupboard Locks, Corner Covers, Crib Rail Protector
  53. Mirror for the Car
  54. Essential Oil Diffuser/Oils
  55. Humidifier
  56. Baby First Aid Kit- Usually includes Nail Clippers, Brush, Comb, Thermometer, Nose Sucker, etc. This kit is a killer good deal!
  57. Thermometer- I suggest getting a separate thermometer than what comes in the kit, a temporal one or one that goes in the ear, they are fast and accurate.
  58. Baby Monitor- I have one that has a camera, it’s a life saver
  59. Nightlights- for the Nursery
  60. Scentsy/Wax Burner- The house will often smell like poop and vomit, this is a must
  61. Carseat Cover- I like this style, they double as a nursing cover and can be worn as a scarf
  62. Nontoxic Cleaning Products
  63. Baby Laundry Basket
  64. Rocking Chair
  65. Playmat- My daughter loved this style
  66. Baby Shusher Yes, it’s a machine that goes shh shh shh, to put your baby back to sleep
  67. Cloth Diapers- For the seriously awesome moms that want to try it out
  68. Baby Blender
  69. Baby Safe Sunscreen + Bug Spray

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Gifts for Moms Who Love to Travel

mom and baby packing to travel

  1. Portable booster seat/high chair
  2. Pack ‘n’ Play
  3. Traveling Crib- More portable than a pack n play, I wish I would’ve had one of these
  4. Water Bottle Attachment turns any water bottle into a baby bottle
  5. Back of Seat Organizer for the Car- this one is awesome! It even has a pocket that’s insulated to keep things cold!

Gifts for the Crafty Mom

mom crafting

  1. Cute Picture Frames
  2. DIY Growth Chart Kit
  3. Nursery Decor
  4. Scrapbook/Baby Book
  5. Diaper Cake
  6. Gift Basket- With a mixture of baby items–>maybe themed; bath stuff, nursing stuff, etc

Gifts for the Moms Who Plan to Nurse

mom nursing her baby

  1. Nursing Covers- I loved this style because it never fell off, but a lot of people prefer the ones that double as a carseat cover
  2. Nursing Pads
  3. Nipple Butter- I didn’t realize how much I would need this until I started nursing, I would’ve died without it
  4. Nursing Tank Tops
  5. Breast Milk Storage Bags
  6. Recipe Books- Including good things to eat to help with milk production

Gifts for Moms Who Plan to Formula/Bottle Feed

mom feeding her baby

  1. Bottles- My baby preferred NUK bottles over any other
  2. Formula/Sample Packs- Then Mom can decide which one her baby does best on
  3. Bottle Warmer

Baby Shower Gifts Just for Mom

pregnant

  1. Hospital Care Kit- Hair Ties, Night Gown, Chapstick, Lotion, Fuzzy Socks, Treat for Mom & Dad
  2. Freezer Meals- for after the baby comes when Mom doesn’t feel like cooking
  3. Massage Gift Certificate- I got this at my baby shower, one of my favorite gifts
  4. Bottle of Wine
  5. Alcohol Test Strips- for nursing Moms who also want to drink their bottle of wine
  6. Personalized jewelry- something about being a mom
  7. Skin Firming Lotion/Stretch Mark Cream- I used the ItWorks stretch mark cream and it actually worked very well, I am not a distributor, so I don’t have a biased opinion (;
  8. After Baby Waist Training Wrap– there is a hormone that is released in your body for up to 8 weeks after you have a baby, the waist trainer works with the hormone to pull your hips and pelvis back to their pre-baby place. Shrinkx Hips is a popular brand as well. 
  9. Bath Bombs
  10. Books- My favorite is the No Cry Sleep Solution, so many moms swear by it
  11. Water Bottle

I hope you found this list of Baby Shower Gift Ideas helpful!

Be sure to check out these related parenting articles:

The Ultimate List of Baby Registry Items

What to Pack In A Hospital Bag – And What Not To!

Surviving the First Few Weeks With A Newborn

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Kayla is the content creator over at motviationformom.com. She is a wife and mother who loves to share all of the tips, tricks, and life lessons that she has learned over the years with all of her readers. Her primary focus is on children’s education, motherhood, and healthy family relationships!


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