Baby shower gifts: what expectant parents really need

What should you give as a baby shower gift?

The best baby shower gifts are things that parents will use daily during the first few weeks and that don't depend on the baby's size. These include muslin swaddles, security blankets, wash mitts, bibs, a changing table organizer, or a gift set consisting of several of these items. Clothing in size 50 is risky because no one knows how big the baby will be before birth. At Odenwälder BabyNest, you can get baby shower gifts directly from the manufacturer: We have been crafting sleeping bags and baby textiles in the Odenwald region for decades, and our clinical sleeping bags are used in maternity wards.

Baby shower gift ideas by price

As a guest, you usually spend between €15 and €50, or more if you are a close friend or godmother. Here is how to quickly find the right baby shower gift:

• Up to €15: Elephant security blanket (€8), triangular scarf with pacifier strap (from €7.99), Quaki, Oinkie, or Mähmäh wash mitt (€9.99 each), snuggle star (€11.99).
• Up to €25: Bathing Friends Bundle with two wash mitts (€15.99), terry cloth bath poncho (from €15.99), hooded bath towel (€18.99), waffle-weave security blanket (€19.99), baby bib 2-pack (€19.99), changing table organizer (€19.99).
• Up to €50: All-purpose Muslin Swaddle Bundle with four cloths (€29.99), Organic Cotton all-season sleeping bag in size 62/68 (€39.99), Cuddly Bed Bundle (€42.99), Organic Soft Bundle (€49.99), Baby Bag changing bag (€49.99).
• Up to €100: Terry cloth crawling blanket (€59.99), baby play mat (from €59.99), Changing Joy Bundle consisting of a changing mat and organizer (€83.99).

Baby shower gift for the mom

A baby shower celebrates the expectant mother, not just the baby. A gift for her is therefore just as appropriate: a gift voucher, with which she can choose the right size at her leisure after the birth, the Baby Bag changing bag for the hospital, or the baby bed hanging pocket (€24.99) that keeps everything within reach on the bedside crib. Many guests chip in together to give a larger set, for example, the Lambskin All-Rounder Bundle for the first winter in the stroller.

Giving as a group: Gift voucher or gift set

If several baby shower guests chip in, a gift voucher from €10 to €200 is the simplest solution. It arrives immediately via email, can be printed out, and placed in a card at the baby shower; it can be redeemed for any product in the shop. The second solution is our gift sets: pre-assembled bundles like the Sleep Comfort Bundle (from €45.99) or the Organic Soft Bundle, where the parts match and the price is lower than buying them individually.

Why buy baby shower gifts from the manufacturer?

Because parents receive what is otherwise sold in retail, at the manufacturer's price and with short supply chains. Baby shower gifts from us come from a single source: Odenwälder BabyNest is a family business from the Odenwald, our fabrics are tested according to OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and every order leaves the warehouse in 2 to 4 working days. We offer free shipping within Germany on orders over €100. If the baby has already arrived, you will find suitable gifts for the birth, and for the first visit during the postpartum period, small gifts for the birth under €20.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should you give at a baby shower if you don't know the baby yet?

Things without a size: security blanket, muslin swaddles, wash mitts, bibs, changing accessories, or a gift voucher. For sleeping bags, it is better to choose size 62/68, which fits from about the third month.

How much should you spend on a baby shower gift?

Guests usually give between €15 and €50. Close friends, godmothers, and family often chip in for a larger gift, for example, a bundle or a €100 gift voucher.

Will the gift arrive in time for the baby shower?

Orders leave our warehouse in 2 to 4 working days. The gift voucher arrives immediately via email and can be printed out.

Can I have the gift sent directly to the expectant mom?

Yes. Enter her address as the delivery address during the checkout process; the invoice will be sent to your address. If you want to hand it over yourself, have it delivered to your own address as usual.

Do you give a gift at the baby shower and another one at birth?

It is customary to give a gift at the baby shower and a small token of appreciation during the first visit after the birth.