Discover the best baby shower gifts that go beyond the registry. From thoughtful keepsakes to practical surprises, these off-list ideas are sure to delight new parents.
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Bathtime
Toys
Essentials
This swaddle was absolutely our saving grace, and I feel like most people don’t know about it so I always gift one. There’s no Velcro to stick on stuff in the wash, super easy to fold, and you can often get certain patterns on sale
Miracle Blanket Swaddle Wrap - Heather Gray
According to my purchase history we’ve gone through 800 of these, and I’m honestly surprised it’s not more. These will be essential, but most don’t know to ask for it!
The first thing my toddler could stack! Also use as bowls, and the dripping feature is fun. Great bath toy too!
Lovevery Drip Drop Cups - 12pc
Toys
Simple but mesmerizing! A fun iteration :)
The Original Toy Co. Pop Up Birthday Cake
Simple but endlessly amusing
The Original Toy Company Pop Up Fire Truck
I stand ten toes down for this towel. Suitable for a little one, but it still works for my four year old girl - unlike the other hooded towels, that are long gone. Quality is great after four years as well!
Little Unicorn Toddler Hooded Towel
Lightweight - similar to magnetiles but less bulky and don’t make a crashing sound when they fall on the floor. Start with the pack of just X’s.
Clixo Tiny & Mighty
Bitty baby is the perfect baby doll. Soft body, no hair to mess up, extra special if you can go to the store together and let them pick their own. Plus nostalgia for millennial moms 🫶
