Who hasn't been there? You want a gift and you go through the children's or baby departments in department stores or online shops and the selection is simply overwhelming. This often overwhelms you and a certain uncertainty creeps in. Especially if you don't have any children yourself and don't want to make a mistake or give a gift. But without personal experience in dealing with babies or children, it is often difficult to choose the perfect gift for the special occasion.
What do I need to consider?
- Consider the interests of the parents
Even if it is a gift for the child, it can be helpful to consider the parents' interests and preferences. Parents often have a certain style or a particular preference for products or brands. A gift that matches their preferences will certainly be appreciated and shows that you have put some thought into it. You should like it too, but don't forget that the parents have to see the gift every day ;-).
- Neutral gifts
Nowadays, the typical gender colors, i.e. pink for a girl and blue for a boy, are no longer so popular (girls can wear blue and vice versa). Not only gender-neutral gifts, but also pattern-neutral gifts are very popular these days. The colors beige, brown, green and shades of white are particularly popular.
- Practical gifts
Practical gifts are always a safe choice. Products such as baby blankets, teething rings or rompers (which are also "nappy-friendly") are always needed and are therefore certainly a sensible and practical gift idea.
- Consider the child’s age
Another important aspect when choosing the right gift is the age of the child. There are products that are only suitable for newborns, older babies or children and it is important to take the age information shown in the product description into account.
- Concrete gift ideas
Here are some specific gift ideas that we have always found to be a hit in our own experience:
- Utensils for eating; drinking
Even if it will be a while before the newborn can eat porridge or solid food for the first time, practical and attractive utensils for eating and drinking are a joy not only for the child, but also for the parents. The best ones are made of silicone, as they do not break if dropped - and they also do not make any noise.
Available in different colors. In our shop you will find a large selection of practical utensils as gifts, as well as ready-made gift boxes. To start with, our fruit suckers "Bite Delight" are a must-have!
- Baby Blankets / Nooshies - Muslin Swaddles
You can never go wrong with a stylish baby blanket or a nooshie. This loving gesture, which can also symbolize warmth, security and affection, is not only a functional gift, but often has an emotional meaning for children later on. With the perfect baby blanket, a warm and cozy environment can be created that can calm the baby.
- toy
The selection of toys seems endless. Educational toys, role-playing toys, and Montessori and Waldorf toys are particularly popular at the moment. Kitchen utensils, for example, never go out of fashion. Tips for choosing:
- Always consider the age of all children living in the household. If there are babies, avoid toys with small parts that can be swallowed.
- Travel-friendly toys include, for example, silicone kitchen utensils.
- Discovery toys
- Book
A book is something valuable and also a beautiful keepsake that lasts a long time and often opens the door to a world full of knowledge, adventure and imagination for children. Picture books with lively illustrations and simple texts can also have a positive influence on the development of the child's senses and cognitive abilities.
- sunglasses
The coolest sunglasses for kids are from the brand IZIPIZI Paris .
