Beyond the Registry: Unique Baby Shower Gifts New Parents Will Love

Unique baby shower gifts display

Baby registries are packed with necessities—diapers, onesies, the perfect stroller. But the gifts new parents remember are often the surprising ones that made their first weeks easier or more special.

Gifts for the Parents (Not Just Baby)

  • Meal delivery service subscription for the first month
  • A nice robe and slippers for midnight feedings
  • Noise-canceling headphones for the non-napping parent
  • Gift cards for takeout restaurants that deliver
Baby nursery setup

Thoughtful Baby Items Off the Beaten Path

  • A monthly photo prop set for milestone pictures
  • Baby book with prompts beyond just firsts
  • A custom star map of the night baby was born
  • Soft, organic baby clothes in 6-12 month sizes (everyone buys newborn)

Secret tip: offer your time. A voucher for babysitting, house cleaning, or cooking a meal is priceless to exhausted new parents.