You’ve seen the new baby diaper cake and shopped for tinny tiny outfits, but what else can you gift to a new or expecting mom that’s fun and functional? We asked Shannon Choe of Premier Baby Concierge to share with us a few must have gifts for welcoming a new baby. Recently voted Best Person to Know When Expecting by Philadelphia magazine, we’re certain Shannon’s picks are a must for any new parent.

 

Aiden and Anais Dribble Burp Cloths

All burp cloths are not created equal. The Aiden and Anais burp cloths are made of 100% soft cotton muslin. Their unique shape and 4-layers worth of cotton provide maximum coverage for baby and new parent.  Cost: 2-pack, $22

Baby K'tan Baby Carrier

The Baby K’tan keeps baby safe, secure and happy while freeing parents to move with two free hands. Plus, it’s machine washable, easy to store in a diaper bag, has multiple carry positions, and is machine washable. Cost: $60+

Puj Unos

These sweet new baby shoes are made with a symmetrical design, which means you don’t have to worry about left or right. Puj Unos are machine washable and made of breathable, vegan fabric. Plus, they’re non-slip so little ones can weeble and wobble without a shoe-induced crash. Cost: $32 a pair

Swaddle Designs Swaddle Blankets

Swaddle blankets are a dime a dozen, right? Even the hospital gives them out for free. But Swaddle Designs come in 40” x 40” which means baby won’t outgrow them right away. Sewn into each blanket are “123 swaddle tips” for those new parents, and grandparents, who need a little refresher every now and then.  Cost: $25

Baby DeeDee Sleep Nest

This wearable sleeping bag replaces loose blankets which are unsafe for baby, and boasts a cozy cocoon shape, shoulder snaps and a glow-in-the-dark zipper for midnight changes.  Available in two material weights, so regardless of your climate or season, Baby DeeDee's got you covered! Cost: $39 - $48

Custom Growth Chart

Growth charts are awesome practical keepsakes to decorate the nursery.  Go for a custom design for a personalized touch.  Cost: printed to rollable canvas: $95

Personalized Mod Print Hooded Towel

Quality hooded baby towels are a great practical gift, and personalization gives it that special hand-picked touch!  Love this Mod Print design from Baby Be Hip, one of our favorite new baby shops. Cost: $40

Handprint Tower of Time

What could be sweeter than offering the proud parents a way to capture their child's handprint on each birthday? Parents will be able to capture up to their child’s 5^th birthday with the Tower of Time; making us wish that someone had gifted us with this gem of a keepsake. Cost: $25.75

Meal Planning & Delivery

This free website allows family and friends to organize a meal delivery schedule for new parents.  Time-challenged new parents will know you are coming; other volunteers will know what has already been served and when, as well as any important allergy information. Brilliant!

Precious Metal Prints Fingerprint Kit

This great kit includes everything parents need to create a wonderful wearable keepsake with their child's fingerprint!  They'll take an impression, send it in, and in 2-3 weeks receive the pure silver fingerprint charm. Cost: $75

Need other gift ideas for baby? LTD Commodities has a great selections of nursery and baby gifts for that little one!

 Shannon Choe is a contributing Parenting Expert on Babyssentials.com , MothersMilkTea.com, MomsOnTheMove.com and appears regularly as on Philadelphia’s “the 10! Show” on NBC sharing parenting tips and products. She enjoys contributing to the growth of the industry as the Vice President of the International Baby Planner Association. Shannon lives with her husband and three girls outside Philadelphia, Premier Baby Concierge serves the tri-state area and beyond!