Baby shower gift ideas

A range of newborn products from ergoPouch
When your friend shares the exciting news that she's having a baby, adopting or going through surrogacy, there will be hugs, some belly rubs and a few happy tears. Before you know it, your loved one will be close to entering a new stage in their life.

Baby showers, joint parties, BBQs and baby sprinkles can be such an overwhelming moment in any new parent's life. Gone are the rules and traditions of just having a female-bonding shower. Husbands, boyfriends and partners are becoming involved with the preparation process alongside the expecting mother and her fairy godmothers/fathers. These days, showers have themes, games, happiness, laughter and the all-important food. The main priority is to send the expecting family on their way with the knowledge of how to welcome their newborn into the fold.

Some parents choose to create a registry, which can be a great option if you're mindful of your budget. If you're looking for a more personal touch, this guide on baby shower gifts is for you. We have carefully handpicked a range of baby sleep gifts that new parents may not realise they need but will come to depend on for up to 16 hours a day once their baby arrives

Option 1. The Newborn Gift Pack

$61.95
The Newborn Gift Pack comprises a Cocoon Swaddle Bag and Long Sleeve Layer in Grey Marle in a beautiful gift pack

When you want to present something special, spoil them with the gift of sleep. Meet our Newborn Gift Pack, ideal for the fourth trimester. The Newborn Pack includes 1x 1.0 TOG Cocoon Swaddle Bag size newborn (0000) in Grey Marle (suitable for room temperatures 21 °C - 24 °C) and 1x 0.2 TOG Long Sleeve Layer in size newborn (0000) in Grey Marle.

  • Organic and natural fibres
  • Sustainable and ethical manufacturing
  • Safe sleep approved
  • TOG rated for warmth
  • Zip enclosure on both products protects your child's delicate skin.
  • Includes complimentary Room Thermometer and What to Wear Guide

Option 2. Newborn Sleep Starter Pack

$159.95
Newborn Sleep Starter Pack

Want to present the new mama with the ultimate newborn gift that can be popped into their hospital bag? Then, you must consider the Newborn Sleep Starter Pack. This has everything they'll need and more. This pack has been designed to meet the specific sleep and developmental needs of a newborn baby, no matter their sleep style preference.The pack includes:

  • 1x 1.0 TOG Cocoon Swaddle Bag in Willow, size 0000
  • 1x 1.0 TOG Long Sleeve Layer in Vanilla, size 0000
  • 1x Drift Away White Noise Machine in Taupe
  • 1x Butterfly Cardi in Oatmeal Marle, size 000
  • And one Keepsake box that they will love forever more.

Option 3. The Drift Home Baby Monitor and Smart TOG guide

$329.95
Drift Home Baby Monitor and Smart TOG Guide

Meet the Drift Home Baby Monitor and Smart TOG guide. The Drift Home is a monitor that gives you not only peace of mind, but REAL. TIME. DRESSING. RECOMMENDATIONS. YES REALLY.

We recognise that safety and peace of mind is a top priority when it comes to a perfect baby. The Drift Home Baby Monitor and Smart TOG Guide has been created to give parents, guardians, and friends the confidence to create a safe and warm sleep environment, while our No-Wi-Fi monitor is the only thing to watch your bebe (hackers, bye).

Drift Home is the ultimate in sleep success: a baby monitor and dressing guide all-in-one (from the baby sleep experts, aka, us). PS. This is a great one to all put in for. Grab the girlies or guys and gift the ultimate in sleep success.

Option 4. Cocoon Swaddle Bag

from $42.95
Cocoon Swaddle Bag

Want to keep it simple? Introduce the new parents to our brand and have their newborn wear a Cocoon Swaddle from the day they join us earthside. The Cocoon Swaddle Bag is designed to contain startle reflex and minimise waking while keeping baby snug and securely swaddled throughout the year. Hip-friendly, shoulder-friendly and stretchy for full-chest expansion, this swaddle will ensure bubs are safe as they sleep their way through growth and development milestones.

Each style is TOG rated for warmth, making a choice easy no matter where the family lives. Our Cocoon Swaddle Bags come in a variety of prints and are made from natural fibres. Beautifully soft and skin-friendly, they promote breathability to prevent overheating and those sweaty feels. Plus, the no-origami zip-up swaddle means no late-night struggles trying to get the baby swaddled and back to sleep after a nappy change or feed! And trust us when we say DADS LOVE THIS ONE!

Option 5. Something for mum, the Matchy Matchy Robe

$59.95
Matchy Matchy Robe

Believe it or not, the one person who's often left out at a baby shower is the guest of honour: Mama-to-be! After 9 months of pregnancy and birthing a baby, she deserves to be surprised with one of our favourite baby shower products, the Matchy Matchy Robe. Why not throw in a pregnancy day spa treatment where she will be in heaven.

Option 6. The HugMe Blanket 

from $44.95
The HugMe Blanket

A TOG-rated, safer alternative to loose blankets, this fitted mattress sleeve is easy to use and flexible for different sleep environments. Fits securely and firmly all the way around a mattress for peace of mind, and falls flat if baby manages to wriggle out. Use over the top of a swaddle or layer to provide added warmth, security and comfort for an infant during sleep without the risk of coming untucked. 

Each Side of the HugMe Blanket is TOG-rated for use in different temperatures. Flip the sheet over to have the appropriate warmth TOG-rating on top of your baby, following the included Room Thermometer and What To Wear Guide for help dressing your baby when using the HugMe Blanket.

It's available in three sizes (Bassinet, Bedside Sleeper, Cot) and two different TOG variations (0.2/1.0TOG and 1.0/2.5 TOG)

Option 7. Sleeping Bag

from $42.95
Sleeping Bags

Parents often receive baby shower gifts that are size newborn and 0-3 months. Help them out by gifting them the joy of sleep at a later milestone. Once their mini is rolling, it is time for them to transition out of their Cocoon Swaddle Bag to arms-out sleeping. From 3 months on, babies can wear our Sleeping Bag. The Sleeping Bag is designed for a little one who prefers a slim fit through the body, with extra legroom for dreaming wriggle worms. Made from a breathable organic cotton jersey fabric, it's a perfect weight and soft on the skin.

Option 8. The only TOG-rated Layers on the market

from $32.95
Four newborns in Long Sleeve Layers

Yes, please. These TOG-rated Layers are a game-changer for newborn parents. Layers are the sleep essential designed to be worn under your baby's swaddle or sleeping bag, as part of our TOG-rated What to Wear sleep system. Made from a deliciously soft, stretchy organic jersey cotton, Layers can be worn as either the base layer (closest layer to baby's skin), a mid layer with a singlet or bodysuit underneath, or as daywear too! With every colour under the sun to choose from (not really, but close enough), you will want to grab some for sleep, daywear and the wash.

Option 9. The Window Blockout

from $44.95
Window Blockout Blinds

Want to present Mumma with a practical gift? Then you must consider our Window Blockout! The reusable static cling Window Blockout is the perfect solution for babies and toddlers who need total darkness in their room for sleeping. Want EXTRA bonus points? Buy her a second set for travel. Light, easy to remove and easily-transportable, they're great for hotels and Airbnbs. You'll make their family holidays that little bit easier.

Option 10. Cocoon Sleep Set 

$69.95
Cocoon Sleep Set

Give parents the gift of choice. All newborns like to sleep differently and you won't know how until they're earthside. Some like to be firmly swaddled, some like the freedom of having their arms free and some need a middle ground where they can self soothe with their hands but not startle themselves awake. 

Enter the Cocoon Sleep Set. It comprises a 1.0 TOG Cocoon Swaddle Bag for arms in or arms out sleeping and a Butterfly Cardi which can be worn over the top to achieve hands-up swaddling. It's also a super useful tool come time to transition baby to arms-out sleeping once they are rolling. 

Option 11. Drift Away White Noise Machine 

$59.95
Drift Away White Noise Machine

With its lightweight design and rechargeable battery, the portable white noise machine is easy to bring along wherever your day, night or weekend takes you. Its impressive 48 hour battery life* on a single charge; means you won't be caught out on the go. The built-in soft LED light has three settings, and can help with overnight nappy changes, feeding and finding baby's lost dummy.

In a stylish and compact package designed to seamlessly fit into your interiors, the Drift Away Portable White Noise Machine has all the sleeps sounds and functions you need for simpler sleep, and nothing you don't.  No more ads, no flat phone batteries, just more sleep. Sounds include White Noise, Heartbeat, Shushing, Fan, Rain, Ocean, Nature

*when playing sound only, on the 'white noise' track

We hope something from this list tickles your fancy. Here's to the new parents, new babies and safe (restful) sleep.

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