Article: Baby shower: 12 useful, original and stylish gift ideas for parents-to-be

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June 29, 2025

Baby shower: 12 useful, original and stylish gift ideas for parents-to-be

The baby shower is the perfect time to celebrate a pregnancy, shower the mother-to-be with attention... and of course offer a gift to match the occasion. But between the classic 1-month bodysuit and the stuffed toy that will end up at the bottom of the Cart, you want a gift that's useful, stylish and truly pleasing. Good news: here are 12 ideas to make a lasting impression - without missing a trick.

What gift to give to a baby shower?

A good baby shower gift is :

✨ So mething that will really come in handy (during pregnancy, maternity or the first few months),
💝 Attention for both mother and baby,
👗 A stylish idea, because she deserves to feel beautiful even in a 3am nursing bodysuit.

Here are our best suggestions, tried and tested.

1. A stylish nursing shirt or dress

Because everyone's thinking about baby... but few are thinking about the woman who's just been through it all. A chic nursing top, a flowing shirt, a cocooning maternity ensemble - this is the kind of gift that says: "I've seen you, I've understood you".

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2. Maternity pyjamas (worthy of the name)

For the maternity suitcase or post-delivery days at home. We're talking organic cotton, easy opening for breastfeeding, and zero misplaced snaps. Comfort & dignity, thank you.

3. A post-partum set

Compose your own or buy ready-made: high-waisted panties, anti-stretch mark oil, relaxing mist, breastfeeding herbal tea... The kind of box you'd never buy for yourself, but you'd be blessed to receive.

4. A gift card 23 Mai Paris

Don't know her size, style or whether she's breastfeeding? Play it safe with a free gift card. She'll be able to choose the perfect outfit for her, at a time that suits her.

5. A pregnancy or birth photo session

A gift with two speeds: immediate emotion + eternal memory. Ideal for a group or family gift.

6. A symbolic jewel

A necklace engraved with the baby's initial, a bracelet with an expected date, a medal with a message... A personal, poetic and precious gift.

7. A personalized birth cover

For first walks, maternity leave, family photos... It's a classic, but can become a signature gift if well chosen.

8. A nursing (or pregnancy) pillow

If it's not on her list yet, it's THE useful gift par excellence. She'll be able to use it now, and long after.

9. An ultra-practical baby toiletry bag

But pretty. With clean, organic, fragrance-free products... and a design that parents will dare to take out of their diaper bag.

10. A well-thought-out birth album

Not the kind you forget in a drawer. It's a notebook to fill in as the months go by, with a modern tone, free pages and a real place for emotions.

11. A matching parent-child duo

A t-shirt for mom, a bodysuit for baby - same message, same color, same love. A guaranteed success when the gifts are opened.

12. A book that's a change from medical guides

Humorous, compassionate, true: "You're going to be a mom", "Postpartum will be epic", or "In praise of imperfect breastfeeding". Perfect for lightening the mood.

Is €100 enough for a baby shower gift?

👉 Yes, plenty.
With €100, you can :

offer a comfortable package + post-partum care,
compose a personalized mother + baby box,
or offer a pretty gift card + accessory.

🎁 For a grouped gift, this can go up to €150-200, but a well-chosen €40-60 gift often gives more pleasure than a big impersonal box.

How much to give to a baby shower if I don't want to give an object?

If you prefer to contribute financially or offer a gift card, here's a range:

Close friend / sister: €50 to €100
Colleague/acquaintance: €20 to €40
Group gift: variable according to the number of participants

💡 Little tip: always accompany with a personalized note, it's what makes the difference.

In short: the best baby shower gift is the one that thinks of her.

We often think of baby, but a baby shower is above all for the mother-to-be. Choose a gift that will make her feel better, make her feel good or move her. And if you can combine all three, you've won her heart for good.

Written by Eléonore de Ganay