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New baby gifts: ideas for Christmas 2026

Gifts for a newborn and their parents: comforters, bath-time essentials, keepsakes and first books.

By Sam · Updated 4 November 2026

Our picks

Our top pick
Researched
£34.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
In stock
Runner-up
Researched
£87.92 at Amazon
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Also good
Researched
£16.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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All 12 compared

Apron Baby Bath Towel
1. Apron Baby Bath Towel Our top pick
£34.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Our verdict
Our verdictResearched

A thoughtful gift for new parents.

Good
    Worth knowing

      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the baby is older.

      Baby Carrier Mini
      2. Baby Carrier Mini Runner-up
      £87.92 at Amazon
      as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
      Our verdict
      Our verdictResearched

      A practical present for new parents who want to carry their baby hands-free.

      Good
        Worth knowing

          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the baby is already bigger, since this one is for small babies and is outgrown quickly.

          Baby Bath with Plug
          3. Baby Bath with Plug Also good
          £16.99 at Amazon
          as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
          Our verdict
          Our verdictResearched

          A practical present for new parents.

          Good
            Worth knowing

              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the baby is already bigger, or they have a bath seat.

              £59 at Amazon
              as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
              Our verdict
              Our verdictResearched

              A practical present for new parents with limited space.

              Good
                Worth knowing

                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the baby is already too big, or they already have a bath they like.

                  £20.28 at Amazon
                  as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                  Our verdict
                  Our verdictResearched

                  A small, useful present for parents with a baby in the bath.

                  Good
                    Worth knowing

                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if their tap is an unusual shape, so check the fit.

                      £22.86 at Amazon
                      as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                      Our verdict
                      Our verdictResearched

                      A thoughtful present for new parents or grandparents.

                      Good
                        Worth knowing

                          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the baby is already much bigger, or they prefer digital photos.

                          £11.49 at Amazon
                          as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                          Our verdict
                          Our verdictResearched

                          A classic first book for a young child.

                          Good
                            Worth knowing

                              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they have it already: it's well-known.

                              £2.99 at Amazon
                              as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                              Our verdict
                              Our verdictResearched

                              A touching gift for a new baby.

                              Good
                                Worth knowing

                                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if they've been given one already: it's a popular baby gift.

                                  £34.95 at Amazon
                                  as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                                  Our verdict
                                  Our verdictResearched

                                  A calming gift for a new baby.

                                  Good
                                    Worth knowing

                                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you'd prefer a quiet cot.

                                      £11.99 at Amazon
                                      as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                                      Our verdict
                                      Our verdictResearched

                                      A practical gift for a teething baby.

                                      Good
                                        Worth knowing

                                          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the baby isn't teething yet.

                                          £43.98 at Amazon
                                          as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                                          Our verdict
                                          Our verdictResearched

                                          A cuddly keepsake for a baby or toddler.

                                          Good
                                            Worth knowing

                                              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you'd like a smaller toy: it's chunky.

                                              £29.07 at Amazon
                                              as of 4 Nov 2026, 23:24 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                                              Our verdict
                                              Our verdictResearched

                                              A keepsake present for a new baby, christening or birth.

                                              Good
                                                Worth knowing

                                                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you need a toy for rough play, or have not checked the age on the label.

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                                                  Before you buy
                                                  New babies get lots of soft toys and tiny clothes: something for bath time or bedtime gets more use.
                                                  How we choose

                                                  We unbox and build what we can at home, hand it to someone the age it's sold for, and check prices and stock at UK shops through the day. Every pick is labelled: Tested at home when we've had it in our hands (bought, or sent free by the brand, and the review says which), Researched when we haven't. Commissions never change a pick or its place on the list. Read our full methodology →

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