New Parents Say the "Bottle Box" Is One of the Best Gifts Ever (2024)

These are perfect props for those precious monthly baby photos, especially since each block is soft and plush (and also machine-washable). In addition to the week and month markers, it also comes with "My First" and "I Can" cards that celebrate magic moments like a first tooth, giggle or haircut.

Baby shoes are adorable, but ultimately impractical. These booties keep tootsies warm, and snap on and off, so they're easy for parents to remove, but harder for babies to take off. Plus, they come in a rainbow of fun colors and prints.

There's so much this little night light can do besides glow (in several different colors). Using the app, adults can set up different routines, complete with a light show and white noise or other relaxing sounds, for bedtime or wake-up time. It can also read bedtime stories, and toddlers can use it as an okay-to-wake clock. Testers really appreciated that the light could be controlled through an app, so you don't have to try and sneak into the baby's room to turn it on if you forgot.

Parents of newborns go through more baby clothes than they can anticipate. Make sure they're set up for success with this set of GOTS-certified organic cotton bodysuits, which come in a rainbow of colors. You can also get a long-sleeve version.

We know, we know, we couldn’t believe this thing existed either. But what you really won’t be able to believe is what a lifesaver it is for first-time parents who are still learning how to calm their baby. It uses a real human voice to “shush” and works on 15 – 30 minute timers. It’s portable, user-friendly and — cue the horns! — has batteries included. Does it work on every baby? Well, it doesn't hurt to try!

The baby's first fuzzy friend can be almost any animal under the sun — from lions to ducklings to flamingos (oh my!) — with these adorable, hand-made dolls. Good Housekeeping Institute testers appreciated that each one is hand-knit, and yet still so soft. And, for each one purchased, the company donates five meals to children in need.

It is a truth almost universally acknowledged that babies are at their cutest when they're wearing hooded towels. This gift set comes with two, plus a baby bath robe (OMG!) and a set of washcloths, all in the Burt's Bees Baby's ultra-soft cotton. It's enough to make you look forward to bath time.

This soft, organic ball is actually a brain-and-body booster, getting infants to practice grasping, working on coordination on two sides of the body and experimenting with cause-and-effect. If the family likes it, you can follow up with a subscription to Lovevery Play Kits, which sends toys tailored to each developmental age along with how to use them to get the most benefits.

Bath time takes a lot of time when you have a new baby. This item is part stuffed animal, part terry washcloth and all genius. With built-in pockets for scrubbing and sudsing, any one of these cute critters will be a welcome addition to the tub. It comes in plenty of animals and characters, too, so you can get a few bath pals.

This kit has everything adults need to keep a new baby clean and fresh, including the Good Housekeeping Parenting Award-winning baby lotion, which our experts loved because it's lightweight and easy to rub in. In addition to the lotion, the set comes with baby shampoo/body wash, baby oil, balm, wipes and a cotton washcloth — all of which are fragrance-free, which is good for sensitive skin.

Everyone knows that a snug, tight-fitting crib sheet is the cornerstone of a safe sleep environment. What Primary understands is that these sheets can also be ultra fun! They come in a variety of rainbow patterns, including stars, hearts and stripes. Or, if you'd rather go with a more timeless, classic look, they also come in navy stripes or crisp white.

If they're toying with the idea of trying cloth diapers, this set will let them dip a toe in the waters. The fabric it uses is OEKO-TEX-certified organic cotton, and Good Housekeeping Institute testers said they were tempted to make the switch to cloth diapers full-time after trying it out.

There are so many ways to use this toy. First, it looks good sitting on a shelf as room décor. It's also made of platinum silicone, which means it can be used as a teether or as a bath toy. As kids get older, they can practice stacking it together like a puzzle.

Parents don't always want to think about postpartum recovery (and first-time parents might not know what they're getting into). This kit comes with everything moms don't want to dwell on but will need later, including postpartum underwear, ice maxi pads, cooling pad liners and healing foam.

A bottle warmer is a parental luxury, not a pressing need, which is why it makes such a great shower gift. This one has temperature controls that warm up milk and baby food without overheating.