12 Baby Gifts That Parents Actually Need
A present for the little ones in your life can be useful—or it can just be more stuff. Read on for a selection of baby gifts that parents actually need.
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A universal truth: babies beget things. Even for the most eco-minded among us, the stuff (whether essential, extra, or just cute) is a reality, and so are the gifts that are sure to come this year. The best way to gift a new parent? With usefulness in mind.
Below, you'll find a selection of sustainable baby gifts that will please the parents you love instead of stressing them out. From an environmentally friendly playmat to an all-in-one baby food maker (trust us), these gifts will make life a bit better for the entire family.
12 Useful Baby Gifts in 2023
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1. Vegan Leather Play Mat, $325
This durable, eco-friendly option is ideal for the most active little ones. Toki Mats' vegan leather play mat is made from natural foam, providing babes with a soft but firm surface to practice milestones and hang out on the floor.
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2. Waffle Baby Blanket, $59
Accessories designed to aid in cuddling sessions (and several hours of sleep) are always welcome. This baby blanket is crafted from touchable Turkish cotton and washes well when necessary.
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3. Organic Baby Washcloth, $12
Tub time should be a gentle affair. This organic cotton washcloth is made sans harmful chemicals or synthetics, helping keep bathtime clean.
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4. Hooded Waffle Towel, $31
Infused with naturally antimicrobial bamboo charcoal, this towel is proven to reduce bacteria by 99.9% compared to cotton. Plus, the fabric is sustainable, absorbent, and so soft.
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5. Coconut Oil Kids Bamboo Bandages, $7
Patch's bandages are made from 100% natural bamboo fiber and enriched with soothing coconut oil. And let’s not forget the cute panda print, designed to comfort during life’s little emergencies.
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8. LEN Nursing Pillow, $35
A parent's arms can only hold so much! A nursing pillow makes cozy, hands-free feeding a reality—and this one is made from recycled and sustainable materials.
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9. Bamboo Wet Wipes, $7
Clean-up is quick and easy with these bamboo wipes. The nourishing, hypoallergenic formula is designed to keep babies' skin soft, soothed, and rash-free.
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10. Babymoov Meal Making Station, $180
Making baby food from scratch is an easy feat with this meal station. This all-in-one allows parents to steam, blend, purée, defrost, sterilize, and warm fresh and healthy food.
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11. Bamboo Crib Mattress Protector, $59
This crib mattress protector is made from 100% organic bamboo and has a water-resistant TPU lining. It's breathable, hypoallergic, and thermoregulating, keeping the baby warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
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