Looking for a baby shower gift? Learn which size to choose, what to look for in baby clothes and discover soft cotton rompers with prints from LauBelle.
Buying a baby shower gift sounds easy, until you are standing in a shop looking at twenty nearly identical bodysuits. Or you arrive with a newborn-size outfit and hear that there is already a drawer full of them. A good baby shower gift is something the parents will actually use, that feels comfortable for the baby and that makes them smile when they unwrap it. In this guide you will read what to look for in baby clothes as a gift, which size to choose and how to make it personal.
A baby goes through a lot of clothes in the first year. A bit of spit-up or a leaky nappy, and it is time for something clean again. Many parents change their little one several times a day, so extra rompers and bodysuits are never wasted. Clothes are also a gift you get to see again: in the photos the parents send, at your first visit or on a walk.
The difference between a gift that stays in the cupboard and one that gets worn comes down to a few practical details. Here they are.
Soft fabric. Baby skin is sensitive. Cotton is a good choice because it feels soft and is easy to wash. Snap buttons at the crotch. Nappy changes need to be quick, even at three in the morning. Clothes with snaps at the crotch are far more practical than something that has to come off over the head. Easy care. Check the care label. Clothes that can go in the washing machine get worn more often than hand-wash-only pieces. A print with character. Parents usually receive plenty of plain white basics. A romper with a playful print or a monogram stands out among the other gifts.
This is where it most often goes wrong. Parents receive the smallest sizes in bulk, while a newborn grows out of them within weeks. Our advice:
Baby just born? Choose 3–6 months. It won't fit straight away, but it will be just right when the first pile gets too small. Visiting after a few weeks? Go for 6–9 months or even 9–12 months. Not sure? One size up is almost always better than too small. A romper that is a little roomy can still be worn.
Think about the season too. A baby born this autumn will be wearing 6–9 months in spring. That said, a long-sleeve romper is useful almost all year round, especially indoors.
Our baby rompers and bodysuits have a size chart on each product page with chest width and length in centimetres. Allow for a small difference of 1–2 cm, because every piece is produced individually.
All LauBelle baby clothes are made of cotton, have a snap closure at the crotch and cost €49.95. Here are a few favourites for different tastes.
For parents who love a classic look The black LB pattern romper is a long-sleeve romper in 180 g cotton with the geometric LB pattern. Black is practical with a baby: small stains show less. A nice pick for parents who like to wear darker colours themselves.
For a bright and cheerful gift The white romper with colourful LB pattern has the same pattern in colour on white. Also 180 g cotton, available from 0–3 months to 18–24 months.
For when you want to choose the print The long-sleeve cotton bodysuit is 190 g, 100% cotton and offers the most choice: from a monogram print in white or black to animal prints such as a crocodile, duck, penguin or leopard, plus plain red, green or blue. Handy if you want to match the gift to the parents' style or the theme of the nursery.
For a playful character The character and logo romper is white, with long sleeves and a graphic character with the LauBelle logo. A romper that looks great in photos.
For something funny The light blue robot teddy bodysuit has a print of a bear that is half robot. Fun for parents with a sense of humour, available in sizes 3 to 24 months.
The rompers and the robot teddy bodysuit can be washed by hand or in the machine at up to 45 °C. Don't use bleach and don't leave them soaking for long, so the print stays at its best.
See all options in the baby clothing collection.
A romper on its own is already a lovely gift, but a few small extras make it memorable:
Combine two sizes. Give one romper in 3–6 months and one in 9–12 months. That way the baby has something for now and for later. Pick a print that suits the parents. Do they love black and white? Go for the monogram. Big animal fans? Choose an animal print. Write a card. A few personal words are often kept longer than the gift itself. Think of siblings. A small present for the older child makes the visit special for them too.
Every LauBelle piece is made only after you order. That means no stock goes to waste, but it also means you should order a little earlier than from a regular online shop. Due date coming up or visit already planned? Order in time so you don't arrive empty-handed.
Shipping is free and you have 14 days to return. Ordering for the first time? Use the code LAUBELLE10 for 10% off your order.
A good baby shower gift is soft, practical and just a little different from what the parents already have. Choose cotton with snaps at the crotch, go one size up rather than down, and pick a print that matches the parents' style. That way you give something that won't sit in a drawer, but will actually be worn.
