Any ideas for a gift for newborn who will have everything?

And I actually want one of those Sophie Giraffes.

I love the blankets in David1968s link!

I would go the Premium Bond route. Often babies receive so much these days, it's pretty overwhelming.

I second (third?) books. I gave grandson a nicely illustrated Wind in the Willows and a Winnie the Pooh. It's something they will grow to love.

Yes baby Einstein music and DVD s are perfect ...and not only a great present but educational and stimulating. Also very individual so there won't be copies coming from lots of people.

Photo frames are always lovely, and you can often get them personalised or even a nice frame with someone personal in it for the nursery There are so many things that you can get personalised these days You could always give them a gift voucher for a baby store - I’m always worried that I will duplicate something that they already have.

I was also thinking premium Bonds or see if there are any good children's accounts out there that you could suggest to them.

Sponser a child .

I have "bought" a tree on occasions and it has always been a popular gift. Try Woodland Trust but several on line. The Certificate can be made out to the baby but you would have to wait until he or she is born and named.

How about a course in Infant Massage? It’s wonderful for soothing babies and promotes bonding. Also a great way to meet other Mums with babies the same age.

fleecy wraps are very useful, you can cuddle them in them, lie them on them etc.

I think you can now get Premium Bonds for £25

Give love in shed loads

I was going to suggest putting some money in an account for the baby, but there are so many good ideas on here...

A friend bought my grandson a lovely quilted mat so that he could have a kick on his back on the floor. He loved it and it was nice knowing that this was ‘his’ and was folded up and put away every day to keep it clean and fresh (except after the occasional accident!)

A pretty basket with practical everyday useful bits, wipes, shampoo, nappies etc

How about "taggies"? They are wonderful for babies (who love them) and I've given several as gifts - all of which have been greatly appreciated. Widely available, e.g:
thecuddlecompany.co.uk/collections/taggiez
(Other taggies are available; lots online.)

Premium bonds perhaps?

I bought old an fashioned porcelain set but it is merely displayed gathering dust and I am led to believe it is just something else to be found space for in a small house. I love N&G's idea of a library basket and Ewan (the sheep) could sit in the top! Enjoy whatever you decide on.

Why buy something suitable for a baby? I always give books - Alice in Wonderland is always well received as is Wind in the Willows. The baby will have the book forever. My mother has never bought her GGC toys. They each have a shelf full of copies of the classics - Shakespeare, Austen, Bronte, Tolstoy. They can’t read them yet but they know they are a precious gift from someone who won’t be around forever.

Beatrice Potter porcelain gift sets always goes down well,my GGC both have them displayed in their nursery.

I have sent books for out gt nieces and nephews with a token pair of soft shoes or a small cuddly toy. Usually a collection of traditional tales or nursery rhymes with beautiful illustrations.

A reasonably priced gift which I always buy for new babies is ‘Takealong Tunes’ by Baby Einstein. It plays classical music while flashing different coloured lights. DGD had one and it was a great distraction when she became fractious on car journeys, or having her nappy changed.

Anyway, just an idea. Hope you find something suitable.?

My DS2 has just had a baby and as it's their 2nd and they live in a tiny flat, and DiL's family pass everything round, all they will be needing is nappies, so they will be getting a voucher.

Apart from money or vouchers, books would be the perfect present, and, as the child is not your own family (so you can't really open a savings account for them), a Boots voucher will be most appreciated.

If giving books, don't forget to write a dedication in the front. (Why don't people do that any more?)

Springychicken, I always give a portmeirion set. I’ve got a caterpillar and a peppa pig set in the cupboard at the moment.
I stock up at the factory shop when visiting relatives in Stoke.

You could hit some antique shops or markets and look for an antique rattle (maybe a bit too expensive), a child's cup, baby spoon or some other baby item from the past.