Inspiring baby books to gift to new parents
Looking for present ideas for a new mum or dad? Want to know what to gift to their newborn? Or want something memorable to mark a christening or other occasion in that special first year?
You've come to the right place: here are our favourite books to give to little ones that they can "grow into" and appreciate at different stages of their life.
Inspiring, fun and with plenty of the "awww" factor.
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Hey You! An empowering celebration of growing up black
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Hey You! An empowering celebration of growing up black
A baby is born to loving parents, but as she grows up it’s hard for her to find books to read containing girls that look like her.…
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What We'll Build
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What We'll Build
A girl and her father make plans to build a glorious future together, discussing all the amazing things they will make - from migh…
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Held in Love
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Held in Love
This beautiful, quiet book captures a new mother’s hopes for her new baby, and a message that whatever happens in life, love will …
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Blueberry Girl
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Blueberry Girl
Written by Neil Gaiman for the birth of his friend Tori Amos’ daughter, this wonderful, winsome and heartwarming poem is an inspir…
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Here We Are
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Here We Are
This manual to life on Earth from new dad Oliver Jeffers to his baby son is simple, life-affirming and showcases the beautiful div…
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When I Was a Child
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When I Was a Child
A Grandma talks to her granddaughter about all the magic she has seen in the world, in this picture book that brings the soft, bri…
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Guess How Much I Love You
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Guess How Much I Love You
This modern classic is a wonderful story about love between a child and a parent, which is never too early to share with your baby…
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The New Baby and Me!
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The New Baby and Me!
This joyful picture book beautifully celebrates the birth of a child and highlights the importance of recognising everyone’s uniqu…
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Love You Hoo
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Love You Hoo
Big Owl snuggles up for a bedtime cuddle with Little Hoo in this heartwarming story about the unconditional love and support betwe…
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