Personalized Gifts for New Grandchildren
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There is something special about a gift with your name on it. I cherished the prayer book that my godparents gave me upon my baptism, because it had my whole name embossed on it in gold. Personalized gifts for newborns are a meaningful, lasting way to welcome a new grandchild.
We went on a quest for personalized baby gifts that we could recommend wholeheartedly. To be honest, there aren’t many that met our standards. We were looking for gifts for newborn grandchildren that will last. We prioritized baby gifts that are made by businesses we can trust. And we wanted gifts that our grandchildren will actually use and treasure.
If you search for “personalized baby gifts” the vast majority fall into two categories: baby blankets and personalized books. You won’t see any blankets here, because I don’t know a single parent who doesn’t receive more baby blankets than they can use in a lifetime. You also won’t see any of the dozens of personalized books available on sites like Amazon. We have yet to find one that meets our qualifications for a good story.
Here's what did make the cut.
Personalized Wooden Baby Rattle/Teether Gift
This heart rattle is just one of the many designs of baby rattles and teethers available from the Ethan Walker Company. This veteran-owned family company produces toys that are made to last in their workshop in Clearwater, Florida. Each rattle comes in a tin keepsake box and is made with natural materials and finishes that are safe for your grandbaby to gnaw on. We love the simplicity of the design, and parents love that the toys are inspected by the US Consumer Product Safety Committee. Find your favorite here.
Personalized Night Light
While this might not be as enduring as some of the other gift ideas we share, we think these personalized night lights are darling. There is a wide variety of designs available, and you can choose your font in addition to the name you want to use. There’s sure to be one that will match your grandchild’s nursery theme. Find one for your grandchild here.
A Custom Board Book
Pinhole Press’ custom board books are the easiest way to make a truly personalized book for your grandbaby. Create a book with 12-20 photos of all the people who will be a part of their world: grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, and even pets! Or make one that shares your family history. My grandchildren adore the one we made for our youngest granddaughter, and the quality construction has lasted incredibly well. Order your own book here.
Wooden Name Peg Puzzle
There are a lot of wooden name puzzles on Amazon, but this is the only one that we recommend. It’s a little more expensive than most, but it’s also going to last longer. It’s made by South Bend Woodworks, a company founded after the owner created a stool for his granddaughter that captured her imagination. They say right on their website “Our toys provide(d) a great way for families to display the love they have for their children or grandchildren.” I love supporting companies with that sort of attitude! There are a wide variety of themes and colors to choose from. Order one with your grandchild’s name now.
Personalized Silver-Plated Baby Cup
There is no gift more classic than a silver baby cup. Reed and Barton has been making high-quality giftware and tableware for almost 200 years (199 at the time of this writing!). While it may seem like a gift from another age, more and more new parents are embracing the traditions of the past. This cup is a perfect heirloom gift from a doting grandparent. Order one now from Amazon.
I’d love to find other quality personalized baby gifts to share, so please let me know in the comments if you’ve found one you love. I’ve linked a few more in my Amazon shop, so if you don’t see the perfect thing here, go check that out!