A baby is on the way (or has just arrived), and you're looking for an original newborn gift. The kind that won't end up in the pile of 47 size 3-month bodysuits and giant stuffed animals that no one knows where to put. You want something different, a gift that lasts, decorates, and makes the parents say, "Oh, but it's so beautiful, who gave us this?"
It was you. You gave it to us. And here are 12 ideas to do just that.
Personalized posters: the newborn gift that lasts
Unlike clothes (3 months of use, max), a decorative poster stays on the bedroom wall for years. It's the gift the child will see as they grow up, and the parents too.
1. The personalized birth poster
It's our best-selling birth gift, and for good reason. The personalized birth poster features the baby's name, birth date, weight, and height in an original illustration by Marie Ollier. Printed in France on 350 gsm art paper, it comes in sizes from A4 (€30) to 70×100 cm (€129) for bedrooms that think big. It's unique, it's made for them, and it will never end up at a garage sale.
2. The "Ma Prinfesse" poster
For the arrival of a little girl, "Ma Prinfesse" is the cutest (and most LPF) version of the birth poster. Customizable name, tender and colorful illustration, the gift the parents will love to hang in the bedroom.
3. The poster to personalize with the name
You don't know the baby's gender yet? Or you prefer a neutral design? Our range of customizable posters offers several themes (love, family, animals) that suit all bedroom styles. You choose the design, you add the name, and it's ready.
Decorative posters for the baby's room
Don't feel like personalizing? Our "ready to hang" posters work just as well. The advantage: you can give them before the birth without knowing the name.
4. The tropical "La vie est belle" poster
Warm colors and pure optimism. "La vie est belle" brings joy and color to any child's room. Its positive message makes it a perfect newborn gift, and it will grow with the child.
5. The "Coco Delivery" poster
For parents who love exoticism and good humor. The Coco Delivery is one of our most colorful designs, perfect for a room that breathes vacation, even in Paris in November.
6. The "Follow your heart" quote poster
A sweet message to accompany the first years. "Follow your heart" is the poster you give when you want to pass on something more than an object. It will look just as good in the baby's room as in the parents' living room.
7. A coordinated duo or trio pack
To really make an impression: give a pack of 2 or 3 posters that match. The parents will only have to hang them up to have a complete and harmonious bedroom wall. It's the ultimate "wow" gift, and with our packs, the designs are already intended to go together.
The little newborn gifts that make them happy
8. Illustrated postcards
A newborn gift doesn't necessarily have to cost €50. Our illustrated postcards (from €3.50) perfectly complement a main gift or are enough on their own for a small gesture of love. Slip a note inside, the parents will keep this card for years.
9. The "Un Coup de Soleil" notebook
A pretty notebook for the parents to write down the first words, the first mischiefs, the first smiles. Our dotted notebook is colorful, joyful, and perfectly suited to become an improvised baby logbook.
Non-LPF newborn gifts (but we approve)
10. A diaper or baby meal subscription
Not glamorous, but extremely useful. Parents use tons of them and never have time to go buy them. A few months' subscription (Les Petits Culottés, Joone, Lillydoo), it's the practical gift that no one dares to give and that everyone dreams of receiving.
11. A tree to plant
Give a tree that will grow at the same time as the child. Several services (EcoTree, Reforest'Action) offer to plant a tree in the baby's name with a certificate. Symbolic, ecological, and it lasts longer than a size 1-month bodysuit.
12. The poster + announcement combo (coming soon to LPF)
We are working on a range of illustrated birth announcements by Marie Ollier, customizable 10×15 cm cards, sold in packs of 10, in the same universe as our posters. The idea: the parent gives the birth announcement AND the matching bedroom decor, in the same style. It's the perfect bundle. Coming very soon, sign up for our newsletter to be notified.
How to choose an original newborn gift?
Think about the lifespan. Baby clothes are worn for 3 months. Educational toys, 6 months. A personalized poster with the name stays hung up for years and becomes a childhood memory.
Think about the parents. A newborn gift is also (especially) a gift for the parents. A beautiful decorative poster that fits into their home is a gift that THEY appreciate every day.
Think about the budget. An original gift doesn't mean an expensive gift. An illustrated postcard for €3.50 with a sincere note is worth more than a €40 comforter bought in a panic.
Think about the timing. You can give a decorative poster BEFORE the birth (no need for the name if you choose a generic design), or AFTER with a personalized poster. Both work.
FAQ
What is the best original newborn gift?
A personalized birth poster with the baby's name, date, and weight. It's unique, it decorates the room for years, and it doesn't duplicate the 15 bodysuits the parents have already received. Our personalized birth poster is printed in France on 350 gsm art paper.
What budget to plan for a newborn gift?
Between €25 and €60 for an individual gift, €60 to €100 for a group gift (office, group of friends). Our posters start at €30 in A4, €39 in 30×40 cm (the most chosen format), and go up to €129 in 70×100 cm for large formats.
Can you give a newborn gift before the birth?
Yes, and it's actually a very good idea. Choose a decorative poster for the room (no need to know the name), the parents will have time to hang it up before the baby arrives. For a personalized poster, you will have to wait for the birth to get the name and birth info.
Where to buy a newborn gift unlike any other?
From independent creators rather than general marketplaces. Les Petites Fesses offers original illustrations by Marie Ollier, printed in France, it's the kind of gift you won't find anywhere else.
