Celebrating your baby’s first Christmas is a truly magical experience. It is a time filled with wonder, warmth, and the beginning of new family traditions. As you prepare for this special milestone, you may be wondering how to choose the right gift or how to make the day itself feel truly memorable. While your new arrival will surely be showered with love from friends and family, finding that one special gift or creating a new tradition makes the occasion all the more meaningful.
Our guide is here to offer inspiration, from timeless keepsake gifts to thoughtful ideas for celebrating the day, ensuring your baby’s first Christmas is one you will all cherish forever.
Meaningful Gifts for Baby's First Christmas
Choosing a gift for a baby’s first Christmas is a special event in itself. You may be looking for something beyond the practical necessities - a gift that will mark the occasion and become a treasured reminder of this happy time.
A Timeless Keepsake Gift
A piece of jewellery is a classic and sentimental choice to commemorate their very first Christmas. It is a gift that lasts, becoming an heirloom that holds the memory of how loved they were from the very beginning
Her First Diamond
A beautiful gift for a newborn at Christmas is the sentiment of their first diamond. Our Personalised Forever Diamond Baby Bangle can be engraved with their name, a date, or a special message of love. It is adjustable and can be treasured as a wonderful keepsake long after she has outgrown it. An 18ct Gold Vermeil version is also available for a touch of extra warmth.
Her First Pearl
Gifting a first pearl is an elegant and timeless tradition. The Personalised Baby’s First Pearl Identity Bracelet can be engraved with her name or a significant date. The adjustable chain means she can wear it as she grows, keeping this beautiful Christmas memory with her.
Other Cherished Gift Ideas
Complement a keepsake with one of these charming gifts that are perfect for Christmas day and beyond.
A 'My First Christmas' Sleepsuit: An adorable addition to their wardrobe, a special sleepsuit is ideal for a cosy Christmas Eve and a sweet, comfortable outfit for Christmas morning.
A Special Tree Decoration: Commemorate the occasion with a beautiful Christmas tree decoration. Whether you choose an elegant embroidered design or a personalised bauble, it is something you can bring out each year to look back fondly on the memories you made as a new family.
A Soft Sensory Toy: A fun and charming soft toy with a range of different textures, crinkles, and rattles will be a wonderful discovery for your newborn on the big day.
A Beautiful Play Mat: A soft, padded play mat in gentle colours is perfect for tummy time and will keep them happily entertained while you enjoy the festivities.
Making Memories: How to Make Baby’s First Christmas Special
Once the gifts are chosen, here are some simple and heartfelt activities to make the festive season extra special for your new family.
1. Create a Special Christmas Card
Immortalise their tiny hands and feet by creating unique Christmas handprint cards to send to loved ones. It is a heartwarming keepsake that grandparents, in particular, will treasure.
2. Choose Their First Christmas Decoration
Begin a new tradition by choosing a special decoration just for them. Whether it is a glass bauble with their name, or a clay print of their tiny hand, it will become a cherished piece to hang on the tree for many years to come.
3. Capture the Day on Camera
While phone snaps are wonderful, consider using a digital camera for higher-quality photos of their first festive moments. These are the images you will want to print, frame, and display with pride for years to come.
4. Decorate with Twinkling Lights
Your baby will be mesmerised by the twinkling lights around the home and on your outings. Decking the halls with plenty of soft, warm lights will create a calm, sensory, and magical environment for your newborn.
5. Pick a Sweet Christmas Outfit
Choosing the perfect little Christmas outfit brings so much joy. Whether you opt for a novelty festive suit, traditional tartan, or a simple red velvet dress, it makes for wonderful photos and memories.
6. A Gentle Visit to See the Lights
While a visit to Santa may be overwhelming, a trip to see the local Christmas tree lighting or a festive light display can be a wonderful sensory experience. It could easily become a cherished family tradition.
7. Go for a Festive Walk
Wrap up warmly and enjoy the crisp winter air. A family walk is a perfect way to de-stress and enjoy some quiet time together amidst the busy festive season.
8. Relax and Be Present
Christmas can be a hectic time. Do not be afraid to ask for help, and remember to pause and simply enjoy the moment. Your newborn will only have their first Christmas once, so take the time to watch their eyes widen at the sights and sounds around them.
We hope this guide has given you some fresh inspiration for the festive season. Now is the time to enjoy each moment and capture these precious memories.
If you are still searching for the ideal keepsake gift, Molly Brown London has a beautiful range of baby jewellery and curated baby’s first christmas collection to mark this most special occasion.
