Sustainable maternity gifts: what to give (and not to give) at birth
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Welcoming a newborn baby is a big celebration. Of course you want to give something special, but also consider sustainability and usability. At Atelier de Wevershoek we believe that a maternity gift should radiate love and contribute to a healthy start. Therefore, choose warm, natural materials or handmade items - this way you make the new parents happy and the world a little bit greener. Below you will find practical tips on what you should and should not give as a maternity gift.
What not to give as a maternity gift
- Plastic toys. Plastic gifts are often cheap, but they break quickly and sometimes contain harmful substances. The positive trend is also increasingly to ban plastic toys for young children because of the chemical additives. Sustainable toys, on the other hand (for example made of wood or wool) are safer and last longer.
- Clothing in size 50. A newborn usually already has size 50/56; clothing in that size is often immediately too small. It is better to buy size 62 or 68 right away. This way, the baby can wear the new romper or romper longer, and the parents avoid having an abundance of clothes that are too tight in the first few days.
- Too many cuddly toys. A few soft cuddly toys are sweet, but a pile of cuddly toys often just fills up the cupboard. Parents usually get enough cuddly toys during the maternity period. Instead of a whole mountain of plush, focus on a few sustainable textile gifts.
Inspirational gift tips for birth
Curious about what would be a nice maternity gift? Here are a few sustainable ideas, matching the products of Atelier de Wevershoek:
Warm baby clothes
Soft wool rompers , cardigans and sleeping bags are always a hit. Clothing is always welcome as a maternity gift - provided you take the season and size into account. With us, for example, you will find sustainable baby clothes made of organic wool. Such a woolen romper feels wonderfully warm and is perfect for sensitive baby skin. Pay attention to the size: because babies often have size 50/56, it is smart to give something larger (size 62 or 68) so that the clothes do not become too small too quickly. Our collection of baby clothes offers nice basics that last a long time and look great on the newest resident.
Soft cuddly toys and pacifier cloths
A woolen cuddly cloth or a knitted pacifier cloth is a beautiful sustainable maternity gift. Pacifier cloths comfort a baby and are made of natural materials. At Atelier de Wevershoek we have cute woolen pacifier cloths and cuddly cloths that do not contain plastic. This way you give something personal and practical: babies love these soft cloths and they can play with them for years. Because our cuddly toys and cloths are made of 100% wool, they are also safe and environmentally friendly.
Natural care
Care products are an incredibly useful maternity gift. Choose baby care with pure, natural ingredients – for example, certified ointment or lotion without microplastics. Think of mild baby oil, nourishing ointments or a soft washing gel. With us, you will find pure shea butter in the care category, for example. This product is safe for the delicate baby skin. This way, you give a gift that can be used directly in the daily care of the little one.
Gift voucher (flexible maternity gift)
Can't decide? With a gift voucher, you give parents the freedom to choose something nice themselves. That way, they know for sure that the gift is completely appropriate. Parents can then choose sustainable clothing, care products or a pacifier cloth themselves. A gift voucher is a personal gesture and provides extra convenience - ideal if you really want to make the dad or mom happy without making mistakes.
Have you not made a choice yet or do you want to look around? Feel free to take a look in our webshop. At Atelier de Wevershoek we have an extensive range of sustainable baby clothes , pacifier cloths , cuddly toys and care products - each one lovingly designed for the little ones. Be inspired and give a maternity gift that contributes to warmth, quality and sustainability. Have fun shopping and congratulations on the birth!
Curious about our offer? Check out our webshop for the full range of sustainable maternity gifts.