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Welcoming a child into the world is a joyful event worthy of grand celebration. And while well wishes, meal trains, and promises of free future babysitting all go a long way, you may feel inclined to commemorate a little one’s arrival with a thoughtful gift.

Understandably, it may seem most appropriate to bring something special for the newborn baby—after all, it is their birthday—but it’s also considerate to gift the parents or caregivers, an older sibling, or the family as a whole with a kind gesture that highlights how monumental and wonderful this new sibling is to their crew. The recognition of the big change, new roles, and a new beginning will surely be appreciated regardless of the recipient of your love and celebration.

Even if your bestie’s pre-pregnancy style was more catwalk than lounging on the couch, they’ll still want—need!—some comfy joggers after baby’s arrival. Kindred Bravely’s Bamboo Maternity & Postpartum Joggers make a great gift because they are temperature-regulating, keeping you cozy in the colder months and cooler when it heats up. They also feel soft and luxurious and feature an elastic waistband with a drawstring for comfort, three pockets for convenience, and are available in four great neutral colors. Pair it with the matching crew pullover for a complete outfit they won’t want to take off.

Purple Carrot specializes in plant-based fare packed with the protein and nutrients new birth parents need to nourish their bodies to promote healing. Each prepared meal is 100% vegan (which is great if your breastfeeding co-worker is cutting out dairy and surviving on granola bars and hummus) and can be heated and served in less than five minutes. Enjoy delicious flavors like Thai peanut noodles, Cuban-style black beans, chilled orzo salad, and mac-n-cheese. These meals can also be shipped frozen, or you can customize a box with prepared meals, meal kits, and even grocery items.

For a loved one you truly want to honor, this multi-gemstone bracelet from MEJURI, a leader in accessible fine jewelry, is an investment piece that will keep on giving. Made with 14k gold, your choice of colored gemstone, and five small diamonds, this dainty, minimalist design can be worn daily and will serve as a sweet reminder of their new baby and your close friendship.

Sure, any coffee will do, but your pal who’s adjusting to the exhaustion of newborn life will probably appreciate an instant caffeine kick they can make with one hand in a snap. Verve specializes in hand-roasted, small-batch craft coffee made with premium, sustainably sourced ingredients from Columbia. There are many different blends to choose from featuring different notes and flavor profiles, including citrus, floral, almond, chocolate and molasses, and other fruit. Each individual pack comes with six servings of coffee, or you can opt for the larger 4.4-ounce bag. Bonus: It can also be tossed into a diaper bag for a pick-me-up on-the-go!

There are bound to be some long nights feeding, rocking, and soothing baby; an audiobook can help keep caregivers entertained and awake during longer stretches where stimulation is needed. We love Libro.fm’s credit bundles because users purchase audiobooks through independent bookstores (you can even choose which one!), providing support to a local business and a great listening experience. Bundles range from two to 24 credits that never expire and can be redeemed for over 400,000 audiobooks.

Spoiler alert: A newborn’s schedule does not revolve around anyone’s needs to eat throughout the day. Thankfully, the Hydro Flask 20-ounce insulated food jar will keep your meal hot for hours, so you can return to it as needed. This container has a double-wall vacuum that protects food temperature, pro-grade stainless steel for durability and no flavor transfer, a leakproof design, and an easy-grip lid. It’s also dishwasher-safe and BPA-free.

With all the hustle and bustle surrounding the newest family member, older siblings can feel a bit lost in the shuffle. A fresh pair of adorable pajamas is a great way to make them feel special and seen—plus, kids always seem to need more jammies! Norani’s soft organic cotton sleepwear features a longer top to prevent shirts from riding up at night and relaxed hand and foot openings to encourage self-dressing. You can also personalize any set of pajamas to make this sibling gift more memorable. Sizes 12 months to 8 years

These identical hand-knit dolls from cuddle+kind are a fun way to help a big kid see themselves as a big sibling. You can even encourage the older child to participate in gift-giving by presenting the smaller doll to their baby sibling. Each cuddle+kind doll is sustainably made from premium 100% cotton yarn and stuffed with hypoallergenic polyfill. They are also non-toxic, safety standard certified, and knit for durability. There are dozens of doll designs to choose from, and for every item sold, the brand will provide 10 meals to needy children. Available in 13-inch dolls and a larger 20-inch version.

Keep kiddos entertained with this interactive ice cream play kit from Earth Grown KidDoughs. It features realistic Neapolitan ice cream, cones, toppings, and tools for scooping and serving yummy treats. This sensory activity will inspire imagination and promote open-ended play, which exhausted parents will appreciate with little-to-no energy for a trip to the playground. It’s also natural, washable, and available as either scented or unscented. Ages 3+

A quality keepsake blanket is an excellent gift for little ones and their proud parents. Linen + tots’ hand-embroidered 100% organic cotton knit baby blanket is a beautiful and timeless item that will be cherished for years to come. It can be used in newborn or monthly update photos or as nursery decor. We’re especially fans of the gorgeous stitching detail available in pink, cognac, cream, or mustard, and the option to add a floral detail if desired. Personalization is also available for baby sweaters, sleepers, onesies, and more—how sweet!

While baby won’t begin to interact with playthings until around 6 months of age, a soft and squishy ratte still provides a safe toy to use during tummy time, stroller walks, or for exploring sound and texture. Estella’s baby rattles are handcrafted in Peru by local artists with organic cotton and eco-friendly dyes, are easy to hold, and are machine-washable (gentle cycle only). The Estella NYC hotdog rattle is a fun, tasty, and nitrate-free treat for your little one. If you want to add something extra, check out Estella’s collection of New York City-themed goodies to create a made-for-baby bundle.

Adding to a newbie’s library is a beautiful gesture. Take it a step further by writing a heartfelt note on the inside of a book cover. Expressing congratulations and your hopes or affections for the new baby will be a touching tribute to the time when they became a family. You Are New by Lucy Knisley is an easy read with bright, fun illustrations everyone will enjoy during storytime. And when baby is older, they will get a kick out of reading your note from when they were born.

When there’s a new baby in town, comfort food is on the menu. And what better way to bring the whole family together than with ice cream—really, really good ice cream. Jeni’s creates from-scratch recipes featuring an eclectic mix of flavors and textures unique to the brand. This Gimme Chocolate Collection comes with six premium pints, including Green Mint Chip, Boston Cream Pie, Cookies in Cream, Milkiest Chocolate, Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate Flecks, and Darkest Chocolate flavors. They also offer dairy- and gluten-free collection options. Nationwide shipping is available.

Just because new parents are too busy to buy groceries—much less check the status of herbs in the refrigerator—doesn’t mean everyone has to go without fresh cilantro on their Tuesday night tacos. This sleek self-watering herb container from Cribsi holds up to three standard-sized herbs at a time. Simply place the herbs in their plastic pots on the included capillary mat; the mat absorbs water from the bottom reservoir, continually providing water to the plants. Your cilantro, parsley, and rosemary (or whatever herbs you fancy) will stay crisp and delicious for days. This container also has a convenient carry handle for moving around the kitchen and brightening up the countertop.

If your friend or loved one documented their pregnancy on social media (or privately via email and texts), you can create an Instagram Friendly Book from Artifact Uprising that chronicles their prenatal journey from start to finish. Each book boasts a textured matte cover, 100% recycled pages, curated layouts, and a small square design perfect for Instagram images. Not sure about creating a personalized book? Send a gift card instead. Users can connect directly to their Instagram profile (no uploading required) and create something extra special for themselves in the future.