These days it’s rare to not know the sex of your baby before it is born. A gender reveal party is an opportunity for parents-to-be to learn the sex of the baby and celebrate with their family and friends. And what better way to honor the gender reveal than with a few unique gifts?

Are Guests Required to Bring Gifts to a Gender Reveal? 

According to most etiquette sources, the answer is no. That means the host or parents-to-be should not expect any gifts and should not list registry information if sending a formal invitation. Gift-giving is typically done later in the pregnancy during a baby shower. 

Some parents, however, will combine both events into a single party and host a baby shower along with the gender reveal. In this case, you definitely need to bring a gift. If you’re unsure, check with the host or parents-to-be. 

That said, thoughtful gifts are always welcomed and appreciated. Preparing for a new baby is an exciting time, and unique gender reveal gifts help celebrate this momentous occasion! (And if you happen to be the parent-to-be who’s celebrating, just be sure to make time to write thank-you notes for the guests who gift you.)

What Types of Gifts Are Best for a Gender Reveal Party?

When in doubt, focus on a gift for the parent(s). If you aren’t sure whether the parents are planning on having a baby shower, it is also appropriate to get a gift for the baby. To be on the safe side, select gender-neutral options if you’re gifting baby.

Our Favorite Unique Gender Reveal Gift Ideas

Take a look at these unique gender reveal gifts. (Even if they aren’t having a party, these all make sweet “congratulations” gifts for the new parents). 

1. Bogg Bag Tote Bag

This versatile Bogg Bag Tote Bag is a practical yet trendy choice for anyone – even if you don’t have a baby. It’s stylish enough for a girl's weekend and large enough for a family day at the beach. Take the Bogg Bag along for all your adventures and know that its durable, washable, tip-proof, sturdy design will give you peace of mind knowing you have everything you need in one bag – just don't forget the sunscreen! 

2. Cards and/or Gift Cards

Simple and classic, you just can’t go wrong gifting a sweet card and a heartfelt congratulatory message! Check out this beautiful collection of new baby cards from Lemon Milk. And hey, if you want to add an ANB Baby e-gift card in there too, so much the better!

3. Miracle Baby Swaddle Blanket

The appropriately-named Miracle Blanket for babies is a wrap, sack, and wearable blanket all-in-one. Parents will get a perfect swaddle every time, even in the dark after a diaper change! The Miracle Blanket has been proven to extend sleep periods between feedings by helping prevent nighttime movement, the startle reflex, and separation anxiety. In other words, your baby will sleep better and longer! It comes in thirty-two different colors and prints with many unisex and gender-neutral options. It’s also one-size-fits-all for 0-14 weeks which means no newborn baby is too big or too small – a perfect newborn gift for parents-to-be!

4. Earth Mama Organics A Little Something For Mama-To-Be, Gift Box

Pregnancy brings it all on. The Earth Mama Organics A Little Something For Mama-To-Be Gift Box says “I get it. This will help.” This 5-piece, cruelty-free, travel-size set includes ginger fresh deodorant, ginger fresh Castille body wash, belly butter, belly oil, and orange ginger lip balm.

5. Sophie La Girafe Natural Rubber Teether Toy

Sophie La Girafe is a classic – the most beloved teether for over 60 years! Sophie is very flexible and has lots of parts for the baby to taste (ears, horns, legs). She is perfect for soothing a baby’s sore gums when teething and is completely safe. Made of 100% natural rubber and food paint.

6. Earth Mama Organics Organic Nipple Butter

Nursing can be tough on a body. Help a mama-to-be out with this soothing, cruelty-free Earth Mama Organics Organic Nipple Butter. It’s botanical-rich, lanolin-free, and non-sticky. It moisturizes dry skin and brings nipples back to their happy place. And since it just might end up in the baby’s mouth, it’s Non-GMO Project Verified. So there’s no need to wash it off before nursing!

7. Mary Meyer Putty Nursery Character Blanket, Hound Dog

Life is easier with a friend you can hold on to easily. The Mary Meyer Putty Nursery Character Hound Dog Blanket is a plush stuffed character that sits atop the center of the blanket. Like all Mary Meyer Putty Nursery animals, this sweet hound dog blanket has luxurious fabric, a neutral color palette, and sophistication for today’s baby world of room decor, toys, and clothing.

8. Mushie Nesting Stars Toy

The Mushie Nesting Stars Toy is a hit with babies! Little ones will love matching the colors while exploring their fine motor skills with this beautiful nesting star toy set. It helps develop hand-eye coordination, balance, gripping strength, trunk control, gross motor skills, and crossing midline exercises. This sweet set is made from 100% non-toxic BPA and phthalate-free plastic.

9. Earth Mama Organics Organic Skin and Scar Balm

The Earth Mama Organics Organic Skin and Scar Balm, formulated by a nurse and herbalist, helps reduce the appearance of scars and stretch marks. Made with organic herbs and oils, cruelty-free Organic Skin & Scar Balm is here to help cheer mama’s skin on as it does its heroic duty. This balm contains no petroleum, parabens, or artificial fragrance and has been clinically tested for irritation.

10. Manhattan Toy Atom Teether Toy

The Manhattan Toy Atom rattle and teether toy is a perfect clutching toy for developing gross motor skills. The plastic rings slide back and forth along the flexible dowels when shaken, producing a soft, pleasing rattle, allowing baby to explore cause and effect.

11. Earth Mama Organics Organic Herbal Sitz Bath

Take care “down there” with herbal compresses filled with organic herbs traditionally used to soothe and comfort the nethers during pregnancy or after childbirth. The Earth Mama Organics Organic Herbal Sitz Bath is packed in easy-to-use, individual herbal sachets, each one is perfect for one use. Use as a sitz bath, or use the brewed infusion to make postpartum “padsicles” or compresses. 

12. Mustela Newborn Arrival Gift Set, Baby Bathtime & Skin Care Essentials

The sweet Mustela Newborn Arrival Gift Set contains five essential, natural skin care products specifically designed to help protect and hydrate a baby's delicate skin. The set is packaged in a deluxe keepsake box and includes the necessities for bath time, hydration, diaper change, and quick clean-ups. It includes foam shampoo, cleansing gel, no-rinse cleansing water, body lotion, and diaper rash cream. Products are paraben, phthalate, and phenoxyethanol free and hypoallergenic.

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