Gifts for expecting parents: creating a magical nursery

The word ‘magical’ really is the perfect way to sum up bringing a little one home for the first time. It’s likely that the parents-to-be will have spent the months leading up to this day prepping for this very moment, making sure that everything is just right for the new arrival. Creating a magical nursery can be a wonderful experience for expectant parents, calming their nerves and allowing them to channel their excitement into creative energy. Having a beautiful space in the home ready for their impending arrival can be a great source of comfort during pregnancy, especially if the mummy-to-be is feeling a little nervous!

Nesting

You might have heard people talking about ‘nesting’ during pregnancy. It’s not until you experience this first hand that you realise that it is a very real phenomenon. Nesting refers to a surge of energy or motivation experienced by expectant parents to prepare the home for the baby. While nesting can affect both parents, it is primarily experienced by mothers. Nesting instincts can materialise at any time during pregnancy, from conception onwards. Typically these instincts strike at a late stage in the pregnancy, making the expectant mother’s surge in energy seem particularly unusual or unexpected. For this reason, many people take this onset of energy as an indicator that labour is near. However, whether this is merely an old wives tale or something more remains to be shown.

Why nursery decor makes the perfect gift

Giving birth can be a hectic time, and expectant parents are likely to find themselves greeted by a wave of visitors wishing them well, often bearing gifts for the new arrival. The type of gifts given can vary depending on whether they’re being given before or after the birth of the impending arrival, as well as other factors such as whether they are first-time parents or not. No matter whether you’re visiting before or after the baby is due, nursery decor makes a wonderful gift for any expectant parent or new baby. Parents will love adding the finishing touches to their little one’s nursery, ready for them both to enjoy their new space.

Discover this baby room inspiration on Petite Amélie.

Essential nursery furniture for expecting parents

Our shortlist of essential nursery furniture

Cot or cot bed
Wardrobe or chest of drawers
Changing table (alternatively, a changing mat can be used on the floor)
Play area (a tummy time essential!)
Bedding

Optional extras

These optional extras can be added to your nursery for additional comfort.

Nightlight
Playpen
Bed canopy or curtains
Decorative cushions and blankets
Wall decor (why not try one of our adorable animal heads)

Gifts for expecting parents

If you are looking for gifts for expectant parents/gifts for parents, we recommend focusing on the list of optional extras. The reason for this is that they will most likely have the items on the essentials list already picked out. Otherwise, you can simply ask them what’s left of their shopping list or, if you are close, perhaps you’d like to invite them to go shopping together. If you’re still feeling unsure, you might like to check out our range of bestsellers or gift ideas.

Discover our gift ideas for expecting parents.

Nursery décor: adding a magical touch

Beyond functionality, when it comes to nursery design it’s important to leave space for some fun and creativity. These whimsical touches can add magic to your space, transforming a functional layout into a magical play area designed with your little one in mind.

Here at Petite Amélie, our range of products covers everything you need for your little one, from birth, throughout childhood and beyond. As well as this, we consider ourselves specialists in adding that little something extra, a touch of magic that transforms your child’s room into a world of their own. Much of this ‘magic’ can be achieved using a selection of textiles in the form of rugs, blankets, play tents and play mats. Different fabrics and textures are very important for young children as they explore their new home.

The foundations of a new nursery – start by choosing from our range of nursery crib sets furniture:

Walnut
Plume white
Natural

A baby bed is likely to be the first thing any expectant parent purchases for their new baby room. New parents are likely to have spent time considering their baby room ideas and choosing the perfect nursery crib sets furniture for their space. If you can, try and catch a glimpse of their existing nursery décor before choosing your gift. We’re sure the excited parents-to-be will be delighted to show you photos of their recent purchases!

For baby room ideas, consider the following themes to add character and personality to your space:

Cirque du soleil
Unicorn
Dino
Pearl blue
Taupe
Soft pink
Soft grey

Discover our Soft pink baby room with convertible cot bed.

A privilege to watch them grow, seeing a little one’s personality emerge with their likes and dislikes is such a rewarding experience. Who will they become? These are all details that can be reflected in their space through magical finishing touches. Full details of these nursery cribs sets furniture and themes can be found in our lookbook.

We hope this post has given you some insight into gifts for expecting parents/gifts for parents. Shopping for a little one can be so much fun, from the perfect soft toy to a cuddly blanket or throw cushion. Browse our complete range of carefully designed children’s nursery décor here.