New Baby Flowers and Gifts: What to Send New Parents

A new baby is one of life's happiest moments, and flowers are a popular way to congratulate the parents. A bouquet celebrates the arrival, and it also gives the new mum something lovely to look at during long days at home. This guide helps you choose flowers and gifts for a newborn.

Flowers for the new mum

Choose soft, lightly scented flowers in pastel colours. Gerberas, roses and mixed bouquets in pink, peach and white are all popular. Strong scents can be overwhelming for someone who is tired or sensitive after birth. Browse baby gifts and gerbera.

Do you need pink or blue?

Pink for a girl and blue for a boy are traditions, not requirements. Many parents like neutral colours, and any cheerful bouquet is welcome.

Hospital or home?

Check with the family. Some maternity wards restrict flowers, or the room may be small. If the mother is still in hospital, it can be easier to send the flowers home a few days later. See our tips in get well soon flowers, which also apply to hospital visits.

Think about pets

If the family has a cat or a dog, avoid lilies and check the other flowers. See pet-safe flowers.

Gifts to go with the flowers

A small gift for the baby or a treat for the parents completes the present. Browse our baby gifts and hampers.

A card for new parents

Herzlichen Glückwunsch zur Geburt (congratulations on the birth) or Willkommen auf der Welt (welcome to the world) are both lovely. Add the baby's name if you know it, and keep the message warm.

Sending flowers from a distance

If you cannot visit, you can send flowers to the family's home. See how to send flowers to Germany for the details.

Related reading

• Pet-Safe Flowers: Which Bouquets Are Safe for Cats and Dogs
• Thank You Flowers: How to Say Danke with a Bouquet
• Get Well Soon Flowers: What to Send to Someone in Hospital