Baby shower gift ideas
New parents need many small things and a few big ones. Use this checklist to choose a gift, or to build the list for a friend's baby shower.
- Free to start. Zanja keeps 5% of each donation and nothing else.
- Supporters give with Airtel Money, MTN MoMo, Zamtel Kwacha, Visa and Mastercard.
- Cash out to mobile money or a Zambian bank account (minimum K50).
Everyday essentials
- Nappies in different sizes
- Wipes
- Baby clothes from newborn to six months
- Receiving blankets and shawls
- Baby bath and towels
- Baby lotion and soap
- Feeding bottles (if the mother wants them)
Big items to buy together
- Cot or baby bed
- Pram
- Car seat
- Baby carrier
- Changing table or mat
Gifts for the mother
- Hospital bag items
- Comfortable nightdresses
- Breast pump
- A meal rota for the first weeks
Avoid duplicates
Share one list and let guests mark what they are bringing. Several friends can give towards the pram or cot together.
Ready to start?
It's free. Zanja only keeps a small fee from what is given.
Create your baby shower wish listFrequently asked questions
What is the most useful baby shower gift?
Nappies in bigger sizes and items the parents have chosen themselves. A wish list tells you exactly what is still needed.
