Gifts for New Parents: Gift Ideas for Moms & Dads

Welcoming a baby into the world is a joyful and unforgettable milestone — not just for the parents, but for all the friends and family eager to celebrate the journey. And what better way to honor the moment than with a meaningful piece of jewelry?

A personalized gift captures memories, emotions, and heartfelt wishes for the future. Here’s your complete guide to the latest trends, most-loved styles, and how to make your gift for expecting parents truly unforgettable.

Gift Ideas for Expecting Parents

Jewelry designed for expecting parents is a symbol of love, connection, and new beginnings. While there are plenty of ways to surprise moms or dads-to-be individually (we’ll get to those), giving a matching piece that celebrates the upcoming birth is always a cherished gesture.

Add a personal touch with engraved names, meaningful dates, or symbolic motifs — transforming every piece into a cherished keepsake. From delicate necklaces to bold bracelets and charms you can personalize and collect, there’s something for every style and story.

Trending Personalized Jewelry for New Arrivals

One popular idea? A Composable® bracelet with family-themed Links — like one that says “Mom” alongside a pink flower charm to highlight her new and exciting role.

Other trending gift options include:

- Baby Footprint Links: featuring Links with tiny feet and hearts in blue or pink— a sweet way to mark a baby girl or boy’s birth.

- Symbolic charms: a teddy bear pendant, and any other symbol that evokes childhood.

Custom engraved jewelry gifts always leave a lasting impression — especially when they’re this personal. With Nomination, you can engrave a piece of jewellery with the baby’s name or a meaningful word. Simply upload your message online, and in just a few days, your custom-engraved keepsake will arrive, ready to surprise the new parents at the baby shower!

Gift Ideas for Moms-to-Be

When it comes to gift for new mums, nothing feels more meaningful than a piece of jewelry that tells a story. Think heartfelt details: the Sempre con Me bracelet with its delicate heart charm — a timeless symbol of love that never fades. Or the Love Message bracelet, with an engravable heart, perfect for adding the baby’s name and turning it into a keepsake she’ll treasure forever. For a personal touch with style, a Link featuring the baby’s birthstone makes a beautiful, symbolic gesture she’ll wear close every day.

The "Angel Caller": A Classic Gift for Expecting Moms

The Angel Caller is one of those rare pieces of jewelry that speaks straight to the heart. Also known as the Harmony Ball or Mexican Bola, this timeless necklace is traditionally gifted to moms-to-be and carries with it a beautiful belief: that a soft chime worn close to the bump can gently call a guardian angel to watch over both mother and baby. With every movement, the pendant releases a delicate sound — a calming melody that turns this piece into a quiet companion throughout pregnancy. More than just jewelry, it's a symbol of protection, presence, and unconditional love.

For those looking for equally meaningful gifts for new moms, there are modern pieces that capture the same emotion. A Composable® bracelet, personalized with Links that celebrate motherhood, becomes a story told through cherished details. Or a split heart pendant in sterling silver and adorned with cubic zirconia, designed to be shared between mother and child — a lasting reminder that wherever life takes them, they’ll always carry a part of each other.

What to Gift Dads-to-Be

Let’s not forget — new dads deserve something special, too.

So what makes a meaningful gift for a dad-to-be? Jewelry remains a classic (and always appreciated) choice, especially when it’s personalized. A thoughtful idea is the Nomination Composable® bracelet with the “I love my family” Link — a heartfelt message he can wear every day. Or go for a bold yet simple touch with the “Best Dad Ever” Link in gold and enamel — a small detail packed with love.

If you're looking to create something truly unique for him, there are plenty of other stylish options:

– Leather or stainless steel bracelets, like the versatile Instinctstyle Sea Edition, offer a modern, masculine feel — perfect for everyday wear.

– Minimal accessories for men, such as a keyring engraved with the baby’s initial or the date of the big day, like the Made For You keychain, add a subtle personal touch he’ll carry with pride.

A Jewelry Gift for Both Mom and Dad

Nomination offers endless gift ideas when it comes to celebrating life’s big moments. A custom piece of jewelry for expecting parents is more than a gift — it’s a way of saying “We’re with you on this journey.”

And really, what’s more special than giving (or receiving) something made just for you — something that reflects your personality, passions, and life’s most beautiful milestones?

Explore Nomination’s constantly updated collections of Composable® bracelets, themed charms, and engraving options — all ready to be customized.

Want more inspiration and tips on how to make your gift unique? Visit the Nomination website to discover ideas and our expert tips to help you create a meaningful, unforgettable gift — one that truly celebrates the wonder of new life.