The birth of a new baby spreads a real sense of joy. I remember receiving cards and presents from people I barely even knew - all of my mother's work colleagues sent a gift; friends of friends; neighbours I only said ‘hello' to in passing - you name it, just about everybody connected with me wanted to say ‘Congratulations!' The house was filled to the brim with cards, balloons, flowers and presents, the kindness and generosity of which was much appreciated.

With an ever-expanding choice of baby products on the market, selecting the perfect gift for new parents and their baby can be daunting. Child-safety product manufacturer Clippasafe has a number of practical ideas that offer safety and peace of mind.

Noah's Ark has been a classic toy for a new arrival throughout the ages.

Branching Out^TM from John Crane Ltd is now set to sprinkle its own magic on this traditional toy. The wooden ark with a metal decking and roof is the ideal vehicle to house the charming wooden animals - two by two of course!

Since their introduction to the UK and Ireland in 2004 Taggies comforters, books and toys have become some of the best-selling, most-treasured accessories or gifts for every new baby.

Bright Yellow Oopsie Daisy is the latest exclusive design to join the growing Taggies Colours Collection.

If you are looking for fun, unique and educational gifts for babies and young children, look no further than FunToSee^TM sticker products. Our wall décor stickers are easy to apply; removable and repositionable; splash-proof and washable; and make great gifts.

Tippitoes launched its Mini Bath to instant acclaim at Cologne. After considering a range of product ideas the Company believes that in the Mini Bath it has the optimum solution for safely and comfortably bathing the very young. Willing "Guinea Pig", Sue Black mother of 4 including newborn Barney commented: "It's incredibly easy to use because it gives you a free pair of hands without the worry of the baby slipping down as it offers support.

When looking for an innovative gift for a new baby, what could be more valuable than a present which will encourage mum to give him the best gift of all - breastfeeding?

The Janet Theodore Breast Feeding Pouch allows mums to confidently breast feed their babies in public, safe in the knowledge that their modesty is protected. It is designed to enhance a mother's experience of nurturing, with a large attached privacy blanket and generous sized pouch with plenty of room for a growing baby.

When looking for that extra special gift for a new arrival Miracle Scarves and Bands from Yes! SuperBaby offer a unique solution. Worn by the parent and played with by baby, Miracle toys provide both with important bonding time. Designed to educate, stimulate and entertain they provide a multi-sensory experience with bold colours, interesting textures and exciting sounds for baby to explore.

There's no better way to remember a child's special day than with Enesco's brand new Classic Pooh photo frames inspired by the famous rhyme honouring the Days of the Week.

Established distributor CN Sales & Marketing has been appointed as the UK distributor for the range of infant development toys, play mats, buggy toys and cot mobiles from Jollybaby.

Jollybaby is an established global brand that understands little ones and their needs and strives to design and develop products designed specifically for babies and toddlers from birth to 3 years old.

Freya Design's wooden memory boxes are a wonderful, lasting gift for newborn babies, christenings and birthdays. The range, all designed in the UK, are made from only the finest New Zealand pine and European alder and birch.

Our sumptuous snuggle robes and towels are perfect for bath time.

Our silky soft micro fleece robes embellished with striped seersucker trims and polka dot ribbons are fully lined with soft cotton jersey. They feature pockets, a generous hood and a felt motif.

Parents, grandparents and friends will always flock to buy gifts when a new baby arrives, making the nursery industry more recession resistant than most. A very lucrative target market, grandparents are responsible for buying baby and nursery equipment for half of mums. Friends, particularly those with no children of their own, also have a propensity for buying nursery equipment as gifts - with over a third of mums expecting nursery equipment to be bought as a gift: "The general ethos is that where there's an event, there's a spending opportunity," says market research specialist, Mintel.

Looking to stock the perfect gift for mums to be & new babies is easier said than done. With so much choice where do you start?  2012 Ltd has done all the hard work for you!

Award-winning Cuddledry apron towels are a bestselling gift for newborns - favourites with grandparents, work colleagues, friends and family. 

Chiggs Ltd are designers and suppliers of the Baby Feed Wheel, Baby Medicine Wheel and Get Well Wheel; practical products for parents that are also beautiful and useful new baby congratulations cards and gifts.

Babou have burst on to the nursery scene with some fantastic bed , bath  and gift products which are gaining lots of press attention. The toweling robes with cute embroideries were recently featured in the Saturday Telegraph Magazine ,whilst the bedding and accessories have had rave reviews in May's Homes and Gardens.

The latest addition to the Stellina Baby collection is a selection of blankies representing children's favourite animals like elephants, ladybirds and dinosaurs, which are launching at the beginning of May.

Ticking all the right boxes when it comes to finding a gift for baby, the Infantino range is hard to beat. Whether looking for a thoughtful gift that will stimulate baby's senses and help develop vital physical and cognitive skills, or just looking for something that is pure and simple fun, Infantino toys will fit the bill and are packaged and presented beautifully to help create that ‘wow' factor when the gift is unwrapped.