25 Best Big Sister Gifts to Help Welcome a New Baby
Celebrate her big promotion to big sis.
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Welcoming a family member comes with all sorts of emotions for the big sibling. There could be anxieties about change and worries that the new baby is going to take all of the attention, alongside excitement about being a mentor figure who gets to show the ropes to a new partner in crime. A gift won't easily smooth the transition to big-siblinghood, but sometimes, they can help.
From toddlers to older kids, we found thoughtful gifts for the daughter about to be promoted to big-sis status. Some are items of clothing that will help her exclaim her newfound status to the world (and look cute in new family portraits). Others are books and toys that might help them process what to expect, and the emotions that come with a new sibling. Some are toys (like baby dolls and a play stroller) that'll let her practice caring for the new baby.
Our top picks
- Best value: Big Sister Activity Book
- Gift for toddlers: Madame Alexander Sweet Smiles Baby Doll
- Personalized gift for 3-year-olds: Customized 'The Super, Incredible Big Sister' Book
- Cute gift for 5-year-olds: Big Sis Bracelet
This chunky knit sweater embroidered with "Big Sister" is adorable no matter her age—there are sizes from 0-3 months to 6-7 years. Hint: Having your daughter flaunt this stylish sweater can also be a nonchalant way to reveal your pregnancy to family and friends.
Filled with a touching story and an array of fun activities, this Big Sister book will help her feel celebrated in her new role. There are coloring pages, mazes, sign language lessons, jokes, song lyrics, gifts to make, and more. Ages 2+
She'll love practicing her bottle feeding skills on this FurReal cow that makes 50 different sounds and motions. Not only did it go viral around Christmas time, but it won a Good Housekeeping Toy Award. One parent reported that her kid enjoyed it so much, she treated it like her baby and had it with her at all times. Ages 4+
If she loves stealing your water bottle, surprise her with her very own, engraved with her name and her new title: Big Sister. The double-walled stainless steel tumblr, silicone straw, and plastic lid are top-rack dishwasher safe.
For older kids—NB: the small beads can be choking hazards—everything looks better as a bracelet. If they want to turn being a big sister into the next Taylor Swift-style jewelry fad, this bracelet is it. It comes in several color palettes, too.
In terms of gift bundles, this is the ultimate. The three-piece set comes with a toddler-size "big sister" crown, a I Hereby Crown You Big Sister storybook and a soft doll that's wearing the same crown. It's perfect for anyone going through a princess phase. Ages 3+
Have you heard? Peppa has a new little sister, Evie, and the Pig house has grown. This seven-bedroom playhouse, a Good Housekeeping Toy Award winner, comes with all three siblings, plus 11 accessories and a sticker sheet. Peppa, George, and Evie each have their own bedroom, just like in the show. Ages 3+
There's nothing groovier than being a big sister, and this matching set, with its psychedelic font, proves it. The colors coordinate even though they're slightly different, which shows how sibling scan be similar but still unique.
This book is told from the point of view of a big sister, so it starts with an empathetic framework. It acknowledges that babies can be messy and chaotic, but reminds kids that they were once babies, too, and they have a lot to share with their new siblings. Ages 4+
Oftentimes when a new baby enters the house, a big sister wants a baby of their own to take care of. This 14" baby, from famed doll makers Madame Alexander, has a soft body with a molded head and eyes that really open and close. It also comes wearing a sweet koala outfit, though you can find it in other outfits/skin tones. Ages 1+
Siblings come with lots of changes, and this bundle is designed to help kids with all the social-emotional skills they need to weather that change. It comes with a book called Your Love Stays the Same, a fox "snuggler" for kids to cuddle and tell their troubles to, and an affirmation card that says, "When something is new, I can get through." Ages 0+
One thing that makes it easier for a big sister to accept that they're not the baby anymore is to remind them what big kids can do that babies can't—like carry all their favorites around in cute little purses. This faux leather purse is available in two sizes, depending on their age, and a number of colors.
Two hugging puppies, each with a name on the ear, what can be a cuter way to represent the sibling bond? These can be separated and played with individually, but they look adorable when they're in an embrace. Each ear can be personalized with a name up to 9 letters, and you can also get monkeys. Ages 2+
Big sisters will be wowed to see their name and the baby's name enshrined in this book—it'll feel like it's made just for them. The rhyming story describes how the siblings will have lifelong adventures together, and it comes with a "Super Incredible Big Sister" award that can be worn around the house. There's also a paperback version, or a separate version for twins.
When it comes to kid gifts, stuffed animals are always a welcome delight. This bear is 12 inches tall and proudly wears an "I'm the Big Sister" shirt, which the child in your life can match. Ages 1+
Why should the new baby get the sweet ride? This doll carrier looks just like a full-size Tula carrier, but it's meant for the big sis to use with her toys. Bonus: It's machine-washable!
When it comes to tricky emotional situations, nobody handled them better than writer Amy Krouse Rosenthal. This has short rhyming text, so it's good for the littler ones. Ages 2+
She'll be proud to show off her big-sister status in this sweatshirt, which has preppy, big-kid, varsity-style letters. And, paired with the matching Lil' Sis bodysuit, they'll look great in those first family photos.
If there's a pair out there that represents total #SisterGoals, it's Bluey and Bingo. Help her realize she's gaining a Bingo with this pair of plush pups. Then, she'll see how she and her sis are a package deal. Ages 3+
Kids are going to want to imitate what the adults to when it comes to taking care of a baby. With her new baby doll, she can pretend to feed it, take it on walks, and put it down for naps with this accessory set. Good Housekeeping Institute testers say it really inspired their kids' pretend play, which is why it won a Good Housekeeping Best Toy Award. Ages 2+
Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky.
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