I love giving books as baby shower gifts, because reading to kids from the beginning is the best way to share a love of reading! This list contains some adorable new kid’s books that share loving messages for little ones, and they are sweet books for baby shower gifts!

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You are New

Written by Lucy Knisley

This rhyming board book celebrates all of the things that babies can do, even when they are new! From looking and stretching to tasting and cuddling, there are lots of things that babies can do. The rhyming font also looks ahead to all of the things that kids can do as they grow, as well as all the love that surrounds them.

I Am a Baby

Written by Bob Shea

This sweet and hilarious book uses simple sentences to share all of the emotions that people feel when a new baby comes. From sleepiness to happiness, there are lots of big emotions felt by mom, dad, the pets, and more. The illustrations show some incredibly relatable scenarios for new parents, making this a fun one for them to read as well.

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Because I’m New

Written by Brad Sneed

Celebrate the joy of siblings with this sweet book! Told from the perspective of a new baby, the text explains all of the difficult changes that come with becoming a big sibling. The simple illustrations celebrate the highs and lows of this confusing time as well. The end of the book shares a positive look toward the future when your siblings become your oldest friends.

Welcome to Your World

Written by Smriti Prasadam-Halls and illustrated by Jaime Kim

This book introduces little ones to the world, celebrating the beauty of nature and the love to be found in it. The gentle rhyming text and beautifully colored illustrations highlight the love between animal parents and children, while also sharing many beautiful sights in nature. The ending reminds children that the world will love them, and encourages them to love it back.

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Auntie Loves You

Written by Helen Foster James and illustrated by Petra Brown

This adorable book makes a great gift from a loving aunt to a little one. Join an aunt bunny and her little bunny niece or nephew as they go on adventures together. The sweet rhyming text shares loving words from the aunt, offering promises of adventures and a lifetime of love. The gentle illustrations show the two bunnies playing and having fun together, highlighting their special bond.

Welcome to the World

Written by Helen Foster James and illustrated by Petra Brown

This beautiful book celebrates all kinds of sweet moments and milestones in a baby’s young life. From yawns in the morning to cuddles at night, the text explores all kinds of wonders and newness in a child’s first year. The beautiful, gentle illustrations show the two bunny parents doting on their child and celebrating the big and little milestones together.

Our Wish for You: A Story about Open Adoption

Written by Dano Moreno and illustrated by Ryan O’Rourke

This book follows a pair of adoptive parents and a birth mother as they come together to watch a little baby grow and flourish. The loving text shares how the birth mother wished for great things for her child, and found the parents who could give that to him or her. The colorful illustrations highlight the love between all of the people involved, and the back of the book includes an author’s note about open adoptions and the inspiration for the book.

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You’re Loved

Written by Liz Climo

This hilarious book shares relatable experiences for parents and children, with rhyming text and adorable animal illustrations. From sweet milestones to frustrating moments, parents will recognize a lot of themselves and their little ones in the book. The message of enduring love adds a sweet touch to the end of the book as well.

I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know

Written by Leslie Odom, Jr. & Nicolette Robinson and illustrated by Joy Hwang Ruiz

This beautiful book shares enduring messages of love between parents and children. The rhyming text celebrates all the ups and downs of childhood and parenthood, repeating the promise that the parents will always love their children. The gorgeous illustrations are full of bright colors, and highlight the love between parents and children of various races, ages, and family situations.

What are your favorite sweet books for baby shower gifts? Share them in the comments below!

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