Sibling Gift Ideas: How to Celebrate Big Brothers & Sisters

Make the new-baby moment special for everyone

When a new baby arrives, all eyes (and cuddles!) naturally go to the newest member of the family — but it’s a big moment for older siblings too. Becoming a big brother or sister is exciting, a little emotional, and sometimes even confusing.

A thoughtful gift can help your older child feel just as special, included, and celebrated during this big transition — and when paired with a personalised welcome gift for the new baby, it creates a beautiful family moment everyone remembers.

Why It’s Important to Include Siblings in the Celebration

Welcoming a baby changes family dynamics overnight. While parents are busy feeding, cuddling, and settling the newborn, the older child might start to wonder where they fit in this new picture.

Giving them a “Big Brother” or “Big Sister” gift helps:

• Encourage bonding with the new baby

• Reinforce their special “big” role in the family

• Ease any feelings of jealousy or being left out

• Create positive memories of the baby’s arrival

Even small gestures — like a matching blanket or engraved keepsake — can have a big emotional impact.

Gift Ideas for the Big Brother or Sister

These sibling gifts are all about making older children feel seen and celebrated while encouraging connection with the new baby.

1. Personalised “Big Brother / Big Sister” Hoodies or T-Shirts

A soft, embroidered hoodie or tee proudly showing their new title makes them beam with pride. Match colours or fonts to the baby’s outfit for that aww-factor in sibling photos.

💡 Bonus idea: Include both names (“Olivia’s Big Sister” or “Luca’s Little Brother”) for a cute, keepsake touch.

2. Matching Personalised Backpacks or Overnight Bags

Perfect for hospital visits or sleepovers at Grandma’s while the baby settles in. Big siblings can pack their own “essentials” in their own backpack while baby has a matching mini version for nappies and bottles.

These make adorable photo moments and practical gifts that grow with the kids.

3. Embroidered Cuddle Toys

Older siblings can have their own plush companion — maybe even a “twin” of the baby’s toy. Choose soft toys with embroidered names or birth dates so both children have their own matching keepsakes.

4. Personalised Storybook Featuring Both Kids

Storybooks that include both children’s names are a beautiful bedtime ritual. The older sibling feels like the hero in the story, while the baby becomes their little sidekick.

You can include this book in your “Welcome Baby” gift box to encourage bonding through reading time.

5. Mini “Helper” Kit

Put together a little basket for the big sibling — complete with a “Big Brother” badge, toy bottle, wipes, and soft toy. They’ll love helping Mum and Dad with baby’s care, pretending they’re a mini parent.

Gift Ideas for the New Baby

You can pair sibling gifts with a personalised baby item for a heart-warming “sibling duo” gift set. Some perfect combinations include:

Ideal for Multi-Child Families and Corporate Baby Gifts

Sibling gift sets aren’t just for family purchases — they’re a brilliant idea for corporate gifting too.

When a team member or client welcomes a new baby, sending a personalised gift that acknowledges both the baby and older siblings adds a thoughtful, human touch that parents never forget. It shows genuine care for the family, not just the new arrival.

Thoughtful, Personal, and Uniquely Theirs

At Fauve + Co, we love helping families mark these once-in-a-lifetime moments. Every embroidered blanket, engraved keepsake, or personalised backpack is designed to celebrate connection — between siblings, parents, and the newest little person in their world.

So, when you’re choosing a new baby gift, why not make it a family gift? Celebrate the big brother or sister too — because every milestone deserves to be wrapped in love (and a little embroidery).