Another friend or family member has had a baby. It can be hard to know what you should buy for them – what will be useful? What will they appreciate? What will look thoughtful? Clothing is always a very good option, as with a newborn, you can’t have enough of it.

It might be a good idea to buy something that is slightly bigger, for example 3-6 months rather than a newborn size. This will give the baby something to grow into, and it will give the parents choices for the future.

Choose something that is more neutral – plain colours can actually be very useful as these will go with other outfits and give the parents lots of options. People will tend to buy bright and eye-catching clothes that are fun to shop for, so actually your gift will be a very practical addition to the baby’s wardrobe.

Choose clothes that come in a multipack. When you’re a new parent, the more the better! Babies tend to make a mess of their clothes pretty quickly and they’re always going to need a change.