New Baby Flowers: What to Send to New Parents
A new baby is the newest beginning there is. Welcome flowers should be soft, fresh and gentle, and new parents will thank you for something that needs no vase and no water.
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The best flowers to give
Primrose 1
Named from prima rosa, "the first rose", the flower of youth and new beginnings. Made for a newborn.
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Apple blossom 2
Hope and good fortune for a whole new life. Pink buds opening into white flowers.
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Which colours to choose
- Soft pastels: pale pink, white, cream, lavender and yellow.
- Gentle mixed colours rather than bold reds.
When not to give it
- Strongly scented flowers around a newborn. Heavy fragrance and pollen are best kept away from tiny babies.
- Lilies in any home with cats.
- Huge arrangements: new parents have no time to care for them. A digital bouquet asks nothing of them.
Gifting tips
- Address the message to the parents and the baby by name if you know it.
- Offer help in the message: a meal, an errand, a visit when they're ready.
- Send it a few days after the birth, when the first rush of messages has passed.
Short messages to send with it
“Welcome to the world, little one!” Use this →
“Congratulations on your beautiful new arrival.” Use this →
“So much love for your little family today.” Use this →
“The world just got a little brighter. Congratulations!” Use this →
“Wishing your baby a lifetime of health and happiness.” Use this →
Questions
What flowers are good for a new baby?
Soft, gently scented flowers in pastel colours, like primroses, apple blossom, narcissus and white lilac.
Is it safe to send flowers to a newborn?
Avoid strong scents and lots of pollen around newborns. A digital bouquet avoids the issue completely.
What colour flowers for a baby boy or girl?
Pastels suit any baby. Pale pink, blue, yellow, white and lavender are all lovely.
What do you write on new baby flowers?
Congratulate the parents, welcome the baby by name, and offer a little help if you can.