Name a Star for a New Baby: Gift Ideas That Last

Short answer: Use the baby's name and birth date, add a short message, and pick a format: a star map for the nursery, a framed certificate to keep with the first photos, or a pendant for mum. It's a gift they won't outgrow, and it takes up no space.

Why does a star suit a new baby?

A birth date is one of the biggest dates a family has. A star gift is built around a date. Most baby gifts are outgrown in weeks. A certificate can sit in the nursery now and go with the child later. It also works well as a christening gift.

What are you actually giving?

We pick a real, catalogued star and record the baby's name for it in our register, once. The family gets a certificate and a star page on Find My Star. It's a symbolic name, not an official one. Parents should know that up front. Here's the detail.

How do I choose the details?

The name

Full name, or the name the family uses. Check the spelling. If you need to change it, contact us fast: we can change it before printing.

The date

The birth date is the obvious one. A christening or naming day works too.

The place

Tell us where the family lives. We only pick stars that rise above the horizon there. You can pick a constellation, like the baby's star sign. See star sign constellations.

The message

• "Welcome to the world."
• "Our little star."
• Their full name and birth date.

New baby star gift ideas

Idea	Set	Price
For the nursery wall	Signature & Star Map	£64.99
A keepsake box for later	Signature Set	£39.99
For the new mum	Ultimate Set	£164.99
For the new dad	Signature & Keepsake (keychain)	£49.99
A small gift from a friend	Gift Folio (add a wooden frame for £12)	£19.99–£29.99

What about older brothers and sisters?

They can feel left out. Name a star for them too, or use the twin stars option to put both children on one certificate.

Gifts for grandparents

Grandparents often want their own copy. Add an extra certificate. Handy if they live in another country.

Can the family find the star later?

Yes, with a star app. Named stars are faint, so you won't see one with your eyes alone. Finding the spot together can become a family thing as the child grows. Here's how.

Ideas to grow with the gift

• Open the star page together on each birthday.
• Learn the constellation as a family.
• Add a keyring or pendant later for a big birthday.

See how naming a star works and our star naming FAQ, or read full moon names by month for the month they were born.

Questions people ask

Can you send it straight to the parents?

Yes. Use their address at checkout and add a gift message.

Is it a good christening gift?

Yes. Use the christening date or birth date on the certificate.

More ideas on our new baby star page.