12 Best Newborn Hats to Top Off Baby’s Outfit

Newborn skin is sensitive, which is why we love these organic, hypoallergenic and super-smooth baby beanies. The newborn hats are sold in versatile neutrals, bright solid colors and super-sweet patterns, so there’s truly a set for everyone.

Buy it: Starting from $16 for a set of 3, Amazon.com

What’s so great about knotted newborn beanies? The top knots are adjustable so your kid can wear them well beyond the newborn phase. These ones come in a whole range of trendy prints. They’re also soft, breathable and just stretchy enough to keep baby comfortable.

Buy it: $13 each, Amazon.com

There’s something extra-special about personalized newborn hats, especially when they serve as newborn hospital hats perfect for those first family photos. These baby beanies come customized with your infant’s name and are available in multiple neutral colors.

Buy it: Starting from $8 each with personalization, Etsy.com

Of course, knotted baby beanies aren’t the only newborn hats for boys and girls. These knit cap-style newborn baby hats have the dreamiest patterns and one even comes with attached ears—how cute!

Buy it: $8 for a set of 3, Target.com

This ultra-charming design combines two of the most photo-ready styles into one truly aww-worthy cap: a personalized newborn hat and a newborn hat with a bow! The knit accessory is undeniably cozy and you even get to customize the colors.

Buy it: $10, Etsy.com

How about a funny newborn beanie to add to the mix? This striped knit hat reads “I have arrived” and comes with two other caps to boot. And like all the best newborn beanies, it’s machine-washable—because convenience is key during early parenthood.

Buy it: $7 for a set of 3, BuyBuyBaby.com

The unique newborn beanie patterns keep on coming! These newborn hat sets include one simple, solid cap, plus a fun, printed one that’ll help your kid stand out from the rest of the babies in the hospital delivery wing.

Buy it: $22 for a set of 2, Nordstrom.com

You might as well stock up on baby beanies—like we said, convenience is key and doing laundry is exhausting. These newborn baby boy and girl hats are sold in sets of six, and adorably patterned ones at that.

Buy it: $17 for a set of 6, Amazon.com

No wonder newborn hats with bows are some of the most popular types of newborn girl hats—this pink knit cap is too-cute. Better yet, it comes with two baby beanies: one solid one and one pretty floral one.

Buy it: $6 for a set of 3, Target.com

Get this personalized newborn hat as a classic beanie, a top-knot beanie or both! The design is definitely cute enough to justify buying multiples. Just note that these knit newborn hats are spot-clean only, so consider saving them for special occasions.

Buy it: $18 each, Etsy.com

This dreamy set of five includes one of our favorite newborn hat designs: a knit cap designed to look like a lamb, complete with ears! Of course, the rest of the soft and perfectly snug newborn baby hats are adorable too. And a five-pack for under $10? Now that’s a steal.

Buy it: $9 for a set of 5, Target.com

Last but not least, here’s an ultra-cool cactus-themed newborn beanie. Because desert motifs are having a moment, and shouldn’t your newborn rock the latest fads? Prepare to have the trendiest baby ever. (FYI, the brand carries tons of other irresistible hat designs you’ll have a hard time choosing from.)

Buy it: $13, MonicaandAndy.com

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Updated July 2019

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