Baby's First Chinese New Year (2027): Gifts, Outfits and Ang Pow Tips
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Quick answer
For a baby's first Chinese New Year, learning wall decals for the bedroom, a festive romper for the reunion photos and a gift with the baby's Chinese name are all good choices. Order early, as couriers are busy in the weeks before CNY.
- Learning wall decals: RM49 a set, 6 sets to choose from, for 0 to 6 years.
- CNY baby rompers: RM34.80, with festive phrases such as 恭喜发财.
- Chinese surname romper: RM37.90, personalised with the family name.
- CNY 2027 falls on 6 February 2027; order by mid-January for West Malaysia.
Celebrating a baby's first Chinese New Year? Here are gift and outfit ideas, ang pow tips for babies, short wishes for the card and when to order before CNY 2027 (6 February 2027).
Learning wall decals: a gift they grow with
A new year gift that stays on the wall: reusable fabric decals for the bedroom or play corner. Peel them off, stick them on, move them around. Babies look and point; older children spell names and play counting games. For 0 to 6 years.
| Set | What's in it | Price |
|---|---|---|
| A-Z Animals | 26 letters, 26 matching animals and labels | RM49 |
| A-Z Vehicles | 26 letters, 26 matching vehicles and labels | RM49 |
| A-Z Daily Objects | 26 letters, 26 everyday objects and labels | RM49 |
| Alphabet A-Z & a-z | Rainbow capitals, small letters and decorations | RM49 |
| Numbers 1-20 | Numbers, word labels and maths symbols | RM49 |
| Fruits | 24 fruits and name labels | RM49 |
- Two or three sets? On the Reusable Learning Wall Decals page, 2 sets are 15% off and 3 sets 30% off.
- Free shipping in West Malaysia on the decals.
- Under 3s: stick the decals high on the wall, out of reach, and supervise. They are wall decoration, not a toy.
- See every set on our learning wall decals page.
When to order before CNY
| Step | Blissbies timing |
|---|---|
| Processing | 1 to 2 working days |
| Personalised wooden name items | 2 to 4 extra working days |
| Courier to KL and Selangor | 3 to 6 working days |
| Courier to the rest of West Malaysia | 3 to 6 working days |
| Courier to Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan | 5 to 8 working days |
- West Malaysia: order by mid-January to be safe.
- Sabah and Sarawak: order a few days earlier.
- Couriers slow down before CNY and pause over the holidays, so don't leave it to the last week.
CNY outfits for the reunion photos
- Chinese New Year Baby Romper: 恭喜发财 (Gong Xi Fa Cai) (RM34.80).
- Chinese New Year Baby Romper: 马到成功 (Galloping Success) (RM34.80).
- Chinese New Year Baby Romper: 馬上有錢 (Instant Wealth) (RM34.80).
- Chinese New Year Baby Romper: 馬上加薪 (Instant Raise) (RM34.80).
- Red or gold accessories: socks, a soft hat or a headband.
Choose the next size up: babies grow fast between the order date and the reunion dinner.
Gifts with the baby's Chinese name
- Personalised Baby Romper: Chinese Surname (RM37.90), with the family name.
- Wooden name blocks (from RM30), engraved in English or Chinese.
- Baby 1–12 Months Milestone Rompers (RM359), with the name in Chinese, English or Malay.
- A newborn gift box such as Name Adventure (RM255).
Ang pow tips for a baby's first CNY
- Married relatives give ang pows to children, including babies, in many families.
- Use new notes if you can; many people get them from the bank before CNY.
- Avoid amounts with the number 4. Many families see it as unlucky.
- Write the baby's name on the packet if you're giving several.
- Parents usually keep the baby's ang pows for them; a first piggy bank or savings account is a nice idea.
Short CNY wishes for a baby
- 新年快乐，宝宝！(Xīnnián kuàilè, bǎobao!) Happy new year, baby!
- 恭喜发财，红包拿来！(Gōngxǐ fācái, hóngbāo ná lái!) Wishing you prosperity, now where's my ang pow!
- 健康快乐，平安长大。(Jiànkāng kuàilè, píng'ān zhǎngdà.) Healthy and happy, and grow up safe.
- Happy first Chinese New Year, baby [name]! Here's to a lucky year ahead.
- Wishing your little one health, happiness and lots of ang pows.
- Your first CNY, and already the star of the reunion dinner.
Baby safety at CNY gatherings
- Keep ang pow packets and small coins away from little hands and mouths.
- Mandarin oranges and sweets are choking hazards for babies; keep them out of reach.
- Firecrackers and loud noises can frighten babies; keep them indoors during fireworks.
- Hand-washing before cuddles at crowded house visits.
FAQ
When is Chinese New Year 2027?
Chinese New Year 2027 falls on Saturday, 6 February 2027.
What should a baby wear for the first CNY?
A festive romper in red or white with a lucky phrase, such as 恭喜发财, is popular for the reunion photos. Choose the next size up.
Do babies get ang pows?
In many families, yes: married relatives give ang pows to children, including babies. Parents usually keep them for the baby.
When should I order CNY baby gifts?
By mid-January for West Malaysia, and a few days earlier for Sabah and Sarawak, because couriers are busy before CNY.
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