Five Great Baby Shower Gift Ideas
A Book Assortment
People often do not think of this gift. After all, the baby cannot read! Studies show, however, that reading to babies activates their brains! Look for books with moving parts or textures (fuzzy, rough, smooth, bumpy). You want bright pictures and cardboard pages. Include a book or article for the parents explaining the benefits of reading to a baby early. This is an affordable gift that can also make for fun shopping!
Baby Bath Gift Basket
I know it’s fun to shop for baby clothes, luxurious blankets and cute stuffed animals. They are very popular baby shower gifts exactly for that reason. But rather than get the parents something cute, go for something practical they will use every day. A baby bath crammed with bath-related gifts can look beautiful, have a great impact, and be very helpful to the parents. Get a good, basic bath (no need to break the bank) and fill it with fun things like hand-puppet washing gloves, aromatherapy lotions, baby shampoo, bath toys, and soft towels. Top it all with a pretty bow for impact.
Diaper Pail
If you decide on this option, do not go for the cheapest. A poor-quality diaper pail is as bad as not having one at all. Go for one that seals properly and that can be opened hands-free. If you can afford to, fill it with newborn diapers, baby wipes, diaper rash cream, lotion and powder. Something that usually gets overlooked is trash bags that fit the pail size. This may not cause a sensation at the shower, but it’s certain to be deeply appreciated.
Baby Bedding Collections
My sister got a girls baby bedding collection that was, without a doubt, the hit of the party. This can be an expensive gift, therefore it’s a great choice for a group gift. If you’re not sure of the sex of the baby, there are plenty of collections available in gender neutral designs and colors. Think green, yellow, beige, or themed collections like jungle animals or stars.
A Thoughtful Gift Certificate
Understandably, the focus is on the new baby. This can leave the mother feeling a little tired and forgotten. While most people avoid a gift certificate, (they are afraid it says that they do not care enough to go shopping), a gift certificate for the mother can be extra special and make her feel valued. Get her one that ties into her likes before she got pregnant, such as coffee, wine, spa treatments, or bath and body shops. Without a doubt, this is a gift that will be loved by the soon-to-be mom.