Welcoming a baby into the world takes a lot of planning. One way to help expecting parents along the way is by throwing them a baby shower. A baby shower gives those who love the expectant mom to be, time to dote on her, play fun baby games, and of course, give gifts that are both smart and sweet. There is so much needed for a baby it is not hard to find something practical to give as a gift at a shower. The trick is to be practical, thoughtful, and if possible a bit unique. You must keep in mind, though, there are certain things you can never have enough of. Here you will find a few of the best ideas of what to give as gifts at a baby shower to help make the soon-to-be mom’s life a lot easier.
The Bigger Things
If you have a family member or close friend who is having a baby, most likely you have been told their nursery colors and, in some cases, the sex of the baby. These tidbits help make the shopping much easier. Still, a few things are always wanted and needed by expectant moms. One of the most practical items is a crib and the accompanying baby mattress. As we all know, babies sleep quite a bit after they are first born. It is important that they have a comfortable place to sleep during all those many hours. Helping the parents with other nursery items such as changing tables, mobiles, diaper pails, and even playpens helps them focus more on the baby and less on what they do and don’t have ready.
The Things You Can Never Have Enough Of
When you bring your little one home, the checklist you have been pondering over for months truly begins to pay off. This is when you realize some things are needed in an endless abundance. Things such as diapers, wipes, onesies, bottles, nipples, bibs, and so much more are needed daily. As a parent, you find yourself thanking all your family and friends who attended your baby showers and brought so many of these items to help you get started. Realizing just how important certain items are when raising a little one, is truly enlightening. All the research in the world truly cannot prepare you for how many diapers you will be changing and the relief you feel deep inside that someone cared enough to buy that diaper pail for the nursery.
Perfect Shower Ideas
When attending or planning a new mother’s baby shower, your priority is to help ensure the mom has what she needs to welcome home her bundle of joy. The next thought on your mind is to make the shower unique and stylish so it will be something everyone will remember. Making sure the essentials are covered first and foremost makes the rest of the shower fun and, in many ways, a big party. Buying up the items every mom needs before you go into creative or extravagant mode is the best route to go. Yes, you want your gifts to be amazing, but don’t forget to remember the most important things, all gifts need to be useful. Cute things like booties, blankets, cute outfits, and even teething rings are all indeed some of the best baby shower gifts. If you find yourself wondering what to bring to the shower of someone who is expecting, don’t panic. There are hundreds of great baby shower gifts they will want, need, and love.
Finding the perfect baby shower gift for a new mom shows just how much you care for both the new mom and the baby on the way. Using all the tools at your exposure to find the perfect gift – and show your own unique style – will make you the talk of all the moms.
tiffany cheung says
Great advice, I love shopping for booties, blankets, and clothes for new moms!
Yona Williams says
I love gifting outfits for baby, and socks…I think you can never have too many of those.
Elena says
Great ideas. I like gifting gift cards and baby clothes
Janet W. says
Great ideas!! You can never have too many diapers, that’s for sure!
Sara Zielinski says
These are great ideas for baby shower gifts.
shelly peterson says
I love to get some of the necessity’s like diapers but also love to get the cutesy stuff too. Great post.
Julie Wood says
I love to give an outfit and diapers and wipes. These are always needed. And nice baby bottles are a good gift. I love going to baby showers and I just went to one for my niece!
Cynthia R says
I always find people give way tooo many clothes. I stick with diapers, wipes, bath wash, and diaper creme. Essentials that will get used up.
Rosie says
These are good ideas. I always panic when it comes to a baby shower. I like to make gifts, but sometimes you are way off about the right size for the season, etc. Easier to buy something nice!
Christina A. says
Good ideas! I always go with the idea of buying basics such as diapering products, shampoo, etc…it’s practical and all Moms need it!
Sarah L says
I like making up a pretty basket with useful items. The dollar store can help with this.