Shopping for impressive baby gifts

The arrival of a baby is most often a thrilling event, anticipated by the parents, their families and friends. The mothers’ bellies are rubbed for good luck and dads gather to plan the future of their future Major League baseball star. Everyone is excited and can’t wait to cuddle the newborn.

It is tradition that joyful events are celebrated with laughter, cake and gifts. The coffee brews, the tea kettle whistles and the house is filled with enthusiastic visitors. At the end of the corridor is a table filled with brightly wrapped gifts and, as you eagerly approach that destination, you suddenly start to wonder if your gift is going to be good enough.

Shopping for impressive baby gifts requires consideration and the more you know about the expecting parents the easier your gift selection will be. To prepare yourself, make a list of all the things you know about the parents and their unborn child.

– Is a girl, boy or possibly twins expected?

– What is the furniture style of the baby’s room?

– Is the room lacking any key accessories, such as bedding, a changing table, or a baby monitor? Do they have a car seat, flip top diaper hamper, or travel changing mat?

– Which is the dominant color in the room?

– Have the parents picked a theme for the nursery, such as animals, racecars, Disney characters or sports?

– Is this a first-born? If the parents have other children, they may already have a bouncer, a play gym, educational toys and a colorful mobile.

– Is the family religious? In this case, certain gifts may be more appreciated than others.

If you are a dear friend, your many questions will be answered with ease, but if you are not, you may need to investigate. Do not hesitate to talk to co-workers, or call a close relative of the expecting couple. You will be surprised how eager everyone will be to share information and before you know it, you will have all the data you need to make an informed gift decision.

Now that you are familiar

with the expecting parents you will have to examine your own expectations. Do you want your gift to be practical, fun or lasting?

Practical – Depending on the your budget, and the financial situation of the parents, you could consider buying diapers, clothes, bath products, a stroller, a high chair, safety locks or child safety gates.

Fun – Babies need to be stimulated, which can be achieved through baby and toddler books, musical or moving play things, or any other object that will keep the baby occupied for a while. Just make sure your gift is age appropriate and meets all safety standards.

Lasting – A nice outfit, a swing or a Baby Einstein CD are appreciated presents, but if you think about it, they will only be used for a short period of time. Fortunately there are gifts that can last for many years, even a lifetime. Included in this list are, starting a savings account or college fund, a picture album of the baby’s relatives, and personalized gifts. Many adults still have a name-engraved silver baby spoon, or their bronzed first pair of shoes.

You see, impressing new parents with an extraordinary gift is easier than you think. Just remember, despite your intense research, you may still buy the wrong high chair or bouncer seat. For that reason, always include a return receipt!

Baby Gifts are the Main Attraction at the Baby Shower
The excitement is overwhelming, and your heart fills with joy as you watch her eyes glisten while she unwraps it. The best part of all this is satisfaction knowing that your gift is unique, original, and will be of great use to the mommy-to-be and her precious baby. This article will offer some great gift-giving ideas that are distinct, extremely useful, and will make the expectant mother smile from ear to ear.

One heartwarming idea that is adorable and shows thoughtfulness and care is a personalized piggy bank. These days, parents are placing an emphasis on saving for their babys future and career. A customized piggy bank with a financial seed towards the babys savings fund makes a great gift from a family member.

This is not only a cute gift, but also a smart one; it is crucial that parents begin thinking of their childs future from the day they are born. Some people prefer giving a piggy bank with a gift card from a baby department store or childrens clothing store.

Baby gift baskets are also very original, and each basket is going to be a one-of-a-kind gift. Buy a decent sized pretty basket (the material, shape, and color of the basket are up to you), fill it up with items that you think will be the most beneficial to the expectant mother, and decorate it. Popular items to fill your baby gift basket with are baby bottles, bibs, pacifiers, infant toys, baby clothing, and gift cards.

Some people throw in a little something extra for the mommy, such as a spa massage gift card or a book. Candy and chocolates can also make your basket sweeter, and will satisfy some of mommys cravings. Whatever you decide to put in your basket, make sure to make it is personalized, and consider items that you know the expectant mother will need or want.

Personalized baby jewelry is a popular gift in Latin America, but not so common in the United States. A tiny golden bracelet with the babys name is endearing and beautiful, and it will make a great keepsake as your baby grows older. Any kind of baby jewelry, whether it be personalized or not, makes a wonderful gift which everyone will think is absolutely adorable.

Today, a new trend for mothers in the United States is to sport a cute, stylish baby diaper bag, which they can easily turn into tote bags or even laptop cases once the baby grows older. From designer baby bags to non-label, trendy baby bags, there are numerous different types of diaper bags that will look great and fit budgets of all sizes.

Some popular designer baby bags, or multi-function totes, as they call them, are made by COACH, Kate Spade, and Louis Vuitton. However, today, there are many non-label, cool baby bags that are equally as trendy and a fraction of the cost.

Baby Keepsake Gifts: What Are Those Exactly
This old friend, whom I have known since college, hadn’t seen each other for a few years so this was my first time seeing her since she had given birth to her new six month old son. The kid was beautiful and she looked great (she credited that to good genes and a great personal trainer), but one of the things that I was most impressed with was the child’s nursery. Besides beautiful furniture and subtle but wonderful paintings, the room was adorned with a variety of baby keepsake gifts from different family members. This gave the room a personal touch that was hard to miss.

So, the first question you probably have after reading the opening paragraph is probably the same question I had upon entering the nursery: what exactly are baby keepsake gifts? Essentially it’s just a fancy word for heartfelt baby gifts which are given to a newborn for them to either play with or decorate their nursery. They can range from usable to decorative and in price from $1 to, well, just about anything. Keepsake gifts are all about emotional value and are gifts that will be kept and cherished throughout a child’s life.

When I returned from my little East Coast jaunt, I started keeping an eye out for these keepsake gifts as many of my girlfriends are either already or trying to get pregnant. I found that there are dozens of websites and specialty shops offering different types of keepsake gifts for almost every type of baby or taste. These keepsake gifts included such typical fair as towels and plush toys, to decorative gifts such as plaques, paintings and tins and even seasonal items such as ornaments. Each of these products was beautifully crafted and hand decorated.

A few of the items I came across really impressed me, such as a rocking horse (a bit out of my price range, but nice none-the-less), a simple hand crafted piggy bank (it’s never too early to teach kids the importance of money) and small, soft hangable crosses (which I actually purchased for an upcoming Christening I’m invited to). I was a bit surprised at how big of a business these baby keepsake gifts are, but then again, we all love to give baby gifts to newborns, so why not give them something that parents will be sure to keep and cherish throughout a their life. Sounds like a good purchase to me.

Baby Keepsake Gifts: What Are Those Exactly
This old friend, whom I have known since college, hadn’t seen each other for a few years so this was my first time seeing her since she had given birth to her new six month old son. The kid was beautiful and she looked great (she credited that to good genes and a great personal trainer), but one of the things that I was most impressed with was the child’s nursery. Besides beautiful furniture and subtle but wonderful paintings, the room was adorned with a variety of baby keepsake gifts from different family members. This gave the room a personal touch that was hard to miss.

So, the first question you probably have after reading the opening paragraph is probably the same question I had upon entering the nursery: what exactly are baby keepsake gifts? Essentially it’s just a fancy word for heartfelt baby gifts which are given to a newborn for them to either play with or decorate their nursery. They can range from usable to decorative and in price from $1 to, well, just about anything. Keepsake gifts are all about emotional value and are gifts that will be kept and cherished throughout a child’s life.

When I returned from my little East Coast jaunt, I started keeping an eye out for these keepsake gifts as many of my girlfriends are either already or trying to get pregnant. I found that there are dozens of websites and specialty shops offering different types of keepsake gifts for almost every type of baby or taste. These keepsake gifts included such typical fair as towels and plush toys, to decorative gifts such as plaques, paintings and tins and even seasonal items such as ornaments. Each of these products was beautifully crafted and hand decorated.

A few of the items I came across really impressed me, such as a rocking horse (a bit out of my price range, but nice none-the-less), a simple hand crafted piggy bank (it’s never too early to teach kids the importance of money) and small, soft hangable crosses (which I actually purchased for an upcoming Christening I’m invited to). I was a bit surprised at how big of a business these baby keepsake gifts are, but then again, we all love to give baby gifts to newborns, so why not give them something that parents will be sure to keep and cherish throughout a their life. Sounds like a good purchase to me.

Baby’s First Christmas Gifts
No matter what you choose remember that baby s first Christmas will be a special one, so, camera at the ready, record the joy of it, to perhaps make into a book for the present when they turn 21. There are many categories to choose from, which are discussed below, to give you some kind of idea of Baby s First Perfect Christmas Gift.

Buying baby jewellery is buying something that they will always keep. As long as it is tasteful and appropriate. It s probably not the best idea to buy earrings or a ring as these could not be worn by a tot, and may well be the wrong size when the child is old enough. Instead opt for something like a bracelet. A charm bracelet can be added to over the years with charms that correspond with significant dates. A simple plain bracelet is always a lovely keepsake, and a necklace, although not worn by baby when young can be grown into and treasured forever.

Clothing may not keep forever, but if it is something special it can be passed on to siblings. There are some beautiful children s clothes, often wonderfully gift-packed and these make pretty gifts. Ordering clothes online is a great idea as you avoid the Christmas rush, and can think outside of the common box. For example you may want to buy organic baby clothes, or something that is made from a soft but unusual material such as bamboo.

Buying ornaments for the nursery is a lovely idea and many of these will be kept forever. A beautiful mobile will impress anyone, particularly baby and can be kept for future brothers or sisters. This is also true with a well made clock. If you choose to buy baby a money box, in silver or otherwise, ensure that you put some money inside – just for luck. Any other tasteful and appropriate nursery ornaments can be treasured for years to come.

Toys can come in several categories. Educational toys are always useful and will be well-used by a growing tot, however it is likely because of how often they will be used they may eventually wear down. Ornamental toys such as a wooden Noah s Ark, Farm or Doll s House are likely to be played with but well looked after and kept for years. Alternatively you could purchase a bear of such special quality that it will be the toy that baby packs in their suitcase as they goof to university 18 years later.

Books can always be treasured. Choose special one s with either a theme or something with longevity such as an encyclopaedia. Other options could be children s classics, old and new such as fair tales, legends or contemporary favourite s such as The Jolly Postman.