Celebration generally ensues with the announcement that a new bundle of joy is expected to join the family. Amid all the revelry also sits the need to...
Celebration generally ensues with the announcement that a new bundle of joy is expected to join the family. Amid all the revelry also sits the need to prepare and get everything ready to welcome the little one into the home. This is one reason many will host parties that will present an opportunity for friends and family member to give
baby gifts to the expectant parents and be part of the nesting process.
Throwing a shower is a way to include all those close to the expectant parents in the celebration of their forthcoming joy. There are usually games to play,
food to eat and lots of gifts being given. The presents usually cover the vast spectrum of all things needed for the care of an infant from diapers and wipes to the bigger items such as cribs and strollers.
It is expected to receive duplicates of basic necessities such as sleepers, bottles, blankets and rattles. Having an overstock of diapers and other toiletries is actually a good thing because everyone knows how quickly the little one will go through them. Some people prefer to step away from the crowd and use some creativity to come up with a gift idea that will be unique.
Finding out a few things ahead of time will provide some sort of direction in which to begin the search for the perfect gift. Knowing the sex of the child is a big help, as is being aware of the shower or nursery theme. This allows the giver to look for something that relates specifically to the infant or to the interest of its parents, which shows that a lot of thought and care went into the selection present.
One does not have to go extravagant to be creative. It is simply a matter of knowing a bit about the recipients and then managing to step outside normal thinking patterns and try to relate on a personal level. Knowing if this will be the couple's first child or if they have other children is helpful, as is getting some idea as to their preferences on different areas of childcare like feeding, playing, learning and dressing.
Anything having to do with photographs is probably going to be a big hit. Almost all new parents are taking pictures of their child practically all the time because each moment is exciting and precious. Giving someone a gift certificate for portrait sessions with local photographers is something they are sure to appreciate. They will also enjoy a frame, digital or traditional, in which to display those photos.
Anything sentimental or that preserves a memory is also sure to be a big hit. There are several kits available that help parents take impressions of their child's hands and feet, printed in ink or pressed in clay, to save forever. Others can provide the opportunity to save favorite photos on coffee mugs, decorative plates, ornaments or any number of things that will be cherished for years.
Another way to create unique baby gifts is to make up themed goody baskets. The beauty of this idea is that the hamper may be filled with several items all based around a general concept such as bath time, safety, feeding and even journaling and scrapbooking. With a bit of thought and some personalization, the possibilities are nearly endless.
