Make Her Baby Shower That Much More Special With These 11+ Remarkable Gift Ideas

Baby showers are all fun and games, quite literally, until you are stuck trying to figure out what gift will be most thoughtful and practical for the mom to be and her little one. If there is a gift registry, then check there. If there isn’t, look through the list below for inspiration. Even with this list, creativity will be vital. Still, if you have no idea where to start, this list should help give you an idea:

1. Think of baby’s nursery

What can you bring the happy parents to pump up their nursery? Be sure to ask the parents what they already have or do not, to ensure getting them too many of the same item. Below are just a few items without which the baby’s nursery will not be complete.

2. Baby books

It is never too early to read to one’s baby, with some reading to theirs while still in the womb. Reading to a baby can provide for some interesting bonding time. Find a nice collection of baby story books that are appropriate and colorful to ensure the baby’s delight. Consider your favorite books as a child, or hit a bookstore and just ask.

3. Burp cloths

Without burp cloths, mom and dad would have to change their outfit after every feeding session, which could lead to stress and a lot of unnecessary laundry. Burp clothes will help them clean up any messes coming from feeding the baby, as well as cleaning up those adorable little hands. Get a set of burp cloths in a warm color and acceptable fabric that is not so abrasive that baby will get hurt.

4. A rocking chair

What better piece of furniture for a nursing mom and her sleepy child? Get mom and baby a robust yet comfortable rocking chair in which she can sit while cuddling and feeding her newborn. The rocking motions will also help a troublesome baby fall asleep. Even better, complement the rocking chair with a side stool for mom to place a bottle.

5. Nightlights

Nightlights are a golden gift for both baby and parents. Without it, mom would have to use the harsh full light of the nursery every night or stub her toe in the dark as she creeps around, hoping not to wake the baby. A nightlight should help settle the little one every night and ease the transition from light to dark and provide ample light for mom for nighttime inspection. The nightlight will also help the little one when they start being afraid of the dark.

6. A baby monitor

A baby monitor should help mom keep up with her baby’s nighttime activity, identify any issues, and get alerted when they wake up. Get her a high-quality baby monitor that is Wi-Fi enabled and is well-secured with SSL security. The last thing you want is people using your baby monitor to access mom’s home network and cause untold damage. A monitor with night vision and excellent clarity for visual and background audio will also make for a remarkable and practical gift.

7. The rest of the house

Now that the nursery is catered to, you can consider moving on to the rest of the house, and finding things outside the nursery that will make mom’s upcoming journey easier. Examples of these include:

8. A changing table

The mom will need a table that is ergonomic for her and comfortable for baby every time a diaper change is needed. When it comes to gifts for a small child, the parents’ lifestyle and preferences for brands must be put into consideration. Be sure to ask the mom what she brands our outlets she prefers to shop or what kind of changing table would work best for her.

9. Baby clothes

Every baby needs to be dressed, and a set of baby clothes or baby rompers will greatly help the parents with the budget. The size will probably not matter, as the little one will grow rapidly. Focus instead on quality and hygiene, as babies are sensitive.

10. Toys

You don’t have to wait till baby is 6 years old to get her a nice set of dolls, a cooking set, or coloring pencils. Her parents can stash the collection of awesome, futuristic gifts away for when she’s older, and her curiosity is beginning to pick. Such gifts are not safe for smaller babies as the smaller moving or detachable parts can easily choke them.

11. A set of handmade items

Take some time off your schedule and knit a sweater, mittens, socks, or a hat for the baby. If you are not sure of the gender, try a gender-neutral hue like green or white. If you love art, make a portrait for baby’s nursery or even for mom to congratulate her on her new journey. If you live close by, a more helpful gift for a new mom would be frequent deliveries of warm, healthy food and fruits. She may be overwhelmed and still healing from her delivery, and the food should help make the ordeal less painful.

12. Diaper bag

Most moms carry around unpleasant-looking shapeless bags, often since they did not take aesthetics into consideration, only functionality. Spoil the new mom with a lovely diaper bag that suits her personal style and offers the utility she requires. Since she will be using the bag for some years, ensure that it is a high-quality, long-lasting bag.

13. A gift certificate

A gift certificate is undoubtedly the most valuable thing you can give to a mom. As the expenses for formula and diapers start to pile up, the card will really come in handy. What’s more, a gift card allows the mom to pick up the brands and quantities for baby products that she loves and believes are best for the baby. Visit a baby store or supermarket close to her home and arrange for a gift card.

14. A first aid kit

Babies are as sensitive as it gets, and one minute they may be well, the next not so much. Pack a small, cute box with an infrared thermometer, bandages, antibiotic cream, a cold pack, band-aids, and other helpful pieces that can help with any accidents or bumps.