subject: Common Gifts For New Babies- A Review [print this page] When you need to think of ideas for gifts for new babies, it can get tough. There are so many things to consider! You want to be original and you want to be creative, but you do not want to get some pretentious gift that would stay in the closet; you want to look generous but you do not want to spend a lot of money. Indeed, when it comes to gifts for new babies it may seem easy- but it is not!
Gifts for new babies- a review of 4 common baby gifts
1.Yes, a gift basket is a bit banal. However, from my experience, it is one of the most practical, appreciated gift of all gifts for new babies! You can choose your desired stuff, you can create a "theme" basket: bath, sleep, feeding, clothing"
And remember- get the kind of things you KNOW will be in use!
Advantage: easy to achieve, not too expensive. Disadvantage: lacks originality"
2.If creativity is at the top of your priorities when it comes to gifts for new babies, you should consider sawing or knitting. You can make a blanket, a hat, shoes, gloves, a puppet" The net (ever heard of YouTube?:-)) is full of videos and instructions; it should not be a problem. Advantage: relatively cheap and very creative! Disadvantage: not if you value your time"
3. Developmental toys! Always useful, always fun, most likely you will win the baby's vote, and you cannot really get enough of these. You should of course choose age and sex appropriate toys and be sure to check for their safety standard! Advantage: easy to find in every baby store and online. Disadvantage: the high-quality stuff is not cheap!
4.Another practical gift for new babies would be a baby device of some kind. It can be a baby monitor, baby sense, a baby carrier etc. Advantage: Your will defiantly win your friend's vote" Disadvantage: because these stuff are pretty expensive!!
This was only a short review of common gifts for new babies, to give you something to think about the next time your friend announces: "It's a boy!" (I call it "the ticket":-)).
