subject: Newborn Baby Gifts [print this page] When someone finds out they are expecting a baby, there is a long list of items that they will need in order to properly care for it. There are many different newborn baby gifts that they can receive at a baby shower that will help them reduce the number of items they will have to buy. You may choose to be practical with the baby gifts you purchase for others. This is the best idea, as you want to give something that will be useful to the new parents. Originality can still be obtained by finding a valuable gift.
Of course, the basics of newborn care call for a ton of items to be purchased. These include diapers, bottles, bibs, pacifiers, and rattlers. They may seem like boring items to purchase as baby gifts, but they will be needed. Plus, the parents will be appreciative for the assistance, as it will mean fewer supplies they will need to purchase.
If you find out beforehand that the parents will be doing something unique such as cloth diapering or breastfeeding, you will be opened up to many new opportunities for newborn baby gifts. For nursing mothers, you may choose to purchase Lanolin lotion, nursing pads, a special pillow designed for breastfeeding, breast milk storage bags, or a breast pump. Parents who are not using disposable diapers will need cloth diapers and the accessories that are needed to cover the baby's bottom.
Parents who have registered a one or more department stores are by far the easiest to shop for. With these lists readily available to you, you know that you will purchase something that is needed since it has been specifically requested from the new parents. It is a good idea to purchase the less common baby gifts on the registry. Not many other people will think to buy these items, so it reduces the chances of the parents getting them. If the gift in question is rather expensive, get together with a few family members or friends and split the costs. High ticket items that may come from more than one person include the crib, changing table, high chair, or stroller.
A way you can still make your gift original, even if you purchase the most practical baby gifts, is to create a gift basket. These offer a unique way to display and give the items that you have bought for the new baby. Some people choose to use a wicker basket while others may opt for a small laundry basket. The latter is a good idea because there will be many dirty clothes once the newborn arrives!
As you can see, there are a number of things to consider when shopping for newborn baby gifts. You will want to be sure to purchase practical items that can be used by the new parents. There is still opportunity to make your gift original if you add in unique items or package them in such a way that not many others think to do.
