Baby Shower Tips

Preparing for a baby can be very costly.  The parents will have to save for the hospital expenses, the baby clothes, the infant formula and the regular medical check-ups.

In this case, if the friends of the parents-to-be and relatives prepare a baby shower party, it can help a lot in minimizing the parents burden in the costs when the baby is delivered.

The baby shower is usually done one or two months before the baby is born.  It is discouraged to schedule the baby shower during the month that the baby will be born.  At times, the baby shower is held after the baby is born so gifts can be more specific for a boy or a girl.

Regardless of the date when the baby shower is held, the reason for it is to celebrate the birth of a child.  The parents’ friends and family share with them the joy of welcoming the child into the family.

During baby showers, the guests may bring baby clothes, toys, cribs and other necessities for the baby.  The parents may also decide on what gifts they would like to receive to eliminate accumulation of the items that they already have.

In as much as the baby shower party is usually done before the baby is delivered, the party’s theme is still directed towards the baby and the mother.  Therefore, the person who is throwing the baby shower should choose the theme very carefully.

Before sending out the baby shower invitations, make sure that you have already decided what will be the baby shower theme.

If you are preparing a baby shower for a member of your family or friend, make sure that you have prepared the guest list ahead of time.  If possible, check with the mom-to-be to see if the guest list and the date are fine, unless you are planning a surprise party. 

Sometimes, several baby showers will be held for the mm and the baby.  The co-workers, the churchwomen, and family members may prepare separate baby shower parties that the person who will organize the baby shower has to be careful about selecting the date of the baby shower party.  It is always better to coordinate with the mom-to-be.

Once you have decided on what will be the theme for the party, you may have invitations printed or search free baby shower invitations on the internet.

Of course, most of the people who organize party prefer the free baby shower invitations that they can customize at home.  This lessens the cost of printing invitation cards.  This also allows the host to edit the invitation according to preference unlike invitations that can be bought or ordered.

What is even better about online invitations is that some companies can work with you in addressing and mailing the baby shower invitations.

When you start preparing the invitations, make sure that you have enough time to send them.  The invitations should be mailed between four to six weeks before the party.  You also have the option of sending a baby shower invitation online, although having a printed and mailed invitation is still recommended.

After preparing the guest list, selecting the date and sending out the invitations, the next thing you need to do is to prepare the program, the games and the food to be served during the party.  Good suggestions can be found online so just search and develop the idea to personalize the party.

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Baby showers are a prelude to miracle which is the birth of a newborn baby. It is this occasion where friends, family and other people who know the parents to be, are gathered together to give gifts and make this occasion memorable to everyone present.

This baby shower usually happens a month or 2 in advance and making the right invitation can be just as challenging as planning the entire event.

There are many ideas and themes one can think of to make the invitation a good preview of what is to come during the baby shower itself. The important thing is that the invitation should set the mood for the occasion and with the proper planning and a little imagination with friends or professionals, it will surely make this baby shower stand out over others that people have gone to.

The one who will host this event is usually a very close friend of future mother. That person can start by talking to the mother and other members of the family what kind of theme will be appropriate for the party.

The proper words should express the love and anticipation that the future mother has for the newborn baby. The host must do it by putting oneself in the shoes of the mother. If that person has had children in the past, it will be quite easy to relate to that situation. If this person has not had any children yet, then it is best to ask the help of those who have so that person can help empathize what the future mother is experiencing.

Just like any other invitation, it should have the name of the person to be invited, when and where the event will take place, the contact number of the one hosting the event, the gender of the baby and the theme of the party.

If the newborn baby is a boy, a good example for a theme is a sailboat. The invitation can be shaped into a little sailboat then on the inside; it can start off with the “row the boat” nursery rhyme before inviting the people to the shower party.

On the other hand, if it is a girl, an example of a good theme is a cookie. The theme is based on the poem that tells how little girls are made which usually come from sugar and spice and everything nice. 

If during the discussion with the future mother one has learned that the sex of the baby is to be kept a secret until the shower party itself; one can make an invitation with a cute drawing of a baby wrapped inside a blanket carried by a stork. This should keep everyone guessing and make the party a fun one.

A challenging invitation is when the parents have not decided on the name of the baby yet. One can make an invitation that has various letters of the alphabet that will give people an idea that this occasion is to help out decide on the baby’s name.

There are other ideas and themes to make the shower a memorable occasion. It just takes some planning and little imagination to make this baby shower stand out over others that people have gone to.

The host can do alone, plan it with other friends or get a professional to help out.

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When throwing a baby shower you are not obliged to give party favors to your guests. But still, it would be nice to hand out a memento of the special occasion. Worried that you might spend a fortune buying ready made baby shower party favors? Then why don’t you just make the party favors yourself.

Below are some creative ideas for baby shower party favors.

1. Buy baby bottles, baby socks or even cloth diapers (if you can still find one) then fill it up with assorted goodies like candies and chocolates. After filling the items, you could tie cute little ribbons around them. The items would prove to be useful. Some of the guests may even give them back after a few weeks.

2. If you bake then you can prepare cookies (choco chip, butter, sugar, oatmeal, etc.) in the form of baby bottles, baby rattles. Babies and other baby related shapes. You can package the cookies in colorful plastic or paper wrappers.

3. As you probably already know, candles are a big bit among women. That why they probably would be a big hit for the guests on your baby shower party. Buy scented votive candles. These candles are usually sold in sets to make them cheaper. Then decorate the candles with ribbons. Colors of course will depend on your personal taste or to the theme of your baby shower. Of course it would usually be blue if the baby is a boy and pink if the baby is a girl. The candles smell great and they would even look great when they are wrapped. Candles are an ideal party favor for any occasion since they mix very well with any theme.

4. If you have a green thumb and likes plants in general then maybe you can give away some of plants in your garden. All you have to do is buy some small seedling pot. Graft a stem on some plant and plant them into the pot. This type of party favor is symbolic since your gusts would be obliged to take care of the plant just as if they have their own babies. You could also buy coffee mugs or wine glasses and a bunch of flowers. Then put a flower in the mug or glass as if they are flower pots. This baby shower party favor would definitely be a big hit. 

5. Baby bath items like baby soap, baby shampoo, baby oil, baby lotion, etc. can also be a big hit among your guests because they can be either used for their very own babies or for themselves if they are single. You can also include other bath accessories like sponges, loofahs, scrubbers, small towels, etc. You can arrange the items in mini baskets or hampers. Then tie a ribbon in front of it for it to look cute.

6. You could baby stuff made of fabrics like cloth diapers and bibs then paint them using craft paint. Make colorful designs such flowers, animals, insects, cartoon characters, cars, clowns, candies, etc. The end product can be use as a decoration or as a hanky.

There you are, six creative homemade baby shower party favor ideas that your guests will surely love. Who knows, you might end up making a business out of your masterpieces. Remember, all you need is some creativity and crazy ideas to make these baby shower party favors.

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With the advent of the Internet, there are many concepts and ideas that can be retrieved online. In fact, even those who wanted to conduct baby shower can already get free printable baby shower games online.

Basically, these free printable baby shower games refer to the printable materials that can be downloaded from the Internet without any charge.
 
With these printable materials, the organizers of the party will no longer have to delve more on explaining to the audience the mechanics of the game. Plus, the games will look more presentable instead of getting some pieces of scratch paper with jumbled words and phrases that the guests will find it hard to understand.

Hence, with these printable baby shower games that can be downloaded for free, your activity will appear more coordinated and well-organized than just distributing pieces of paper to the guests to play.

Moreover, the parents would appreciate it more if they see that you take extra effort in getting printable baby shower games, even if it just for free than just get some sloppy baby shower games that can be obtained anywhere.

Free Baby Shower Games versus Free Printable Baby Shower Games
As they say, the best things in life are free. However, not all free things are created equal.

Take for example the free baby shower games and the printable ones but still free of charge. They are both free and without any charge. But the two are distinct items that really differ in a lot of aspects.

In most cases, free baby shower games do not look good in terms of graphics and presentation unlike the printable ones.

What’s more, the baby shower ideas from the list of baby shower games that are given for free are not that innovative, creative, and usually cannot be understood.

Unlike the free printable baby shower games, they really have these colourful designs and easy-to-understand baby shower games.

Actually, free baby shower games are not that superior-looking. But the fact that it looks better than those that are given for free or is more presentable than those that are written in a sheet of torn leaf of a notebook.

Besides, if you are to look at it on the other aspect, free printable baby shower games are not absolutely free. You still have to invest a little on the ink that you will use. Colorful designs would entail many colored inks.

Consequently, when the parents see the effort and the little investment you have made in order to come up with really nice baby shower games, your work will be more appreciated.

What most people do not know is that free printable baby shower games are categorized as free items because you can download them in the Internet without any download charges. But still, it requires some budget for the ink for you to be able to print them.

Moreover, one of the best things about free printable baby shower games is that you can even customized them to suit the personality of the mother or the mood of the occasion before you print them.

In turn, it will give a more personalized look on the baby shower games and no one would ever suspect that you have just downloaded from the Internet.

Free printable baby shower games can be really useful. In fact, it is considered as the greatest ice breaker especially if the guests in the baby shower party do not know each other or are not acquainted with each other.

The bottom line is that the preference of whether to obtain free baby shower games or free printable baby shower games is actually dependent on the situation. This means that if there is no budget for the baby shower games, then, it would be better to acquire baby shower games that are given for free.

But if, there is a little budget even for the ink alone and the paper that will be used, then, it would be best if you will obtain free printable baby shower games.

Therefore, whatever you choose, the key point is that you have to use it in order to make the event livelier and more fun.

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Baby Showers are such an exciting time for Mums-To-Be and the best part about the special day is “Present Time”. Everyone paws over the tiny clothes, especially the blankies, remembering just how small a newborn is.

So what do you get for a baby shower present? Well, I have noticed that when the mum-to-be opens up something hand made, it almost always gets the biggest reaction! You see all baby presents are welcomed and appreciated, but when something unique is made just for your baby ” it makes you feel REALLY special.

And … after all the guests have gone home, the Mum will perouse her gifts and I guarantee you she’ll stop and study the handmade one again. It’ll also be mentioned for a long time after the baby shower too. Everytime the baby is wrapped in your handmade pressie you’ll get praise over and over.

So, heres a REALLY BASIC guide to making a unique blankie! Trust me its SSSSOOOO easy. If you can sew (almost) straight lines then you CAN DO THIS!

UNIQUE BLANKIES!

STEP 1: Go to the nearest shop (eg. Spotlight or Lincraft) and look for flannelette fabric

STEP 2: Choose 2 fabrics one for either side. They dont have to match ” experiment! Maybe do one side patterned and the other plain or one side blue pattern and the other side pink pattern if you dont know the sex of the baby.

STEP 3: Purchase 1.2 metres of each fabric.

STEP 4: When you get home sit down at a flat table and start pinning the material together. Make sure the pattern is facing inwards.

STEP 5: Sew straight lines around all the edges leaving a 10cm hole on one side.

STEP 6: Use the whole to turn the fabric inside out.

STEP 7: Tuck the fabric in around the hole so it looks like the rest of the blankie.

STEP 8: Flatten out the edges and sew 2 straight lines around the whole blankie. This closes the gap and makes a nice border around the ends.

When you feel brave have a go at doing a different border to make it look pretty.

STEP 9: Fold nicely and add ribbon and a little note saying Handmade with Love

STEP 10: Give your special handmade blankie and watch her face as she realizes youve taken the time and effort to make her special little baby a truly unique present!

Tracey Dornelles is a full-time mum and founder of LifePath Awakening - an online marketing business that helps people create a flexible home business and spend more time with family and doing the things you really love.

Create your own:

Computer made

With the Use of graphics program found in your computer, simply make a design for a baby shower invitation then print it out onto card or board stock.  With this option, you can send the invitation in an envelope or send without an envelope similar to a postcard.  Be sure that your invitation will contain all the necessary details such as date, place, time, theme, who is it for, and the rsvp number.  There are a lot of websites offering free invitations that can be printed.

Velum Overlay

One adorable but very simple way of making a baby shower invitation is by using a velum overlay.  You can buy a paper style that attracts you; buy this along with a coordinating ribbon at your favorite craft or scrap booking store.  Buy too, a few pieces of velum. Working on the computer, write down any wording that you would want to appear on your invitation then have it printed unto the velum.  At the top or the front of a craft paper, fasten the velum. The result is a fun and fancy invitation that was also fun to do.

More invitation ideas:

1. The most practical and easy idea is to buy your ready made invitations at a store that specializes in it, fill up all the blanks then mail them.

2. You can order professional invitations in online stores or from a party store.

3. Make your own custom-generated invitation cards at any greeting card store; some offer computers wherein you can design your own invitations.

4. Make your own using a computer software or through Word or clip art or a blank or pre-printed invitation which you can acquire from Wal Mart, Michael’s, office supply stores, Hobby Lobby, etc.

5. Sending a postcard.

Invitation information:

1. A phrase or a poem that indicates a baby shower party or simply the words “baby shower”, to make certain that your guests is well informed what they are getting invited to.

2. Make sure to put the name of the mom to be.

3. Include the address as well as the directions and the map of the place where the party is to be held.

4. Date and time of the occasion.

5. Theme, if any

6. RSVP number or an email address

7. The name of the hostess.

8. Your store registry

Choosing an invitation:

1. Keep a budget, stick to always.  The market for invitations is overwhelming.  Only spend within your budget, do not get carried away.

2. Think of a theme and make certain that your invitation gives the guest a hint of it.

3. Make, purchase or have the baby shower invitation made at least a month in advance prior to the baby shower date.

4. Before selecting a certain design, as there are so many choices, go through each design carefully, pick out at least five that you like best, then from the five, pick out three, until you narrow down your choices to one.

5. Spend a lot of time browsing through the web.  Here, a lot of invitations are available in different themes, sizes, colors, patterns and styles.

6. Know how many invitations to buy or order.  Make a guest list before you order and make sure to order for extras.

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Baby showers are a prelude to the miracle which is the birth of a newborn baby. It is this occasion where friends, family and other people who know the parents to be, are gathered together to give gifts and make this occasion memorable to everyone present.

The one who will host this event is usually a very close friend of the future mother. Such events are mainly for gift giving which make it awkward for a family member of the mother to be the host for such an event. That person needs to start by talking to the mother and other members of the family what kind of theme will be appropriate for the party.

The host can do the planning alone or brainstorm with friends in picking the right invitation then having it made by the printers. When that is finished, the other details after that should already be quite easy such as the food for the occasion, and the program for the party.

The party is determined on the gender of the baby and the supplies for the occasion depend on the theme of the baby shower. 

These include the following;

· A party for any occasion can never do without balloons. These can come in various colors, sizes and shapes and are quite affordable. One can order these either online or in the nearest party store in the neighborhood and have it ready for pickup or delivery in a few days.

· A nice looking cake is another important thing that must not be missed out for a baby shower. Just like balloons, this can be made in various colors or shapes symbolizing a cartoon character or any other thing that is the theme of the party.

· A baby shower should always have games. When there are games, there are prizes and the host can get some gift certificates to be given away.

· The party can be formal or it can be a casual one where people who are a bit older have a chance to act like children again. Party ware is available in various colors. One can get it at an affordable price which includes everything from the glass, to the utensils and the plate itself. Since these are disposable, one can easily get rid of it when the party is over.

· Streamers and ribbons for the party are also an essential to fix up the venue for baby shower. These come in rolls more than 50 feet long and can be purchased at a reasonable price.

Light and finger foods are usually served during baby showers so it won’t be that hard figuring out what snacks to get for the event.

The host can even make a baby shower registry so that the future mother will not get similar gifts from friends and family. 

Given that most baby showers are limited to a small number of people, planning the budget before going out and buying the essentials will not be that much of a problem. 

If one does not have enough time and is busy with other things such as work, one can enlist the help of friends and divide the labor or get the assistance of professional. Most people who do this for a living offer packages reducing the worry of some who have not done this before.

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There are people who prepare not to select a theme when they prepare for a baby shower.  However, having a baby shower theme makes the celebration more organized.

When you have chosen a theme, you can easily think about what decoration you are going to use for your desired theme.  Without a theme, you are likely to pick several items that you feel will look good, combine these, and get an unorganized look.

Selecting and preparing a baby shower theme is not a difficult task.  Here are some suggestions to give you an idea on how to create a theme for your baby shower.

Teddy Bears

Since the teddy bear is one of the first toys the child will own, it is nice to have a teddy bear theme.  You can use medium-sized teddy bears to design the baby shower party area.  It is not necessary to buy the teddy bears; you can borrow these from friends and family members.  Also, you can purchase small teddy bears as party favors to give to your guests.

Stars

Stars symbolize dreams.  “A star is born,” they say.  You can decorate the place with stars hanging from thin strings.  You can also design the walls and the ceiling with stars and heavenly bodies.  The program may also include wishes for the baby on how he or she will be a bright star.

Diapers

This is the basic need of the newborn baby.  The baby shower organizer can decorate the area with diapers, especially those with cute colors and designs.  You can even prepare a diaper cake by neatly stacking the diapers together.

The organizer can also ask the guests to bring diapers as gifts.  A better idea would be to have a raffle for a special prize in which the raffle entry will be a diaper.  This will help the guests since they wouldn’t have to think on what gift to buy.  It also helps the parents a lot, since they will have a supply of diapers for several months.

Books

Baby and kid books are good gifts for the baby.  With a collection of baby books, the parents can have a small library for the baby.

The decorations can be anything related to books.  You can place books on the table, or design the walls with books.  You can even have a book-shaped cake and cookies.

Noah’s Ark

This is a good idea if the parents are expecting twins.  The guests will be requested to bring a pair of gifts for the babies.  Pairs of stuffed animals may be used to decorate the place.

Prince/Princess

Everyone wants the new baby to feel like a prince or a princess.  You can adorn the place with fairy tale concepts pertaining to royalty.  You can create miniature towers and castles, a garden and shining stuff fit for a royalty.

Fairy

This is a good option if you will be having the baby shower in the garden.  You can enhance the garden surroundings to make it look like the home of fairies.  You can include vines, arches, bees and butterflies, as well as small fairy-like decorations to create a fairy garden.

Characters

You can choose a storybook or cartoon character as a theme.  How about a superhero?  There are lots of options, and once you have selected one, you can think about what items the character is associated with that you can use for the party.

With these simple ideas, you can conceptualize a special baby shower theme that will be remembered by the parents and the guests.

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What comes to mind after hearing the four magical words, “We’re having a baby?” A baby shower, of course. Organizing a party with the expectant parents’ closest friends and family members is the perfect way of expressing “Congratulations,” or “We’re happy for you,” or “Best wishes.”

Aimed at further boosting the parents-to-be’s excitement for the future member of their family, the baby shower is usually hosted by a close friend or relative, at any time during the last months of the pregnancy.

Just like any other party, a baby shower requires careful planning to ensure that it will go as smoothly as possible, and be memorable for everyone. Although there are no rules cast in stone in preparing for a baby shower, there are some helpful tips to follow to help the host organize every aspect of the event.

1) Decide on the location.

Most baby showers are held at the parent-to-be’s house, since the expectant mother’s health needs to be considered. It is recommended for small, intimate parties, with only the closest friends and family members. Guests also tend to be more comfortable if the party’s setting is at home.

If the expectant parents love the outdoors, a barbecue party at their garden, or a local park may also be an option.  Naturally, the weather must be considered – baby shower does not literally mean soaking the guests in the rain.

For less complications, the host may reserve a secluded area in a restaurant or bar. It may be more costly, but at least the decoration, food and drinks, as well as the post-party cleanup will already be taken care of.

2) Choose the party’s theme.

For easier decoration ideas, a theme may be decided upon. Consider the expectant parents’ favorite movies or hangouts. Another option is to decorate the party site by re-creating the place where they had their honeymoon, such as a cruise ship, or Paris-inspired café.

Since the party will also be a celebration of the future baby, a childish atmosphere may also be considered. Choose cartoon characters, bright colors, and other designs depending on the baby’s gender.

3) Finalize the menu.

The party’s menu will depend upon the time of the event. In most baby showers, the host serves finger food, pastries and other baked goods for convenience. However, if the event will be held during lunch or dinner time, heavier meals will naturally be served. Alcoholic drinks may also be prepared, depending on the guests’ preference.

4) Design a fun program.

Contrary to what most people believe, a baby shower is not only limited to mingling around, gift giving, eating and drinking. Fun games may also be included, such as charades, or those which will bring back the guests’ childhood memories. Remember that the main point is to make sure everyone will have a good time, and various games will surely liven up the event.

5) Create the guest list and send out invitations.

Prepare a list of the expectant parents’ closest friends and family members. Make sure to seek their approval before sending out invitations, to avoid any embarrassing mistakes later. Bear in mind that it’s the parents’ event, and not the host’s, so their choice of people should matter the most.

Ready-made baby shower invitations are readily available in gift shops and craft stores. However, homemade invitations may also be used to provide the host’s personal touch.

Send out invitations out two to four weeks before the party to give time for the guests to fix their schedule. Baby shower invitations follow the same format as any other invitation — it indicates the date, time, place, attire preferred, gift registry, if any, the host’s contact numbers for RSVP. Just to be organized, prepare a final list of attendees a few days before the baby shower.

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People do baby showers in anticipation of the newborn baby. This is usually done by a group of close friends of the future mother to be. Such events are mainly for gift giving which make it awkward for a family member of the mother to be to host such an event.

This can be done a month or two before the arrival of the baby or right after the baby is born.

Invitations should symbolize the birth of the future baby. One can get an invitation that has been made by a card company but for it to be special, it is best to choose the design then have it custom made.

Just like any other invitation, it should have the name of the person to be invited, when and where the event will take place, the contact number of the one hosting the event, the gender of the baby and the theme of the party.

The invitations should be given out a month to a month and half prior to the event. This will give people time to make plans for that day and pick the right gift.

Since the party has to have a theme, there are many to choose from and it all depends on the gender of the baby.

If it is a boy, an example of a good theme is a sailboat. The place can be setup with all sorts of boats both big and small. The punch bowl used for the cocktail can also have one that has a centerpiece. The most important thing for this kind of theme is the name of the baby which can be highlighted using an inner tube or any other object that will suit the occasion. 

If it is a girl, an example of a good theme is a cookie. The theme is based on the poem that tells how little girls are made which usually come from sugar and spice and everything nice.  It is like have a tea party with lot of cookies around as well as cooking recipes and jars with various ingredients like chocolate chip and peanuts. The name of the girl can be highlighted in the form of a giant cookie. 

What if the parents have not decided on the name of the baby yet? This too can be another good idea. The baby shower can help the parents decide on the baby’s name. The place can be decorated with letters of the alphabet and games can be made to help people think of possible names.

Some parents don’t want to know the gender of the baby until the baby comes out. Others keep the guests in suspense. Another idea for a party is only letting the people the sex of the baby at the party. An ultrasound can be brought in so everyone will be able to find out all together what the baby is.

Another way to have fun is to let the guests play a Girl or Boy Quiz. The questions are designed to determine the sex of the baby. 

There are other ideas and themes to make the shower a memorable occasion. It just takes some planning and little imagination to make this baby shower stand out over others that people have gone to.

The host can do alone, plan it with other friends or get a professional to help out.

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Baby showers are thrown for the main purpose of bestowing well wishes and gifts upon a couple that is having their first child.  Usually, gifts come in the form of baby items that the baby will need on its arrival.

With the popularity of baby gift registries today, looking for that perfect gift that the baby will need and the couple will truly appreciate has become easy.  But for those will-be parents who did not sign up for a gift registry, or if you want to choose a baby gift on your own, this list of baby shower gift ideas may truly be helpful.

1. Disposable Diapers

Diapers may not be the most fancy gift to give for a baby shower.  But this would definitely be the most thoughtful and most appreciated.

Diapers are expensive and babies will use them up very quickly.  The new parents will appreciate them.  Even those parents who opt to use cloth diapers may also find disposable diapers useful when traveling.

A tip when buying diapers, pick the larger size ones instead of newborn diapers.  After all, babies nowadays grow very fast and the newborn-size diapers may not be useful for very long.  And while you are at it, why not thrown in some baby wipes as well.

2. Bottles and Pacifiers

Babies may sometimes be picky on bottles and pacifiers.  Some babies prefer to use only a particular brand or shape for these items.

If the parents-to-be have specified in the baby registry a brand or shape of bottles, nipples, and pacifiers, these items may be a safe choice for a baby shower gift.  Otherwise, just steer clear from these baby items.

3. Baby Clothes

Choose larger sized baby clothes instead of the newborn sizes. Babies grow quickly.

If you could figure out, know the baby’s gender and the season when the baby is due so you can pick clothes for the baby’s gender, and just right for the season.

4. Toys for Baby

Give the gift of fun baby toys.  You may buy toys for older babies that the baby can use when it grows a bit older.  But just to be safe, stick to the toys for kids aged 3 and under.

5. Knowledge for Baby

Boost baby’s brainpower with educational baby items.  Choose a classic baby book, educational videos, music CDs.

For educational videos, Brainy Baby and Baby Einstein DVDs are highly recommended.

As for books, a selection of your own favorite books from childhood would be a great gift idea.  Choose books with bright and bold pictures, and those new interactive boys that feature counting or touching.

6. Bath time Goodies

The baby will need to be always squeaky clean.  A nice selection of baby bathroom essentials would be very thoughtful. 

Pick up some cute baby puppets that may also double as scrubbing tools.  Bubble bath with a soothing lavender scent will make bath time an entertaining experience for both the baby and parents.

A hooded towel and some sweet smelling baby cologne or lotion is also suitable bath time goodies gifts.

Baby shower gifts need not only be for the baby.  It is also thoughtful to get the parents to be something. 

Those are just some nice baby shower gift ideas of baby items to welcome the cute little bundle of joy into the family.  But if all else fails, you may also consider getting the new parents gift checques so they can just purchase the items that they need but were not received at the baby shower.

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