A baby shower is organized just a few weeks before the mother delivers the baby. It’s a perfect way for her to deal with the idea of a new baby. With friends and family around for support, mommy-in-waiting is able to share space in an atmosphere where baby advice, encouragement, and baby gifts are found in abundance.
What are the best gifts for a baby shower?
It’s obvious, if you’re reading this article, you’ve probably been invited to a baby shower. While there’s no perfect gift for a baby shower, there are some products that can be useful and memorable for the mom-to-be and her baby. Here is a list of some amazing yet practical gifts that any expecting mother will love.
Crib
Clearly, this is a nursery staple, but there are so many things to consider when choosing a crib. Safety is the foremost concern. You can try to understand the kind of crib the would-be parents would want, or you can simply select the one with all the basic necessities for starters. Crib accessories, such as a mattress and a cover, are also essential for a nursery. If the prospective parents already have a crib, you can give them crib accessories like a mattress with a fitted cover.
Changing Table and Pad
A changing table makes a great, useful gift for the mother.
A changing pad is another practical item that is indispensable for the baby bag. The pad can turn any surface into a diaper station, complete with bulk baby wipes, diapers, and talcum powder, making it convenient for mothers to change babies on-the-go.
Rocking chair
A sturdy rocking chair keeps the mom comfortable while nursing and cuddling her baby. The gentle back-and-forth motion is soothing for the baby and helps it to sleep. You can complement the gift with a small side table to be placed near the chair to keep items needed during feeding easily accessible.
Baby monitor
A baby monitor not only makes a smart gift but also gives sound sleep and peace of mind to the parents. These days, with the advancement in technology, baby monitors are also available as smart wearables. It can track your child’s sleep 24/7, feature WiFi connectivity, and present a spectacular night vision. You can also be sure about security since many baby monitors use encryptions and two-factor authentication. With this gift, you can be sure the new parents and the baby will be in safe hands.
Memory and Baby Books
These books allow a little creativity from the parents to capture cute moments of the baby during the first year. Parents can record important milestones and add photos. Once the baby is grown up, they can also make a lovely book of memories to look back and smile upon.
Baby books are a great way to start the baby’s journey into reading. A nice selection of children’s books will enable parents to read to their baby and increase its exposure to the literary world right from the beginning.
Toys
When buying toys try to buy for different age requirements. As the baby grows older, parents will always have something new waiting on the shelf to entertain their little one.
Diaper Bag
A diaper bag is an absolute essential for a new mom. The best kind is the spacious one with multiple compartments to store biodegradable bamboo diapers and stroller fittings. Both mom and dad will be carrying this bag for a couple of years. Just choose one with a classic design, durability, and lightweight.
Conclusion
It can be confusing to decide on a baby shower gift. However, our advice would be to select something fuss-free, useful, and practical that the parents-in-waiting will cherish for a long time to come.