Good Baby Gifts for New Mommy

By Zeeman Haus

A blissful event for the entire family, the birth of a new baby is a time to celebrate. The prospect of bringing new life into the world is both triumphant and daunting. A new baby means lifestyle changes and new expenses. One way to defray these costs is receiving baby gifts from family and friends. You can help the soon to be parents with memorable and practical baby gifts for the baby's impending arrival.

The best place to start looking for a baby gift is the parents' baby gifts registry. Ask the parents if they have created a baby gifts registry and if there are some items that need more than others. Representative of the parents' wish list for the baby and everything they need for the new baby. Using the registry makes it easier to exchange and return defective or duplicated baby gifts. Parents can register for everything from bottles to blankets to bath items.

Not all the parents have the time to create a baby gifts registry and some just may not know how. The good news is even parents who don't have a baby gifts registry still need all of the basic baby supplies like pampers, bottles, washcloths and baby towels. New parents can never have too many blankets, pacifiers, t-shirts, and pajamas. An arsenal of necessary everyday items like combs, brushes, manicure sets, laundry detergent, and bath toys are all good baby gifts.

Cribs, changing tables, dressers, and diaper pails also make good baby gifts. Burying nursery furniture can relieve some of the parents' expenses and help them defray costs. Decrease the costs of these items by purchasing from furniture outlet stores, sales at major department stores, or use a lay-a-way program so that you can make monthly payments.

Need a baby gift for a couple that has already purchased baby furniture and accessories? If a couple already has children, they more than likely have the basics. Consider buying a present that can be used as a keepsake to commemorate baby's birth. A sterling silver engravable rattle, bank, or even picture frame with the baby's name and date of birth are sentimental presents that will bring joy for years to come.

Want to give a gift but low on funds? Life is never the same after the baby is born. By offering to perform some household chores for the new parents, you give them the gift of rest and relaxation. Any new mother will be relieved to have you help with household chores or free babysitting. Using your computer, you can design a coupon booklet that offers diaper changes, bottle feeding, and free laundry. This thoughtful gift will be appreciated and even more valuable than any store bought present.

Show your creativity by creating your own personalized gift basket. Personalized gift baskets are unique baby gifts because you can include all the gifts you think the new mommy and baby need. Baby wipes, bottles, baby powder and pampers can be included.

Don't forget the diaper bag. Stylish diaper bags make great baby gifts for a fashionable mom. Instead of pink and blue, consider neutral colors in leather or suede. - 31376

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