Selecting the best baby shower gift can be a daunting task. It is heart-warming to opt for a gift that the new mommy has registered for, however if you are looking for something different that is unique and that she can also find useful, this post is for you. We’ve compiled eight unique baby shower gifts that your new mommy-to-be friend or relative will certainly find interesting, cool or useful.
- Sleeping Aids To Help The New-Born Have A Good Night’s Rest
Hardly any expecting parent often think much about the lack of sleep they are going to be getting during those first few weeks or months when the new addition to the family arrives. A great item to consider are sleeping aids that can help new baby to sleep mor soundly. Any white noise machines are top considerations as a baby shower gift.
- A Pregnancy And New-Born Journal
One of the sweetest keepsakes that you can gift is a journal for the new mommy to document her pregnancy and new baby milestones. These journals usually serve as a useful planner where everything can be written down, from medical logs to a scribbling about the parenting journey that mom wants to remember. This is always a handy gift for an expectant mom irrespective if it is her first or third or any other pregnancy afterwards.
- A Dual Function Electronic Thermometer
I cannot emphasize how useful this gift is for measuring baby’s temperature. It is suitable for any age and it has a dual function for forehead or ear temperature measurement. With this type of thermometer, you can measure baby’s temperature when they are asleep and there is no need to wake them up. You get the results instantly without having to wait for the beeping sound like the conventional thermometers that is usually inserted under baby’s armpit.
- A Personalised Gift Basket
When you really want to go the extra mile, you can generate a gift basket with baby essentials, clothing items and some treats for the new mom-to-be. You can also opt for a new-born baby hamper which is a thoughtful and endearing gift.
- Mommy Hospital Survival Gift
You can let your creative juices flow to add little things that you think your friend would like to a box, jar or basket. This can include a few things like nail polish, chocolate, lip balm, tide pen, scented wipes, under-eye concealer, mints, a water bottle, open back slippers etc. Most people buy gifts for the new baby, but your friend would love a thoughtful gift with her in mind.
- Pacifier Clips
This is something that all new parents will find especially useful. This super inexpensive and useful item will make their lives a lot easier.
- Babywearing Devices
There are numerous benefits associated with babywearing and these nifty slings and wraps come in a wide selection and are an especially convenient piece of baby equipment to own. It allows moms to do chores or shopping with both hands free and baby can be breastfed and carried close to mom.
- Nursing Cover
If your friend is planning on nursing, a nursing cover will come in very handy. Even if she decides not to breastfeed or can’t due to medical reasons, it can still be used as a shopping cart or car seat cover, and some can convert into a scarf. They come in various patterns, perfect to suit any new mom’s style.
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