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Unique Baby Shower Gift Idea
When your friends start
having babies, buying gifts gets trickier. You can't just send
them a bottle of booze like you could in past days: new moms
don't drink! But there are plenty of thoughtful, inexpensive
things you can do for new parents to lessen their trials or
just to say, "I'm thinking of you, you poor, sleep-deprived,
formula-bespattered slob". Check out these five ideas for baby
presents! |
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Go Traditional
Classic baby gifts include gifts for the care of the newborn
like ultra-soft receiving blankets, mobiles for the nursery
or tiny, perfect newborn clothes. Homemade gifts that may
last for years could include crocheted afghans, handmade
baby quilts or a wooden cradle. Other creative ideas include
personalized silver cups or spoons that commemorate the
baby's birth in a way that provides an heirloom gift for
girl or boy. |
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Take Care of the
Parents
But if a child has grandparents and a shower has brought the
household everything they need for caring for their newest
member, gift baskets for the new parents are thoughtful and
generous presents. Chocolate is always appropriate for new moms
and dads whose moods could be lifted by a sweet, dark bite of
really good chocolate. And who wouldn't be happy with a basket
of luxury items, either spa-related soaps, lotions and candles,
or foods like sausage, cheese and wine? Buy them already made or
make your own with a trip to the craft store for a big wicker
basket and a stop at the supermarket for all things tasty.
Making and delivering your own gift basket can cut the cost in
half, so you can buy the really great stuff.
Service Related Gifts
Never underestimate the power of food, especially in a household
where people are too tired to cook. Gift cards to local take-out
(or better yet, delivery) restaurants will be useful, highly
appreciated and timely gifts. Other great gifts include
housecleaning, laundry, professional car detailing—even window
washing! Do it yourself, or hire someone to give your friends a
break by taking on some hated chore that might otherwise go
undone.
Gifts that Make a Huge Difference
If your friends are truly broke, forget all that feel-good stuff
and get down to the nitty gritty: give them diapers by the ton.
Diapers add up, with a new baby using ten to twenty a day, and
the darned things cost a lot! Buy your friends stacks of
diapers, boxes of wipes, soap or lotions and other must-haves to
keep the household running. Formula (make sure you know if the
baby takes formula, and if so, the exact kind), baby food and
bottles are also helpful for new parents who are strapped for
cash. And never underestimate the usefulness of dish towels. New
parents need about a thousand of them.
Gifts for the Future
More and more parents are starting educational funds for their
children. If you don't know what to get for your new niece or
godchild, consider starting a bank account, either for future
schooling, a house or mad money. This way, when it comes time
for birthday or holiday gifts, you can make a deposit that will
one day turn into a substantial gift.Continue
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