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Baby Shower Gift Ideas That Won't Put a Strain On your Busy Schedule Or your Budget
Is there anything more exciting than the arrival of a new baby? The instant the parents-to-be find out that they're expecting, every moment in life takes on an added layer of meaning. Whether it's thinking of names, planning a nursery or breaking the news to an older brother or sister, it seems that everything is suddenly a special event.
Of course the one thing new babies need the most is love, but the list of supplies and equipment that new parents need to outfit and care for their new arrival is mind-boggling! When trying to decide on a gift it's easy to get overwhelmed - especially if it's a couple's first child. Should you chip in with other friends or family members to get one of those big tickets items like a crib or a deluxe stroller? And if you get clothes, should you get stuff they can use right away, or those great toddler options that are out there?
Here are six other fun and functional baby gift ideas that won't put a strain on your busy schedule OR your budget:
Baby Album of Firsts
While the pregnancy itself may seem to take an eternity, once the baby is born, time flies by at warp speed! As new parents, they're going to feel a longing to capture as many of the "firsts" as possible—the baby's first smile, laugh, roll over, solid food, crawl, word, step, tooth, etc. The list of events is endless, and so will the memories with a baby photo album of firsts. That's why, as Founder of Adesso Albums I am passionate about helping parents capture the "Now" of their children's most precious moments.
Bib-a-Day
Okay, we know that once babies start eating "real" food it's more like a bib-a-minute, but don't you think that new parents would appreciate a week's worth of bibs? Check out the choices at your local baby or department or discount store. You can get the same bib in a variety of colors, go for a cute animal theme or get seven bibs that are completely different from one another. Does Dad or Mom have a favorite sport? Check online and you're sure to have an instant winner with an "official" team bib.
Bundle of Basics
Many essential baby products are small and inexpensive, and combining a whole bunch of them can make a terrific and useful gift. Baby lotion, shampoo, mild soap, diaper rash ointment, Vaseline, washcloths, itsy-bitsy fingernail clippers, a brush and comb set, tub toys, a teething ring ... the list goes on and on! You can put the goodies in a pretty basket, a small hamper, or just wrap it all up in a receiving blanket and you're good to go!
A Heap o' Wipes
Any experienced parent knows that you can never have too many diaper wipes. So go to your local club/warehouse store and buy the biggest package of baby wipes you can find. (Go ahead, splurge, buy two!) Throw in an economy-sized box or two of diapers, wrap it all up with a big bow, and just like that you'll have made things easier for harried new parents. It may not be the prettiest present they get, but it's for sure the most practical!
Baby's First Book
What was your favorite book when you were growing up? Odds are it was a classic that is still delighting youngsters today. If you still have that book and it's in good condition you can add a handwritten inscription and you'll have an instant heirloom. Or pick up a nice, new hardcover edition and add an inscription about what this book has meant to you. Since it will be a while before the baby will be able to appreciate the special book, consider adding a few inexpensive toddler board books that can be enjoyed sooner.
Gift Card
In a rush? Out of ideas? How about getting a gift card that the new parents can use at their local baby or department or discount store? That way you'll know for sure that they're getting what they want and need. Or for a sure-to-be-appreciated change of pace, buy a gift certificate for a nice local restaurant and offer to baby-sit one evening so that Mom and Dad can get some quality time for themselves... and make SURE they go!
About the Author
As Founder of Adesso Albums, Lesley Mattos, is passionate about helping people all over the world capture the "Now" in life's most important moments. Of all the ways to welcome a new baby and capture those memories, the Adesso Album is the only baby album keepsake that provides an instant memory in both pictures and words. To create a memory keepsake for every "first" in your child's life, visit http://www.adessoalbums.com/baby.html
Baby Scrapbooking Kits and Ideas for Every Occasion
Scrapbook pages are packaged in two main sizes 8 x 8 inches or 12 x 12 inches. One popular baby scrapbook kit is the Baby Days Pages pack, which features Baby Days, Mom and Dad's Stories, Hands and Feet Keepsakes, Gifts page, First Home, First Haircut and many other storylike pages.
Coordinating pages, borders and albums are all available to create your baby's first scrapbook. Even a novice can create a beautiful and memorable baby scrapbook with these colorful pages and photos.
Capture more than just milestones. Baby scrapbook theme kits come in assorted styles and pages. Scrapbook theme kits may include cat, dog, beach, water, bath time, good night, and baby and me themes. Using baby scrapbook kits help make fun and colorful pages to your baby's album such as park and playground, sunglasses and sand bucket, bath time and good night, kiss and teddy bears, and many more.
Baby scrapbook kits are also gender specific. If you are expecting or are already enjoying your precious baby girl, then look for baby girl scrapbook kits. These sets include pages of assorted pink and pastel theme sheets, letter stickers, coordinating tags and all materials are acid and lignin free. However, if you are expecting or are already enjoying your active little guy, then use a baby boy scrapbook kit, which typically feature assorted blue theme sheets, letter stickers, coordinating tags and are acid and lignin free.
Larger baby scrapbook kits include a baby keepsake calendar scrapbook kit. Every month you will be able to see your little one as you write down all the first moments of his or her experiences. Calendar scrapbook kits can be saved in your baby's scrapbook album and cherished for years to come. In addition, your baby's calendar scrapbook kit is a unique and memorable gift to give your family, especially if they do not live in your area.
Do you have a special theme for baby's room? Baby scrapbook theme kits can be purchased as well. Precious Moments, Suzy's Zoo, Disney, various religious themes, Creative Imaginations, Rubber Ducky kits include theme pages, die cuts, rub-ons, letters, words and other assorted embellishments to make your baby scrapbook complete. Each season of the year is also available: spring, summer, fall, and winter theme kits. Other theme kits include holiday pages: Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas.
About the Author
Michele Cardello, director of marketing and creative for Life Imprints, a scrapbooking albums and accessories company in Cleveland, Ohio, has worked in the photo packaging industry for 10 years. Cardello helps customers find creative ways to preserve and appreciate a lifetime of memories through scrapbooking. mcardello@albumsinc.com
