Okay, I’m pregnant, but it’s too early to have a baby shower, lol. I’m asking this for my cousin. She is almost 7 months pregnant. My family and her friends and i are all going to throw her a baby shower when she’s 8 months pregnant in July. I don’t really have any gifts in mind, i want to get her something cute though. She has been having gender identification problems, but theyre settling on it being a girl. She says the baby moves a lot during ultrasounds or is either not showing it’s genitals in the US.
The doctor is almost 100% sure it’s a girl, so we’re going to throw her a girl baby shower… so what are some cute gift ideas for a baby girl? i was thinking of giving some femine stuff such as a cute girl outfit with bows on it or "I love my mommy" or something. I’m also planning on buying or making a cute card for her with some chocolates, for her. Girl stuff. 
I’d love to hear your suggestions. I want to get her something nice because i know she’d do the same for me in 5 months.
Ideas?
PS JUST in case her baby isn’t a girl which is a slim chance now, are there any unisex things i could get? Thanks!
Get the mom something!! She’s the one who is aching and tired and will be feeling forgotten. Slippers, a robe, pedicure appt, gift card to her favorite pre-pregnancy store.
October 7th, 2009 at 1:08 am
diapers
wipes
baby shampoo/lotion
clothes
shoes
socks
bottles
sippy cups
bottle washers
photo albums
scrap books
bouncer
swing
toys
teething toys
blankets
diaper bag
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October 7th, 2009 at 1:54 am
It’s funny I was at a bable shower today but it was kinda backwards bc it was at work (i work in a juvenile prison(mainly men work there)) and it was for the father of soon to be twins but it was still fun none the less. Because it was for a male I wanted it to not be so girly so I got a tool belt and wrote Daddys Tools and put stuff in like tweezers gloves face masksear plugs and just funny gag gifts I’m sure you could do something to this effect and make it a mommys tool belt or something along those lines. But if you come from a family with a good sense of humor this usual goes well. But some other ideas I saw were a laundry basket (newbaby more clothes) filled with diapers, wipes, first aid kit, car widow baby visors soothing sounds cd, shampoo etc. socks onsies (if it is deffinetly a girl the baby gowns are the best for 3am changings) all that stuff in bulk deffinetly comes in handly and you can’t get enough, Birp clothes are always something you never have enough of. Okay I’m done rambling I hope some of this is helpful.Babys just make me happy!!!!
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October 7th, 2009 at 2:34 am
Below you’ll find numerous ideas to help you find the perfect baby shower gift!:
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Baby Clothing Gift Ideas
• One sies (with buttons up one or both legs for easy diaper changes)
• Baby T-shirts
• Baby Pants
• Sleepers (Make sure nap time clothing is flame retardant)
• Nightgowns (Make sure nap time clothing is flame retardant)
• Pajamas (Make sure nap time clothing is flame retardant)
• Blanket Sleeper (Make sure nap time clothing is flame retardant)
• Baby Socks
• Baby Hats
• Baby Shoes (With loose uppers - you should be able to feel Baby’s toes through the shoes and Baby’s toes should not be tight together)
• Baby Shorts
• Baby Sweaters
• Cashmere Baby Clothes
• Winter Baby Wear
• Baby Parka
• Baby Fleece Pants
• Baby Safe laundry soap
• Baby Church Outfit
• Baby Winter Hat (maybe one with a visor?)
• Baby Summer Hat (to shade her/him from sun burn)
Tips and Suggestions for buying Clothing as a Baby Shower Gift:
Things to look for in baby clothing:
• Buy clothing for different ages and stages - Not just the Newborn stage! Babies outgrow clothing quickly.
• Buy clothes made of good fabric that can withstand a lot of washing!
• Wide, stretchable necks
• Tight fitting head or arm openings are a hazard.
• Onesies or pants with buttons up one or both legs are so convenient for diaper changes!
• Dark colored clothes absorb more sunlight and keep Baby warmer. So darks are great for fall/winter times.
• Light colors are much better in the spring/summer because they don’t absorb as much sun and keep Baby cooler.
A New Mom should be stocked with:
6-8 Onesies
3-4 Nightgowns or PJ’s (that open at the bottom for easy diaper changes)
2-3 Light Sweaters
1-2 Thick Sweaters
3-4 Light stretch suits
3-4 Heavy stretch suits
BABY DIAPER CHANGING ESSENTIALS - Baby Shower Gift Ideas
• Disposable Diapers
• Cloth Diapers
• Diaper Bag (Make sure it has a shoulder strap)
• It is a good idea to have 2 diaper bags - one to use all around and a 2nd to keep in the car for a spare if you forget the main one when going somewhere.
• Diaper Service subscription
• Diaper Pail (with a deodorizer and a good seal for storing dirty diapers, and can be opened with a foot pedal)
• Diaper Table Changing Pad
• Baby Ointment or Petroleum Jelly (for diaper rash)
• Baby Powder
• Baby Diaper Rash Cream
• Baby Oil
• Baby Lotion
• Baby Wipes (Avoid wipes that contain alcohol, which may cause diaper rash)
• Baby Wipe Warmer
• Diaper Storage Unit
• A "special" Laundry bag and hamper for dirty washcloths & soiled clothes
• Washable Changing Table Covers
• Portable Changing Mat (that fits in the diaper bag)
• Toy Distractions (which help for quicker and less hassle diaper changes)
• Wash Cloths - You can never have enough!
• Cotton Balls (to apply ointment or lotion with)
• Diaper Cream
• Diaper
• A diaper changing table
* Remember that diapers come in age appropriate sizes. It might be a good idea to buy some diapers that would fit Baby from 6 - 12 months.
* It helps to buy a colorful nursery lamp or picture to put by the changing area to keep Baby distracted during a diaper change.
* A musical CD with fun songs may distract a fussy baby during a diaper change.
What goes in a Diaper Bag:
• 12 or more diapers
• A changing pad
• 3 wash cloths
• 1 pack of baby wipes
• Ointment
• Several plastic bags for dirty diapers
• Deodorizer
• 1 extra change of baby clothes
• Formula
• 2-3 burp cloths
• 1-2 bibs
• 1-2 pacifiers
• Extra bottle and nipple
• Toys
BABY KEEPSAKE GIFTS:
• Portrait Package for baby photos
• Rolls of Film
• Memory Cards for digital cameras
• Baby Photo Album
• Baby Brag Book
• Baby Picture Frames
• Baby Memory Books
• Scrapbooking Supplies for all of Baby’s cute photos!
LIFE SAVERS - A Book of Coupons
A few months after birth, when the new parents might be ready to go out on a date, a new mom and dad find it hard to ask people to baby-sit their new baby. Gifts of your time and help are some of the best and most useful. So, make them several useful coupons that they can use to help them out. You might make coupons for:
1 Night of Babysitting
1 Free House Cleaning
1 Dinner - Prepared and Delivered
1 Free Afternoon of Taxi Service (running errands, taking kids to school, practice, etc.)
1 Free Saturday Morning Breakfast
These are just some ideas. There are many more things that a new mother would need help with. Don’t feel like you have to give coupons for all these different ideas. Just give enough coupons for what you can handle. Even babysitting once or twice is worth its weight in gold to a new mom!
What you will need:
Time and Love :]
How to make the baby shower gift
Get some fun colored or patterned paper and cut them into coupon size cards. Decorate with baby stickers and write or
References :
http://www.plan-the-perfect-baby-shower.com/baby-shower-gift-ideas.html
October 7th, 2009 at 3:07 am
Get the mom something!! She’s the one who is aching and tired and will be feeling forgotten. Slippers, a robe, pedicure appt, gift card to her favorite pre-pregnancy store.
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me-I’m pregnant and getting a lot of the same stuff already. Think outside the onsie box!!
October 7th, 2009 at 3:55 am
Here is a list of unique ideas ranging from giving of yourself to giving a gift that costs money.
Offer to baby sit one night a month for the next 3 months.
Or prepare some home cooked meals that can be placed right in the oven and cooked with no prep time.
Other gifts
Baby slings for Mom - that is helpful
Sleep Sheep - helps baby sleep
Keepsake album - preserves memories for mom
Make a donation to his first bank account
How about a name train - it would be cute in the room and years down the road he can play with it.
I found these gift here http://www.giftideacenter.com/Occasion/Baby_Shower/
Or something different like baby’s first stock
Silly baby bottle covers
Baby lullabies from rock music - it is pretty cool.
And i found more here http://www.giftideacenter.com/People/baby_gifts.php
Good luck and happy shopping.
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http://www.giftideacenter.com