Unique Baby Gift Ideas

For Newborns, Showers, Siblings, and Parents

I know what gifts we received that we loved when our children were born, and I also remember the ones we could have lived without.

If you've learned anything about me on this site, you've probably already guessed what my favorite baby gift ideas are...that's right...homemade baby gifts!

Below you'll find some of my all-time-favorite projects and ideas for that special new baby in your life...

Believe it or not, this is the perfect time to start buying baby clothes and accesories for the new little one. Since pregnancy lasts over nine months, the baby clothes sales going on right now will be in season when the baby is born! Remember to buy some clothes that are bigger in size...as a mom I know that everyone buys you the tiny sizes, and you have nothing to put them in once they grow.

It's also the perfect time to shower the new parents-to-be with gifts. They have a big change ahead of them, and it's nice to show them that you are thinking of them on their journey to parenthood.

Mom Baby Gift Ideas

• Pregnancy journal to record her changes
• Pregnancy books
• Subscription to Parenting Magazine
• Robe and/or slippers
• Maternity pajamas or clothing
• Pregnant figurines or statues

Dad Baby Gift Ideas

• Tickets for a sporting event or concert (time to be with his friends before the baby arrives)

If there is no registry, a gift card is often the top baby shower gift an expecting parent(s) can ask for! It gives them the money they need for items they still need for the baby.

If you really want to be creative, try one of these do-it-yourself homemade baby gift ideas:

• Baby Clothing Project : Baby Shower Gift Basket Ideas

Now that you have the perfect gift, how will you wrap it? Instead of the traditional route of paper and a bow, you may choose to get a little more creative with your baby shower wrapping ideas.

Think of something that the baby will be able to use, and wrap your present in it! A baby towel or baby blanket work great. Lay the gift in the middle, bring the blanket/towel up on all sides around the gift. Cinch ends together and tie with a ribbon. Instead of using a bow on top of your baby gift, toys or other small items like pacifiers or baby spoons look adorable on the top.

If you have a large or odd size baby shower gift, line a laundry basket or organizational basket with a baby towel or blanket. Place all your baby clothes and toys in the basket, and fold the towel/blanket over the top.

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You may want to give the parents something to say congratulations on the birth of their new son or daughter.

Snack Basket for the Hospital
Unique alternative to the traditional gift of flowers at the hospital. Make this pretty gift basket that they'll get a lot of use out of.

Don't forget about the new big brother or new big sister! They sometimes feel left out when a new sibling arrives. Show them that their still just as important with a unique sibling gift.

Okay, so the baby doesn't really know that they're giving a gift, but the thought behind it is really cute!

Additional Resources:

Make Your Own Baby Stuff - Ideas and step by step tutorials to make your own baby stuff. Create everything from handmade baby clothes, to diy nursery decor, baby shower gifts and more.

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