Gifts 101
While everyone loves looking at that darling picture frame, hand-crocheted
blanket, or monogrammed towel, practical gifts are necessary items when
new parents are trying to prepare for the arrival of their precious
infant. Remember, whatever they don't receive as a gift will still have
to be purchased, so don't worry if the gift you choose to give is perceived
as practical. Practical is also necessary! Practical baby gifts may
include the following:
• Diapers (If you aren't sure of the size, purchase
a couple of different sized packages and place the receipt along with
your purchase in case they need to be returned.
• Wipes (The parents of a baby can really never
have too many wipes on hand. These will be used even when the baby has
become an active toddler!)
• Toiletry items (You could give a gift box or
basket full of such items as baby shampoo, baby wash, diaper ointment,
nail clippers, brush, etc.)
• Burp cloths (Sure, you may notice that the
new baby receives quite a few lovely embroidered burp cloths, but do
you really think those will be used? Babies spit up a lot! Go ahead
and purchase a package of burp cloths to give! They'll be appreciated!)
• Hooded bath towels and wash cloths (You can
often find sets of bath towels and wash cloths, along with a cute tub
toy to boot!)
• Laundry essentials (Babies go through several
changes of clothes every day. That's a lot of laundry! Purchasing baby
detergent along with a baby spot remover is a great idea for a gift!)
• Baby blankets (These can be small receiving
blankets or larger thermal blankets. They come in lots of colors, textures,
and sizes.)
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