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As a mom of five, convenience and functionality is now my best friend over what’s cute. It kind of feels like the day we give up heels for the comfortable mom shoes….
I really do love all the adorable clothes, like the new grey tones, the swaddlers, and all the amazing gadgets they did not have sixteen years ago when I first became a mom.
I really do love it all.
But while pregnant with Mathias, I couldn’t think of anything but all the things I actually needed versus what’s cute.
After my own experience, I much rather be the one at the baby shower, that gives the mom to be items that will make her life easier and bring some sensibility to it.
Don’t get me wrong, I do get excited from all the “Ahhhhs” after the blush pink outfits and baby blue blankets are unwrapped but is it just me or is the cost of baby NEEDS getting higher?! Moms need our help!
Through the list, my goal was also show sensible pricing.
Crossing fingers that I accomplished it for you!
First, before we get into any of the essentials for the new mom to be, I must tell you the best gift you can give to any mom or to any child, is intentional prayer time.
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This is not something you can wrap up, get all the “oohs” and “awws” from all the baby shower attendees. It will most likely never be spoken to the new mom that you gave that to her. This is something that is God ordained. I even believe that you reading this, proves you were the chosen one to pray over this mama and her child(ren).
Can you just imagine all the things in parenthood that is about to unravel in their lives. The battles of motherhood within ourselves and within our children as they are raised by imperfect human beings (news flash, there are no perfect moms, we are human). Keeping the new mom, baby, and entire family in prayer is a blessing and honor.
The greatest of this is knowing you were part of bringing Christ into their lives.
Now onto the Baby Shopping!
Come check out the Top Unique Baby Shower Gift List for first time Moms. Share on XTop Unique Baby Shower Gifts for the New Mom and Baby.
Modern Burlap Blankets
Every baby needs some blankets. The special thing about these beauties is that they are large enough to create a swaddle effect till six months old. This gift is not only a sweet gesture to have the mommy cuddle her child with a verse but it also gives a chance to create beautiful pictures of newborn baby.
(Picture credit to: Modern Burlap IG Account)
Books, books, and more books
Instead of a baby shower card to tuck in the gift bag, lay a small favorite children’s book on top with a written message to baby in the book. Books are my favorite gifs for my children. It motivates me to read with them more and to build a strong bond to learn together.
Diapers & Wipes
You will be a lifesaver by helping the new mom and dad save money. But be one of a kind in the party, buy a larger size. Most likely parents to be and other attendees to the shower will purchase newborn or size one diapers. Let your box of diapers be the one that they are thankful for when baby gets bigger.
Diaper Bag Necessities
Creating a gift basket of disposable changing pads or of a traveling diaper changing pad, sanitizing wipes, sanitizer that you can clip to the diaper bag, diaper trash bags, pack of bottles, pacifier, baby sunscreen, and a small traveling Health Care kit for baby is a perfect gift.
Breastfeeding Necessities
The first six months of breastfeeding has its demands and it seriously stinks when you run out of something. Purchasing these items to the mom that plans to breastfeed is a generous gift! Nipple cream, breast pads, nursing camis, nursing covers. Hair Ties, please the hair ties, it keeps out the long non-stop growing hair (due to our hormone change) out of the way from breastfeeding.
Storage Baskets
I received a few as a gift before.. Did not realize how good of a gift it was till baby came. Having light weighted storage baskets to move room to room or changing table to table was absolutely a blessing. I would fill them with diapers, wipes, and a handful of onesies to each basket. After having C-sections then breastfeeding immediately you are not very mobile. Recommend to the new mom to place them where they are easy to grab so they do not need to move room to room.
Nightwear for Mom
Keep the personality of the mom in mind when choosing this gift. Choose something comfy but cute and sexy. (For most, anything more than sweats is sexy after just having a baby.) Make it a opportunity to help her feel like she still got it. Those postpartum months can be hard on us mentally and physically. A delicate maternity nightgown or robe can always make a big difference for us at the end of the day!
Humidifier
The Humidifier is probably one of the most underestimated gifts. This is needed so much for the baby’s first year of life. Did you know that a baby will get cold or become sick on a average of eight times within their first year? Due to their age, there is limited medication each time. Unless running a fever, Pediatricians will usually only recommend a humidifier and vapor rub as a at home remedy to soothe baby.
Swaddle Blanket Set
Swaddles are intending to make the baby feel secure by snuggling the newborn up. This prevents the baby from waking up from it’s own reflex startle. It also calms a baby and reduces crying. A baby can be swaddled for the first few months. I highly recommend muslins swaddles..
Rock and Play Sleeper
I literally took this everywhere with me the first six months of all my children’s live. This has been a lifesaver while traveling, over to the baby sitters home, and many other places for me so many times. The slope of the Rock Sleepers snugs the baby up and makes them feel secure which has been kept my babies naps very long. This is one of my favorite gifts to receive and to give.
Lots of Onesies
I think with each child, I went through six to eight onesies per day till they were three months old; especially due to breastfeeding. Even though they are most needed as a newborn and you can never have enough of them. Buying bigger sizes are also very appreciated by any mom. Just like the diapers, it is so helpful to have clothes ready for very fast growing baby.
Diaper Bag for Dad
Us moms love our pretty diaper bags whether we are having a girl or boy but Dads usually get the shorter end of the stick with the decision making of what diaper bag they get to carry around. This gift specifically for the dad always get a “Awww” for Dad not being forgotten.
Personal Care Gift
Give a thoughtful gift that can pamper the new mama. Professional Photoshoot. Gift card to a massage or pedicure. Cleaning services. Or meal deliveries. They are all something that can really help out the new parents but never think to ask for.
Streaming Netflix
The gift of streaming is also becoming a popular unique gift to new mom and dads. Leaving the home the first few months is hard, not just because of finding babysitters but because we are so tired. Offering a gift where they can binge watch tv and movies together while baby sleeps is awesome.
Baby Wrap for Moms
This is a perfect gift for the newborn baby phase. It creates a close bond for baby and mom.
Stroller Organizer
Have you noticed, to make strollers more compatible there is usually only one cup holder and now no longer storage pockets. Stroller organizers has rapidly became a popular accessory to strollers. They can add more cup holders, give place to add clips to hold bags, and much room to place your phone, wallet, and baby snacks.
That is the end of the unique baby shower gift list. I hope I provided some good ideas for you.
What are some gifts you like to gift to new moms?
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