5 Most Common Problems When Choosing The Best Baby Shower Gifts

How to choose the best baby shower gifts? What ACTUALLY good baby shower gifts mean? What makes the best baby shower gifts? Do you make the 5 most common mistakes when choosing the best baby shower gifts? How about let you know to avoid them?

Today I’m sharing with you my answers to all the questions above. And if you do the things right, then- trust me- every mom (and her little bundle) will appreciate your gift!

**This following post contains some affiliate links. Despite that, the written in here is honest and based on my own opinion or/and experience, research and wish to share my findings with you! 

Welcoming a new baby is one of the happiest moments in someone’s life ever! When this is happening to friends of yours the happiness is even twice as much! And one of the first things you’ll likely think about is what to buy for a gift.

Having a child is an exciting time for everyone involved, and presenting the mother-to-be with wonderful gifts for her coming bundle of joy can make the occasion even more special. Here are 5 major mistakes to avoid when you’re choosing the best baby shower gifts (plus 25 baby shower gift ideas

1. Not Asking About The Registry

Before you go shopping for the best baby shower gifts, make sure that you’ve asked the expectant mother if she has a registry. This way, you don’t have to spend time deciding on the right gift. The mother-to-be has an exact idea of what she needs for her baby. And when you get a gift from her register, you can be sure that she’ll love the present (or she needs it, at least).

2. Not Being Practical

If the mom-to-be doesn’t have a baby shower gift registry, purchase gifts that are practical when it comes to having a baby. Some of the best gifts for baby shower include large boxes of diapers, wipes, and bottles. Or, you can fill a gift basket with baby powder, baby lotion, diaper rash cream, and baby oil. These are things that all moms need. And usually, spend much money on them. So there’s a good chance that these will be highly appreciated.

If the mother-to-be is a close friend of yours, you can ask her for the preferable baby cosmetic brand. This way you can be extra helpful with your gift and make it one of the best baby shower gifts received at the party.

A lovely way to arrange this kind of gifts is a diaper cake, made by yourself. It is easy if you follow this tutorial to learn how to make DIY diaper cake.

If you don’t feel crafty enough (although you don’t need some special skills), you can purchase diaper cake at a proper price here. (click on the links below to check prices)

1. Monkey Theme Handmade Diaper Cake | 2. Expecting A Little Nightmare hilarious diaper cake | 3. Tillie the Turtle Four-Piece Bathtime Gift Set | 4. Munchkin Sarabear Portable Diaper Caddy | 5. Pink & Gray Elephant Diaper Cake

3. Not Asking The Gender of the Baby

If the mother-to-be already knows the gender of her baby, ask about it before you go gift shopping. Some of the best baby shower gifts are those that help to celebrate the birth of a bouncing baby boy or a beautiful baby girl. This can also help you to purchase presents that are in the color scheme of the baby’s nursery, so you should ask about this as well.

If the parents don’t have a nursery design at the time of the shower, gender-neutral crib bedding in earth tones or yellow makes a thoughtful gift. Or, you can opt for the classic teddy bear, chest of drawers or toy organizers that will look great in a baby boy or baby girl’s room.

1. Toy Storage Organizer | 2. Baby Memory Book for First Year to Five | 3. Silver Safari 3-Piece Baby Flatware Set | 4. Silverplated First Tooth & Curl Train Set | 5. 10-Piece Crib Bedding Set | 6. 4-piece Crib Bedding Set Lambs & Ivy  | 7. Bamboo Baby Sleeping Bag | 8. Exclusive Cuddly Soft Teddy Bear

4. Not Thinking Outside the Box

Do your best to be creative when it comes to the best baby shower gifts. Like this awesome personalized gift idea (the post is actually about the first birthday of a baby, but this puzzle idea makes a memorable welcoming baby gift too).

Also, instead of simply getting an adorable outfit for the baby, purchase some educational DVDs or books that may be appealing to the new bundle of joy. If you know that the mom-to-be wants to make her own baby food, a baby food maker and baby recipe book could be the best gift, letting her know that you support the bio idea.

1. Cooking for Baby: Wholesome, Homemade, Delicious Foods for 6 to 18 Months | 2. The Baby and Toddler Cookbook: Fresh, Homemade Foods for a Healthy Start | 3. Growing Green Babies | 4. The Happiest Baby on the Block | 5. Heading Home With Your Newborn: From Birth to Reality | 6. Baby Food Maker Pro

Depending on how well you know the mommy, an unconventional yet useful gift is heartfelt and thoughtful.

If you are a handy person, you can make a great and pretty creative baby shower gift with your bare hands, such as Baby Diaper Cake.

5. Not Thinking Ahead

Finally, remember that the new baby won’t stay tiny forever. Actually, babies grow really fast, believe me. Show the mom-to-be that you’re thinking ahead. Buy clothing that the little can wear six months of a year from now. Chances are everyone will be purchasing newborn-sized clothing (0-3 months), but since babies grow so quickly, the infant won’t be able to wear many of these gifts for long. When you think about the future, the mother and child can remember your kindness for much longer.

1. Rockin’ Rider Charger | 2. Happy Farm Animals Kids Storage Bench | 3. Kids Wood Table & 4 Chair Set | 4. Newborn Babyprints | 5. Colorful Fairy-tale Frog Prince Toddler Bedding Set | 6. Waterproof Crawl Mat Playing Carpet

Final Thoughts

You can find tons of baby products for the next baby shower you are invited. But as a mom, I’ve come up with a great selection of non-toy baby gifts that my daughter received (and I still make use of them one way or another) – you can check it here.

To get some extra ideas for the best baby shower gifts ever, use the Gift Finder tool here. And if you are on your way of organizing an incredible baby shower, why not consider the book-themed baby party? Or the most adorable personalized book for the little bundle?

Your Turn

What was your biggest struggle with the baby shower gift ideas? I would love to hear or see the creative gifts you gave to the happy mom-to-be! Make sure to comment!

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