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Maybe you've been invited to a baby shower. Or perhaps, you have just learned that your friend or relative has welcomed a new baby. Regardless of the circumstances, one thing is clear - you are going to need to buy a present for the little one.
Now, if you don't have too much experience with newborns, you may be wondering just what it is you should be shopping for. Well, if you want to make sure you have gotten it right, here are the top options to rely on.
The Fun Supplies
Have the new (or soon-to-be) parents told you that they have everything they need? In this case, you have permission to get a little creative. Rather than opting for must-have products, you can go ahead and select something a little more fun.
For instance, you can get adorable little outfits with funny sayings on them. Or, you can go all-out and get actual costumes. Irrespective of what you choose, make sure that the clothing is suitable for babies. Therefore, it has to be made from hypoallergenic, gentle fabric. Not to mention, it has to come with fasteners that are safe for little ones.
Of course, new parents deserve presents too. So, if you don't mind shaking things up, get the new mommy and daddy something that will give them a giggle. It could be a comedy-based parenting book that will have them giggling even when they haven't slept in days.
The On-the-Go Supplies
When most soon-to-be parents buy supplies for their babies, they buy items to use inside their homes. As such, they end up with heavy or immovable objects that can't be taken outside. Of course, as you can imagine, even new parents are going to have to leave the house at some point.
This is where those portable presents will come in handy. Now, there are different things you can select so it is a good idea to check in with the parents first. This is to make sure that your friends or family members don't already have the supplies you are considering getting them.
One idea for portable supplies is to get slings or hands-free carriers. This way, the parents can run errands or carry out tasks all while having their little tyke strapped to them. Not to mention, the little one gets to stay cuddled up next to mommy and daddy.
If the parents have such supplies, then you should think outside the box. For instance, consider getting portable changing pads, stroller organizers, and stroller accessory clips. In case you aren't afraid to really get out there, go ahead and get a "weather shield" for the baby's car seat. This will keep the sun and rain off the baby!
The Must-Have Supplies
Of course, not all new parents are lucky enough to be gifted with the items that they want. This is especially the case with younger parents. In this case, you should opt for those must-have supplies. Keep in mind, baby products can get pretty pricey for parents so it is nice to lend a helping hand.
So, what should you get? Well, once again, always ask the soon-to-be parents before making a purchase. You can never tell what they will or won't need. However, if you find that they haven't really done too much of their own shopping, you may want to start with something like feeding supplies for the little one. You can guarantee that they will never have too many of these!
Other must-have supplies include onesies, baby cloths, bibs, and more. Tubs and bathing supplies will be much appreciated as well. Oh, and they will certainly thank you for a large package of diapers - just make sure that you get the right size.
Another heartfelt gift could be to offer to cover some of the cost of big-ticket items. Keep in mind, cribs, strollers, changing tables, and other products can be rather expensive. So, you and some other friends or family members can chip in and help with these. You can absolutely guarantee that the soon-to-be parents will love this gesture.
The Take-a-Load-Off Presents
If there is one thing you can be certain about parenthood, it is absolutely exhausting. Newborns may be tiny, but they sure do demand a lot of time, effort, and attention. Thus, the new parents will only be able to focus on tending to their little one's needs for the first few weeks.
This means that all other tasks such as housework and grocery shopping will fall by the wayside. In this case, look around to see if there are any services that you can hire for them. Perhaps you can hire someone to deep clean their home. Or, you can order groceries for them online.
Another thing that new parents may not have too much time for is cooking. As such, they may end up sustaining themselves on snacks and junk food. Well, you can help them out here as well. There are actually plenty of food service companies that cater to new moms and dads. And, of course, there are those that just will deliver delicious and healthy meals to anyone. So, you can register for a short-term subscription and have food deliver to the new parents.
Let's imagine that you aren't keen on spending money on such services. Then, you can offer up your own services. Go ahead and tell the new parents that you will come in and clean or cook for them on specific days. If you want this gesture to have an even greater impact, have other people join in as well. This way, the new parents won't have to lift a finger towards housework for quite a while!
As you can see, there are plenty of baby present ideas to choose from. Some are for the newborn, while others are for the parents. The good news is that they are all equally great options. So, regardless of what you decide to go with, you can be certain that you have a hit on your hands.
