Unique Baby Gifts

Are you looking to give a baby gift that will stand out from the rest? There are many unique baby gifts that take a departure from the tried and true, but will still be welcomed by the new parents or parents-to-be.

A hot trend among the Hollywood elite is to dress their celebrity babies in onesies and T-shirts with satirical sayings. The baby may not be able to speak a word, but the irreverent humor on these cute baby clothes definitely makes a statement.

Another unique idea is to give a gift that is meant for the expectant parents. After all, the baby will get lots of gifts, and Mom and Dad shouldn’t be left out of the fun. There are Mom and Dad T-shirts that express the hip new attitude our culture now has toward parenthood. Fathers today are expected to do their share of the parenting duties, including changing the baby. There are unisex and even masculine diaper bags to help Dad with his new role.

It’s never too early to start saving for college. You can give the future scholar a start by giving a share of stock in a child-friendly company, such as Disney, Mattel or Leapfrog. Beautifully framed, the stock certificate will make a lovely nursery decoration that will likely appreciate in value.

If you are a crafty type, you could make a creative gift for the baby. For those that enjoy needlework, there are kits that include everything you need to cross-stitch a baby quilt or wall hanging for the nursery. Several of the designs can be customized with the baby’s name and birth date, to create a keepsake baby gift the family will cherish for years to come. If scrapbooking is your passion, you might volunteer to take some of the many pictures of the new baby that the parents and grandparents will surely snap during the baby’s first days and weeks, and turn them into an album full of treasured memories.