Gifts for the Trendy Tot
From the diapers that cover the baby’s privileged behind to the carriage fit for royalty that the wet nurse pushes no expense is to be spared when it comes to the care and feeding of the pampered progeny.
Let’s start at the bottom. Four layer diapers with removable washable innards start at around $10.00 each. Of course, no self respecting baby goes out with uncovered diapers so an assortment of designer covers is an absolute must. For a unique personalized baby gift, have the little angel’s initials embroidered next to the designer logo; never too early to have a logo of one’s own. Diapees and Wipees are a must for a quick bum clean up. A baby gift basket full of tush supplies covers the subject with a touch of humor. In fact, a baby gift basket of bath time toiletries will be a God send when new born parents remember they didn’t buy any baby soap. Occasionally Gifted has a ready made basket of products designed to keep that baby behind feeling soft as a baby’s behind. Comes with a hooded bear towel and wash cloth for around $150.
Baby clothes are a sure fire hit baby shower gift as long as they’re not generic pink and blue. Start from the skin out with some T-shirts. How many? Well, the baby leaves the house in one and will probably need at least two more before returning so two or three minimum. Baby Jolie-Pitt’s first photo shoot set off a stampede for the $42 shirt seen in the pictures; made by a Denver store called Belly the specific shirt worn by Shiloh reads The Pots and Pans Band across its diminutive front. Pimpfants is another cutting edge line for the parents who want their baby boys and girls to be hip from the very first; they log in at about $20 a piece. Trendytadpole for about the same price offers rock star t-shirts for the littlest rockers.
Now, of course, mom has to have something in which to carry baby clothes and diapers and don’t forget carrying baby, too. Starting at around $160 a Petunia Picklebottom bag makes a nice roomy carryall. Add a blanket of the same name for another $75. Stash the baby in an African baby sling that doubles as a discreet way to breastfeed. Maya Wraps are popular with trendy moms and even dads who want baby to feel the security of a womblike environment.
Of course no baby can hit the street without a jacket and some kicky soles. Some of the best baby girl clothes come from Bunny by the Bay. What sweetheart wouldn’t want to be seen out in a jacket with rabbit ears? Baby boys want to be styling, too. A reversible Minibasix bomber jacket makes a unique baby gift for a newborn daddy’s boy. Any new mom will appreciate having Mary Janes and Johnny Sneakers from Trumpette. They give the impression that tiny feet are elegantly shod. Of course, the first thing baby girls and boys discover are their feet so throw in a little fun for them with Foot Rattles by Infantino.
Car seats have always been one of the most popular baby shower gifts. A really good friend would never let his/her friend’s baby ride around in anything less than a Peg Perego. Side impact protection and extra padding all around make sure baby girls and baby boys travel safe and sound. The ergonomic carry handle saves the backs of mom and dad, too. It will set the gift giver back about $200.
Once a baby is all dressed up and out in the car, of course, there has to be a stroller so every one can see how much the little darling resembles his/her parents. Something that harmonizes with the car seat is the only way to fly. Baby’s first trips out should probably be in classic stroller of the English nanny variety. The Giovane Carriage Stroller with Classe 4 Chassis retails for just over $600. When baby boy or baby girl starts taking sun face forward the Dinamico Battery-Powered Stroller fits the bill. The motor is particularly helpful when the nurse has to push the baby up and down hills; again a little over $600. Several friends may want to make this duo their group hug baby shower gift. Don’t forget the baby toys to hang from the stroller and car seat handles. Fruity Pals and the Take Along Arch both by Tiny Love will keep baby cooing for hours.
Don’t be the friend who shows up at the baby shower with the lame baby shower gift that gets returned. Shopping for baby can be almost as much fun as shopping for oneself. So, get out there and start plowing through the baby clothes and baby toys and baby rides; after all, someday the baby shower shoe will be on the other foot.
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