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🍼Baby shower gifts that makes parents say "Thanks, that came in Handy!"
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items These are gifts that I like to buy for baby showers, especially gender-neutral showers. The types of gifts that they can make use of once the baby grows up.
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For Baby & Tots
Safety
For Mom
Registry Ideas
For Baby & Tots
Easy finds for newborns and older
This will always come in handy for everyday use and comfort. This also makes the late night changes much smooth for parent and baby.
Wipe Warmer in Wipe Warmers & Holders - Walmart.com
I remember days giving the little ones a boost to help them wash their hands at home. I wish I had this handy!
2 in 1 Potty Training Toilet
My cousin still uses these tiles for his twins and theyre the cutes toddles ever watching Gracie's corner.
Soft Floor Tiles For Babies
As a festival goer, who hangs around friends with kiddos, this would be ideal for food truck and market street events. The canopy is the highlight of this wagon. I'd definitely use this for an event like the Savannah Jazz Fest.
Delta Children Hercules Stroller Wagon for 2 Versatile Stroller Wagon with Canopy,
Idea: These mesh bags can come in handy for toys and then turn them into bags for throwing delicates in the washing machine.
2PK Bath Toy Organizer Storage Mesh – with ABC Letters & 0-9 Numbers,
The insulated interior and freezer pack to help keep bottles warm or cold will make traveling easier for road trips or outdoor events like festivals and family reunions.
Grab & Go Double Bottle Bag
This seat comes with a step and this is definitely a gift a parent isn't think while the bun is in the oven!
Classic 3 in 1 Toddler Potty Training Toilet
I often use pinterest for DIY gift basket ideas. I love creating gifts baskets for any occasion.
Pinterest
This potty seat is my usual go-to gift that I like to grab as a last minute addition. IMO The classic Minnie or Mickey mouse themed seats were popular, but Bluey has taken over!
Bluey Soft Potty Seat
Safety
Creating a childproof home isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you think of gifts, but they most definitely come in handy.
Magnets to make your home child proof.
Safety Magnetic Locking System
I baby sat often and when the dogs came around, the gate came in very handy and provided a sense of relief in terms of safety precautions.
Retractable Baby, Child & Dog Gates for Stairs
The flaps makes things accessible without having to completely remove the cap.
ParentCo 4 Pack Outlet Plug
Clear your conscious with an audio monitor as an alternative to audio and video camera.
VTech Dm112-2 Safe&sound Digital Audio Monitor
For Mom
Moms need a break even during the early stages after birth. These ideas come to mind when I think of ways to help her feel happier during her self-love and self-care moments.
I remember hearing a mom say she would randomly start lactating some days and she'd go through her shirt. These pads would absolutely come in handy.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads
Treat mom with an Ulta Gift Card or perhaps a trip to the hair stylist or MUA!
Ulta Beauty
A perfect gift to honor mom and have a moment to herself for a little R &R
Discover Spas Near You with the Spafinder Wellness Gift Card
Great for the moms who want to manually return to their desired figure with body contouring and sculpting.
Komogir 3-in-1 Wood Therapy Massage Tool
Use Yelp to treat mom to a prenatal yoga class. You can type something like “best prenatal yoga classes near me or their location."
Yelp-Best Prenatal Yoga Classes
Book a wellness service for mom via the mindbody app! A prenatal yoga class or massage would be great for a self-care day.
Mindbody: Fitness & Wellness App
Make the tough days easier to go. I think the brand name is hilarious, but raising your feet actually helps make things so much better.
Squatty Potty
Registry Ideas
Many years ago I helped a coworker decide which retailers she could use for a baby registry. Here are some ideas for future moms to take advantage of when it's time to start planning for your amazing day.
Set up your registry for your friends and family who are Target shoppers.
Target: Registry & Wish list
Super convenient when I shopped for my coworkers. I liked that I can send in advance and anonymously. Allegedly, Amazon also offers a FREE Welcome Box for baby registry creators who are Prime members, but there are requirements to meet in order to re...
Amazon Baby Registry
You can never go wrong finding affordable and cute items to purchase. Also handy to have for shoppers who prefer Walmart over other retailers.
Walmart Baby Registry
You will almost always find a carters in the mall, outlet and shopping centers.
Carter's: Baby
Another one to add to your list and they offer HSA & FSA eligible items!
Babylist Baby Registry