Great baby shower gift ideas for 2021

The ideal baby shower gift can be hard to find, especially when there are a variety of options to choose from. Babies need so many gears and must have items and baby showers are perfect for helping parents to collect the things they need.  We have rounded up some gift ideas that will be loved by the baby and the parents who will definitely thank you later (don’t forget to forgive them if you get a 4am thank-you text, since they will be up for those early morning feeds and diaper changing sessions)

Here are our top baby shower 2021 picks that are affordable, essential and extremely adorable!

A memory book

The sweetest keepsake that allows creativity all throughout your pregnancy and baby’s first year. It is a wonderful gift to give any expectant mom, whether she is having her first baby or the fourth. Once the baby is all grown up, the family will also love looking back at this wonderful keepsake and reliving the memories.

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A take me home set

Help baby make its first public appearance like a boss! A comfy and cute clothing set crafted in soft cotton, which includes a gown and a beanie set, a blanket, a sleeper and short sleeve bodysuits makes a wonderful baby shower gift. If you are looking for a gender neutral gift, go for colors like white or gray, like this adorable giraffe print newborn set.

Cot mobiles

Choose a colorful cot mobile in various patterns and shapes preferably in bright colors like red, blue and yellow. There are plenty of options to choose from, some mobiles are also musical. If the baby has a themed nursery, go for a mobile to match.

An infant play mat

Play mats are designed by experts to keep baby entertained and learning through the first few years. This infant play gym is a wonderful option to keep the baby engaged because it has a variety of textures and contents based on baby’s age that makes it customizable. As the baby grows from tummy time to sitting up, one can change the music and the learning and be sure to see hours of playtime.

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An infant seat

A baby registry must have! High tech baby seats that mimic a real person’s movement are the best utility based baby shower gifts for 2021 mommies and daddies to be. It lets parents be close to their babies and help soothe and calm them when mommy wants to stay hands-free and needs some rest.

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An ouchie kit for the baby

An ouchie kit for all those unexpected emergencies that parents might not yet be prepared for!  Like a hands free thermometer that can measure surface and water temperatures along with body temperatures. Throw in some cotton pads, bandages, nail clippers and cold packs. Your friend will be thanking you majorly for such a thoughtful present! 

 A recovery kit for the new mama to be

At a baby shower, the gifts are all for the baby but it is nice to get something for the new parents who might not know what they’re getting in to. A postpartum recovery kit is an excellent baby shower gift for a new mom because it is something she doesn’t want to dwell on but will definitely need later. These products will really help her recover after having the baby

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