The 101 on Baby Shower Gift Giving

Buying a present for a baby shower can often be difficult, especially if you don’t have children! ISOKI have put together a buying guide to fit all budgets and tastes, no matter what your level of experience with babies is! Here are a few handy hints...

Look for a Baby Shower Gift Registry
Many parents-to-be register for the baby gifts they want at popular baby products stores. This helpful idea is becoming more and more popular which is great because it gives you a foolproof way of picking a gift you know they will want! You will also be sure to get them something that they don’t already have. By ticking the item off the registry list, none of the other guests will arrive with an identical present either!
There is also no harm in asking the mum-to-be if there is anything that she would like to hint for you to get, it’s always worth a try!

The Gift of Nappies!
Although they may not seem the fanciest of baby shower gifts, they are definitely one of the most useful! Diapers can become expensive because they get used at a rapid rate!
Find out if the mum-to-be plans to use cloth or disposable nappies and purchase accordingly.
A fun way to dress them up is to make a “nappy cake” which is possible with cloth and disposable nappies. Just Google the term “nappy cake” to find fabulous inspiration and DIY instructions!
We also love to give the gift of a fully stocked ISOKI Petite Traveller(should make these words link to the actual product on your website). This handy wallet is ideal for quick trips and provides a fun and much needed gift for new mums. Fill all the compartments and pockets with items such as a dummy, bottle, nappies, wipes, rattle, and other pocket sized items such as a small book or toy. This leaves mum room to fit in her wallet and phone and off she goes on a little outing with her newborn!

The Gift of Teeny Tiny Baby Clothes!
If the mum-to-be has chosen to be surprised with the sex of the child, it can prove difficult to buy appropriate clothing. Add to this the problem, not knowing how big the bub is going to be when it’s born! It’s always handy to buy bigger when choosing baby shower gifts, as they may not fit the gorgeous outfit you choose right away, but they will always grow into it!
If you don’t know the sex of the child, gift vouchers for baby clothing stores are always a welcome idea.

The Gift of Knowledge!
If you're still stumped for ideas, you can always go down this path. Choose a great book or DVD about being a new parent or even just something for mum to read or watch to relax and unwind. Another great idea is to buy a CD for the new baby; studies show that music encourages brain development in babies, so a lullaby CD or some tunes for the car would be a lovely gift.
If you want your gift to be especially meaningful, try to remember what your favourite book was as a child, and hunt down a copy so it can be passed on.

The Gift of Fun!
The baby shower gift possibilities are almost endless when you give the gift of baby toys! Toys have an age range listed on the package so remember to only buy toys for ages 3 and up to avoid small parts that could choke a young baby.
If you want your gift to be used for a long time, look for a wider age range on the package. Expensive and fancy doesn't necessarily mean better quality when it comes to baby toys, remember, most kids will play with the box!

The gift of ISOKI!
If you really want your gift to be remembered, include a splash of ISOKI! Our many items such as the Petite Traveller, Change Mat Clutch or adorable Smockette Sets –are fantastic because they grow with the child, so they can be used from 0-toddler years and beyond! Or you might like to spoil the mum to be with a gorgeous new baby bag! There are so many designs to choose from, so there is one to suit mums of all styles!
A great idea if you are trying to organise a present on behalf of a few friends it to fill an ISOKI bag with a few of the essentials as mentioned above, as we can guarantee, your gift will be one of a kind and truly appreciated for years to come!