Can you imagine a sweeter moment than the upcoming birth of a sister’s or friend’s baby? It’s the perfect time to organize a baby shower. But what exactly is this event? And what gifts should you give at a baby shower? Discover everything you need to know in this article. Plus, you can easily choose from these five gift ideas to celebrate a new arrival.

What is a baby shower?

This English expression refers to a celebration organized in honor of the expectant mother. The tradition comes from the United States, where this kind of party has long been a staple. The expectant mother usually celebrates her baby shower between the 7th and 8th months of pregnancy. A baby shower typically includes pregnancy- and birth-themed games, soft-colored decorations, shared stories, a charming and delicious buffet, and, of course, all kinds of wonderful gifts. We tell you more in our article: “”

What gifts to give at a baby shower?

A gift is a special gesture and a way to wish the very best for the parents and their unborn child. But not all presents spark the same enthusiasm among expectant parents. As soon as you receive the invitation, it’s a good idea to ask what they’d like or coordinate with other guests to avoid showing up with yet another Sophie the Giraffe for the little darling. ;-) Along with physical gifts, consider intangible baby shower presents—for example, a voucher for babysitting hours—which will surely delight the future parents. And if you enjoy making things yourself, you’ll probably find inspiration in the five ideas below.

Practical and easy-to-make gifts

Baby shower gift idea #1: the diaper cake

Parents often admit they receive far too many gifts at a baby shower, and many of them aren’t especially useful. Yet it’s easy to give them what they’ll need every day: diapers! Beautifully presented, the diaper cake has become a classic baby shower gift. To learn how to make a charming diaper centerpiece yourself, watch the following video and put our tips into practice for the next baby shower.

Gift idea for a "baby shower" #2: diaper subscription

To give parents long-lasting relief from the chore of diaper shopping, a diaper subscription is ideal. This clever gift makes daily life easier for a long time. We simply send you the invoice, while we deliver the diaper pack directly to the parents. What do you think?

Customizable ideas

Gift idea "baby shower" no. 3: a diaper bag to take with you

New parents need diapers at home, of course, but also when they’re out and about. What better way to carry them than in a pretty diaper bag? If you’re creative and have a sewing machine, this is a perfect idea—and you’ll find plenty of tutorials on YouTube.

Gift idea "baby shower" no. 4: the multi-purpose weekly planner

It can be used both to display the upcoming week’s menu and to track recurring tasks. This weekly planner is an ideal ally for moms and dads who want to organize daily life with baby calmly. That’s the case for our subscriber , who put a lot of ingenuity into this DIY creation.

To accomplish it, you need:

• the box of a monthly LILLYDOO box

• for the header, cut-out letters

• several sheets of paper (colored)

• a hot glue gun

• unlimited clothespins

• a small box

• a glue stick

• scissors

• a felt-tip pen

• 50 cm of ribbon to hang the schedule

Explanations:

1. First, cut the cardboard to the desired dimensions to create the base.

2. Then cut out the colored paper that will serve as the background for the header and glue it onto the cardboard.

3. To create the header, paste the cut-out letters onto the colored background.

4. Attach the clothespins to the cardboard using the hot glue gun.

5. For the days of the week, cut out labels from colored paper, write the names of the days, and stick the labels onto the clothespins.

6. Then decorate the small box with another piece of LILLYDOO cardboard. It will be used to collect completed tasks or menus that have already been served. Attach the box to the planner with the hot glue gun.

7. All you have to do now is cut strips of paper to write the tasks or menus on, then clip them into the clothespins.

And there you go—it’s done!

Gift idea for a "baby shower" #5: an adorable wall height chart

"Here’s a little adventurer in the making who hasn’t finished growing yet!" Likewise, we hope this gift will bring joy for many years to come. How about making your own original growth chart and giving it at a baby shower? It will allow parents to measure their little adventurer regularly and should be useful for years. By the way, the lovely panda growth chart in the photo is a creation by the Instagrammer .

To accomplish it, you need:

• a thin wooden board

• pleasant-colored paintings for a living room

• one meter

• of creativity

Procedure:

1. First, paint the board in a subdued color.

2. Then choose a cheerful pattern to decorate the height chart—animals and flowers always delight children. ;-)

3. Using the meter, mark the board in centimeters.

4. Finally, let your creativity run free and decorate with other colors.

The baby shower can begin!

All of these ideas will help you delight the parents while also supporting them in everyday life. We hope you have a wonderful time creating original gifts to welcome and celebrate the baby in your own way. Do you have other gift ideas? Feel free to share them with us on Instagram or Facebook.

We wish you a truly beautiful baby shower!