{"id":103,"count":31,"description":"<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Overview<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Recently invited to a baby shower? Not sure what to do? We can help.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A baby shower is often organized by a friend or family member of an expectant mother. The idea is to celebrate the upcoming birth and help mom prepare <\/span>with<span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"> essentials like diapers, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/toys-games\/\">toys <\/a>\u00a0<\/span>and\u00a0<span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/home\/furniture\/\">furniture<\/a> as well as\u00a0<\/span>stress-relieving<span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">\u00a0activities like a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/spa-treatment\/\">trip to the spa<\/a>. <\/span><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Looking for ideas around infant and toddler birthdays? Click <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/significant-occasions\/birthday\/infant-toddler-birthdays\/\">here<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div id=\"accordion\" class=\"panel-group\">\r\n<div class=\"panel panel-default\">\r\n<div class=\"panel-heading\">\r\n<h4 class=\"panel-title\"><a href=\"#collapse1\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">Gift Ideas<\/a><\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"collapse1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\">\r\n<div class=\"panel-body\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Before you get too worried about what to buy, check to see if the mom-to-be has registered anywhere. Registries simplify the process significantly, but if that\u2019s not an option, here are some ideas to get you started\u2026<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/gift-card-any-retail-store\/\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Gift cards<\/span><\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">If you\u2019re stuck for ideas or in a hurry, you can\u2019t go wrong with a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/gift-card-any-retail-store\/\">gift card<\/a>. Whether it\u2019s for baby stuff (eg: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/books-accessories\/\">books<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/toys-games\/\">toys<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/home\/furniture\/\">furniture<\/a>) or something for mom (eg: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/spa-treatment\/\">spa<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/activity\/dining\/\">restaurant<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/clothing-accessories\/\">clothing<\/a>), it will always be appreciated.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Essentials<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Consider giving diapers and clothing that are a bit larger than newborn size to make the transition easier as her baby grows.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Diapers and related items (eg: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/bath-body-products\/\">cream<\/a>, wipes, diaper pail, diaper bag, portable changing mat)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Cloths, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/towels\/\">towels<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/blanket\/\">blanket<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Teether (eg: rings, Sophie the Giraffe), pacifier<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/clothing-accessories\/\">Clothes<\/a> (eg: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/pajamas\/\">pajamas<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/boots\/\">booties<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/hat\/\">hats<\/a>, onesies, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/socks\/\">socks<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/shoes\/\">shoes<\/a>), don\u2019t forget about baby clothes hangers<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/bath-body-products\/\">Bath\/wash accessories<\/a> (eg: shampoo, soap, detergent)<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/toys-games\/\">Toys<\/a>\/educational<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/books-accessories\/\">Books<\/a> - consider giving one that you remember reading as a kid or something for the parents to read like tips on helping the baby sleep.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/stuffed-animal\/\">Stuffed\u00a0animal<\/a>, toys with lots of textures and sounds<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Rattle<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Activity mat\/play mat\/baby gym<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Stackable items (eg: cups, blocks)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Simple <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/puzzle-jigsaw\/\">puzzles<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Bath toys<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Food basics<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Bottles, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/silverware\/\">utensils<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/dishes\/\">dishes<\/a>, bottle warmer, placemat, bibs...<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Food processor for making baby food, trays to freeze the food<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Offer to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/home-cooked-meal\/\">make a meal<\/a> for the family to give the parents a break<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Safety\/hygiene items<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Gates for the stairs<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/first-aid-kit\/\">First aid items<\/a> (thermometer, bandages, antibiotic ointment, pediatric <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/ibuprofen-acetaminophen\/\">ibuprofen<\/a>, etc)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Baby monitor<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Outlet covers<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/nail-clippers\/\">Nail trimmers<\/a>, nasal aspirator, soft brush,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Sleep<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">White noise maker sound machine for babies<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Baby <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/activity\/entertainment\/music\/\">music<\/a>\/lullabies<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/lamp\/\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Nightlight<\/span><\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Mobile\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/heating-cooling-air-quality\/\">Humidifier<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Making memories<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Growth chart to hang on the wall<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/session-with-a-photographer\/\">Photography session<\/a> (either through a professional or, if you have the eye for it, offer to take some newborn photos yourself)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Photo album, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/fine-stationery-scrapbook-supplies\/\">scrapbook<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/framed-photo\/\">picture frame<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Engraved or monogrammed items, large block letters with the child\u2019s name on them<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Photography props (eg: floor mats showing the baby\u2019s age)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Handprint\/footprint kit<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/home\/furniture\/\">Furniture<\/a>\/larger items<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">For these items, it\u2019s always best to find out what is needed and which brands are preferred before buying anything<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Crib (possibly one that converts to a toddler <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/bed-mattress\/\">bed<\/a>), travel crib, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/bedding\/\">bedding<\/a>, bassinet, pillow<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Car seat - always buy these new. It\u2019s unsafe to buy a used car seat if you don\u2019t know it\u2019s history.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Change table<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">High <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/chair\/\">chair<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Stroller<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Jumpers, swings, bouncy seats<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Slings, carriers<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/toys-games\/\">Toy<\/a> chest, basket, storage boxes, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/book-shelf\/\">shelves<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Playhouse\u00a0- these can range from elaborate outdoor options to\u00a0self-assembled\u00a0cardboard ones.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">For the mother-to-be<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Don\u2019t forget about mom in the process. It\u2019s nice to recognize that she\u2019ll need some stress relief and pampering in the hectic, sleep-deprived times to come.<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A gift card or\u00a0homemade\u00a0\u201ccoupon\u201d to give her some much needed free time. You can use this for a lot of activities including:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A night of babysitting<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/home-cooked-meal\/\">home cooked meal<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">House cleaning (professional or done by you)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Her\u00a0favourite\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/activity\/dining\/\">restaurant<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">The local <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/spa-treatment\/\">spa<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/massage\/\">massage<\/a>, manicure, pedicure)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A night in a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/hotel-motel-reservations\/\">hotel<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A night nurse\/nanny\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/grocery-gift-card-meal-delivery\/\">grocery card<\/a><\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Breastfeeding items like a pump, nursing top\/cover, lanolin ointment<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/gift-ideas\/jewelry\/\">Jewelry<\/a> (eg: with the child\u2019s\u00a0birthstone\u00a0or even engraved with their actual heartbeat recorded at birth)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Give her a box of small individually wrapped gifts with each gift intended for a specific purpose. Eg: \u201copen me when you feel stressed\u201d - <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/bath-body-products\/\">bubble bath<\/a>, \u201copen me when you need a pick me up\u201d - <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/gift-card-coffee-shop\/\">coffee gift card<\/a>, \u201copen me when you need a laugh\u201d - funny picture of the two of you, etc)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Slow cooker - to simplify meals<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">On a budget?\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">If you\u2019re <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/themes\/crafty\/\">crafty<\/a>, try knitting a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/blanket\/\">blanket<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/hat\/\">hat<\/a> for the new arrival.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Offer to babysit for a night or two to give her a break.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Give the mom-to-be a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/spa-treatment\/\">pedicure<\/a> at home.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">You can keep the theme simple and just present gifts around the mom-to-be and baby-to-come or you can incorporate other themes. For instance:\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">If you\u2019re buying a stuffed animal or animal themed bath <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/towels\/\">towel<\/a> consider our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/themes\/animal-lover\">Animal Lover<\/a> theme.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">If the mom-to-be is going to use cloth diapers or you\u2019re giving gifts made of recycled products, try incorporating our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/themes\/recycler-going-green\/\">Recycler\/Eco-friendly<\/a> theme.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Have a suggestion for a baby shower gift we haven\u2019t covered here? <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/contact\/\">Let us know<\/a> and we\u2019ll try to add it\u00a0onto\u00a0the list.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"panel panel-default\">\r\n<div class=\"panel-heading\">\r\n<h4 class=\"panel-title\"><a href=\"#collapse2\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\"> Wrapping<\/a><\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"collapse2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\">\r\n<div class=\"panel-body\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Wrap the gift in a baby <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/blanket\/\">blanket<\/a> or onesie instead of wrapping paper<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Tie a small item (eg: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/stuffed-animal\/\">stuffed animal<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/balloons\/\">balloons<\/a>, pacifier, etc) into the ribbon around the gift.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Use a diaper pin or\u00a0clothespin\u00a0to attach baby <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/socks\/\">socks<\/a> to the outside of the gift.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Have a child put hand or footprints on the wrapping paper or search online for pictures of footprints and print them instead.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Put quotes or baby wishes on the wrapping paper<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Have your kids decorate the wrapping paper themselves<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Wrap a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/gift-card-any-retail-store\/\">gift card<\/a> in a baby <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/socks\/\">sock<\/a> or inside a bottle<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Make a diaper cake or pick up one that\u2019s\u00a0ready-made<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Wrap the gift as an oversized block letter (with letters and\/or numbers on all six sides). You can simply use brown craft paper and draw on it with a marker to keep things simple.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">For smaller gifts, add a unique touch by making your own box.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"panel panel-default\">\r\n<div class=\"panel-heading\">\r\n<h4 class=\"panel-title\"><a href=\"#collapse3\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">Presentation<\/a><\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div id=\"collapse3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\">\r\n<div class=\"panel-body\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">A quick online search for baby shower games will give you a tonne of options. While most of them are fairly groan-worthy, there may be a few that get your attention. Try incorporating one into your presentation. For instance, put together a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product\/make-a-mix-tape\/\">playlist<\/a> that has every song you can think of with baby in the title. Play snippets of each and get the mom-to-be to guess what song it is. If she gets it right, she can open another gift.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">Use quotes or phrases about babies when you present the gifts or in your card. For example:\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">\u201cSometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart\u201d ~Winnie the Pooh<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">\u201cA baby fills a place in your heart you never knew was empty\u201d ~Unknown<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">\u201cBabies are such a nice way to start people\u201d ~ Don Herold<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","link":"https:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/significant-occasions\/baby-shower\/","name":"Baby Shower","slug":"baby-shower","taxonomy":"product_cat","parent":25,"meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Gift Ideas - Just a Token<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.justatoken.com\/product-category\/significant-occasions\/baby-shower\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Gift Ideas - Just a Token\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Overview Recently invited to a baby shower? Not sure what to do? We can help. A baby shower is often organized by a friend or family member of an expectant mother. The idea is to celebrate the upcoming birth and help mom prepare with essentials like diapers, toys \u00a0and\u00a0furniture as well as\u00a0stress-relieving\u00a0activities like a trip to the spa. Looking for ideas around infant and toddler birthdays? Click here.   Gift Ideas   Before you get too worried about what to buy, check to see if the mom-to-be has registered anywhere. Registries simplify the process significantly, but if that\u2019s not an option, here are some ideas to get you started\u2026 Gift cards If you\u2019re stuck for ideas or in a hurry, you can\u2019t go wrong with a gift card. Whether it\u2019s for baby stuff (eg: books, toys, furniture) or something for mom (eg: spa, restaurant, clothing), it will always be appreciated.\u00a0  Essentials Consider giving diapers and clothing that are a bit larger than newborn size to make the transition easier as her baby grows.\u00a0 Diapers and related items (eg: cream, wipes, diaper pail, diaper bag, portable changing mat) Cloths, towels, blanket\u00a0 Teether (eg: rings, Sophie the Giraffe), pacifier Clothes (eg: pajamas, booties, hats, onesies, socks, shoes), don\u2019t forget about baby clothes hangers Bath\/wash accessories (eg: shampoo, soap, detergent)   Toys\/educational Books &#8211; consider giving one that you remember reading as a kid or something for the parents to read like tips on helping the baby sleep. Stuffed\u00a0animal, toys with lots of textures and sounds Rattle Activity mat\/play mat\/baby gym Stackable items (eg: cups, blocks) Simple puzzles Bath toys  Food basics Bottles, utensils, dishes, bottle warmer, placemat, bibs&#8230; Food processor for making baby food, trays to freeze the food Offer to make a meal for the family to give the parents a break  Safety\/hygiene items Gates for the stairs First aid items (thermometer, bandages, antibiotic ointment, pediatric ibuprofen, etc) Baby monitor Outlet covers Nail trimmers, nasal aspirator, soft brush,\u00a0  Sleep White noise maker sound machine for babies Baby music\/lullabies Nightlight Mobile\u00a0 Humidifier  Making memories Growth chart to hang on the wall Photography session (either through a professional or, if you have the eye for it, offer to take some newborn photos yourself) Photo album, scrapbook, picture frame Engraved or monogrammed items, large block letters with the child\u2019s name on them Photography props (eg: floor mats showing the baby\u2019s age) Handprint\/footprint kit  Furniture\/larger items For these items, it\u2019s always best to find out what is needed and which brands are preferred before buying anything Crib (possibly one that converts to a toddler bed), travel crib, bedding, bassinet, pillow Car seat &#8211; always buy these new. It\u2019s unsafe to buy a used car seat if you don\u2019t know it\u2019s history. Change table High chair Stroller Jumpers, swings, bouncy seats Slings, carriers Toy chest, basket, storage boxes, shelves Playhouse\u00a0&#8211; these can range from elaborate outdoor options to\u00a0self-assembled\u00a0cardboard ones.\u00a0   For the mother-to-be Don\u2019t forget about mom in the process. It\u2019s nice to recognize that she\u2019ll need some stress relief and pampering in the hectic, sleep-deprived times to come. A gift card or\u00a0homemade\u00a0\u201ccoupon\u201d to give her some much needed free time. You can use this for a lot of activities including: A night of babysitting A home cooked meal House cleaning (professional or done by you) Her\u00a0favourite\u00a0restaurant The local spa (massage, manicure, pedicure) A night in a hotel A night nurse\/nanny\u00a0 A grocery card  Breastfeeding items like a pump, nursing top\/cover, lanolin ointment Jewelry (eg: with the child\u2019s\u00a0birthstone\u00a0or even engraved with their actual heartbeat recorded at birth) Give her a box of small individually wrapped gifts with each gift intended for a specific purpose. Eg: \u201copen me when you feel stressed\u201d &#8211; bubble bath, \u201copen me when you need a pick me up\u201d &#8211; coffee gift card, \u201copen me when you need a laugh\u201d &#8211; funny picture of the two of you, etc) Slow cooker &#8211; to simplify meals   On a budget?\u00a0 If you\u2019re crafty, try knitting a blanket or hat for the new arrival. Offer to babysit for a night or two to give her a break. Give the mom-to-be a pedicure at home.   You can keep the theme simple and just present gifts around the mom-to-be and baby-to-come or you can incorporate other themes. For instance:\u00a0 If you\u2019re buying a stuffed animal or animal themed bath towel consider our Animal Lover theme.\u00a0 If the mom-to-be is going to use cloth diapers or you\u2019re giving gifts made of recycled products, try incorporating our Recycler\/Eco-friendly theme.  Have a suggestion for a baby shower gift we haven\u2019t covered here? Let us know and we\u2019ll try to add it\u00a0onto\u00a0the list.    Wrapping   Wrap the gift in a baby blanket or onesie instead of wrapping paper Tie a small item (eg: stuffed animal, balloons, pacifier, etc) into the ribbon around the gift. Use a diaper pin or\u00a0clothespin\u00a0to attach baby socks to the outside of the gift.\u00a0 Have a child put hand or footprints on the wrapping paper or search online for pictures of footprints and print them instead.\u00a0 Put quotes or baby wishes on the wrapping paper Have your kids decorate the wrapping paper themselves Wrap a gift card in a baby sock or inside a bottle Make a diaper cake or pick up one that\u2019s\u00a0ready-made Wrap the gift as an oversized block letter (with letters and\/or numbers on all six sides). You can simply use brown craft paper and draw on it with a marker to keep things simple. For smaller gifts, add a unique touch by making your own box.    Presentation   A quick online search for baby shower games will give you a tonne of options. While most of them are fairly groan-worthy, there may be a few that get your attention. Try incorporating one into your presentation. For instance, put together a playlist that has every song you can think of with baby in the title. Play snippets of each and get the mom-to-be to guess what song it is. If she gets it right, she can open another gift.\u00a0 Use quotes or phrases about babies when you present the gifts or in your card. 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