Fun gift ideas for moms-to-be
MOMMIES-to-be are usually overwhelmed and clueless as to what they need for their newborns. Many of them focus on clothing, security apparatus and room decoration and forget their own needs and the finer sides of motherhood. It is an up-and-coming trend to register for baby gifts before the baby shower. Through registration, mothers can add a list of all their needs, from bedding or car seats, to make it easier for friends and families to go about gift shopping. Yet most mothers still do not register because they buy everything themselves.
In an attempt to make life more fruitful for prospective parents, we have come up with a list of what new mommies and daddies might like for their newborns. Digital photo album:
New mothers often find themselves taking up the hobby of photography to capture precious moments. A digital photo album can save up to 4,000 photos of their very first memories with their pride and joy. Scented Candles:
Doctors recommend that mothers catch up on lost sleep as their babies nap. For those who can't, why not light a scented candle and catch up on reading or some good old me-time. Salon gift certificates:
With sleepless nights, baby blues and around-the-clock care, new mommies often neglect themselves. A salon gift certificate is the perfect excuse for them to get a haircut and blow dry, or maybe even a manicure or massage. Nursing Pillow:
The nursing pillow helps position the baby properly and helps support the mother’s back, arms and elbows during nursing. Some models offer twoin-one back support for the baby to help them sit up and others fit closely around the mother’s body, even fitting around the waist for extra support. Books or magazine subscriptions:
This is a great idea for new mommies, as it will help them stay up-to-date with the latest studies and read about the experiences of other mothers. Books such as “Baby Laugh: The Naked Truth About the First Year of Mommyhood" by Jenny McCarthy is great for familiarizing yourself. Sayidaty and Your Child magazine offers suggestions from doctors and professionals. Baby first aid kit:
Every new mom knows that diaper rash or a runny nose is imminent. Buy a basket and fill it with essentials, from rash cream and diaper wipes to baby Tylenol. Affordable and thought-felt, you can't go wrong with a little DIY. Photography gift certificates:
Even though parents often take hundreds of snapshots of their children, nothing compares to a professional photo shoot. You can book a session for them with Mokhtar Chahine, a renowned local photographer, whose photographic originality is unrivaled. Baby book:
Mommies would love nothing more than to document their baby's every step, word and funny move, especially during the holidays. A baby journal will give them plenty of room to jot down joyful memories they want to remember forever.
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