Girlawhirl is always sympathetic to her friends who are pregnant during the hot sticky months of summer. So when she's invited to a summertime shower, she tries to find the most fun and interesting gift that she can. Here are a few that are sure to draw plenty of ‘oohs' and ‘aahs' from the group when they're opened…
• Colorful and graphic bibs, burp cloths and blankets make great gifts, and for those, Girlawhirl heads straight to ratzerfratzer.com for patterns that mix and match beautifully. And when she can't make it to the shower, a gift certificate lets the mom-to-be pick out her own favorite prints.
Assorted bibs, burp cloths, blankets
$18 - $65
• Keeping bottles clean and the kitchen tidy is no easy task, but the Splash Drying Rack from Uncommon Goods keeps everything in order. With a brush to clean the bottles and a fun shaped rack to hold them as they dry, it's all there when Mom needs it. And there's even a counter top baby food organizer to match.
Splash Drying Rack
$28
Chow Baby Food Organizer
$24
• In Chinese astrology, babies born this year – 2007 – will fall under the sign of the Pig. Here's a little t-shirt and diaper cover ensemble that extols the virtues – and characteristics – of little piggies everywhere.
Year of the Pig T-Shirt Set
100% cotton
Two sizes
$28
redenvelope.com
• Girlawhirl loves the soft cotton knit Baby K'tan Baby Carrier, which holds newborns, babies and even toddlers up to 40 pounds in five different positions. It has a patent pending lumbar support that adjusts easily so Mom and Dad are always comfortable. And each one comes with a matching hat and sash.
Baby K'tan Baby Carrier
One size
Assorted colors and patterns
$54.99-$59.99
• What little one wouldn't like to roll around on a soft rug that feels like a stuffed animal? Comfy Cozy Rugs, made by Gund come in five different styles: a monkey, a duck, a frog, a puppy and a lamb.
Comfy Cozy Monkey
$32
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• And for a real splurge, or perhaps a special gift for a pal who's seen celebrity mothers like Katie Holmes and Madonna wearing them, Girlawhirl gives a piece of jewelry from Monica Rich Kosann, or one of her folding frames, all designed to hold photos of what else? The new baby. Girlawhirl's particularly drawn to the necklaces that allow for multiple photos to hang, hidden behind a carved or etched panel, taking the idea of a locket to a whole new level. There are also bracelets where photos hang like charms, plus key rings and more. Like the family heirlooms that inspire them, all of these keepsakes are made to last.
The collection is available online at thefineartoffamily.com
Sterling silver and gold
Prices vary
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• So many Super Pals already know whether they're having a boy or girl and have names picked out in advance. It makes personalized gift giving even easier, and of course more fun. The adorable simplyput bodysuit and luxurious burp cloth sets, made from 100% ultra-soft Peruvian cotton, are a plush present perfect for a newborn's delicate skin. Plus, both pieces can be embroidered with the newborn's name or initials and accented with an adorable butterfly, flower, racecar, teddy bear and more!
White bodysuit
size 0 - 6 months
Burp cloth made with gauze inlay insert for extra absorption
$40 each
• When Dad's also invited to the shower, as more and more men seem to be these days, the perfect present is a DVD from Team Baby to go along with a onesie from his favorite sports team. The newborn can get comfortable with Dad's team by wearing its colors right away, and as soon as the little tyke is ready for videos, Team Baby teaches letters and counting all within the context of the team.
Team Baby Entertainment
Assorted NBA, MLB, NASCAR and NCAA teams
$19.99
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