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The Secrets To a Great Baby Gift: Tips & Advice
Need to buy a gift for a friend or co-worker who just had a baby?
After writing a best-selling guide to baby gear for 25 years (yes, that long!), we know there are classic gifts that are fantastic baby registry must haves.
And no, you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a practical gift that will be used day in and day out by new moms and dads.
When shopping for a baby gift, consider these quick tips:
• Keep it gender neutral. Good news: many baby gifts today come in gender neutral shades like grey or green. Yes, some parents still wait until the baby is born to find out whether it is a boy or girl.
• The classics never go out of style. Burp clothes, wash clothes, swaddle blankets—we’ll recommend one of each below.
• Consider the season. Yes, the baby shower may be in August—but if the baby is born in fall, then consider warm, winter-style gifts for baby’s first few months!
Ok, enough tips! Here are our very best picks for baby registry must haves!
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Why Trust Us
We’ve been rating and reviewing products for the home and families since 1994. We do extensive research, evaluating products with an eye toward quality, ease of use and affordability.
Here’s another key point: we don’t take money from the brands we review. No free samples, no sponsors, no “partnerships.” Our work is 100% reader-supported!
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