Baby Gift Giving Blog

Practical gifts do not go unnoticed. A baby gate doesn’t eliminate the need for constant supervision, but it buys you a couple of seconds in case you turn your head for a moment and your baby starts crawling toward the stairs. Both pressure-mounted gates and gates that are mounted to your door frame are safe. But if someone in your family tries to pass along an old accordion-style baby gate, don’t take it! Accordion gates are no longer on the market because of a number of fatal accidents.

Try It: Stylish & Secure Walk-Thru Gate
Buy It: $74.95 at One Step Ahead

What a great gift for baby’s nursery! These cheery rhino bookends are made from rubber trees – they’re as eco- friendly as they are appealing. Normally, the trees are burned when they no longer produce sap, but ImagiPlay uses that would’ve-been-wasted wood to make all its nursery accessories.

($30; imagiplay.com)

Join Mickey Mouse in your favorite sports game. The Mickey Mouse Up to Bat 4-Piece Crib Bedding Set includes comforter, bumper, sheet and crib skirt. Coordinating accessories. Log on to Toys R’ Us to learn more.

You like I have probably tried looking for that perfect gift that says you care, last a lifetime and yet doesn’t break the bank.  I’ve tried your typical classic toys like those cute radio flyer wagons, but they seem to last only a few years before they get destroyed by our little friends   I’ve finally come to the conclusion that high quality baby furniture seems to be one of the best ways to deal with the aforementioned in the best possible way.  Luxury baby furniture may cost a bit more to start, but it just last so much longer due to it’s higher quality craftsmanship.  Just an idea for you to digest when trying to make a decision on a quality baby gift!