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It is always difficult to come up with ideas regarding
what to get when you need to buy baby gift items. Baby
gifts are as much for the mother as for the baby since
there are many items that a mother could use but
cannot necessarily afford to buy. So, the next time a
baby shower, a birthday party or a christening has to be
attended, use the following list of ten ideas to buy baby
gift items that will make an impression:

Top Ten Baby Gifts

Baby Toys - These are baby gifts that will never go out of
style, and can be actually enjoyed by the baby instead
of the parents. There are baby toys that are specifically
designed for certain age groups. So, all one has to do is
go to the market and buy a toy that is made for the
appropriate age, which is put up on the cover or packing
of the toy. But the best and the most liked baby toy is a
teddy bear or other soft toy, which is appropriate for
babies of all ages. So if there is confusion, it is best to
buy baby gift toys that are soft and plush.

Baby Monitor - Baby safety is constantly on the minds of
the parents. Baby monitors are a perfect solution to end
this worry. Now it's possible to monitor and detect the
movements, whining and breathing of the baby audibly
and visually too. There are many different models of
audio-only, audio/video, and motion-sensor baby
monitors to choose from in a wide price range.

Baby Bath Care - Getting an expensive bath care set for
the baby is the perfect way to show that you care about
the welfare of the baby.

Baby Stroller - This a device that a parent cannot do
without. It has to be bought anyway, so why not save the
parents that much cash? Gift it instead of something that
is completely unnecessary.

Baby Books - Gifting the baby with books, appropriate
for his/her age, is always good. This actually helps in
developing a joy of reading from a very young age.
Pictures and colors fascinate the baby's eyes, so make
sure your book has a lot of illustrations. Buy baby gift
books that have thick, cardboard or other material for
durability.

Baby Blankets and Sleep Kits - Getting a cozy baby
blanket and other sleep accessories is a perfect way of
celebrating the baby's arrival. These days, it is possible
to customize the baby blankets. A personalized baby
blanket is a truly unique gift. They are available in many
colors, materials and designs. The next time you need
to buy baby gift items, consider a personalized baby
blanket!

Baby Clothes - Smart clothes for the baby will definitely
make the parents happy, especially if it's the second
child. The baby will be spared from using hand-me-
downs! These days, baby clothing is given a lot of
importance, and one is likely to find beautifully made
baby clothes in the market, keeping in mind the
contemporary trends in fashion. To buy baby gift items
that are useful, always consider baby clothes.

Baby Bedding - This will include everything from the
mattress to the blanket and pillows, as well as the
mosquito netting.

Baby Bouncers - Baby bouncers are the baby's sitting
place, where he/she can roll and bounce and have the
time of his/her life. These are somewhat like a bean
bag, with a belt, to ensure the safety of the baby. Buy
baby gift bouncers or other mobile-type walker since
parents need an item like this.

Baby Jewels - A jewel is a priceless gift that will be
cherished for a lifetime. They also make a unique baby
gift. There are many websites online which are
dedicated to baby accessories that carry baby jewelry
and have their items displayed online. They also ship
and home deliver the items, so that you don't need to go
out and purchase them.

When you have to buy baby gift items, the above
choices are always winners!

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A Super Bowl party doesn??™t have to be a chips and beer-fest. Karen Brown offers the following ideas for a smashing Super Bowl dinner party from her book ???The Dinner Party Cookbook: Menus, Recipes, and Decorating Ideas for 21 Theme Parties??? (Meadowbrook Press, $9.00; www.meadowbrookpress.com).

• Ask guests to dress in the colors of their favorite team.
• Decorate with pennants, pom-poms and toy footballs.
• Serve food and beverages as a buffet or assemble box lunches that the guests can balance on their laps during the game.
• For a centerpiece, use a real football surrounded by mums, ribbons and miniature figures.
• Get things started by organizing a pool with low-dollar bets.
• Try a menu of warm crab dip on pita chips, green beans and potato casserole, beef tenderloin on rolls, caramel brownies, and Bloody Marys.

???Even if you don??™t care for football, the best way to enjoy Super Bowl Sunday is to get into the team spirit of things,??? says Brown. With festive decorations and an inventive menu, it doesn??™t matter which team wins??”you??™ll be a smashing success.

MizMara

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