Baptism gifts for boys: Be Original

Think outside the box. Sometimes it's a good idea to buy the young baby boy something that he will be able to use and has handy applications. I can hear some folks screaming at me, saying these gifts are more appropriate for other occasions. Think again! Most guests think about the same stuff others think about, why not get the baby boy something that can actually benefit him.

Gift baskets

These baskets are very popular gifts and include a range of very practical accessories such as bibs, boots and balls! For boys, the standard colour is blue and that still remains the popular choice. The great thing about these gift baskets is that it has a range of different gifts. You therefore won't be limiting yourself to a certain gift type.

Growth Charts

Can you recall your growth chart on your wall when you were a kid? Sometimes I used to measure myself once a week!! Let's face it, kids love it and it's an impressive gift that the parents can put up in the baby's room for use as he grows older. Consider personalising the growth chart with the boy's name and perhaps a nice message.

Clothing

By now you may be thinking that these gifts are more suitable for birthdays and baby showers as opposed baptisms. The fact is that most people buy the keepsakes, and although they are great, most parents appreciate the things they can use and save a little money also in turn. Baby boys always need new clothes. They grow bigger and they grow quick. The parents will appreciate clothes and view it as a thoughtful gift on your part.

Toys

Boys love their toys! It starts when they are little babies and it really never stops. The only difference it gets bigger as they grow older. Baby's love all sort fo toys and parents sometimes just can't keep up. Hop into your local Toys ‘R' Us (or any suitable retailer for that matter) and you will have loads to choose from.

Books

No, I don't mean particularly buying Christian or spiritual books. Chances are the parents already bought their little boy a bible, so perhaps you can buy him some great children story books. Every child loves a good bedtime story,. So help the parents out by giving them some good ones to read.
Baptisms are happy occasions that deserve to be celebrated. Try to think a little different than the other folks and get something that will really have meaning and use for the young boy.

Johnathan Gerber writes on issues relating to special events. For information on baptism gifts for boys, or tips relating to baptism and christening gifts, please visit our website.