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Baby showers have been a tradition since the 1950s in the United States and even longer in other parts of the globe. For decades, the gifts bestowed on mothers-to-be were things that other women “swore by” or successfully marketed as the latest and greatest thing your baby can’t live without. Unfortunately, due to that, many mothers end up with nurseries or playrooms that become graveyards of cheap plastic toys and other items their children never used, nor did they. Thankfully, through social media, the power of the internet, carefully curated, well-reviewed, and trustworthy products are now at our fingertips. Still, reviewing and sorting through all the options can leave your head spinning about what the recipient wants or, even more importantly, uses. This year, the most trending baby shower gifts are not only gorgeous but useful as well. Keep reading to learn about the must-have baby shower or sprinkle gifts for 2023, so you can shop confidently and give a gift they’ll appreciate.
Wrap-Around Nursing Pillow
For the last decade, one of the go-to items on a wishlist was a nursing pillow, they come from many brands, but all look the same, a crescent-shaped pillow with a whimsical design or a gender-neutral solid color. The trend now is more comfortable for babies, and it’s a wrap-around nursing pillow. These pillows allow the mom’s back to being supported; she’s tired and slouching enough as it is, so they protect her posture and the safety of her baby whether she plans to breastfeed or bottle feed.
Baby Diapers
This may seem like a practical and thoughtless gift, but the opposite is true. Whether someone goes the route of cloth or disposable baby diapers, the amount they will go through is astronomical. If you’re already a parent, you understand that baby diapers are like gold to a new parent, and setting them up with a stash before the baby arrives is one of the nicest and most thoughtful gifts you can give. Not only will the new mother appreciate it, but you can also take into account her style as plenty of brands have recognized that moms want chicness in their lives – even when it comes to diapers, and they offer a variety of colors and patterns for diaper choices. Feeling generous? Set mom-to-be up with a diaper subscription for a month, three months, or even a year. It’ll be one less thing she has to worry about, and her baby will stay comfortable and healthy.
Discreet Pumps
Gone are the days of breast pumps that are noisy, hang off your body, and make you feel like a cow on a dairy farm. A discreet, wearable electric breast pump is one of the best and most trending baby shower gifts. They fit into mom’s nursing bra and allow her to pump comfortably while she naps, works, or cuddles her bundle of joy. While these run anywhere from $500-$800, they’re certainly splurge-worthy, so they’re a great gift for several shower attendees to chip in on together.
German Formulas
As new parents, we worry – a lot. If your friend or loved one has decided to bottle feed, setting her up with German formula brands like Holle is a beautiful gift. Even if she plans on nursing, there are many reasons why she may have to turn to the formula, from production issues to a much-needed night out with her partner. German formulas are under much more rigorous testing standards than American brands, and the ingredients are second to none. This can also be an excellent addition to a newborn gift basket and other essentials if you’re going the basket route as your present.
Sleek Foldable High Chairs
Whether it’s the pressure of society to get back to normal or we were all cooped up for two years, moms are on the go like never before, and they’re doing it in style. While clip-on folding high chairs have been available for years, today they’re trending in sleek colors like gunmetal gray or matte black and made of higher quality material that is not only easier to clean, but mom can get the peace of mind that her baby is safe while enjoying brunch with her friends.
There will always be things that fall in and out of fashion in the baby gifting world, but the above trending items, while hot, are timeless. Give mom-to-be any of the gifts mentioned above, and she’ll be almost as thrilled as when she meets her baby for the first time.
