| If a friend, coworker, or family member just announced | | | | a sleeping baby in a car seat. There's never enough - |
| she is expecting, you probably have some questions | | | | a super safe gift choice. |
| about how to support her, and how to find appropriate | | | | 4. Diapers. Cloth diapers are making a comeback with |
| gifts. Sometimes, new moms can get overwhelmed by | | | | options such as Fuzzi Bunz and Kushies making the |
| all this well-meaning advice. So it's best to stay away | | | | job easier for those desiring "recycling" without the pins |
| from parenting psychology books or advice, and | | | | and plastic covers. Disposable diapers are available in |
| remember that no one can do a better job being that | | | | standard name brands as well as unbleached or all |
| baby's mom than the baby's mom. | | | | cotton versions. Whether it's cost efficiency or |
| But there are still plenty of great gift ideas that any | | | | convenience that wins out, diapers are a must. Again, |
| new mom will appreciate. Stick to the basics, and your | | | | trying different styles is a good way to find what |
| attention will be treasured and remembered for years | | | | works best, so friends can help with the search. |
| to come. | | | | 5. Baby bags. No longer are parents stuck with stuffing |
| Here is a simple list of 5 things a new mother can't do | | | | the necessities in oversized purses or gym bags. |
| without. | | | | Diaper bags have come a long way, baby, and |
| 1. Sleep. While not something found in stores, this is | | | | designer diaper bags are the trend. Basic black is |
| probably the most important item on the list. A new | | | | available, but the other options are so varied there is |
| mom needs to remember that while life won't ever get | | | | bound to be the perfect bag for just about anyone - |
| back to "normal" there will begin to be a new "normal", | | | | male or female. Whether it's a small bag or a |
| and eventually she'll begin to feel human again. You | | | | backpack that's ideal, the bags available today have |
| can help promote mom's sleep by offering to babysit | | | | everything from insulated pockets to bottle warming |
| while she naps, or, even better, by ordering her a half | | | | pouches. Most come with waterproof changing pads |
| hour massage after Daddy comes home from work. | | | | and pockets for every toy, wipe, and bottom |
| 2. Burp cloths. Babies spit up. A lot. Burp cloths can be | | | | treatment imaginable. Whether the bag is for mom or |
| as simple as a stash of old-fashioned cloth diapers or | | | | dad makes a difference in the style as well. No more |
| as fancy as any of the embroidered organic designer | | | | flowery bags for dad's day at the park - there is a |
| styles available. Moms always need more burpies and | | | | style to suit him too. |
| most love trying different styles. | | | | Whether nursing, bottle-feeding or both, these simple |
| 3. Receiving blankets. These give a clean spot to put | | | | items are bound to be useful and appreciated by any |
| the baby down for diaper changing or tummy time. | | | | new mom. Trust your intuitions and you are sure to |
| These simple blankets are great for swaddling during | | | | find a gift that helps mom rest, clean up, or clothe her |
| the early months and are useful for blocking sun from | | | | precious newcomer. |